AD45 Underground Articulated Truck

The new AD45 underground articulated truck is powered by Cat C18® engine with scalable emission solutions. The truck delivers proven operating efficiency with improvements of serviceability. The AD45 is a powerful new tool for underground mining.

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Engine Model Cat® C18
Engine Gross Power - ISO 14396 599 HP
Bore 5.7 in
Stroke 7.2 in
Displacement 1104.53 in³
Note (2) All rating conditions are based on ISO/TR14396:2002, inlet air standard conditions with a total barometric pressure of 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg), with a vapor pressure of 1 kPa (0.295 in Hg), and 25° C (77° F). Performance measured using fuel to EPA specifications in 40 CFR Part 1065 and EU specifications in Directive 97/68/EC with a density of 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15° C (7.05-7.09 lb/gal @ 59° F) and fuel inlet temperature 40° C (104° F).
Note (5) Optional engine with emissions equivalent to Tier 3 and Stage IIIA is also available.
Note (4) Optional Ventilation Reduction Package available.
Note (3) Minimal engine derating* required up to 3048 m (10,000 ft) @ rated speed for Stage V engines, 2700 m (8,858 ft) for Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent engines and 3505 m (11,500 ft) for Tier 2/Stage II equivalent VR engines.
Note (1) Power ratings apply at a rated speed of 2,000 rpm when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard.
Emissions - EU Stage V Engine - Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 573 HP
Emissions - EU Stage V Engine - Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 599 HP
Emissions - Ventilation Reduction (VR) Engine - Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 563 HP
Emissions - U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Equivalent Engine - Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 589 HP
Emissions - U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Equivalent Engine - Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 563 HP
Emissions - Ventilation Reduction (VR) Engine - Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 589 HP
Note (6) Optional engine available that meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Note (7) *<5 %
Nominal Payload Capacity 99208 lb
Gross Machine Mass 196765 lb
Body Capacities 18.0-25.1 m³ (23.5-32.8 yd³)
Shipping Mass (Stage V Engine Model) 96225 lb
Shipping Mass (Other Engine Models) 94415 lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload 190495 lb
Operating Mass - Rear Axle 26720 lb
Operating Mass 91285 lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload - Rear Axle 101260 lb
Operating Mass - Front Axle 64565 lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload - Front Axle 89235 lb
Operating Mass - Rear Axle 27095 lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload - Front Axle 85355 lb
Operating Mass - Front Axle 61225 lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload 187530 lb
Operating Mass 88320 lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload - Rear Axle 102175 lb
Empty - Front Axle 70.7%
Loaded - Rear Axle 53.2%
Empty - Rear Axle 29.3%
Loaded - Front Axle 46.8%
Loaded - Rear Axle 54.5%
Empty - Rear Axle 30.7%
Empty - Front Axle 69.3%
Loaded - Front Axle 45.5%
Forward - 1 4.4 mile/h
Forward - 2 5.9 mile/h
Forward - 3 8 mile/h
Forward - 4 10.8 mile/h
Forward - 5 14.6 mile/h
Forward - 6 19.7 mile/h
Forward - 7 26.4 mile/h
Reverse - 1 4.2 mile/h
Reverse - 2 5.6 mile/h
Note Maximum travel speeds with standard 29.5 × R29 tires.
Differential Ratio 3.46:1
Final Drive Ratio 5.65:1
Total Reduction Ratio 19.55:1
Lower 21 Seconds
Total Cycle Time 36 Seconds
Raise 15 Seconds
Total Cycle Time 35 Seconds
Raise 14 Seconds
Lower 21 Seconds
Ejector Body 29.9 yd³
Note Heaped SAE 2:1.
Dump Body - 2 - Standard 27.9 yd³
Dump Body - 1 23.6 yd³
Dump Body - 3 32.8 yd³
Articulation Angle 42.5°
Frame Oscillation 10°
Outside Clearance Radius* 371 in
Inside Clearance Radius* 209 in
Note *Clearance dimensions are for reference only.
Engine Crankcase - With Filter 16.9 gal (US)
Transmission 15.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank 70.3 gal (US)
Cooling System 22.5 gal (US)
Front Differential and Final Drives 20.3 gal (US)
Rear Differential and Final Drives 21.9 gal (US)
Fuel Tank 201.8 gal (US)
Tire Size 29.5 × R29
Standards ROPS/FOPS Certified Cab
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, 24V
  • Engine shutdown switch, ground level
    – Front left hand side
  • Lighting
    – Headlights with dimmer switch, LED
    – Brake and tail lights
    – Rear work light (cab mounted), LED
    – Reversing lights, LED
  • 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
    – Body up position warning
    – High beam
    – Residual brake pressure warning
    – Retarder application
    – Turn signal
  • Low hydraulic level warning
  • Open operator station ROPS/FOPS structure
  • Operator presence system (auto park brake)
  • Rearview mirrors
  • Suspension seat Cat Comfort TLV2 with retractable seat belt
  • Trainer/passenger seat and seat belt
  • Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
  • Turn signal indicators
POWER TRAIN
  • Cat C18 ATAAC diesel engine, 6-cylinder
  • Automatic brake retarder control
  • Auto shift transmission 7 speed forward/2 speed reverse
  • Control throttle shifting
  • Engine air intake precleaner
  • Electric fuel priming pump
  • Exhaust, turbo compartment shielding
  • Four wheel drive
  • Long life coolant
  • Programmable ground speed limiting
  • Programmable gear block out with tray up
  • Radiator cap manual release
  • Radiator, cross flow
  • SAFR™ full hydraulic enclosed wet, multiple-disc brakes, oil cooled
  • Torque converter, standard with automatic lockup
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
  • Body, dump, (21.3 m³, 27.9 yd³)
  • Catalytic exhaust purifier/muffler group
  • Centralized lubrication points
  • Decals, international picto graphics
  • Dual fuel tanks
  • Engine and transmission belly guards
  • Fenders, front, rear flaps
  • Fire wall
  • Fuel system manual shut off tap
  • Front axle suspension
  • Frame lifting lugs
  • Front and rear tow pin
  • Front rubber bumpers
  • Gauges, brake pressure
  • Hand hold (access on/off top deck)
  • Hitch, articulated and oscillated
  • Operation and Maintenance Manual – English and other applicable local languages to select
  • 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
  • Battery shutdown
    – Ground level isolation, in cab isolation switch
    – Ground level isolation, engine shutdown switch
    – Ground level isolation, in cab isolation, engine shutdown switch
  • Body dump
    – Body (18.0 m³, 23.5 yd³)
    – Body (25.1 m³, 32.8 yd³)
  • Body ejector
    – Ejector (22.9 m³, 30.0 yd³)
  • Body liners, impact and/or wear
    – 10 mm (0.4"), body, dump (18.0 m³, 23.5 yd³)
    – 10 mm (0.4"), body, dump (21.3 m³, 27.9 yd³)
    – 10 mm (0.4"), body, dump (25.1 m³, 32.8 yd³)
    – 10 mm (0.4"), body, ejector (22.9 m³, 30.0 yd³)
  • Body wear plate, external
    – 16 mm (0.62"), body, dump (18.0 m³, 23.5 yd³)
    – 16 mm (0.62"), body, dump (21.3 m³, 27.9 yd³)
    – 16 mm (0.62"), body, dump (25.1 m³, 32.8 yd³)
  • Camera
    – Color rear facing
    – Color loading
  • Cover, anti vandalism for shipping
  • Engine options
    – Engine, Stage V
    – 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 (dual tanks)
    – Hydraulic oil
    – Transmission oil
  • Fire suppression system
    – Ansul, wet
  • Fluids
    – Arctic fuel
    – Arctic coolant
  • Handrail Extension
  • Lubrication system
    – Automatic, dump or ejector body
    – Centralized, ejector body
  • Mine transfer
    – Mine transfer ready front frame (tack welded)
    – Mine transfer ready dump body (tack welded)
    – Mine transfer ready ejector body (tack welded)
  • Operators station ROPS/FOPS enclosed
    – Air conditioning
    – Cab pressurizer and filter
    – Dome light
    – Heater
    – Radio ready compartment for radio and speakers
    – Sun visor
    – Window, sliding cab door
  • Park brake switch engagement
    – Push to apply
    – Pull to apply
  • Payload
    – Truck Payload Measurement System (TPMS)
    – Remote display for TPMS
  • Reflective tape
  • Rims
    – Rim identification numbering
    – Spare, tubeless
  • Seat
    – Suspension seat Cat Comfort TLV2, vinyl
    – Suspension seat tee, mechanical
  • Seat cover
    – Tee and Cat Comfort TLV2
    – Seat cover, companion
  • Secondary steering system
  • Service tools
    – Collet jacking bolts, dump or ejector
    – Diagnostics box
    – Hoist cylinder supports (for body removal)
    – Brake wear gauge
    – Reference parts manual for additional tooling available
  • Switches
    – Engine shutdown, fire suppression activation
    – Idle timer
    – Engine shutdown, fire suppression activation/idle timer
  • Technology
    – Product Link Elite (PLE) system
  • Tire arrangements
    – Tire, 29.5 × R29 VSNT Bridgestone
    – Tire, 29.5 × R29 VSDL Bridgestone
  • Torque converter, high altitude, 3000 m (9,842 ft) and up
  • NOTE: Not all features are available in all regions. See your Cat dealer for more information.