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The Liebherr 9800 Mining Excavator Is A True Colossus Of Engineering. Weighing 800 Tons, This Impressive Machine Is Not Only The Largest Hydraulic Excavator By Liebherr, But One Of The Largest In The World.
The journey of the Liebherr 9800 mining excavator begins in the picturesque town of Colmar, France. In 2022, a team visited the Liebherr factory and followed the manufacturing process of this incredible machine. At the beginning of the process, the 9800 doesn’t even have a complete chassis, much less the boom and arm, but it already impresses with its size.
In the heart of the factory, the 9800 is seen without some of its essential parts, but already demonstrating its magnitude. It’s a surreal setting, with the first units of the 9600 and 9800 mining excavators ready to come to life.
Cutting-Edge Technology In The Liebherr 9800 Mining Excavator
The Liebherr 9800 is equipped with two Cummins Tier 2 V16 engines, each producing 2,000 horsepower. Its diesel tank holds 19,250 liters, ensuring that operations do not stop. Speed is not its strong suit, with a maximum of 1.8 km/h, but it stands out in brute force. The bucket, built by Liebherr Australia, moves 48 cubic meters of soil per cycle, about 80 to 90 tons of material.
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First Operation In Australia
In 2023, at the Carmichael mine in Queensland, the Liebherr 9800 mining excavator was seen in action for the first time. It’s a spectacle to see this monstrous machine in operation, moving tons of soil non-stop, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The flexibility of the diesel engines allows the 9800 to operate in remote locations without relying on electrical power sources.
Efficiency And Flexibility
The Liebherr 9800 mining excavator is not just large; it is efficient. With its excavator and face shovel configurations, it can dig in different types of soil, making it essential for mining in varied terrains. However, most of the 9800s in operation are in Australia, reflecting its performance and adaptability.
The Liebherr 9800 mining excavator represents the pinnacle of engineering and efficiency in mining. Its presence in Australian mines is a testament to its capability and the confidence that large mining companies place in it. With only 60 to 70 units built, each of these machines is a rare gem and essential for large-scale mineral extraction.
Essa 9800 poderá ser controlada remotamente sem ter operador dentro dela ?
Como obter essa máquina e ,qual é o valor