Increased Productivity

5% bigger payload and 10% increased engine torque rise compared to AD60

Mining Responsibly

Thanks to the EU Stage V compliant engine, non-DEF aftertreatment, filter options and ability to run biofuels as a blend

Technology-Enhanced

Truck Payload Measurement System, Product Link™ Elite, and factory-ready for Cat MineStar™ Solutions

AD63

Underground Mining Trucks AD63

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Key Specs

Engine Model
Cat® C27
Cat® C27
Engine Power - EU Stage V Engine - ISO 14396:2002
795 hp
593 kW
Nominal Payload Capacity
138891 lb
63000 kg

Overview

More Payload. More Power. More Profitability.

The Cat® AD63 Underground Truck is designed for high production, lower costs and increased efficiency. It’s built tough to stand up to the harsh conditions of your site, and features a number of improvements over its predecessor, including a 5% greater payload and more torque. The world-class cab keeps operators safe and comfortable all shift long, and new enhancements help ensure the safety of everyone working in, on or around the machine. It’s powered by a Cat C27 engine that meets EU Stage V Emissions Standards for cleaner performance, as well as reduced ventilation costs. And its rugged construction and simplified maintenance make for longer life and lower operating costs, so you can get the most out of your investment.

Benefits

Increased Productivity

5% bigger payload and 10% increased engine torque rise compared to AD60

Mining Responsibly

Thanks to the EU Stage V compliant engine, non-DEF aftertreatment, filter options and ability to run biofuels as a blend

Technology-Enhanced

Truck Payload Measurement System, Product Link™ Elite, and factory-ready for Cat MineStar™ Solutions

Features At A Glance

Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for AD63

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Engine Model Cat® C27 Cat® C27
Engine Power - EU Stage V Engine - ISO 14396:2002 795 hp 593 kW
Bore 5.4 in 137.2 mm
Stroke 6 in 152.4 mm
Displacement 1650 in² 27 l
Note (1) Meets EU Stage V emission standards and U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final. Meets EU Stage V emission standards and U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final.
Note (2) Power ratings apply at a rated speed of 1,800 rpm when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard. Power ratings apply at a rated speed of 1,800 rpm when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard.
Note (3) All rating conditions are based on ISO/TR14396, inlet air standard conditions with a total barometric pressure of 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg), with a vapor pressure of 1 kPa (0.295 in Hg), and 25° C (77° F). Performance measured using fuel to EPA specifications in 40 CFR Part 1065 and EU specifications in Directive 97/68/EC with a density of 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15° C (59° F) and fuel inlet temperature 40° C (104° F). All rating conditions are based on ISO/TR14396, inlet air standard conditions with a total barometric pressure of 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg), with a vapor pressure of 1 kPa (0.295 in Hg), and 25° C (77° F). Performance measured using fuel to EPA specifications in 40 CFR Part 1065 and EU specifications in Directive 97/68/EC with a density of 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15° C (59° F) and fuel inlet temperature 40° C (104° F).
Nominal Payload Capacity 138891 lb 63000 kg
Gross Machine Operating Mass 262218 lb 118940 kg
Body Capacities 26.9-38.3 m³ (35.2-50.1 yd³) 26.9-38.3 m³ (35.2-50.1 yd³)
Empty 115577 lb 52425 kg
Empty - Front Axle 81716 lb 37066 kg
Empty - Rear Axle 33861 lb 15359 kg
Loaded 254468 lb 115425 kg
Loaded - Front Axle 126669 lb 57456 kg
Loaded - Rear Axle 127800 lb 57969 kg
Empty - Front Axle 70.7% 70.7%
Empty - Rear Axle 29.3% 29.3%
Loaded - Front Axle 49.8% 49.8%
Loaded - Rear Axle 50.2% 50.2%
Forward - 1 4.1 mile/h 6.5 km/h
Forward - 2 5.7 mile/h 9.2 km/h
Forward - 3 7.7 mile/h 12.4 km/h
Forward - 4 10.3 mile/h 16.6 km/h
Forward - 5 14 mile/h 22.5 km/h
Forward - 6 18.9 mile/h 30.3 km/h
Forward - 7 25.5 mile/h 41 km/h
Reverse - 1 5.3 mile/h 8.6 km/h
Note Maximum travel speeds with standard 35 × 65 R33 tires. Maximum travel speeds with standard 35 × 65 R33 tires.
Differential Ratio 3.46:1 3.46:1
Final Drive Ratio 5.5:1 5.5:1
Total Reduction Ratio 19.04:1 19.04:1
Raise 13 s 13 s
Lower 24 s 24 s
Total Cycle Time 37 s 37 s
Dump Body - 1 - Standard 35.2 yd³ 26.9 m³
Dump Body - 2 42.6 yd³ 32.6 m³
Dump Body - 3 44.2 yd³ 33.8 m³
Dump Body - 4 47.9 yd³ 36.6 m³
Dump Body - 5 (Light Material) 50.1 yd³ 38.3 m³
Note Heaped SAE 2:1. Heaped SAE 2:1.
Outside Clearance Radius 393.9 in 10005 mm
Inside Turn Radius 218.1 in 5540 mm
Frame Oscillation 10° 10°
Articulation Angle 42.5 ° 42.5 °
Engine Crankcase - With Filter 25 gal (US) 95 l
Transmission 14 gal (US) 53 l
Hydraulic Tank 100.6 gal (US) 381 l
Cooling System 39.6 gal (US) 150 l
Front Differential and Final Drives 36.5 gal (US) 138 l
Rear Differential and Final Drives 36.5 gal (US) 138 l
Fuel Tank 237.7 gal (US) 900 l
Tire Size 35 × 65 R33 35 × 65 R33
Standards ROPS/FOPS Certified Cab ROPS/FOPS Certified Cab

AD63 Standard Equipment

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POWERTRAIN

  • Brake retarder control, automatic
  • Brakes:
    – All wheel disc
    – Oil cooled
    – Parking brakes, four wheels
  • Control throttle shifting
  • Engine:
    – Cat C27 12 cylinder diesel engine
    – EU Stage V
    – Air-to-air aftercooler (ATAAC)
    – Fuel priming aid
  • Transmission, automatic planetary power shift (7F/1R)
    – Gear blockout with tray up, programmable
    – Ground speed limiting, programmable
    – Torque converter with automatic lockup
  • Four wheel drive
  • Remote transmission cooler

ELECTRICAL

  • Alarm, reversing
  • Alternator, 225 amp
  • Disconnect switch, 2 post, ground level
    – Electric starting, 24V
  • Lights, LED:
    – Headlights with dimmer switch
    – Light, brake and tail
    – Lights, reversing, automatic when reverse gear selected
  • Work light, rear, cab mounted
    – Receptacle GP, auxiliary start
    – Shutdown switch, ground level
    – Product Link Elite
    – Machine health information

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Cab, enclosed:
    – ROPS/FOPS certified
    – Tilt (cab is able to tilt 43° for maintenance access)
    – HVAC, dual system
  • Caterpillar Electronic Monitoring System (CEMS), (dash instrument panels)
  • Operator Presence System
  • Automatic Brake Application (ABA)
  • Brake Gauges, Front and Rear
  • Idle timer (programmable)
  • Light, residual brake pressure
  • Low hydraulic oil level alarm
  • Low park brake pressure indicator
  • Mirrors, rear view
  • Radio ready
  • Seat, trainer/passenger with seat belt
  • Steering wheel, tilt/telescopic
  • Turn signal indicators
  • Windshield wiper and washer
  • TLV2 Cat Comfort Air Seat

TIRES, RIMS, AND WHEELS

  • Tires must be selected from the mandatory attachments section
  • Rims (set of 4):
    – Five piece
    – Tubeless

OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT

  • Adapters, oil sample
  • Indicator light, tray up
  • Axle suspension, front
  • Belly guards
  • Bumpers, front, rubber
  • Cap, radiator, manual release
  • Catalytic exhaust purifier/muffler
  • Covers, exhaust
  • Handholds
  • Handrails, fold down
  • Dump body
  • Firewall
  • Hitch, articulated and oscillated
  • Hydraulic Burst Protection
  • Lifting lugs, frame
  • Secondary steering
  • Tow pin, front and rear
  • Tire Arrangement:
    – Tire, 35/65 R33 VSNT Bridgestone
  • Ventilated covers

AD63 Optional Equipment

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

  • Battery Shutdown
    – Ground Level Isolation, In Cab Isolation Switch
    – Ground Level Isolation, Engine Shutdown Switch
    – Ground Level Isolation, In Cab Isolation, Engine Shutdown Switch
  • Body Dump
    – Body, (32.6 m³/42.6 yd³)
    – Body, (33.8 m³/44.2 yd³)
    – Body, (36.6 m³/47.9 yd³)
    – Body, (38.3 m³/50.1 yd³)
  • Body Liners, Impact and/or Wear
    – 10 mm, Body, Dump (26.9 m³/35.2 yd³)
    – 10 mm, Body, Dump (32.6 m³/42.6 yd³)
    – 10 mm, Body, Dump (33.8 m³/44.2 yd³)
    – 10 mm, Body, Dump (36.6 m³/47.9 yd³)
    – 10 mm, Body, Dump (38.3 m³/50.1 yd³)
  • Body Wear Plate, External
    – 8 mm, Body, Dump (26.9 m³/35.2 yd³)
    – 8 mm, Body, Dump (32.6 m³/42.6 yd³)
    – 8 mm, Body, Dump (33.8 m³/44.2 yd³)
    – 8 mm, Body, Dump (36.6 m³/47.9 yd³)
  • Body Wear Protection Option: wear strip to cover edge of the pusher plate or full length of the ejector body tub side walls must be selected if the ejector body was chosen
  • Brake Pressure Gauges
  • Camera, Color Rear Facing
  • Cover, Anti Vandalism for Shipping
  • Aftertreatment Options
    – DPF (Flow Through)
    – DPF (Wall Flow)
  • Fast Fill System
    – Coolant
    – Engine Oil
    – Fuel (Dual Tanks)
    – Hydraulic Oil
    – Transmission Oil
  • Ansul Fire Suppression, Wet 76L (AS5062)
  • Fluids
    – Arctic Fuel
    – Arctic Coolant
  • Lighting
    – Headlights with Dimmer Switch, LED
    – Rear Work Light (Cab Mounted), LED
    – Reversing Lights, LED
  • Lubrication System
    – Automatic, Dump
  • Operator Station
    – Sun Visor
  • Park Brake Switch Engagement
    – Push to Apply
    – Pull to Apply
  • Payload
    – Truck Payload Measurement System (TPMS), Dump Body Only
  • Reflective Tape
  • Rims
    – Rim Identification Numbering
    – Spare, Tubeless
  • Seat Cover
    – Cat Comfort TLV2
    – Seat Cover, Companion
  • Service Tools
    – Body Pin Removal Tool
    – Collet Jacking Bolts, Dump or Ejector
    – Hoist Cylinder Supports (for Body Removal)
  • Window Dual Panel
  • NOTE: Not all features are available in all regions.
  • See your Cat dealer for more information

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