Based on the foundation of our most popular underground loaders, the new R2900 XE is the first Cat® diesel-electric underground LHD. Designed for maximum productivity, power, and reliability, it addresses the underground mining industry’s demand for larger payloads, quicker loading cycles, and lower emissions.

Equipped with a powerful EU Stage V compliant diesel-electric drive engine, it delivers the strength to support its class-leading 18.5-tonne payload. The R2900 XE offers exceptional productivity, with swift and smooth machine responses that enhance digging and tramming capabilities. By integrating electric drive components, it reduces fuel consumption and boosts efficiency, helping mines cut greenhouse gas emissions and minimize their carbon footprint.

CLEANER. FASTER. MORE POWERFUL.

35%+ Improved Lift Breakout Force

Optimised lift arm and component geometry
Load-sensing hydraulic pumps
Redesigned bucket

20% Bigger PayLoad

An 18.5 tonne payload results in faster load times and higher productivity

52% Quicker Acceleration

It can accelerate from 0-24 km/h in 6.4 seconds and achieves 7% higher speed on grade

31% Increased Fuel Efficiency

With a variety of emission reduction and aftertreatment options — including an EU Stage V configuration and diesel particulate filtration

R2900 XE Diesel-Electric Underground Loader

HIGH-EFFICIENCY ELECTRIC DRIVE SYSTEM

The new R2900 XE features a proven switched reluctance electric drive system that is Caterpillar designed, integrated, validated and supported. The benefits include:

  • Improved power and cycle times
  • Continuously variable speed control
  • Implemented virtual gears for machine controllability
  • Automatic retarding controls for maintaining speed on grade
  • Anti-rollback feature
  • Smoother directional changing, with no driveline or powertrain shock loads
  • Programmable speed management, which improves operator efficiency and reduces fatigue
  • Neutral creep and coasting inhibitor
  • Torque control, which reduces brake applications