A first of its kind for the mining industry, the Cat® MEC500 Mobile Equipment Charger is a standalone fast charging system designed to charge quickly and safely wherever it’s needed. It can be towed, dragged or fork-lifted — eliminating the need for regular battery handling and swapping. And it can fully charge the Cat R1700 XE LHD in less than 30 minutes, or in 20 minutes when used in tandem.