AD30 Underground Articulated Truck

The AD30 underground articulated truck is designed for high production, low cost-per-ton hauling in smaller underground mining applications. Rugged construction and easy maintenance guarantee long life with low operating costs.

Power Train Engine

The Cat C15 engine with ACERT Technology delivers the power and reliability necessary to perform in the most demanding underground mining applications.

Cat C15 Engine with ACERT Technology

Is U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage III compliant. It features efficient fuel management for quick response, high productivity and exceptional service life. A new, sculptured cylinder block provides greater strength and lighter weight.

High Torque Rise

The 58 torque rise provides unequalled lugging force during acceleration and less downshifting on grade. Torque rise effectively matches transmission shift points for maximum efficiency and fast cycle times.

Turbocharged and ATAAC

Airtoair aftercooling provides improved fuel economy by packing cooler, denser air into cylinders for more complete combustion of fuel and lower emissions.

Mechanically Actuated, Electronic Unit Injection MEUI

Proven highpressure, direct injection fuel system electronically monitors operator demands and sensor inputs to optimize engine performance.

ADEM IV System

Controls the fuel injector solenoids to monitor fuel injection. This system provides automatic altitude compensation, air filter restriction indication and it will not allow the engine to fire until it has oil pressure, acting as cold start protection and a form of prelube.

Design Construction

Caterpillar designed onepiece cast iron block provides maximum strength and durability. Twopiece articulated pistons with forged steel crowns are designed to withstand higher cylinder pressure.

Power Train Transmission

Cat power train delivers more power to the ground for greater productivity and lower operating costs.

Mechanical Power Train

The Cat mechanical drive power train and power shift transmission provide unmatched operating efficiency and control on steep grades, in poor underfoot conditions, and on haul roads and drives with high rolling resistance.

1 Transmission

The Cat fourspeed planetary power shift transmission is matched with the directinjection C15 engine with ACERT technology to deliver constant power over a wide range of operating speeds.

Robust Design

Designed for rugged underground mining conditions, the proven planetary power shift transmission is built for long life between overhauls.

2 Lock Up Torque Convertor

Combines maximum rimpull and cushioned shifting of torque converter drive with the efficiency and performance of direct drive. When engaged, lockup provides superior power train efficiency by delivering more power to the wheels.

LockUp Clutch

Quickly releases and reengages to reduce power train torque loads for smoother shifting, long life and a more comfortable ride.

Smooth Shifting

Individual clutch modulation provides smooth clutch engagements to optimize performance and extend clutch life.

3 Final Drives

Cat final drives work as a system with the planetary power shift transmission to deliver maximum power to the ground. Built to withstand the forces of high torque and impact loads, final drives provide high torque multiplication to further reduce drive train stress.

Full Floating Axles

Full floating axles relieve internal stresses and increase durability. Rolled splines also provide increased service life.

EnginePower Train Integration

Electronically combines critical power train components to work more intelligently and optimize overall truck performance.

Cat Data Link

Electronically integrates machine computer systems to optimize overall power train performance, increase reliability and component life, and reduce operating costs.

Controlled Throttle Shifting

Regulates engine RPM during shifting to reduce power train stress and clutch wear by controlling engine speed, torque converter lockup and transmission clutch engagement for smoother shifts and longer component life.

Economy Shift Mode

Reduces engine speeds, resulting in decreased fuel consumption, lower noise levels and potentially longer engine life.

Directional Shift Management

Regulates engine speed during directional shifts to prevent damage caused by high speed directional changes.

Bodyup Shift Inhibitor

Prevents the transmission from shifting above a preprogrammed gear without the body fully lowered.

Electronic Technician Cat ET

Cat ET service tool provides service technicians with easy access to stored diagnostic data through Cat Data Link to simplify problem diagnosis and increase availability.

Diagnostic Capability

Critical data from the electronic engine and transmission controls, including transmission shifting, engine speed and fuel consumption, provides service technicians with enhanced diagnostic capability to reduce downtime and operating costs.

Overspeed Protection

The transmission control electronically senses engine conditions and automatically upshifts one gear to prevent overspeeding. If overspeeding occurs in top gear, the lockup clutch is disengaged.

Caterpillar Brake System

Reliable braking with superior control gives the operator the confidence to focus on productivity.

Integrated Braking System

The Cat oilcooled braking system delivers reliable performance and control in the most extreme underground mining conditions. The integrated system combines the service, secondary, parking brake and retarding functions in the same robust system for optimum braking efficiency.

OilCooled Multiple Disc Brakes

Caterpillar fourwheel, forced oilcooled, multiple disc service brakes are continuously cooled by a watertooil heat exchangers for exceptional, nonfade braking and retarding performance.

Brake Design

Cat oilcooled disc brakes are designed with large discs and plates for reliable, adjustmentfree operation and performance. Brakes are completely enclosed and sealed to prevent contamination and reduce maintenance.

Long Life

An oil film prevents direct contact between the discs. This design absorbs the braking forces by shearing the oil molecules and carrying heat away to extend brake life.

Automatic Retarder Control ARC

Electronically controls retarding on grade to maintain optimum engine RPM and oil cooling. Additional braking may be applied using the manual retarder or the brake pedal.

Faster Speeds

ARC allows the operator to maintain optimum engine speeds for faster downhill hauls and greater productivity.

Superior Control

Automatic brake modulation offers a smoother ride and better control in slippery conditions, allowing the operator to concentrate on driving.

Ease of Operation

ARC increases operating ease, resulting in greater operator confidence with less fatigue.

Engine Overspeed Protection

Automatically activates ARC when engine speed exceeds factory preset levels, regardless of operator inputs, to avoid potentially damaging engine overspeeds.

Fuel Efficiency

The engine provides additional retarding by running against compression on downhill hauls. During retarding applications the engine ECM reduces fuel injection to minimum value for exceptional fuel economy.

Operators Station

Ergonomically designed for operator comfort, superior control and high productivity.

Ergonomic Layout

The AD30 operator station is ergonomically designed for total machine control in a comfortable, productive and safe environment. All controls, levers switches and gauges are positioned to maximize productivity and minimize operator fatigue.

Protective Structure

Integral to the cab and frame, both the Rollover Protective Structure ROPS and Falling Objects Protective Structure FOPS are resiliently mounted to the mainframe to isolate the operator from vibration for a more comfortable ride.

Optional Enclosed Cab

Optional soundsuppressed ROPS cab provides a quiet, secure working environment. Enclosed design provides fresh, pressurized, temperaturecontrolled air circulation with airconditioned comfort and a more comfortable working environment.

Suspension Seat

Ergonomically designed, fully adjustable suspension seat with adjustable armrests provide optimal operator comfort. Thick cushions reduce pressure on lower back and thighs. Wide, retractable seat belts provide a secure, comfortable restraint.

Steering Column

Comfort wheel with tilt steering provides a comfortable driving position, secure grip and greater control.

Monitoring System

Caterpillar Electronic Monitoring System 40CEMS41 continuously provides critical machine data to keep the machine performing at top production levels. Displays are backlit for easy viewing. ulli Gauge Cluster. Maintains a constant display of vital machine functions, including engine coolant temperature, brake oil temperature, engine oil pressure and fuel level.lili SpeedometerTachometer Module. Maintains three systems engine speed, ground speed and gear indicator.lili Message Center. The Caterpillar Electronic Monitoring System 40CEMS41 includes 4 warning categories and provides visual and audible warning system outputs to alert operators of abnormal machine health conditions.liul

Interlock

If the operator fails to apply the park brake prior to exiting the cab, the interlock system will detect the absence of operator input and apply the park brake, neutralize the steering, implements and transmission and command the engine ECM to shut down the engine.

Truck Body Systems

Cat designed and built for rugged performance and reliability in tough underground mining applications.

Cat Truck Bodies

Caterpillar offers two specific body styles for the most efficient hauling solutions at the lowest costperton. ulli Dump Bodylili Ejector Body liulThe ejector body can now be easily removed and a dump body fitted for greater machine versatility.

Body Selection

Selection of the right body depends on material, haul road, and dump conditions. The better the match of body to application, the greater the efficiency. Your Cat dealer can help you select the right body system for your site specific application.

Body Design

Cat truck bodies are designed for optimal strength, capacity and durability. With improved design and the use of Hardox steel, longer service life and lower cost per ton figures are now evident.

BodyChassis Integration

Caterpillar truck bodies are designed and matched with the integrated chassis system for optimum structural reliability, durability and long life.

Load Carrying Capacity

Large target area provides high load carrying capacity. Its diverging flow design gives clean load ejection, which maximizes production and avoids waste of material carryback.

Truck Payload Management System 40TPMS41

The optional TPMS system calculates the payload the truck is carrying and determines truck cycle times.

Fast Hoist Cycle Times

Singlestage hoist cylinders provide fast dump cycle times of 10.5 seconds for raise and 11.2 seconds for lower.

Ejector Body

The ejector body offers clean load ejection and the capability to work in areas with restricted overhead clearance and soft underfoot conditions.

Structures

Rugged Cat structures are the backbone of the AD30 underground mining trucks durability.

Frame Design

The frame incorporates a boxsection design with wide and stiff frame beams to handle torque loads. The frame design decreases stress in the hitch area and optimizes suspension geometry. Materials and weld joints are matched to optimize the life of the structure.

ArticulatingOscillating Hitch

The articulating hitch provides the truck with steering articulation and the oscillation ensures the truck maintains all wheel ground contact in rough terrain. Hardened steel pins, taper roller bearings and oscillating stops allows the rear frame to move independently from the front frame.

Serviceability

Less time spent on maintenance means more time on the haul roads.

Service Access

Easy access to daily service points simplifies servicing and reduces time spent on regular maintenance procedures.

GroundLevel Access

Allows convenient servicing to tanks, filters, lubrication points and compartment drains.

Diagnostics

Electronic control system enables quick diagnosis of engine conditions and effective maintenance and repairs utilizing the Cat Electronic Technician Cat ET Service Tool.

Air Filters

Radial seal air filters are easy to change, reducing time required for air filter maintenance.

Sight Gauges

Makes fluid level checks quick and easy. These include the hydraulic,transmission and coolant reservoirs.

Sealed Electrical Connectors

Electrical connectors are sealed to lock out dust and moisture. Harnesses are covered for protection. Wires are color and number coded for easy diagnosis and repair.

Scheduled Oil Sampling

SOSSM sampling valves speed sampling and analysis reliability.

Customer Support

Caterpillar dealers have what it takes to keep underground mining equipment productive.

Commitment Makes the Difference

Cat dealers offer a wide range of solutions, services and products that help you lower costs, enhance productivity and manage your operation more efficiently. Support goes far beyond parts and service. From the time you select a piece of Cat equipment until the day you rebuild, trade or sell it, the support you get from your Cat dealer makes the difference that counts.

Dealer Capability

Summary Cat dealers will provide the level of support you need, on a global scale. Dealer expert technicians have the knowledge, experience, training and tooling necessary to handle your repair and maintenance needs, when and where you need them.

Product Support

Cat dealers believe superior products deserve superior support. When Cat products reach the field, they are supported by a worldwide network of parts distribution facilities, dealer service centers, and technical training facilities to keep your equipment up and running. Cat customers rely on prompt, dependable parts availability and expertise through our global dealer network, ready to meet your needs 247.

Service Support

Every piece of Cat equipment is designed and built to provide maximum productivity and operating economy throughout its working life. Cat dealers offer a wide range of service plans that will maximize uptime and return on your investment, including ulli Preventive Maintenance Programslili Diagnostic Programs, such as Scheduled Oil Sampling and Technical Analysislili Rebuild and Reman Optionslili Customer Support Agreementsliul

Technology Products

Cat dealers officer a range of advanced technology products designed to improve fleet efficiency, increase productivity, and lower costs.

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Application Awareness

Operating and maintenance costs are influenced by many application and sitespecific factors, such as material density, loading position, payload, grades, speeds, haul road design, and maintenance. To optimize total cost of ownership and productivity, your Cat dealer can provide you with a fundamental understanding of the effects application characteristics and operating techniques have on maintenance and operating costs.

Operation

ith todays complex products, equipment operators must have a thorough understanding of machine systems and operating techniques to maximize efficiency and profitability. Your Cat dealer can arrange training programs to help operators improve productivity, decrease downtime, reduce operating costs, enhance safety, and improve return on the investment you make in Cat products.

Safety

Caterpillar mining machines and systems are designed with safety as their first priority.

Product Safety

Caterpillar has been and continues to be proactive in developing mining machines that meet or exceed safety standards. Safety is an integral part of all machine and systems designs.

Engine Shutoff Switch

A secondary engine shutoff switch is located at ground level.

Integral ROPS Cab

Integral to the cab and frame, the ROPS is resiliently mounted to the frame to isolate the operator from vibration for a more comfortable ride.

Brake Systems

Four corner oilcooled braking system provides excellent control. The service brakes and retarding system are actuated modulated hydraulic pressure, while the parking break function is spring applied and hydraulic released. This system assures braking in the event of loss of hydraulic failure.

Interlock

Standard Safety Features

ulli AntiSkid upper deck surfaces lili Upper deck handrails lili 3point cabin and machine access lili Push out safety glass lili Excellent visibilitylili Suspension seat lili Passengertraining seat lili Inertia reel retractable belts lili Steering frame lock lili Rear window guard lili Integrated fire suppression system 40Optional41 lili Body retaining pins lili Automatic retarder control lili Exhaust heat shielding and firewall fitted standardlili Hitch hydraulic hoses burst protection sleeves fittedlili Tailgate retaining pins ejector bodylili Ground level compartment sight glasseslili Hot and cold side of engineliul

Engine
Engine Model	Cat® C15 ACERT™
Rated Power	1800 RPM
Gross Power - SAE J1995	408 hp
Flywheel Power	377 hp
Net Power - SAE J1349	377 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249	377 hp
Net Power - 80/1269/EEC	377 hp
Bore	5.4 in
Stroke	6.8 in
Displacement	927.9 in3
Operating Specifications
Gross Machine Operating Weight	132300 lb
Nominal Payload Capacity	66150 lb
Body Capacities
Dump Body - Standard	18.8 yd3
Dump Body - Optional	22.9 yd3
Ejector Body - Optional	19.9 yd3
Weights
Empty	66150 lb
Front Axle	58477 lb
Rear Axle	73823 lb
Loaded	132300 lb
Weight Distribution
Front Axle	44.2 %
Rear Axle	55.8 %
Body Hoist
Raise	10.5 Seconds
Lower	11.2 Seconds
Total Cycle Time	21.7 Seconds
Turning Dimensions
Outside Clearance Radius	337.4 in
Inside Turning Radius	198 in
Frame Oscillation	10 Degrees
Articulation Angle	42.5 Degrees
Service Refill Capacities
Engine Crankcase with Filter	10 gal
Transmission	17.7 gal
Hydraulic Tank	38.3 gal
Cooling System	20 gal
Front Differentials and Final Drives	14.8 gal
Rear Differentials and Final Drives	14.8 gal
Fuel Tank	132 gal
Transmission
Forward 1	4.2 mph
Forward 2	7.6 mph
Forward 3	13.8 mph
Forward 4	25.4 mph
Reverse 1	4.8 mph
Dimensions
Overall Width	105.9 in
Tunnel Clearance Width	157.5 in
Tunnel Clearance Height	157.5 in
Height to Top of Load (2:1)	123.3 in
Loading Height	93.9 in
Overall Height - Body Raised	220.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	102.4 in
Overall Length	4000 in
Wheelbase	204.7 in
Ground Clearance	15.7 in
Dump Clearance	22 in
Rear Wheel to Body Raised	41.8 in
Rear Axle to Tail	63.3 in
Max Overall Length	423 in
Centerline of Front Axle to Centerline of Hitch	70.9 in
Front Axle to Front Bumper	131.7 in
Height to Top of Body	100.3 in
Overall Tire Width	104.3 in