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MINExpo 2016: Cat 794 AC mining truck

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Caterpillar’s newest large mining truck, the 794 AC, has made its mining show debut at MINExpo 2016. The 291 t (320 short t) capacity truck uses a combination of proven designs including a chassis design that has accumulated about 18 million operating hours and a powertrain design that has racked up three million hours. The truck design focuses on productivity, while delivering reliability and simple serviceability.

Following extensive field testing, controlled rollout of the new truck started last year. To date, the 794 AC is operating in four countries, working in applications ranging from deep pit copper in western US to coal and copper in South America.

Mechanical availability of the 794 AC has averaged 90% or better from its introduction and has continued to improve with every new site introduction. The drive system is designed to power the larger Cat 795F AC, which has demonstrated drive train component life of more than 30 000 hours.

Due to the efficient, fully integrated Cat powertrain and machine configuration, the 794 AC has proven to be faster on grade than the competition. The new truck also features four-corner wet disc brake, as well as dynamic braking for stable handling and fast stopping. The 794 AC has retarding capability of 4086 kW (5480 hp) of continuous retarding.

Optimised for the application

The 794 AC is designed and built to minimise total costs. The 794 AC is a true 291 t (320 short t) truck, as it accommodates additional weight allowances for options and body liners, so the truck can be fitted for superior durability without significant negative effects on production.

The 794 AC uses the Cat C175-16 engine and a proven Cat AC powertrain. System power is adaptable to accommodate changes in production targets and to work seamlessly in mixed fleets where truck speed differences can reduce productivity. Three power options - 2050, 2312 and 2610 kW (2750, 3100 and 3500 hp) - are available using the same engine. High altitude configurations are also available.

The Cat high-efficiency (HE) body is sized and configured to meet the specific needs of the mine, dictated by fragmentation, abrasion, cohesion and the loading tool. The 794 AC body is integral to the truck and is sized to meet the payload requirements without compromising vehicle balance, braking or control.

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