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Open-pit Mines VS Underground Mines: How to Match Large Mining Crawler Excavators with Scenario Requirements?

Date: Jul 07, 2025

In mining operations, the selection of large mining crawler excavators must precisely align with scenario characteristics. Underground mines, constrained by limited space and high gas risks, require compact models with explosion-proof designs (certified by IECEx) and a small turning radius (≤3 meters). In contrast, open-pit mines prioritize production efficiency, emphasizing large bucket capacity (≥2.4m³), high weather resistance (dust/corrosion-resistant coatings), and heavy-load stability.

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Hengwang Group offers differentiated solutions for both scenarios:

· Underground Mines: The HW-520 mining-dedicated large mining crawler excavator is equipped with a Cummins QMS11 engine, a three-stage fuel filtration system, and double-tooth tracks. Its explosion-proof design meets international certifications, enabling efficient operation in narrow roadways.

· Open-pit Mines: The HW-1300 giant mining excavator, a large mining crawler excavator, features a 567kW Cummins QSK23 engine, a standard 8m³ bucket, high-strength double-tooth tracks, and an integral casting structure. Capable of extracting 12,000 tons daily, it is ideal for large open-pit mines.

Case Study: After replacing outdated equipment with the HW-1300 large mining crawler excavator at a South American open-pit iron mine, the single-bucket load increased by 40%. Combined with an intelligent remote control system, overall efficiency improved by 30%, and the maintenance cycle extended by 50%.

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With 13 years of expertise in mining equipment, Hengwang Group holds over 200 patented technologies, and its products are certified by ISO, EU CE, France BV, and other authoritative bodies. Whether for refined operations in underground mines or heavy-duty tasks in open-pit mines, our large mining crawler excavators provide one-stop solutions from model selection to after-sales service. Click to consult now and let our large mining crawler excavators become your core tool for cost reduction and efficiency enhancement!

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