Mining Magazine August 2014 | Page 43

03 Terex RH400 Hydraulic Excavator
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03 Terex RH400 Hydraulic Excavator

The Terex RH400 is undoubtedly the biggest machine of its type . Designed to handle one of the toughest terrains on earth - the Alberta oil sands in northern Canada - the Terex RH400 can lift 85 tons of earth in a single scoop . The keys to the excavator ’ s success are the huge bucket and strong arms powered by the world ’ s largest hydraulic system . The Terex RH400 is powered by two 16-cylinder diesel engines with a maximum power output of 4,400 horsepower at 1,800 rpm .
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