| Make | Hitachi |
|---|---|
| Model | EX5600 |
| Weight | 560t |
The Hitachi EX5600 is an ultra-class excavator – a real beast of a machine designed specifically for pumping out the big loads in really big open-cut mines. Built to keep those huge trucks in the ultra-class range topped up, it’s got all the specs to make it a top performer : it can haul an exceptionally large bucket, deliver a serious amount of digging power, and get the job done fast.
Fitted with high-power diesel engines, paired with Hitachi’s advanced hydraulic system, it can move dirt with the best of them – all while keeping the ride nice and smooth. The boom and arm are built to last, the swing system’s heavy-duty, and the undercarriage is built tough to withstand the wear and tear of working in those nasty environments – the kind of places you’d find in iron ore, coal, or hard rock mines.
The cabs on these things are designed for long shifts – they’re big and airy with plenty of visibility over the loading face, set up for easy operation with a comfortable working environment. Plus there are all sorts of advanced monitoring systems to keep an eye on things and make maintenance a whole lot easier.
The Hitachi EX5600 Extra Large Excavator was built for one thing – to get the job done with the absolute minimum fuss. Its the kind of machine that’s at the heart of those big mining fleets where payload efficiency is king and every dollar saved per ton is a big deal.
