6040 Hydraulic Mining Shovel

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.

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.

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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
        
  • 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
        
  • 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
        
  • 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 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
        
  • 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. 
SERVICEABILITY
        
  • Better organized hoses and components, plus integration of Cat hoses and couplings, which offer industry-leading reliability and performance and ability to source locally. 
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  • Ground-level service station provides easy access to functions such as coolant, hydraulic oil, slew gear box oil, grease, diesel and engine oil. The service station features an emergency shutoff, Cat battery charging connector and indicator lights for full fuel tanks. 
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  • Proven, validated Cat electronic architecture and parts commonality with other machines make it easier to keep parts on hand and simplify technician training. 
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  • Single-line grease system pairs with fixed-pin architecture to simplify grease distribution and speed up troubleshooting. 
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  • Main hydraulic valve block is located on the boom, improving access to swing drives, rotary joint and travel spool valves.  
SUSTAINABILITY
        
  • Highly regulated C32B engine certified to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V emissions standards without the need for DEF — saving time and cost during maintenance. 
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  • Less heat and improved efficiency with the closed-loop swing circuit. 
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  • Reduced waste and lower owning and operating costs thanks to increased commonality of systems and components, plus a reduction in unique part numbers. 
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  • Preservation of raw materials, energy conservation and reduced emissions through the Cat Reman program, which returns end-of-life components to like-new conditions. 

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Features + Specs

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Specs
  • Bucket Capacity - Backhoe (heaped 1:1): 28.8 yd³
  • Bucket Capacity - Face Shovel (heaped 2:1): 28.8 yd³
  • Engine Model: 2 x Cat C32B
  • Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014: 2079 hp
  • Net Power - SAE J1349:2011: 1921 hp
  • Note: Power output relates to highly regulated engines. Lesser regulated engines are also available.
  • Engine Output - SAE J1995: 2079 hp
  • Bucket Payload: 44 ton (US)
  • Operating Weight: 453 ton (US)
  • Note: Specifications above apply to the HRC Face Shovel configuration. Backhoe and Frontless configurations are also available for both HRC and LRC.
  • All buckets (FS and BH) are equipped with a wear package consisting of: (2): - 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
  • Shovel attachment with unique TriPower kinematics ensuring the following main features: (2): 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
  • Type (2): 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)
  • Type (4): Catwalks with rails at boom (FS and BH)
  • Type (6): Boom and stick thermally stress relieved after welding
  • Type (8): Guards for shovel cylinders (FS)
  • Swing Drive: 3 compact planetary transmissions with axial piston motors
  • Parking Brake: Wet multiple disc brake, spring-loaded/hydraulically released
  • Maximum Swing Speed - Diesel Version: 4.8 r/min
  • Swing Ring: Triple-race roller bearing with sealed internal gearing
  • Features (1): Dirt wiper
  • Features (2): Closed-loop with speed control
  • Travel Speed - 1st Stage - Maximum: 0.87 mile/h
  • Travel Speed - 2nd Stage - Maximum: 1.43 mile/h
  • Maximum Tractive Force: 397237 lb
  • Gradeability - Travel Drives - Maximum: 35.9 %
  • Track Pads - Each Side: 42
  • Bottom Rollers - Each Side: 7
  • Support Rollers - Each Side: 2 plus a skid plate in between
  • Travel Drives - Each Side: 1 planetary transmission with 2 two-stage axial piston motors
  • Parking Brake: Wet multiple disc brake, spring applied/hydraulically released
  • Components (1): All running surfaces of sprockets, idlers, rollers and track links are hardened
  • Components (5): Fully hydraulic self-adjusting track tensioning system with piston accumulator
  • Components (6): Automatic hydraulic retarder valve
  • Number of Cylinders - Each Engine: 12
  • Bore: 5.71 in
  • Stroke: 6.38 in
  • Displacement: 1959 in³
  • Aspiration: Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
  • Components (1): High-capacity water separator
  • Components (2): Two-stage fuel filter with series filtration
  • Components (3): Cat Type 4 air filters
  • Components (4): Microprocessed engine management
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 2060 gal (US)
  • Emissions: Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards
  • Operator's Eye Level - Approximately: 23.16 ft
  • Internal Dimensions of Cab - Length: 7.25 ft
  • Internal Dimensions of Cab - Width: 5.41 ft
  • Internal Dimensions of Cab - Height: 6.75 ft
  • Components (1): 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
  • Components (3): Roller blinds
  • Components (4): Parallel intermittent wiper/washer
  • Components (5): All-around safety glass
  • Components (6): Operator Protective Guard (Top Guard)
  • Components (7): Dual hydraulically driven HVAC system
  • Components (8): Independently adjustable seat consoles with integrated joysticks
  • Components (9): Additional fold-away auxiliary seat with two-point safety belt
  • Components (10): External sun shields at side and rear windows
  • Components (11): Emergency egress ladder
  • Components (12): Powered 45 access stairway with EH controls and audible alarm plus visual beacon for enhanced safety
  • 6040 FS - Standard Track Pads: 3.9 ft
  • 6040 FS - Operating Weight: 905769 lb
  • 6040 FS - Ground Pressure: 24.5 N/cm2 (35.5 psi)
  • 6040 - Standard Track Pads: 3.9 ft
  • 6040 - Operating Weight: 905614 lb
  • 6040 - Ground Pressure: 24.5 N/cm2 (35.5 psi)
  • Note: 1600 mm track pads available as option
  • 6040 FS - Note: Other track pads available on request
  • Diameter - Fan: 60 in
  • Oil Flow of Cooling Pumps - Diesel Version: 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
  • Features (2): Fan speed is thermostatically controlled
  • Diameter - Fan: 2 × 1524 mm (2 × 60 in)
  • Installation: Retractable service station installed underneath the engine module and easily accessible from ground
  • Capacity - Grease Container: 190 gal (US)
  • Type (1): 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)
  • Type (4): 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
  • System Voltage: 24V
  • Batteries in Series/Parallel Installation: 6 x 210 Ah - 12 V each; 630 Ah - 24 V in total
  • Components (1): 6 maintenance-free batteries
  • Components (2): Lockable battery and starter isolation switches
  • Components (4): 18 LED high-brightness working flood lights
  • Components (5): 11 LED service lights
  • Hydraulic Tank Capacity - Diesel Version - Approximately: 958 gal (US)
  • Total Volume of Hydraulic Oil - Diesel Version - Approximately: 1532 gal (US)
  • Main Pumps - Diesel Version: 4 x Variable Displacement Piston Pumps
  • Main Pumps - Maximum Oil Flow - Diesel Version: 4 x 745 L/min (4 x 197 gal/min)
  • Maximum Pressure - Attachment: 4351 psi
  • Maximum Pressure - Travel: 5076 psi
  • Swing Pumps - Diesel Version: 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)
  • Maximum Pressure - Swing Pumps: 5080 psi
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