New R1700 XE Underground Battery-Electric LHD Loader in North Carolina

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What if you could have the class-leading payload and superior productivity of the proven Cat® R1700 underground loader without the engine heat or exhaust emissions? You can. Introducing the R1700 XE battery electric LHD—a high-productivity, zero exhaust emission loader with the industry’s only onboard battery. It charges quickly—in less than 20 minutes when paired with two of the durable and mobile Cat MEC500 chargers. This provides an alternative to expensive static charging station infrastructure, as well as the need for additional batteries, battery handling and battery swapping. The machine also features Autodig for optimized loading and is factory-ready for autonomous operation. And it delivers the powerful performance, maximum uptime and low operating costs you demand.

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    Ability of Regenerative Braking Yes
    Cooling Method Liquid
    Efficiency 95%
    Motor Type Switched Reluctance
    Rated Power - Nominal 295hp
    Rated Power - Peak 335hp
    Rated Torque (peak, nominal = @ 12 km/h [7.5 mph] and nominal power) 3200 N·m/660 N·m (2360 lbf-ft/443 lbf-ft)
    Service Interval 12,000-13,000 hours
    Breakout Force - Lift and Tilt 53330lb
    Bucket Capacities 5.7-7.5 m³ (7.5-9.8 yd³)
    Nominal Payload Capacity 33069lb
    Operating Mass 107460lb
    Ride Control Yes
    Shipping Weight 114460lb
    Static Tipping Load - Full Turn - Lift Arms Horizontal 89600lb
    Static Tipping Load - Straight Ahead - Lift Arms Horizontal 108500lb
    Lift Cylinder - Bore 7in
    Lift Cylinder - Stroke 33in
    Lift/Tilt System - Circuit Electro – Hydraulic, Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing
    Lift/Tilt System - Pump Variable Flow Piston/Hydraulic Load Sense
    Maximum Flow 78.5gal/min
    Relief Valve Setting - Main 4932psi
    Tilt Cylinder - Bore 8in
    Tilt Cylinder - Stroke 22in
    Dump 3.3s
    Lower, Empty, Float Down 2.9s
    Raise 6.8s
    Total Cycle Time 13.2s
    Cooling Method Liquid
    Efficiency 96%
    Motor Type Switched Reluctance
    Rated Power (peak, nominal) 303hp
    Rated Torque (peak, nominal = 1,600 equivalent rpm) 600 N·m/531 N·m (443 lbf-ft/392 lbf-ft)
    Service Interval 12,000-13,000 hours
    Component Ratings IP67, IP69K
    Cooling Method Liquid (coolant)
    Inverter Rating 350A (nominal DC), 715VDC
    Service Interval 12,000-13,000 hours
    0% Grade - Loaded 11.2mile/h
    0% Grade - Unloaded 11.2mile/h
    10% Grade - Loaded 5.3mile/h
    10% Grade - Unloaded 6.9mile/h
    15% Grade - Loaded 3.8mile/h
    15% Grade - Unloaded 4.9mile/h
    20% Grade - Loaded 3mile/h
    20% Grade - Unloaded 3.9mile/h
    5% Grade - Loaded 9.2mile/h
    5% Grade - Unloaded 11.2mile/h
    Battery Chemistry Li-lon
    Battery Cooling Method Chilled Liquid (Extended Life Coolant)
    Battery Monitoring With integrated Caterpillar controls systems
    Charging Current, Voltage 1160A (output), 820VDC
    Charging Method Ultra Fast Charge Onboard
    Charging Rate Up to 4C (matched with MEC500 chargers)
    Maximum Charging Rate 840 kW (two MEC500 chargers)
    Minimum Charging Rate 500 kW
    On Board Fast Charging Charge time (0-100%) Less than 20 minutes (two MEC500 in parallel); Less than 30 minutes (one MEC500)
    Operating Temperature Limits (ambient) 50° C/–20° C (122° F/-4° F)
    Pack Energy Capacity - Total 213 kWh
    Pack Voltage - Nominal 715 V

    Standard Equipment:

    • Brake axle cooling
    • Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet multiple-disc (SAFR)
    • Machine Power Source:
      – Battery
      – Two independently controlled motors for propulsion and hydraulics
    • Alarm, reversing
    • DC-DC convertor, 8 Amp
    • 24V Battery disconnect switch, ground level
    • 24V Batteries, low maintenance
    • HV indication lamp
    • HV battery disconnect switch
    • Diagnostic connector
    • Lighting, external, front, rear (LED)
    • Lighting, stop, dual (LED)
    • Receptacle, auxiliary start
    • Enclosed Cab, ROPS/FOPS certified
    • Color Multi Purpose Display (CMPD):
      – Front and rear brake gauges
      – System diagnostics
      – Residual brake warning
    • Horns, electric
    • Instrumentation/gauges:
      – Speedometer/tachometer
      – Battery SOC (State of Change) level
      – Hydraulic oil temperature
      – Battery and PTO coolant temperature
    • Operator presence system
    • Automatic Brake Application (ABA)
    • Light, warning, residual brake
    • Monitor, door latch
    • Electrohydraulic implement controls (single joystick)
    • Seat belt, retractable
    • Mounts, radio and speaker (×2)
    • Storage box, enclosed, 5 L (3 gal)
    • Armrests and kneepads, independently adjustable
    • Tires
    • Rims (set of four):
      – Five piece
    • Traction control
    • Product Link Elite System
    • Dump bucket
    • Lift arm positioner for return to dig
    • Cab: Standard height
    • Cab: Raised height

    Optional Equipment:

    • Reversible hydraulic steering lines
    • Fast fill and evacuation of fluids (Power train and Hydraulic)
    • Alternate implement control functions
    • 24 V Battery isolation switch in the cab
    • Color rear view camera
    • Spare rim
    • Cat Auto Dig
    • Ride control
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring
    • Cat payload monitoring
    • Product Link Elite with WiFi (Confirm regional availability with your Cat dealer.)
    • Cat line of sight remote receiver for the machine
    • Cat line of sight remote console (over the shoulder design) (Confirm regional availability with your Cat dealer.)
    • Wireless communications control group
    • Autolube
    • Ansul fire suppression – wet 37 L (9.8 gal)
    • Bolt-on, brake release recovery bar or hook
    • Bolt Together bucket
    • Bolt-on bucket lips
    • Service bay light
    • Truck loading light

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