6040

Hydraulic Mining Shovels 6040

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Key Specs

Engine Output - SAE J1995
2079 hp
1550 kW
Bucket Payload
44 ton (US)
40 t
Operating Weight
453 ton (US)
411 t

Overview

The Productivity You Demand. The Durability You Expect.

The Cat® 6040 is proven and trusted on sites all over the world, with more than 200 currently in operation. It’s known for high performance and high reliability — and now, it’s getting even better. The next generation 6040 is packed with new features, upgrades and enhancements designed to make it more productive, more efficient, safer, easier to operate, simpler to maintain and more.

It’s powered by two updated Cat C32B engines, delivering even greater performance and reliability without sacrificing fuel efficiency. Its heavy-duty undercarriage provides long life in tough conditions, reducing costs and keeping your machine hard at work.

A brand-new, state-of-the-art cab gives operators better control of the machine while keeping them safe and comfortable all shift long. Our patented three-seat design makes training and observing new operators easier than ever. And new safety features help everyone working in, on or around the 6040 get home safely every day.

Benefits

Up to 15% more fuel efficient

with reduced fuel burn and Hydraulic Optimization 

State-of-the-Art Cab

with 40% increased visibility  

Streamlined Serviceability

thanks to improved pilot system layout and new single-line lube system 

Features At A Glance

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SAFETY

SAFETY

        
  • Safer access and egress with 45-degree, hydraulically operated access stairway that remains operational even when machine engines shut off. Emergency egress ladder located near the cab.
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  • More than 40% improved visibility with wide, safety-glass windows and high-brightness working and service lights. Vision 360 further increases operator awareness by integrating four cameras to reduce blind spots.
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  • Lockable starter and battery isolation switch cabinet allows for safe electrical and mechanical maintenance. 
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  • All service areas are accessible via wide, anti-slip walkways for improved technician safety.
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  • Ground-level service station reduces the need for service personnel to climb on the machine. 
OPERATOR CAB

OPERATOR CAB

        
  • Spacious, comfortable, quiet operator environment with superior insulation for reduced noise and better temperature control. 
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  • Cat Next Gen comfort seat, as well as full-size trainer seat and fold-away auxiliary seat. 
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  • New standard dual air conditioning system keeps operators cool and comfortable all shift long. 
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  • Ergonomic joystick controls remove hydraulic lines from the cab and offer improved controllability and safety. 
RELIABILITY & DURABILITY

RELIABILITY & DURABILITY

        
  • Robust major structures and heavy castings at pivot points stand up to heavy loads and harsh conditions. 
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  • Heavy-duty undercarriage offers longer service life with more durable components and frame.  
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  • Heavy-duty fixed-axle rollers and idlers last longer and eliminate grease consumption.  
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  • New fixed pin locations reduce the number of grease lines, increasing uptime and improving physical availability.
PRODUCTIVITY & PERFORMANCE

PRODUCTIVITY & PERFORMANCE

        
  • Two Cat C32B engines deliver reliable productivity and power. The machine can run with only one engine active to maintain production or move away from the face for repair. 
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  • Energy-efficient float valves incorporate gravity to help lower the boom, reducing energy use and improving cycle times. 
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  • Swing Speed Control improves controllability by braking when the joystick is released instead of requiring counter swing. It also contributes to future autonomy and energy recovery efforts. 
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  • Unique TriPower™ Face Shovel design delivers faster cycle times by generating superior mechanical leverage and control. 
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  • Up to 15% more fuel efficient thanks to Hydraulic Optimization, which cuts down on waste and extends component lives. 
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  • Closed-Loop Swing System captures kinetic energy during the swing motion and uses it during deceleration, improving cycle times and energy efficiency. 
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  • Independent Oil Cooling system protects and extends the life of hydraulic components while maintaining optimum oil temperature even during idle. 
BUCKETS & GET

BUCKETS & GET

        
  • Buckets and ground engaging tools (GET) designed to maximize durability and productivity and ideally matched to your shovel and application. 
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  • Integrated to work as part of a machine system — helping you achieve high productivity and a low cost per ton. 
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  • Variety of sizes and wear packages for the ideal match to your shovel and application. 
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  • Deliver optimal payload when combined with Cat GET and wear components. 
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  • Wear packages that protect your investment, including special liner material and lip shrouds, wing shrouds and heel shrouds. 
CONNECTIVITY & TECHNOLOGY

CONNECTIVITY & TECHNOLOGY

        
  • Greater connectivity with improved Product Link™ Elite system, which increases the availability of data provided by the 6040. 
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  • Vision 360 increases operator awareness for improved safety on site. 
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  • Operator Assist — Enhanced Motion Control improves operator confidence, performance and efficiency while lowering costs and increasing component life. 
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  • Cat Payload offers real-time tracking and feedback on bucket payload to help improve operator performance and reduce over- and under-loading. 
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  • Monitoring and Diagnostic System and Cat Electronics enhance diagnostic capabilities and provide detailed troubleshooting functions. 
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  • Cat MineStar™ solutions, including Fleet, Terrain, Detect and Health, available as a retrofit. 
Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for 6040

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Engine Output - SAE J1995 2079 hp 1550 kW
Bucket Payload 44 ton (US) 40 t
Operating Weight 453 ton (US) 411 t
Note Specifications above apply to the HRC Face Shovel configuration. Backhoe and Frontless configurations are also available for both HRC and LRC. Specifications above apply to the HRC Face Shovel configuration. Backhoe and Frontless configurations are also available for both HRC and LRC.
Engine Model 2 x Cat C32B 2 x Cat C32B
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 2079 hp 1554 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 1921 hp 1432 kW
Note Power output relates to highly regulated engines. Lesser regulated engines are also available. Power output relates to highly regulated engines. Lesser regulated engines are also available.
Number of Cylinders - Each Engine 12 12
Bore 5.71 in 145 mm
Stroke 6.38 in 162 mm
Displacement 1959 in³ 32.1 l
Aspiration Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
Components (1) High-capacity water separator High-capacity water separator
Components (2) Two-stage fuel filter with series filtration Two-stage fuel filter with series filtration
Components (3) Cat Type 4 air filters Cat Type 4 air filters
Components (4) Microprocessed engine management Microprocessed engine management
Fuel Tank Capacity 2060 gal (US) 7800 l
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards
System Voltage 24V 24V
Batteries in Series/Parallel Installation 6 x 210 Ah - 12 V each; 630 Ah - 24 V in total 6 x 210 Ah - 12 V each; 630 Ah - 24 V in total
Components (1) 6 maintenance-free batteries 6 maintenance-free batteries
Components (2) Lockable battery and starter isolation switches Lockable battery and starter isolation switches
Components (4) 18 LED high-brightness working flood lights 18 LED high-brightness working flood lights
Components (5) 11 LED service lights 11 LED service lights
6040 FS - Standard Track Pads 3.9 ft 1200 mm
6040 FS - Operating Weight 905,769 lb 410850 kg
6040 FS - Ground Pressure 24.5 N/cm2 (35.5 psi) 24.5 N/cm2 (35.5 psi)
6040 - Standard Track Pads 3.9 ft 1200 mm
6040 - Operating Weight 905,614 lb 410780 kg
6040 - Ground Pressure 24.5 N/cm2 (35.5 psi) 24.5 N/cm2 (35.5 psi)
Note 1600 mm track pads available as option 1600 mm track pads available as option
6040 FS - Note Other track pads available on request Other track pads available on request
Hydraulic Tank Capacity - Diesel Version - Approximately 958 gal (US) 3626 l
Total Volume of Hydraulic Oil - Diesel Version - Approximately 1532 gal (US) 5800 l
Main Pumps - Diesel Version 4 x Variable Displacement Piston Pumps 4 x Variable Displacement Piston Pumps
Main Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version 4 x 745 L/min (4 x 197 gal/min) 4 x 745 L/min (4 x 197 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Attachment 4,351 psi 300 bar
Maximum Pressure - Travel 5,076 psi 350 bar
Swing Pumps - Diesel Version 2 x Reversible Variable Displacement Piston Double Pumps 2 x Reversible Variable Displacement Piston Double Pumps
Swing Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version 2 x 661 L/min (2 x 175 gal/min) 2 x 661 L/min (2 x 175 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Swing Pumps 5080 psi 350 bar
Diameter - Fan 60 in 1524 mm
Oil Flow of Cooling Pumps - Diesel Version 2 x 798 L/min (2 x 210 gal/min) 2 x 798 L/min (2 x 210 gal/min)
Features (1) Cooling system fully independent of all main circuits, i.e. controlled cooling capacity is available whenever engine is running 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 Fan speed is thermostatically controlled
Diameter - Fan 2 × 1524 mm (2 × 60 in) 2 × 1524 mm (2 × 60 in)
Swing Drive 3 compact planetary transmissions with axial piston motors 3 compact planetary transmissions with axial piston motors
Parking Brake Wet multiple disc brake, spring-loaded/hydraulically released Wet multiple disc brake, spring-loaded/hydraulically released
Maximum Swing Speed - Diesel Version 4.8 r/min 4.8 r/min
Swing Ring Triple-race roller bearing with sealed internal gearing Triple-race roller bearing with sealed internal gearing
Features (1) Dirt wiper Dirt wiper
Features (2) Closed-loop with speed control Closed-loop with speed control
Travel Speed - 1st Stage - Maximum 0.87 mile/h 1.4 km/h
Travel Speed - 2nd Stage - Maximum 1.43 mile/h 2.3 km/h
Maximum Tractive Force 397,237 lb 1767 kN
Gradeability - Travel Drives - Maximum 35.9 % 35.9 %
Track Pads - Each Side 42 42
Bottom Rollers - Each Side 7 7
Support Rollers - Each Side 2 plus a skid plate in between 2 plus a skid plate in between
Travel Drives - Each Side 1 planetary transmission with 2 two-stage axial piston motors 1 planetary transmission with 2 two-stage axial piston motors
Parking Brake Wet multiple disc brake, spring applied/hydraulically released Wet multiple disc brake, spring applied/hydraulically released
Components (1) All running surfaces of sprockets, idlers, rollers and track links are hardened All running surfaces of sprockets, idlers, rollers and track links are hardened
Components (5) Fully hydraulic self-adjusting track tensioning system with piston accumulator Fully hydraulic self-adjusting track tensioning system with piston accumulator
Components (6) Automatic hydraulic retarder valve Automatic hydraulic retarder valve
Operator's Eye Level - Approximately 23.16 ft 7 m
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Length 7.25 ft 2209.8 mm
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Width 5.41 ft 1648.9 mm
Internal Dimensions of Cab - Height 6.75 ft 2057.4 mm
Components (1) Safety switch for automatic motion shutdown Safety switch for automatic motion shutdown
Components (2) Pneumatically cushioned and multiadjustable comfort seat with heating and cooling, lumbar support, two-point safety belt, head and arm rests and afety switch for automatic motion shutdown Pneumatically cushioned and multiadjustable comfort seat with heating and cooling, lumbar support, two-point safety belt, head and arm rests and afety switch for automatic motion shutdown
Components (3) Roller blinds Roller blinds
Components (4) Parallel intermittent wiper/washer Parallel intermittent wiper/washer
Components (5) All-around safety glass All-around safety glass
Components (6) Operator Protective Guard (Top Guard) Operator Protective Guard (Top Guard)
Components (7) Dual hydraulically driven HVAC system Dual hydraulically driven HVAC system
Components (8) Independently adjustable seat consoles with integrated joysticks Independently adjustable seat consoles with integrated joysticks
Components (9) Additional fold-away auxiliary seat with two-point safety belt Additional fold-away auxiliary seat with two-point safety belt
Components (10) External sun shields at side and rear windows External sun shields at side and rear windows
Components (11) Emergency egress ladder Emergency egress ladder
Components (12) Powered 45 access stairway with EH controls and audible alarm plus visual beacon for enhanced safety Powered 45 access stairway with EH controls and audible alarm plus visual beacon for enhanced safety
Capacity - Grease Container 190 gal (US) 720 l
Type (1) Dual-circuit system with hydraulically driven heavy-duty pumps and electronic time relay control adjust the pause/lube times Dual-circuit system with hydraulically driven heavy-duty pumps and electronic time relay control adjust the pause/lube times
Type (3) Grease filters (200 µm) Grease filters (200 µm)
Type (4) Connected to the lubrication system are: - pivot points of attachment, bucket and cylinders 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 Connected to the lubrication system are: - raceways of the swing roller bearing - two greasing pinions for the internal gearing of the swing ring
All buckets (FS and BH) are equipped with a wear package consisting of: (2) - Wing shrouds on side walls - Heel shrouds at bottom edges - Wing shrouds on side walls - Heel shrouds at bottom edges
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (1) Automatic roll-back limiter to prevent material spillage Automatic roll-back limiter to prevent material spillage
Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (2) Horizontal automatic constant-angle bucket guidance Horizontal 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 - Constant boom momentum throughout the whole lift arc - Crowd force assistance
Type (2) Pressure-free lowering of boom (FS and BH) and stick (FS) by means of a float valve Pressure-free lowering of boom (FS and BH) and stick (FS) by means of a float valve
Type (3) Wear Package (as per bucket selection) Wear Package (as per bucket selection)
Type (4) Catwalks with rails at boom (FS and BH) Catwalks with rails at boom (FS and BH)
Type (6) Boom and stick thermally stress relieved after welding Boom and stick thermally stress relieved after welding
Type (8) Guards for shovel cylinders (FS) Guards for shovel cylinders (FS)
Bucket Capacity - Backhoe (heaped 1:1) 28.8 yd³ 22 m³
Bucket Capacity - Face Shovel (heaped 2:1) 28.8 yd³ 22 m³
Installation Retractable service station installed underneath the engine module and easily accessible from ground Retractable service station installed underneath the engine module and easily accessible from ground

6040 Standard Equipment

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Cat Powertrain

  • 2 x Cat C32B engines
  • Aftertreatment System (used in Tier 4 Final/Stage V only): -Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) -Nox Reduction System (NRS) - Non-Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) solution
  • Air-to-Air After Cooling (ATAAC)
  • Turbocharger
  • Hydraulically driven radiator fan
  • Electronically controlled fan speed
  • Micro processed engine management
  • Cat Type 4 air filters
  • Two-stage fuel filter with series filtration
  • High-capacity water seperator
  • Starting aid -- automatic ether
  • Exhaust manifold and turbo heat shields
  • Dual 24 V electric starters per engine
  • Automatic engine idle shut down
  • Automatic fuel priming

Hydraulics

  • Hydraulic Optimization
  • Operator Assist: Enhanced Motion Control
  • Cat Hydraulic Hose assemblies
  • Cat Pump managing system with: -Electronic load limit control -Flow on demand -Automatic zero flow regulation -Automatic engine rpm reduction -Reduced oil flow at high hydraulic oil or engine temperature
  • Pressure cut-off for main pumps
  • Cooling of pump transmission gear oil
  • Closed loop swing circuit
  • Cat quick disconnect pressure testing points
  • Full-flow high-pressure filters (100 μm), main pumps
  • Full-flow filters (10 μm), return circuit
  • Full-flow filters (10 μm), cooling return circuit
  • Pressure filters (6 μm), servo circuit
  • Pressure filters (40 μm), closed swing circuit
  • Transmission oil filters (40 μm)
  • Boom float valve (FS and BH)
  • Stick float valve (FS)

Electrical System

  • 6 Maintenance-free batteries
  • Lockable battery isolator switch
  • Lockable starter isolator switch
  • 18 LED high-brightness working flood lights
  • 11 LED service lights
  • 2 acoustic travel alarms -forward and reverse (power module, oil cooler module)
  • 1 air horn (cab riser walkway)

Undercarriage

  • HD tracks with cast double-grouser track pads
  • 1200 mm (3 ft 11 in) wide track pads
  • HD fixed axle carrier and load rollers
  • HD fixed axle idlers
  • Automatic hydraulic retarder valve
  • Hinged travel motor covers
  • Hardened running surfaces of sprockets, idlers, rollers, pad links, teeth contact areas
  • Fully hydraulic self-adjusting track tensioning system with piston accumulators

Automatic Lubrication System

  • Rectangular grease container, 720 L (190 gal) capacity (fill via service station)
  • Lubricated pinion in swing ring
  • Grease filters (200 μm)

Operator Environment

  • Dual hydraulically driven HVAC system
  • In-floor window with removable grate
  • Pneumatically cushioned and multiadjustable comfort seat with: -Heating and cooling -Lumbar support -Two-point safety belt -Head and arm rests -Safety switch for automatic motion shutdown
  • Independently adjustable seat consoles with integrated joysticks
  • Electronic-Hydraulic Servo Control
  • Elevated full-size trainer seat with 2-point safety belt and laptop desk
  • Additional fold-away auxiliary seat with 2-point safety belt
  • Three cup holders
  • FM/AM radio with USB and AUX input
  • Parallel intermittent wiper/washer
  • Roller blinds
  • Monitoring system with 254 mm (10 in) color touchscreen
  • 45° stairway from engine bay to operator cab
  • Powered 45° access stairway with EH controls and audible alarm plus visual beacon for enhanced safety
  • Heated mirror on Left Hand (LH) side
  • Cat Vision 360 with 254 mm (10 in) HD color technology display
  • Level indicators for length and crosswise inclination
  • Document Storage

Front Attachment

  • Internal service access in FS and BH boom
  • Boom and stick thermally stress relieved after welding
  • Catwalks with rails at boom (FS and BH)
  • Wear Package (as per bucket selection)

Cat Technology

  • Cat MineStar™ Solutions Ready
  • Cat Payload
  • Cat Vision 360
  • Operator Assist: Enhanced Motion Control

Service and Maintenance

  • Engine oil exchange interval -- 500 hours
  • Hydraulic oil change interval -10,000 hours
  • S·O·SSM Ports
  • Retractable ground level service station with quick couplings for: -Diesel fuel -Engine coolant -left/right engines -Pump transmission gear oil -left/right engines -Engine oil -left/right engines -Engine oil extension tanks -Hydraulic oil -Grease -Swing transmission gear oil
  • Cat battery charging connector
  • Indicator lights
  • Cat Electronic Technician service port
  • Dirt wiper at swivel

Safety and Security

  • Emergency stop switches: 2 in cab, 3 in engine module, 1 at ground level service station, 1 pull rope accessible from ground level
  • Operator Protective Guard (Top Guard)
  • All-round safety glass
  • Emergency egress ladder

Miscellaneous

  • ISO or ANSI decals

6040 Optional Equipment

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General

  • Engine oil interval extension kit, up to 1,000 hrs

Superstructure

  • Round container(s) for standard 200 L (53 gal) barrels (instead of 710 L (188 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 (two cameras and additional color display)

Undercarriage

  • 1600 mm (5 ft 3 in) wide track pads
  • Automatic lubrication of rollers by central lube system
  • Undercarriage guard (belly plate)
  • Additional optional equipment available on request.

Miscellaneous

  • Eurasian Conformity (EAC) Certification - T4 only

Front Attachment

  • TriPower Face Shovel kinematics: - Horizontal automatic constant-angle bucket guidance –Vertical automatic constant-angle bucket guidance –Automatic roll-back limiter to prevent material spillage –Kinematic assistance to hydraulic forces –Constant boom momentum throughout whole lift arc –Crowd force assistance –Guards for shovel cylinders at FS stick
  • Frontless base machine (no boom, no stick, no linkage or kinematics)
  • Backhoe attachment

Cat Technology

  • Cat Product Link Elite Dual Mode (Cellular + Satellite)
  • Cat Product Link™ Elite (Cellular)

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