Specifications

6040/6040 FS

Overview

We understand the challenges you face, the importance of reliability, and the relationship between uptime and productivity. That's why we continually strive to produce the safest, most reliable and productive hydraulic mining shovels possible. Offering the widest payload range of any manufacturer in the industry, the ability to optimally pair with our popular line of mining trucks, and the support of our world-class Cat dealer network, we are uniquely positioned to partner with you to help achieve your productivity targets. We understand what matters to you. Our hydraulic mining shovels are built with you in mind. Because in mining, every day matters and every load counts.
Engine Output - SAE J1995Cat C32 - 1516 kW (2,032 hp)
Standard Bucket CapacityFace Shovel (heaped 2:1) - 22.0 m3 (28.8 yd3); Backhoe (heaped 1:1) - 22.0 m3 (28.8 yd3)
Operating WeightFace Shovel - 405 tonnes (446 tons); Backhoe - 407 tonnes (449 tons)
Hydraulic Tank Capacity - AC Version - Approximately4000 l1057 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank Capacity - Diesel Version - Approximately3400 l898 gal (US)
Main Pumps - AC Version4 × variable flow axial piston pumps
Main Pumps - Diesel Version4 × variable swash plate pumps
Main Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - AC Version4 × 746 L/min (4 × 197 gal/min)
Main Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version4 × 724 L/min (4 × 191 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Attachment300 bar4350 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing Pumps350 bar5080 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel350 bar5080 psi
Swing Pumps - AC Version3 × reversible swash plate pump
Swing Pumps - Diesel Version4 × reversible swash plate pump
Swing Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - AC Version3 × 491 L/min (3 × 130 gal/min)
Swing Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version4 × 321 L/min (4 × 85 gal/min)
Total Volume of Hydraulic Oil - AC Version - Approximately6400 l1585 gal (US)
Total Volume of Hydraulic Oil - Diesel Version - Approximately5800 l1532 gal (US)
Components (1)Gear type cooling pumps supplying high-volume, low-pressure oil to aluminum coolers
Components (2)Variable axial piston pumps supplying low-volume, high-pressure oil to fans
Diameter - Fan2 × 1524 mm (2 × 60 in)
Features (1)Cooling system fully independent of all main circuits, i.e. controlled cooling capacity is available whenever engine is running
Features (2)Fan speed is thermostatically controlled
Features (3)Extremely high cooling efficiency to ensure optimum oil temperature
Oil Flow of Cooling Pumps - AC Version4 × 379 L/min (4 × 100 gal/min)
Oil Flow of Cooling Pumps - Diesel Version2 × 799 L/min (2 × 211 gal/min)
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (1)USB, Lan (TCP/IP) and CAN BUS interfaces for data export
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (2)On-screen PDF documentation (e.g. operating instructions, technical handbook, spare parts catalog, electric circuit diagram)
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (3)Robust instrument panel including large (12 in) colored touch screen for intuitive handling
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (4)Electronic monitoring, data logging & diagnostic system for vital signs & service data of engines, hydraulic & lube systems
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (5)On-screen troubleshooting assistance
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (6)Graphic charts of logged data
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (7)Fault memory with storage of related conditions
Components (1)Switch in seat cushion to automatically neutralize the hydraulic controls when operator leaves the seat
Components (10)External sun shields at side and rear windows
Components (11)Sliding emergency ladder (kick-down type) with ladder cage
Components (12)Machine access via retractable access stairway, stairway angle approximately 45°, hydraulically operated
Components (13)Robust instrument panel including large colored BCS screen with transflective technology
Components (2)Pneumatically cushioned and multi-adjustable comfort seat with lumbar support, seat heating, safety belt, head- and armrests
Components (3)Roller blinds at all windows
Components (4)Windshield with parallel intermittent wiper/washer
Components (5)All-round safety glass, armored windshield and sliding side window
Components (6)FOPS (rock guard; approved according to DIN ISO 3449) integrated into cab structure
Components (7)Under roof mounted heating ventilating and air conditioning system
Components (8)Joystick controls integrated in independently adjustable seat consoles
Components (9)Fold-away auxiliary seat with safety belt
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Height2150 mm7.05 ft
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Length2200 mm7.22 ft
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Width1600 mm5.25 ft
Operator's Eye Level - Approximately6.8 m22.31 ft
Features (1)Dirt wipers at swing ring to prevent build-up of debris between swing ring and carbody
Features (2)Closed-loop swing circuit with torque control
Features (3)Hydraulic braking of the swing motion by counteracting control
Features (4)All raceways and the internal gearing of swing ring supplied by automatic central lubrication system
Maximum Swing Speed - AC Version5.1 r/min5.1 r/min
Maximum Swing Speed - Diesel Version4.7 r/min4.7 r/min
Parking BrakeWet multiple disc brake, spring-loaded/hydraulically released
Swing Drive3 compact planetary transmissions with axial piston motors
Swing RingTriple-race roller bearing with sealed internal gearing
Bottom Rollers - Each Side7
Components (1)All running surfaces of sprockets, idlers, rollers and track links are hardened
Components (2)Acoustic travel alarm
Components (3)Cast double-grouser combined pad-links with bushings connected by hardened full floating pins
Components (4)All teeth contact areas of sprocket and pad links are hardened
Components (5)Fully hydraulic self-adjusting track tensioning system with membrane accumulator
Components (6)Automatic hydraulic retarder valve to prevent over-speed on downhill travel
Gradeability - Travel Drives - Maximum57 %57 %
Maximum Tractive Force2097 kN471260 lb
Parking BrakeWet multiple disc brake, spring applied/hydraulically released
Support Rollers - Each Side2 plus a skid plate in between
Track Pads - Each Side42
Travel Drives - Each Side1 planetary transmission with 2 two-stage axial piston motors
Travel Speed - 1st Stage - Maximum1.5 km/h0.93 mile/h
Travel Speed - 2nd Stage - Maximum2.5 km/h1.55 mile/h
Capacity - Grease Container1000 l264 gal (US)
Type (1)Dual-circuit system with hydraulically driven heavy-duty pumps and electronic time relay control adjust the pause/lube times
Type (2)System failures displayed by Board Control System
Type (3)Grease filters (200 μm) between service station and container, as well as directly behind grease pump
Type (4)Connected to the lubrication system are: - pivot points of attachment, bucket and cylinders
Type (5)Connected to the lubrication system are: - raceways of the swing roller bearing - two greasing pinions for the internal gearing of the swing ring
6040 - Ground Pressure24.3 N/cm2 (35.3 psi)
6040 - NoteOther track pads available on request
6040 - Operating Weight407300 kg897930 lb
6040 - Standard Track Pads1200 mm3.9 ft
6040 FS - Ground Pressure24.1 N/cm2 (35.0 psi)
6040 FS - NoteOther track pads available on request
6040 FS - Operating Weight404600 kg891980 lb
6040 FS - Standard Track Pads1200 mm3.9 ft
Batteries in Series/Parallel Installation6 × 210 Ah - 12V each; 630 Ah - 24V in total
Components (1)13 LED service lights
Components (2)Battery isolation relays and switches
Components (3)Emergency stop switches accessible from ground level, in engine module and in operator's cab
Components (4)10 LED high-brightness working flood lights - 8 for working area - 2 for rear end
Components (5)2 LED high-brightness access flood lights
System Voltage24V
InstallationRetractable service station installed underneath the engine module and easily accessible from ground
All buckets (FS and BH) are equipped with a wear package consisting of: (2)- Wing shrouds on side walls - Heel shrouds at bottom edges
Type (8)Guards for shovel cylinders (FS)
Alternators2 × 150 A
AspirationTurbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
Bore145 mm5.71 in
Components (1)Additional high-capacity water separator
Components (2)Two-stage fuel filter including water separator
Components (3)Heavy-duty air filters
Components (4)Microprocessed engine management
Components (5)Hydraulically driven radiator fan with electronically controlled fan speed
Displacement32.1 l1959 in³
EmissionsU.S. EPA flex
Fuel Tank Capacity7800 l2060 gal (US)
Make/Model2 × Cat C32 (Tier 2)
Maximum Altitude - Without Deration - At 10° C Above Sea Level2500 m8200 ft
Number of Cylinders - Each Engine12
Stroke162 mm6.38 in
Total Rated Gross Power - SAE J19951516 kW 1,750 min-1 (2,032 hp 1,750 min-1)
Total Rated Net Power - ISO 3046/11516 kW 1,750 min-1 (2,032 hp 1,750 min-1)
Total Rated Net Power - SAE J13491516 kW 1,750 min-1 (2,032 hp 1,750 min-1)
All buckets (FS and BH) are equipped with a wear package consisting of: (1)- 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: (1)- Automatic roll-back limiter to prevent material spillage - Kinematic assistance to hydraulic forces
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (2)- Horizontal automatic constant-angle bucket guidance - Vertical automatic constant-angle bucket guidance
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (3)- Constant boom momentum throughout the whole lift arc - Crowd force assistance
Type (1)Inspection hole in monoboom BH
Type (2)Pressure-free lowering of boom (FS and BH) and stick (FS) by means of a float valve
Type (3)Special wear packages for highly abrasive materials on request
Type (4)Catwalks with rails at boom (FS and BH)
Type (5)Welding procedures allow for internal counter-welding (double prep weld) wherever possible
Type (6)Boom and sticks are stress-relieved after welding
Type (7)Boom and sticks are torsion-resistant, welded box design of high-tensile steel with massive steel casting at pivot areas
Engine Model2 × Cat® C32
Gross Power - SAE J19951516 kW2032 HP
Net Power - SAE J13491516 kW2032 HP
NoteElectric drive option available (1400 kW) on 6040 AC/6040 AC FS
Bucket Capacity - Backhoe (heaped 1:1)22 m³28.8 yd³
Bucket Capacity - Front Shovel (heaped 2:1)22 m³28.8 yd³
Bucket Payload40 t44 t
Operating Weight - Backhoe407 t449 t
Operating Weight - Front Shovel405 t446 t
Frequency50 Hz (60 Hz on request)
Output1400 kW1877 HP
Rated Current IN156 A (at 6.6 kV)
Revolutions1,500 min-1 (1,800 min-1 at 60 Hz)
Starting current350% of IN (197% of IN Optional)
Type (1)Power limit control by Pump Managing System
Type (2)Custom-made electric motor with increased gap between rotor and stator to withstand severe mining conditions
Type (3)Squirrel cage induction motor
Voltage6.6 kV ±10% (other on request)

6040/6040 FS Optional Equipment

  • GENERAL
    • Custom paint
  • SUPERSTRUCTURE
    • Hydraulic service crane on superstructure with auxiliary engine
    • One or two round container(s) for standard 200 L (53 gal) barrels (instead of 1000 L (264 gal) grease container)
    • Filling of round container(s) via service station
    • Various cold-weather options
  • CAB
    • Dual (redundancy) heating ventilating and air conditioning system
    • Cab heating
    • Camera monitoring system
  • UNDERCARRIAGE
    • Track pad width 1400 mm (4 ft 7 in) or 1600 mm (5 ft 3 in)
    • Automatic lubrication of rollers by central lube system
    • Cover plate under carbody (belly plate)
    • Additional optional equipment available on request.

Exterior

20m³ (26.2yd³) Heavy Rock

Material Density
2 t/m³3371 lb/yd³

Capacity
20 m³26.2 yd³

Outer Width
4180 mm164.6 in

17m³ (22.2yd³) Standard Rock

Material Density
1.8 t/m³3034 lb/yd³

Capacity
22 m³28.8 yd³

Outer Width
4310 mm169.7 in

18m³ (23.5yd³) Iron Ore

Material Density
2.2 t/m³3708 lb/yd³

Capacity
18 m³23.5 yd³

Outer Width
4180 mm164.6 in

Specifications

Engine Output - SAE J1995Cat C32 - 1516 kW (2,032 hp)
Standard Bucket CapacityFace Shovel (heaped 2:1) - 22.0 m3 (28.8 yd3); Backhoe (heaped 1:1) - 22.0 m3 (28.8 yd3)
Operating WeightFace Shovel - 405 tonnes (446 tons); Backhoe - 407 tonnes (449 tons)
Hydraulic Tank Capacity - AC Version - Approximately4000 l1057 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank Capacity - Diesel Version - Approximately3400 l898 gal (US)
Main Pumps - AC Version4 × variable flow axial piston pumps
Main Pumps - Diesel Version4 × variable swash plate pumps
Main Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - AC Version4 × 746 L/min (4 × 197 gal/min)
Main Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version4 × 724 L/min (4 × 191 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Attachment300 bar4350 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing Pumps350 bar5080 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel350 bar5080 psi
Swing Pumps - AC Version3 × reversible swash plate pump
Swing Pumps - Diesel Version4 × reversible swash plate pump
Swing Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - AC Version3 × 491 L/min (3 × 130 gal/min)
Swing Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version4 × 321 L/min (4 × 85 gal/min)
Total Volume of Hydraulic Oil - AC Version - Approximately6400 l1585 gal (US)
Total Volume of Hydraulic Oil - Diesel Version - Approximately5800 l1532 gal (US)
Components (1)Gear type cooling pumps supplying high-volume, low-pressure oil to aluminum coolers
Components (2)Variable axial piston pumps supplying low-volume, high-pressure oil to fans
Diameter - Fan2 × 1524 mm (2 × 60 in)
Features (1)Cooling system fully independent of all main circuits, i.e. controlled cooling capacity is available whenever engine is running
Features (2)Fan speed is thermostatically controlled
Features (3)Extremely high cooling efficiency to ensure optimum oil temperature
Oil Flow of Cooling Pumps - AC Version4 × 379 L/min (4 × 100 gal/min)
Oil Flow of Cooling Pumps - Diesel Version2 × 799 L/min (2 × 211 gal/min)
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (1)USB, Lan (TCP/IP) and CAN BUS interfaces for data export
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (2)On-screen PDF documentation (e.g. operating instructions, technical handbook, spare parts catalog, electric circuit diagram)
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (3)Robust instrument panel including large (12 in) colored touch screen for intuitive handling
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (4)Electronic monitoring, data logging & diagnostic system for vital signs & service data of engines, hydraulic & lube systems
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (5)On-screen troubleshooting assistance
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (6)Graphic charts of logged data
Board Control System (BCS III) Features (7)Fault memory with storage of related conditions
Components (1)Switch in seat cushion to automatically neutralize the hydraulic controls when operator leaves the seat
Components (10)External sun shields at side and rear windows
Components (11)Sliding emergency ladder (kick-down type) with ladder cage
Components (12)Machine access via retractable access stairway, stairway angle approximately 45°, hydraulically operated
Components (13)Robust instrument panel including large colored BCS screen with transflective technology
Components (2)Pneumatically cushioned and multi-adjustable comfort seat with lumbar support, seat heating, safety belt, head- and armrests
Components (3)Roller blinds at all windows
Components (4)Windshield with parallel intermittent wiper/washer
Components (5)All-round safety glass, armored windshield and sliding side window
Components (6)FOPS (rock guard; approved according to DIN ISO 3449) integrated into cab structure
Components (7)Under roof mounted heating ventilating and air conditioning system
Components (8)Joystick controls integrated in independently adjustable seat consoles
Components (9)Fold-away auxiliary seat with safety belt
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Height2150 mm7.05 ft
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Length2200 mm7.22 ft
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Width1600 mm5.25 ft
Operator's Eye Level - Approximately6.8 m22.31 ft
Features (1)Dirt wipers at swing ring to prevent build-up of debris between swing ring and carbody
Features (2)Closed-loop swing circuit with torque control
Features (3)Hydraulic braking of the swing motion by counteracting control
Features (4)All raceways and the internal gearing of swing ring supplied by automatic central lubrication system
Maximum Swing Speed - AC Version5.1 r/min5.1 r/min
Maximum Swing Speed - Diesel Version4.7 r/min4.7 r/min
Parking BrakeWet multiple disc brake, spring-loaded/hydraulically released
Swing Drive3 compact planetary transmissions with axial piston motors
Swing RingTriple-race roller bearing with sealed internal gearing
Bottom Rollers - Each Side7
Components (1)All running surfaces of sprockets, idlers, rollers and track links are hardened
Components (2)Acoustic travel alarm
Components (3)Cast double-grouser combined pad-links with bushings connected by hardened full floating pins
Components (4)All teeth contact areas of sprocket and pad links are hardened
Components (5)Fully hydraulic self-adjusting track tensioning system with membrane accumulator
Components (6)Automatic hydraulic retarder valve to prevent over-speed on downhill travel
Gradeability - Travel Drives - Maximum57 %57 %
Maximum Tractive Force2097 kN471260 lb
Parking BrakeWet multiple disc brake, spring applied/hydraulically released
Support Rollers - Each Side2 plus a skid plate in between
Track Pads - Each Side42
Travel Drives - Each Side1 planetary transmission with 2 two-stage axial piston motors
Travel Speed - 1st Stage - Maximum1.5 km/h0.93 mile/h
Travel Speed - 2nd Stage - Maximum2.5 km/h1.55 mile/h
Capacity - Grease Container1000 l264 gal (US)
Type (1)Dual-circuit system with hydraulically driven heavy-duty pumps and electronic time relay control adjust the pause/lube times
Type (2)System failures displayed by Board Control System
Type (3)Grease filters (200 μm) between service station and container, as well as directly behind grease pump
Type (4)Connected to the lubrication system are: - pivot points of attachment, bucket and cylinders
Type (5)Connected to the lubrication system are: - raceways of the swing roller bearing - two greasing pinions for the internal gearing of the swing ring
6040 - Ground Pressure24.3 N/cm2 (35.3 psi)
6040 - NoteOther track pads available on request
6040 - Operating Weight407300 kg897930 lb
6040 - Standard Track Pads1200 mm3.9 ft
6040 FS - Ground Pressure24.1 N/cm2 (35.0 psi)
6040 FS - NoteOther track pads available on request
6040 FS - Operating Weight404600 kg891980 lb
6040 FS - Standard Track Pads1200 mm3.9 ft
Batteries in Series/Parallel Installation6 × 210 Ah - 12V each; 630 Ah - 24V in total
Components (1)13 LED service lights
Components (2)Battery isolation relays and switches
Components (3)Emergency stop switches accessible from ground level, in engine module and in operator's cab
Components (4)10 LED high-brightness working flood lights - 8 for working area - 2 for rear end
Components (5)2 LED high-brightness access flood lights
System Voltage24V
InstallationRetractable service station installed underneath the engine module and easily accessible from ground
All buckets (FS and BH) are equipped with a wear package consisting of: (2)- Wing shrouds on side walls - Heel shrouds at bottom edges
Type (8)Guards for shovel cylinders (FS)
Alternators2 × 150 A
AspirationTurbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
Bore145 mm5.71 in
Components (1)Additional high-capacity water separator
Components (2)Two-stage fuel filter including water separator
Components (3)Heavy-duty air filters
Components (4)Microprocessed engine management
Components (5)Hydraulically driven radiator fan with electronically controlled fan speed
Displacement32.1 l1959 in³
EmissionsU.S. EPA flex
Fuel Tank Capacity7800 l2060 gal (US)
Make/Model2 × Cat C32 (Tier 2)
Maximum Altitude - Without Deration - At 10° C Above Sea Level2500 m8200 ft
Number of Cylinders - Each Engine12
Stroke162 mm6.38 in
Total Rated Gross Power - SAE J19951516 kW 1,750 min-1 (2,032 hp 1,750 min-1)
Total Rated Net Power - ISO 3046/11516 kW 1,750 min-1 (2,032 hp 1,750 min-1)
Total Rated Net Power - SAE J13491516 kW 1,750 min-1 (2,032 hp 1,750 min-1)
All buckets (FS and BH) are equipped with a wear package consisting of: (1)- 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: (1)- Automatic roll-back limiter to prevent material spillage - Kinematic assistance to hydraulic forces
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (2)- Horizontal automatic constant-angle bucket guidance - Vertical automatic constant-angle bucket guidance
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (3)- Constant boom momentum throughout the whole lift arc - Crowd force assistance
Type (1)Inspection hole in monoboom BH
Type (2)Pressure-free lowering of boom (FS and BH) and stick (FS) by means of a float valve
Type (3)Special wear packages for highly abrasive materials on request
Type (4)Catwalks with rails at boom (FS and BH)
Type (5)Welding procedures allow for internal counter-welding (double prep weld) wherever possible
Type (6)Boom and sticks are stress-relieved after welding
Type (7)Boom and sticks are torsion-resistant, welded box design of high-tensile steel with massive steel casting at pivot areas
Engine Model2 × Cat® C32
Gross Power - SAE J19951516 kW2032 HP
Net Power - SAE J13491516 kW2032 HP
NoteElectric drive option available (1400 kW) on 6040 AC/6040 AC FS
Bucket Capacity - Backhoe (heaped 1:1)22 m³28.8 yd³
Bucket Capacity - Front Shovel (heaped 2:1)22 m³28.8 yd³
Bucket Payload40 t44 t
Operating Weight - Backhoe407 t449 t
Operating Weight - Front Shovel405 t446 t
Frequency50 Hz (60 Hz on request)
Output1400 kW1877 HP
Rated Current IN156 A (at 6.6 kV)
Revolutions1,500 min-1 (1,800 min-1 at 60 Hz)
Starting current350% of IN (197% of IN Optional)
Type (1)Power limit control by Pump Managing System
Type (2)Custom-made electric motor with increased gap between rotor and stator to withstand severe mining conditions
Type (3)Squirrel cage induction motor
Voltage6.6 kV ±10% (other on request)

Equipment

6040/6040 FS Optional Equipment

  • GENERAL
    • Custom paint
  • SUPERSTRUCTURE
    • Hydraulic service crane on superstructure with auxiliary engine
    • One or two round container(s) for standard 200 L (53 gal) barrels (instead of 1000 L (264 gal) grease container)
    • Filling of round container(s) via service station
    • Various cold-weather options
  • CAB
    • Dual (redundancy) heating ventilating and air conditioning system
    • Cab heating
    • Camera monitoring system
  • UNDERCARRIAGE
    • Track pad width 1400 mm (4 ft 7 in) or 1600 mm (5 ft 3 in)
    • Automatic lubrication of rollers by central lube system
    • Cover plate under carbody (belly plate)
    • Additional optional equipment available on request.

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