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6090 FS

Hydraulic Mining Shovels

Cat hydraulic shovels are versatile machines used to load overburden and ore into haul trucks during the mining process in surface mines of all types across the globe. Utilizing proven Cat technology, each hydraulic excavator model is designed to provide superior digging forces and optimal cycle times while withstanding the rigors of any digging environment encountered. Our substantial global installed base validates our experience and expertise in the hydraulic mining excavator market and reaffirms our commitment to it. With the widest payload range in the industry, Caterpillar is well-equipped to fulfill any hydraulic excavator need that global mining customers may have.

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Engine Output - SAE J1995 3360 kW (4,500 hp)
Standard Bucket Capacity Face Shovel (SAE 2:1) - 52.0 m3 (68.0 yd3)
Operating Weight Face Shovel - 980 tonnes (1,080 tons)
Fuel Tank Capacity 15100 l

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FEATURES & BENEFITS

Machine Service & Support

Our service engineers have the knowledge and experience to bring a successful result to the most demanding projects. In addition, they are backed by Caterpillar's team of... Read more

TriPower™

This unique Caterpillar design results in: Increased effective lifting force Constant boom momentum Automatic constant bucket angle position in horizontal and vertical d... Read more

Efficient Drive Systems

On models equipped with two engines, the hydraulic excavator remains operational with only a single engine running, maintaining full availability. The electric drive is u... Read more

Pump Managing System

This results in an efficient use of the engine for greater productivity. Read more

Superior Oil Cooling System

This system provides a more efficient means of cooling, particularly in demanding applications. The radiator fan speed is thermostatically or electronically controlled fo... Read more

Closed-Loop Swing Circuit

The kinetic energy of the swing motion is used during deceleration to support driving the main and auxiliary pumps. Compared to open circuits, the Cat closed-loop swing c... Read more

Simple & Efficient Hydraulic System

Because float valves are used to lower the boom instead of engaging pumps, the boom moves faster and other operating functions can occur simultaneously, such as bucket cu... Read more

Sturdy Undercarriage

Engineered with extensive use of Finite Element Analysis (FEA), the steel structure is optimized, travel motors are well-protected by strong cover plates and hinged door... Read more

Monitoring and Diagnostic System

This promotes the earliest possible detection of faults and allows for timely maintenance planning and assistance for speedy repair. Read more

SPECIFICATIONS FOR 6090 FS

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General
Engine Output - SAE J1995 3360 kW (4,500 hp)
Standard Bucket Capacity Face Shovel (SAE 2:1) - 52.0 m3 (68.0 yd3)
Operating Weight Face Shovel - 980 tonnes (1,080 tons)
Fuel Tank Capacity 15100 l
Hydraulic System with Pump Managing System
Hydraulic Tank Capacity - Approximately 10000 l
Maximum Pressure - Attachment 310 bar
Swing Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - AC Version 6 × 496 L/min (6 × 131 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Travel 360 bar
Maximum Pressure - Swing Pumps 350 bar
Total Volume of Hydraulic Oil - Approximately 13000 l
Main Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version 8 × 936 L/min (8 × 247 gal/min)
Swing Pumps 6 × reversible swash plate pumps
Main Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - AC Version 8 × 943 L/min (8 × 249 gal/min)
Main Pumps 8 × variable flow axial piston pumps
Swing Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version 6 × 488 L/min (6 × 129 gal/min)
Hydraulic Oil Cooling
Oil Flow of Cooling Pumps - AC Version 4 × 1000 L/min (4 × 264 gal/min)
Diameter - Fan 4 × 1524 mm (4 × 60 in)
Oil Flow of Cooling Pumps - Diesel Version 4 × 975 L/min (4 × 258 gal/min)
Operator's Cab
Internal Dimensions of Amenity Cab - Height 2150 mm
Components (2) Robust instrument panel includes large colored BCS screen with transflective technology
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Height 2150 mm
Internal Dimensions of Amenity Cab - Width 1600 mm
Components (1) Machine access via retractable boarding ladder, hydraulically operated
Internal Dimensions of Amenity Cab - Length 1600 mm
Components (3) Safety switch in seat cushion to automatically neutralize the hydraulic controls when operator leaves the seat
Components (6) Windshield with parallel intermittent wiper/washer
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Width 1600 mm
Components (8) FOPS (rock guard; approved according to DIN ISO 3449) integrated into cab structure
Components (10) Fold-away auxiliary seat with safety belt
Components (5) Roller blind at windshield
Components (7) All-round safety glass, armored windshield and sliding side window
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Length 2200 mm
Components (9) Joystick controls integrated in independently adjustable seat consoles
New Board Control System (BCS) Features: Electronic monitoring & data logging system for vital signs & service data of engines, hydraulic system & lubrication system
Operator's Eye Level - Approximately 8.8 m
Components (4) Pneumatically cushioned and multi-adjustable comfort seat with lumbar support, seat heating, safety belt, head and armrests
Swing System
Swing Drive 6 compact planetary transmissions with axial piston motors
Parking Brakes Wet multiple disc brake, spring-loaded/hydraulically released
Maximum Swing Speed - AC Version 4.1 r/min
Maximum Swing Speed - Diesel Version 3.9 r/min
Swing Ring Triple race roller bearing with sealed internal gearing
Undercarriage
Travel Speed - 2nd Stage - Maximum 2.2 km/h
Maximum Tractive Force 4338 kN
Travel Speed - 1st Stage - Maximum 1.6 km/h
Travel Drives - Each Side 1 planetary transmission with 2 two-stage axial piston motors
Bottom Rollers - Each Side 7
Parking Brake Wet multiple disc brake, spring applied/hydraulically released
Track Pads - Each Side 48
Support Rollers - Each Side 2 plus a skid plate in between
Gradeability - Travel Drives - Maximum 44 %
Automatic Lubrication System
Capacity - Grease Container 1000 l
Operating Weights
Shovel - Standard Track Pads 2000 mm
Shovel - Operating Weight 980000 kg
Shovel - Ground Pressure 25.8 N/cm2 (37.4 psi)
Electrical System - Diesel Drive
System Voltage 24V
Working Spotlights 12 × high brightness LED lights
Batteries in Series/Parallel Installation 6 × 210 Ah - 12V each; 630 Ah - 24V in total
Alternators 2 × 175A each
Diesel Engines - Cummins® QSK60 Tier 2
Stroke 190 mm
Displacement 60.2 l
Total Rated Net Power - SAE J1995 3360 kW 1,800 min-1 (4,500 hp 1,800 min-1)
Components (7) Two-stage fuel filter includes water separator
Total Rated Net Power - ISO 3046/1 3360 kW 1,800 min-1 (4,500 hp 1,800 min-1)
Components (2) Eliminator with centrifuge for engine oil filtration
Components (8) Hydraulically driven radiator fan with electronically controlled fan speed
Emission Certification U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim
Bore 159 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 15100 l
Components (5) Heavy-duty air filters with automatic dust evacuation
Make/Model 2 x QSK60 2-stage
Components (3) Engine-oil-change interval of 1,000 hours
Components (4) Micro processed engine control
Total Rated Net Power - SAE J1349 3360 kW 1,800 min-1 (4,500 hp 1,800 min-1)
Number of Cylinders - Each Engine 16
Maximum Altitude - Without Deration - Above Sea Level 4880 m
Components (1) Pre-lube starting system
Components (6) Additional high-capacity water separator
Aspiration 2-stage turbocharged; aftercooled and intercooled
Retractable Service Station
Installation Retractable service station installed underneath the engine module and easily accessible from ground
Attachments
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (2) - Horizontal automatic constant-angle bucket guidance - Vertical automatic constant-angle bucket guidance
Type (3) Special wear packages for highly abrasive materials on request
Type (2) Pressure-free lowering of boom and stick by means of a float valve
All buckets are equipped with a wear package consisting of: (1) - Wing shrouds on side walls - Heel shrouds at bottom edges
Type (1) Inspection hole in boom and stick
Type (4) Catwalks with rails at boom
All buckets are equipped with a wear package consisting of: (2) - Special liner material covering main wear areas inside and outside of bucket - Lip shrouds between teeth
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (3) - Constant boom momentum throughout the entire lift arc - Crowd force assistance
Type (7) Boom and stick are torsion-resistant, welded box design of high-tensile steel with massive steel castings at pivot areas
Type (6) Boom and stick are stress-relieved after welding
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (1) - Automatic roll-back limiter to prevent material spillage - Kinematic assistance to hydraulic forces
Type (5) Welding procedures allow for internal counter-welding (double prep weld) wherever possible
Electric Motors - 6090 AC FS
Frequency 50 Hz (60 Hz on request)
Total Rated Current IN 332 a
Revolutions 1,500 min-1 (1,800 min-1 at 60 Hz)
Maximum Starting Current 780 a
Total Output 3200 kW
Voltage 6.6 kV ±10% (other on request)
Type 2 × Squirrel cage induction motors

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Hydraulic Mining Shovels

6060

Engine Output - SAE J1995 2248 kW
Bucket Payload 61 t
Operating Weight 599 t
Note Specifications shown above apply to Face Shovel configuration. Backhoe and Frontless configurations are also available.
Hydraulic Mining Shovels

6015

Engine Output - SAE J1995 615 kW
Bucket Payload 14.6 t
Operating Weight 140 t
Note Specifications shown above apply to highly regulated, backhoe configuration. Lesser regulated and frontless configurations are also available.
Hydraulic Mining Shovels

6020B

Engine Output - SAE J1995 776 kW
Bucket Payload 21.6 t
Operating Weight 230.2 t
Note Specifications shown above apply to a Backhoe configuration. A frontless configuration is also available.
Hydraulic Mining Shovels

6050/6050 FS

Engine Output - SAE J1995 1880 kW
Bucket Payload 50.4 t
Operating Weight 537 t
Note Specifications above apply to Backhoe configuration. Face Shovel and Frontless configurations are also available.
Hydraulic Mining Shovels

6040

Engine Output - SAE J1995 1550 kW
Bucket Payload 39.6 t
Operating Weight 404.6 t
Note Specifications above apply to the HRC Face Shovel configuration. Backhoe and Frontless configurations are also available for both HRC and LRC.
Hydraulic Mining Shovels

6030

Engine Output - SAE J1995 1141 kW
Bucket Payload 31 t
Operating Weight 297 t
Note Specifications shown above apply to Backhoe configuration. Face Shovel and Frontless configurations are also available.
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