Hitachi Construction Machinery has announced the release of the EX5600-7P ultra-large hydraulic excavator backhoe specification model
Hitachi Construction Machinery has announced the global release of the 558-tonne EX5600-7P ultra-large hydraulic excavator backhoe specification model, which, compared to the current EX5600-7 model, increases production capacity by 12 per cent and improves the durability of the boom, arm and upper body frame.
To increase its competitive advantage in the Australian market, Hitachi Construction Machinery decided to release a new product with enhanced production capacity and durability compared to the current model.
The EX5600-7P ultra-large hydraulic excavator expands the bucket capacity from 34 cubic metres to 37.5 cubic metres.
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The operating speed of the vehicle was also improved by increasing the power of the engine and hydraulic pump. The EX5600-7P comes with a 1,193kW QSKTA50-CE engine and has a maximum digging force of 1,480kN.
In addition, the fuel efficiency (production capacity per litre of diesel fuel) was increased by roughly 10 per cent compared to the current model.
The scope of application of steel castings was expanded in the boom, and the arm and upper body frame incorporate improved structures and welding methods to enhance durability. These changes will reduce the frequency of overhauls. In addition, access holes (patent pending) that can be opened and closed with bolts were installed in the boom to make it easier to inspect the inside of the boom.
The EX5600-7P is compatible with LANDCROS Connect Insight, a solution that retrieves and analyses operational data of mining machinery in near-real time to provide consulting services aimed at maximising the performance of customer equipment.