PC4000 Super Shovel

Operating Weight
370 t to 385 t
816,000 lb to
849,000 lb
Shovel Capacity
21 m3 28yd3
SAE 2:1 heaped
Backhoe Capacity
22 m3 29yd3
SAE 1:1 heaped
Main Drive
Diesel
1400 kW 1875HP
Electric
1350 kW

HYDRAULIC MINING SHOVEL

PC4000 Super Shovel

SPECIFICATIONS
 PC4000 Super Shovel Front End Productivity
Designed for sustained production.
● Powerful digging forces.
● Ease of bucket filling.
● Proven attachment design.
● All cylinders mounted under attachment
for additional protection.
● Buckets and Wear Packages to
suit all densities and ground conditions.

VHMS Vehicle Health Monitoring

System
Provides real time and stored information about the
operating status of the machine.
● Touch sensitive color monitor screen with
continuous display.
● Service messages in data, snap-shot and trend
analysis format with battery back-up security.
● Automatic engine shut-down for critical
malfunctions.
● Data download capable, either to a laptop
computer or by wireless link.

In-house Design and Manufacture

Components are designed to combine high production,
easy maintenance, and extended reliability.
● In-house experience and quality control
confirmed by ISO 9001 certification.
● Robotic and numerically controlled machine tools
ensure consistent quality.
● Continuous high investment in manufacturing tools,
control and personnel skills.

Time-proven Structures
Extended structural reliability is proven.
● Robust structural design developed
from field experience and finite
analysis expertise.
● Optimum use of castings at key points
throughout the structure of the machine.

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Operator Comfort
New large operator’s cab.
● Low internal noise level to 68 db (A).
Matched for
● New generation viscous cab mounts. 165 to 255 ton
● Comprehensive climate control with pressurised
filtered air ventilation and air conditioning.
trucks
● High specification multi-adjustable air SHOVEL BUCKET
suspension seat incorporates variable lumbar 21 m3 28 yd3
control.
BREAKOUT FORCE
1250 kN 280,000 lb

CROWD FORCE
1330 kN 300,000 lb

Powerful Diesel Engine

Single Komatsu SDA16V160 engine.
● Rated 1400 kW 1875 HP
at 1800 rpm.
● Electronic engine management.
● Time saving options fitted as standard;
Centinel Engine Oil Management System
Engine Reserve Oil Supply System
Eliminator Oil Filter System.
● Low engine emission levels meet EPA
Tier 1.

Extended Life Undercarriage

Lower operating costs.
● Big diameter rollers, idlers, and sprockets.
● Large surface area and detailed hardening
reduces wear.
● Hardened track link pin bores.

Ease of Service
Simple, common-sense design provides quick easy access to all major components.
● Generous walk-through gangways throughout the platform and around the power
train.
● Enclosed, internally lit, engine house
● Automatic central lubrication.
● Swing-out hydraulic oil coolers ensure complete and regular service.
● Ground-level access to Wiggins hydraulically powered swing-down service arm.
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SPECIFICATIONS
PECIFICATIONS

DIESEL DRIVE ELECTRIC DRIVE

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Komatsu SDA16V160 Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Squirrel-cage induction motor
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-cycle, water-cooled, direct injection Power output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1350 kW
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turbocharged and aftercooled Voltage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6600 V*
Number of cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Amperage (approximate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 A
Rated power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400 kW 1875 HP @ 1800 rpm Frequency (standard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Hz @ 1500 rpm
(SAE 1995/J1349) Optional frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hz @ 1800 rpm
Governor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All-speed, electronic
*Other voltages available on request
The integrated engine oil and filter system extends service intervals.
This combines the oil stabilising systems, Reserve and Centinel,
with the Eliminator self cleaning oil filter to extend, with oil analysis,
the oil change interval to 4000 hours. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The power train consists of one main drive. Diesel engine or electric
motor can be supplied. One gearbox drives four identical pumps
ELECTRIC SYSTEM which draw hydraulic oil from an unpressurized hydraulic tank. Open
circuit hydraulics provide maximum cooling and filtering efficiency.
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V Rated flow (total output) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4140 ltr/min 1,094 gpm
Batteries (series/parallel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 x 12 V Relief valve setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 bar 4,495 psi
Alternator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 A Swing flow rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1590 ltr/min 420 gpm
Standard working lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Xenon lights
High pressure in line filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 µm
Standard service lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 lights one per pump located at the valve blocks
Optional lighting upon request Full flow return line filters (5 double) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 µm
at head of hydraulic tank
The four-circuit system features a load-limiting governor with oil
UNDERCARRIAGE delivery summation to the working circuits and incorporates pressure
cut-off control. Hydropilot prioritizes hydraulic flow giving smooth
Undercarriage consists of one center carbody and two track frames,
hydraulic response, simple hydraulic system layout, and a reduced
each attached by four large diameter hardened pins.
number of components.
Center frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-type
Track frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steel box-section

COOLING SYSTEM
CRAWLER ASSEMBLY The high capacity engine radiator is cooled by a hydraulically driven
fan for superior cooling efficiency and requiring little maintenance.
Track adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic hydraulic type
The hydraulic system includes two large swing-out vertical air-to-oil
Number of shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 each side
hydraulic coolers with temperature-regulated hydraulically driven fans.
Number of top rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 each side
Number of bottom rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 each side
AUTOMATIC CENTRALISED
LUBRICATION
TRAVEL AND BRAKE SYSTEMS Two hydraulically powered Lincoln single line automatic lubrication
Travel control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 foot pedals systems are provided as standard, complete with time and volume
Gradeability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Up to 70% variable controls. Activity and malfunction events are linked to the
Travel speed (maximum). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1 km/h 1.3 mph VHMS. The central lube grease system is supplied from a refillable
Service brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydraulic brake 200 litre 53 gal. barrel. A second, identical system supplies open gear
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wet, multiple-disc lubricant to the swing ring teeth through a lube pinion. Replenishment
of the barrels is through the Wiggins service arm.

SWING SYSTEM
SERVICE CAPACITIES
Hydraulic motors and drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Swing brake, service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydraulic brake Hydraulic oil tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3900 ltr 1,030 U.S. gal
Swing brake, parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wet, multiple-disc Hydraulic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5900 ltr 1,560 U.S. gal
Swing ring teeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6400 ltr 1,690 U.S. gal
Swing speed (maximum). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.0 rpm Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420 ltr 110 U.S. gal
Engine oil (sump) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 ltr 76 U.S. gal
Centinel engine oil make up tank. . . . . . . . . . . 600 ltr 160 U.S. gal

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VEHICLE HEALTH
CAB MONITORING SYSTEM
The large operator´s cab is constructed in steel and conforms to ISO VHMS is designed for Komatsu mining equipment to provide real
3449 as a FOPS structure. It is mounted on 10 viscous pads to time and stored information about the status of the operating
reduce vibration and noise. The operator´s eye is at 7.56 m 24’10’’. machine. A touch sensitive flat screen color monitor gives a
The cab is pressurised with filtered air, fitted with an air conditioner continuous display or can be activated to provide operator or service
and a window de-mister. A deluxe weight compensating, adjustable data. Non serious and critical faults are automatically announced,
air suspension operator´s seat with unique variable lumbar support whilst for major malfunctions the engine is also shut down.
is fitted as well as a fold-away auxiliary seat. The integrated digital storage provides a full event history, which can
Low effort joy stick controls are electric over hydraulic and foot be down loaded by laptop computer or by wireless link.
controls are for front shovel, crawler and swing brake. The ability to provide real time service information as messages,
Full instrumentation and VMHS are provided. Space in the console snap-shot or trend data automatically to mine control programmes
is provided for an additional monitor. AM/FM radio is fitted. The can improve mechanical utilisation and reduce costs. The
windshield wash wiper has two speed and intermittent operation. comprehensive diagnostic data will assist in predicting or reducing
(Water reservoir 7 litres 1.8 gal.) Amenities include a wash basin downtime.
with running water, water reservoir, (50 litres 13 gal.), refrigerator
and storage cabinets.
Working lights and powered mirrors are adjusted from inside the cab.
There are left and right hand sliding windows. All windows are tinted
parsol green.

OPERATING WEIGHTS

PC 4000 Backhoe: PC 4000 Front Shovel:

Operating weight including 9750 mm 32’0’’ boom, 4500 mm 14’9’’ stick, 22 m3 29.0 yd3 Operating weight including 7150 mm 23’6’’ boom, 4900 mm 16’1’’ stick, 21 m3 28.0 yd3
backhoe bucket, operator, lubricant, coolant, full fuel tank and standard equipment. shovel bucket, operator, lubricant, coolant, full fuel tank and standard equipment.

Shoe Width Operating Weight Ground Pressure Shoe Width Operating Weight Ground Pressure

1200 mm 380 t 22.5 N/cm2 1200 mm 370 t 22.0 N/cm2

47’’ 839,000 lb 32.6 psi 47’’ 816,000 lb 31.9 psi

1500 mm 385 t 18.2 N/cm2 1500 mm 375 t 17.9 N/cm2

59’’ 849,000 lb 26.4 psi 59’’ 827,000 lb 26.0 psi

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1 Diesel Engine
12 7 2
2 Pump Drive Gearbox
3 Hydraulic Pumps
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4 Oil Tank
5 Oil Cooler
8 1
6 Engine Radiator 9
7 Swing Units 7
13
8 Main Rotating Joint
9 Control Valves
10 6
10 Fuel Tank
11
11 Operator’s Cab
12 Central Lubrication Barrel
Lower-Level
13 Pinion Grease Barrel Walkways
Upper-Level

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DIGGING FORCES

Break-out force 1155 kN 260,000 lb Maximum reach at ground level . . . . . . . . . . . 16600 mm 54’6’’
Tear-out force 1050 kN 236,000 lb Maximum digging depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8000 mm 26’3’’

BACKHOE BUCKET, STICK AND BOOM COMBINATION

Bucket Width Teeth Weight Boom Length

Capacity 9750 mm 32’ 0’’
SAE including Stick Length
Heaped 1 : 1 Wear package -2 4500 mm 14’ 9’’

22 m3 29 yd3 3800 mm 12’6’’ 6 23.3 t 51,400 lb Material density to 1.8 t/m3 3000 lb/yd3

Alternative buckets / wear packages are available

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8'30 m
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5600 mm
18'5"

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DIGGING FORCES

Break-out force 1250 kN 280,000 lb Level crowd at ground level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5600 mm 18’5’’
Crowd force 1330 kN 300,000 lb Maximum dumping height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12000 mm 39’3’’

SHOVEL BUCKET, STICK AND BOOM COMBINATION

Bucket Capacity Width Teeth Weight Boom Length

7150 mm 23’ 6’’
SAE / CECE including Stick Length
Heaped 2 : 1 Heaped 1 : 1 Wear package-3 4900 mm 16’ 1’’

21 m3 28 yd3 23.5 m3 30.7 yd3 4000 mm 13’2’’ 5 32.5 t 71,600 lb Material density to 1.8 t/m3 3000 lb/yd3

Alternative buckets / wear packages are available

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25'1"
4475 mm R 6500 mm
14'8" R 21'4"
3175 mm 3892 mm
6090 mm
10'5" 12'9"
19'11"

3085 mm
8260 mm

7560 mm

10'2"
24'10"
27'1"

2942 mm
2445 mm

9'8"
8'0"

980 mm
3'3" 1200 mm 3085 mm
3'11" 10'1"
1500 mm 6245 mm
4'11"
20'6"
6550 mm
21'6" 8375 mm
27'6"
6850 mm
22'6" 4006_01 4006_02

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

Hydraulic Mining Shovel with Diesel Drive will comprise: OPERATOR’S CAB
Fully enclosed steel cab which incorporates the ISO 3449 standard
FRONT SHOVEL ATTACHMENT
FOPS structure and CARRIER SÜTRAK air-conditioning unit.
7.15 m 23'6" boom and 4.9 m 16'1" stick complete with cylinders.
Mounted on viscous pads. GRAMMER fully suspended seat with
21.0 m3 28.0 yd3 (SAE 2:1) shovel bucket with ESCO teeth and
lap belt. Fold-away auxiliary seat. Full selection of controls, switches,
lip system.
and VHMS (Vehicle Health Monitoring System).
OR Joystick and pedal-operated controls are electric over hydraulic.
Windshield wash wiper with two-speed and intermittent operation
BACKHOE ATTACHMENT (reservoir 7 ltr 1.8 gal). AM-FM radio. Washbasin with running water
9.75 m 32'0" boom and 4.5 m 14'9" stick with 22.0 m3 29.0 yd3 (reservoir 50 ltr 13 gal). Refrigerator and storage cabinets. Left and
(SAE 1:1) bucket. right hand sliding windows. All windows tinted parsol green.
CRAWLER UNDERCARRIAGE LUBRICATION
Heavy-duty shovel type undercarriage consisting of a center carbody LINCOLN central lubrication for basic machine, attachment,
and 2 heavy box-type track frames, each having 7 bottom rollers, 3 and bucket. 200 ltr 53 gal refillable barrel.
top rollers, and 1200 mm 47" cast steel track shoes. Hydraulic track
adjustment and parking brake provided. LINCOLN automatic pinion lubrication system for swing circle
teeth with 200 ltr 53 gal refillable barrel.
SUPERSTRUCTURE
WIGGINS service center mounted on a hydraulically powered
Main frame mounted over an externally toothed swing circle carries swing-down arm for fill of fuel, engine oil and coolant, hydraulic oil,
the main drive module, including Komatsu SDA16V160 diesel engine, grease, cab water, and the evacuation of coolant, and hydraulic and
oil and fuel reservoirs, counterweight, operator’s cab and base. engine oils.
LIGHTING ACCESSORIES
8 Xenon high-performance working lights. ● Acoustic reverse travel alarm
11 service lights throughout platform. ● Hydraulically actuated ground access ladder
● Electric air horn

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
1500 mm 59’’ Trackshoes Extra or alternative, lighting Generator set Low temperature Package
Electric Drive Cable Reel (Electric Version) Service Crane Fire Suppression System

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