As part of “Atmanirbharta” mission, BEML has launched and handed over much-awaited ‘BE1800D hydraulic excavator’ at a function held at KGF; the equipment key was received by Binay Dayal, Director (Technical), Coal India.

The BE1800D hydraulic excavator is ‘Make in India’ equipment; designed, developed and produced in-house at the BEML’s state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in KGF complex. The equipment is driven by powerful and economical BEML diesel engine, which delivers an immense output of 2 x 354 kW. It is fitted with 10.2 CuM Face Shovel bucket with operating mass of 1,75,000 kg (180 tonne class hydraulic excavator).

Efficient hydraulic system for increased productivity: Four pump hydraulic system with independent closed loop swing function not only assures smooth compound work equipment movements and travel but also shortens the cycle time.

Effort-free operation: Work equipment controls are simple and light touch due to the hydraulically assisted control system.

The equipment is fitted with spacious, FOPS integrated cabin with AC, mounted on a high rise frame with viscous mounts; for clear and unrestricted view of the operating area and for comfort of the operator. 

Centralised monitoring system within the operator’s cab allows fast daily checks and also keeps the operator constantly informed of any abnormality during operation.

The equipment is fitted with automatic lubrication system, which reduces failures and downtime and automatic fire detection and suppression system which prevents fire accidents and hence minimises loss of valuable resources.

The BE1800D hydraulic excavator is packed with leading technologies and offer post of advantages including superior durability, maintainability and operators’ comfort.

The hydraulic excavator is offered with proven system/assemblies to enhance the availability and incorporated with all safety features. It will help to increase the productivity in large opencast mining projects.