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Overview

The R1700G underground loader is designed for high production, low cost-per-ton loading and tramming in underground mining applications. Compact design with agile performance, rugged construction and simplified maintenance ensures excellent productivity, long life and low operating costs.<br>Engineered for performance, designed for comfort, built to last.

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C11 ACERT™
Rated Power
1800.00 rpm
1800.00 rpm
Gross Power – SAE J1995
353.00 hp
263.00 kW
Gross Power – VR Engine – SAE J1995
353.00 hp
263.00 kW
Gross Power - Tier 3 Engine - SAE J1995 (1st-3rd Gear/4th Gear)
242/263 kW (324/353 hp)
Bore
5.10 in
130.00 mm
Stroke
5.50 in
140.00 mm
Displacement
680.00 in3
11.10 L

Operating Specifications

Nominal Payload Capacity - Tramming
30865.00 lb
14000.00 kg
Nominal Payload Capacity - Truck Loading
27558.00 lb
12500.00 kg
Gross Machine Mass
115745.00 lb
52500.00 kg
Static Tipping Load - Straight Ahead - Lift Arms Horizontal
70065.00 lb
31781.00 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full Turn - Lift Arms Horizontal
57995.00 lb
26306.00 kg
Breakout Force - SAE
46051.00 lb
20885.00 kg

Weights

Empty
84878.00 lb
38500.00 kg
Loaded
112436.00 lb
51000.00 kg
Loaded - Tramming
115743.00 lb
52500.00 kg
Empty – Front Axle
37346.00 lb
16940.00 kg
Empty – Rear Axle
47532.00 lb
21560.00 kg
Loaded – Front Axle
81741.00 lb
37077.00 kg
Loaded – Rear Axle
30695.00 lb
13923.00 kg

Bucket Capacities

Bucket Capacity
4.6-8.8 m³ (6.0-11.5 yd³)
Dump Bucket - 1
6.00 yd³
4.60 m³
Dump Bucket - 2
6.50 yd³
5.00 m³
Dump Bucket – 3 (Standard Bucket)
7.50 yd3
5.70 m3
Dump Bucket - 4
8.60 yd³
6.60 m³
Dump Bucket - 5
9.50 yd³
7.30 m³
Dump Bucket - 6
11.50 yd³
8.80 m³
Ejector Bucket
7.50 yd³
5.70 m³
Note
High penetration bucket versions also available.

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Raise
6.80 s
6.80 s
Dump
2.90 s
2.90 s
Lower, Empty, Float Down
2.40 s
2.40 s
Total Cycle Time
12.10 s
12.10 s

Turning Dimensions

Outside Clearance Radius**
270.80 in
6878.00 mm
Inner Clearance Radius**
127.10 in
3229.00 mm
Axle Oscillation
Articulation Angle
44º
Note
**Clearance Dimensions are for reference only.

Transmission

Forward 1
2.90 mph
4.70 km/h
Forward 2
5.20 mph
8.30 km/h
Forward 3
8.90 mph
14.30 km/h
Forward 4
15.00 mph
24.10 km/h
Reverse 1
3.30 mph
5.40 km/h
Reverse 2
5.80 mph
9.40 km/h
Reverse - 3
10.20 mile/h
16.40 km/h
Reverse - 4
15.70 mile/h
25.30 km/h

Tires

Tire Size
26.5 × 25 36 PLY VSMS

Standards

Brakes
ISO 3450, AS2958.1, CAN-CSA424.30-M90
Cab/FOPS
BS EN ISO 3449, SAE J231, AS2294.3
Cab/ROPS
ISO 3471, SAE J1040, AS2294.2, EN13510

Service Refill Capacities

Engine Crankcase with Filter
8.98 gal
34.00 L
Transmission
12.40 gal
47.00 L
Hydraulic Tank
33.00 gal
125.00 L
Cooling System
16.60 gal
63.00 L
Front Differential and Final Drives
16.10 gal
61.00 L
Rear Differential and Final Drives
16.10 gal
61.00 L
Front Differential and Final Drives - With Axle Oil Cooler
23.80 gal (US)
90.00 l
Rear Differential and Final Drives - With Axle Oil Cooler
23.80 gal (US)
90.00 l
Fuel Tank
150.30 gal
569.00 L
Secondary Fuel Tank - If Equipped
117.80 gal (US)
446.00 l

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C11
Rated Power
1800.00 r/min
1800.00 r/min
Bore
5.10 in
130.00 mm
Stroke
5.50 in
140.00 mm
Displacement
680.00 in³
11.10 l
Gross Power - SAE J1995
353.00 HP
263.00 kW
Gross Power - VR Engine - SAE J1995
353.00 HP
263.00 kW

Operating Specifications

Gross Machine Mass
115745.00 lb
52500.00 kg

Weights

Empty
84878.00 lb
38500.00 kg
Loaded
112436.00 lb
51000.00 kg
Empty - Front Axle
37346.00 lb
16940.00 kg
Empty - Rear Axle
47532.00 lb
21560.00 kg
Loaded - Front Axle
81741.00 lb
37077.00 kg
Loaded - Rear Axle
30695.00 lb
13923.00 kg

Transmission

Forward - 1
2.90 mile/h
4.70 km/h
Forward - 2
5.20 mile/h
8.30 km/h
Forward - 3
8.90 mile/h
14.30 km/h
Forward - 4
15.00 mile/h
24.10 km/h
Reverse - 1
3.40 mile/h
5.40 km/h
Reverse - 2
5.80 mile/h
9.40 km/h

Bucket Capacities

Dump Bucket - 3 - Standard Bucket
7.50 yd³
5.70 m³

Turning Dimensions

Articulation Angle
44°

Tires

Tire Size
26.5 × 25

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System
16.60 gal (US)
63.00 l
Engine Crankcase - With Filter
8.98 gal (US)
34.00 l
Front Differential and Final Drives
23.80 gal (US)
90.00 l
Fuel Tank
150.30 gal (US)
569.00 l
Hydraulic Tank
33.00 gal (US)
125.00 l
Rear Differential and Final Drives
23.80 gal (US)
90.00 l
Transmission
12.40 gal (US)
47.00 l

Standards

Brakes
ISO 3450, AS2958.1, CAN-CSA424.30-M90
Cab - FOPS
BS EN ISO 3449, SAE J231, AS2294.3
Cab - ROPS
ISO 3471, SAE J1040, AS2294.2, EN13510

Turning Dimensions

Note
**Clearance Dimensions are for reference only.

Standards

Standards
ROPS/FOPS Certified Cab
Standards
ROPS/FOPS Certified Cab
Standards
ROPS/FOPS Certified Cab
Standards
ROPS/FOPS Certified Cab

Operating Specifications

Nominal Payload Capacity
27558.00 lb
12500.00 kg

Engine

Note (1)
Power ratings apply at a rated speed of 1,800 rpm when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard.
Note (2)
Ratings based on SAE J1995 standard air conditions of 25° C (77° F) and 100 kPa (29.61 inHg) barometer. Power based on fuel having API gravity of 35 at 16° C (60° F) and an LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 BTU/lb) when engine used at 30° C (86° F).
Note (3)
Engine derate will commence at an altitude of 3050 m (10,006 ft).
Note (4)
Optional Ventilation Reduction package available.
Gross Power - Equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - SAE J1995 (1st-3rd gear/4th gear)
242/263 kW (324/353 hp)
Note (5)
Optional engine with emissions equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU stage IIIA is also available.

Operating Specifications

Gross Machine Mass - Truck Loading
116845.00 lb
53000.00 kg
Gross Machine Mass - Tramming
120151.00 lb
54500.00 kg
Features

Power Train – Engine – The Cat C11 engine is designed for power, reliability and efficiency.

Power Train – Transmission – More power to the ground for greater productivity.

Hydraulics – Cat hydraulics deliver the power and control to keep material moving.

Structures – Rugged Cat structures – the backbone of the R1700G’s durability.

Operator Comfort – Ergonomically designed for all-day comfort, control and productivity.

Buckets – Rugged performance and reliability in tough underground mining applications.

Serviceability – More time for production.

Customer Support – Cat dealer services keep underground mining equipment productive.

Safety – Designed with safety as the first priority.

Sales Features

Power Train – Engine

The Cat C11 engine is built for power, reliability and efficiency.

Power Train – Transmission

More power to the ground for greater productivity.

Hydraulics

Cat hydraulics deliver the power and control to keep material moving.

Structures

Rugged Cat structures – the backbone of the R1700G’s durability.

Operator Comfort

Ergonomically designed for all-day comfort, control and productivity.

Buckets

Rugged performance and reliability in tough underground mining applications.

Serviceability

More time for production.

Customer Support

Cat dealer services keep underground mining equipment productive.

Safety

Designed with safety as the first priority.
Standard Equipment
  • ELECTRICAL
    • 12V Power Supply in Cab
    • Alternator, 95-amp
    • Auxiliary Start Receptacle
    • Battery Disconnect Switch, Ground Level
    • Circuit Breaker, 80-amp
    • Corrosive Protection Spray
    • Diagnostic Connector
    • Electric Starting, 24-volt
    • Engine Shutdown Switches
      – Rear Right Hand Side
    • External Lighting System, Front, Rear, Halogen Work Lights
    • Low Maintenance Batteries
    • Reversing Alarm
    • Starting and Charging System
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cat Electronic Monitoring System (Cat EMS)
    • Electric Horns
    • Gauges
      – Engine Coolant Temperature
      – Transmission Coolant Temperature
      – Hydraulic Oil Temperature
      – Fuel Level
      – Speedometer
      – Tachometer
    • Indicator Lights
      – Alert Warning Light
      – Residual Brake Pressure
    • Low Hydraulic Level Warning
    • Open Operator Station ROPS/FOPS Structure
    • Operator Presence System (Auto Park Brake)
    • Pilot Hydraulic Implement Controls, Single Joystick
    • Push Button Panel for Lights
    • Suspension Seat with Retractable Seat Belt
    • STIC Steering
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Cat C11 Diesel Engine, ATAAC, 6 Cylinder
    • Brake Axle Cooling
    • Electric Fuel Priming Pump
    • Engine Air Intake Precleaner
    • Engine Oil Filter, Remote Mounted
    • Fuel System Manual Shut Off Tap
    • Heat Shields
    • Long Life Coolant
    • Planetary Powershift Transmission with Automatic Shift Control, 4 Speed Forward/4 Speed Reverse
    • Radiator, Cross Flow
    • Radiator Cap Manual Release
    • Rims, 5-Piece, Tubeless
    • SAFR™ Full Hydraulic Enclosed Wet Multiple-Disc Brakes
    • Torque Converter
    • Transmission Neutralizer
    • Transmission Filter Drain Tap
  • OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • Brake Light
    • Bucket Control Group, Standard
    • Bucket, Dump
    • Bucket Lip
    • Bucket Positioner, Return To Dig
    • Catalytic Exhaust Purifier/Muffler Group
    • Decals, International Picto Graphics
    • Engine and Transmission Belly Guards
    • Fenders, Front, Rear
    • Firewall
    • Fuel Lines Double Braided (Stainless Sleeving)
    • Hand Hold (Access On/Off Top Deck)
    • Hydraulic Oil Cooler – Swing Out Rear Frame
    • Operation and Maintenance Manual – English and other applicable local languages to select
    • Protection Wear Bars 100 × 50 mm (4 × 2 in)
    • Rims, 5-Piece, Tubeless
    • Semi Centralized Lubrication Points
    • S·O·S Port
      – Coolant
      – Engine Oil
      – Hydraulic Oil
      – Transmission Oil
    • Swing Out Radiator Grill
    • Tires and Rims: A tire must be selected from the mandatory attachments section of the machine price list. Base machine price includes a standard tubeless rim allowance only.
Optional Equipment
  • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Battery and Engine Shutdown Switch
      – Ground Level Isolation, In Cab Isolation Switch
    • Brake Pressure Gauges
    • Brake Release Arrangements, (Requires Lines Steering Release)
      – Recovery Hook
      – Recovery Bar
    • Buckets
      – Bucket, Light Weight Material (8.8 m³/11.5 yd³) (Requires Control Group, Heavy Duty)
      – Ejector Bucket Installed
      – Various Sizes, Dump (4.2 m³/5.5 yd³ to 7.3 m³/9.5 yd³), Ejector (5.7 m³/7.5 yd³)
    • Bucket, Control Group, Heavy Duty (Required for Light Weight Buckets)
    • Bucket Hardware
      – Cutting Edge, Bolt-On Half-Arrow (BOHA)
      – Cutting Edge, Cat Weld-on
      – Cutting Edge, Half Arrow, Flat
      – Heel Shrouds, Ejector and Dump Buckets
      – Mechanically Attached Shrouds (MAS)
      – Mechanically Attached Wear Plate System, Cutting Edge Protection (MAWPS)
      – Mechanically Attached Wear Plate System, Bottom Protection (MAWPS)
      – Protector Pads (Bottom of Bucket)
      – Wear Bars, Ejector and Dump Buckets
      – Wear Liner (5.7 m³/7.5 yd³ Dump Bucket)
    • Bucket Lip
      – Lip Fully Welded or Tack Welded
      – Lip Bare (No Hardware)
      – Bolt-On Ready
      – MAS Ready (Mechanically Attached Shrouds)
    • Camera, Color Rear Facing
    • Cover, Anti Vandalism for Shipping
    • Draw Bar Attachment, Bolt-on
    • Engine Options
      – Engine, Ventilation Reduction (VR)
      – Equivalent to Tier 3
      – After-treatment options (for use with VR Engine only)
      • DPF (Flow Through) Filter
    • Fast Fill System
      – Coolant
      – Engine Oil
      – Fuel (Single or Dual Tanks)
      – Hydraulic Oil
      – Transmission Oil
    • Fire Suppression System
      – Ansul, Dry Powder
      – Foam, Water Based
    • Front Light Protectors
    • Fuel System
      – Dual Fuel Tanks
    • Guards
      – Guard, Rear Side Quarter Window
      – Guard Duo Cone Seal
    • Handrails
      – Fold Down
    • Hydraulic System
      – Ejector Bucket Ready
      – Alternate Implement/Pilot Control Configuration
    • Lubrication System
      – Automatic
      – Centralized
    • Lighting
      – External Lighting System, Front, Rear, LED Work Lights
    • Mine Transfer
      – Mine Transfer Ready Rear Frame (Tack Welded)
      – Lifting Group, Mine Transfer
    • Operators Station ROPS/FOPS Enclosed
      – Air Conditioning
      – Cab Pressurizer and Filter
      – Duct, Window Demister
      – Dome Light
      – Heater
      – Radio Ready Compartment for Radio and Speakers
      – Strut, Cab Door
    • Operators Station FOPS Open
      – Removable Canopy
    • Park Brake Switch Engagement
      – Push to Apply
      – Pull to Apply
    • Payload Control System
      – Loadrite L2180
    • Remote Control Interface (excludes Transmitter and Receiver)
      – Cattron
      – RCT
    • Reversible Steering
    • Reflective Tape
    • Ride Control System
    • Rim
      – Rim Identification Numbering
      – Spare (Tube or Tubeless)
      – Tube Type
    • Seats
      – Seat Covers, Tee, Air and Standard
      – Suspension Seat Tee, Vinyl
      – Suspension Seat Tee, Air
      – Suspension Seat Air Vinyl
    • Secondary Steering System
    • Service Tools
      – Recovery Bar (for use with Brake Release, Recovery Bar System)
      – Reference Parts Manual for Additional Tooling Available
    • Switches
      – Additional Engine Shutdown, Mounted LHS
      – Engine Shutdown, Fire Suppression Activation
      – Idle Timer
      – Engine Shutdown/Idle Timer
      – Transmission Neutralizer Override Switch
    • Technology
      – Command for Underground
      – Vital Information Management System (VIMS) Gen 3
    • Tire Arrangements
      – Tire, 26.5 × R25, VSMS2 L5 Bridgestone
      – Tire, 26.5 × 25, VSDL, Bridgestone
      – Tire, 26.5 × 25, 32 Ply, Goodyear
    • Wear Protection Bars
      – Cab/ROPS
      – Hydraulic Tank
      – Radiator
      – Wear Plate, Rear Underneath
    • NOTE: Not all features are available in all regions. See your Cat dealer for more information.