MD6310
Bit Load
Up to 42 149 kg (Up to 92,922 lb)
Hole Diameter
203-311 mm (8-12.25 in)
Engine
C32B® @ 1,800 rpm
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Specification
Value
Bit Load
Up to 42 149 kg (Up to 92,922 lb)
Hole Diameter
203-311 mm (8-12.25 in)
Engine
C32B® @ 1,800 rpm
Specification
Value
Body Length - Standard Cab
43.54 ft
Length - Mast Down - Extended Cab
83.33 ft
Length - Mast Down - Standard Cab
81.69 ft
Width - Front
17.68 ft
Body Length - Extended Cab
42.24 ft
Height - Mast Up
77.99 ft
Width - Rear
20.73 ft
Specification
Value
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast - Hoist Speed
122.7 ft/min
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast - Hoist Speed
122.7 ft/min
Emissions (Equivalent to Tier 2): Engine
C32B @ 1,800 rpm
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast - Hole Diameter Range 203-311 mm (8-12.25 in) - Multi Pass Depth
Down to 74.6 m (Down to 244.9 ft)
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast - Hole Diameter Range 203-311 mm (8-12.25 in) - Multi Pass Depth
Down to 47.9 m (Down to 157.4 ft)
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast - Pulldown Capacity
Up to 39 009 kg (Up to 86,000 lb)
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast - Hole Diameter Range 203-311 mm (8-12.25 in) - Single Pass Depth
57.4 ft
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast - Hole Diameter Range
203-311 mm (8-12.25 in)
Angle Drilling
Vertical to 30° (in 5° increments)
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast - Hole Diameter Range
203-311 mm (8-12.25 in)
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast - Bit Load - Single Pass
Up to 42 149 kg (Up to 92,922 lb)
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast - Hoist Capacity
Up to 22 113 kg (Up to 48,750 lb)
Compressor - Rotary Drilling (1)
56.6 m³/min (2,000 ft³/min) @ 8.6 bar (125 psi)
Compressor - Rotary Drilling (2)
73.6 m³/min (2,600 ft³/min) @ 7.6 bar (110 psi)
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast - Pulldown Capacity
Up to 39 009 kg (Up to 86,000 lb)
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast - Hole Diameter Range 203-311 mm (8-12.25 in) - Single Pass Depth
44.9 ft
Emissions (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final): Engine
C32B @ 1,800 rpm
Compressor - DTH Drilling
42.2 m³/min (1,500 ft³/min) @ 34.4 bar (500 psi)
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast - Hoist Capacity
Up to 22 113 kg (Up to 48,750 lb)
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast - Bit Load - Single Pass
Up to 41 165 kg (Up to 90,753 lb)
Emissions (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final): Power Rating ISO 14396
1007 HP
Emissions (Equivalent to Tier 2): Power Rating ISO 14396
1031 HP
Specification
Value
Drawbar Pull
122971 lbf
Track chain guards and guides
Level two
Travel Speed
1.5 mile/h
Lower rollers
Fourteen (14)
Model
Cat® 349E EL Excavator type
Carrier Rollers
Three (3)
Triple grousers for soft rock ground bearing pressure 1.28 bar (18.5 psi)
29.5 in
Specification
Value
Components (10)
In-deck mounted battery box
Components (9)
Self-closing, gates secure egress ladder locations
Components (12)
Air hose retention devices
Components (2)
Seven (7) engine shut down buttons: in cab, at drill deck, on deck at power train, ground accessible by main access point and each side of the drill front and left
Components (6)
Guards for exhaust pipes and turbo lines
Feature
Approach angle of 14 degrees facilitates loading and unloading on a lowboy
Components (7)
Mast access ladder with mast grating (option)
Components (4)
Tram alarm is automatic and audible
Components (11)
Ground level keyed battery disconnect/starter lockout with remote jump start terminals
Components (1)
Alloy drill deck covers, with storage provision
Components (5)
Hinged protective guard for full front drill window
Components (3)
Electric horn activated by push button in the cab
Components (8)
Three egress points on deck areas in addition to main access
Specification
Value
Components (10)
Filter indicators for hydraulic, compressor and engine
Components (14)
ECM controlled proportional fan speed control system
Components (23)
Data logging of machine health with warnings, and fault code records; export capability
Components (20)
Cabin pressure manometer with indicator (option)
Components (3)
Rotation torque control
Components (12)
Dust suppression control
Components (17)
Tram interlock, mast up and locked or down and parked
Components (1)
All electric controls for drilling, tramming, leveling plus auxiliary functions
Components (22)
Prewired for Terrain and autonomous operation
Components (8)
Delayed engine shut down
Components (19)
Cab environment controls (AC, filter, heat, fan speeds)
Components (7)
Drill performance and display system
Components (13)
Mast lock indicator
Components (6)
Drill depth meter
Components (2)
Electronic compressor control
Components (4)
Virtual rotary head travel stops and interlocks
Components (11)
Jack pressure sensors in the display
Components (5)
Pipe positioner engaged/disengaged indicator
Components (18)
Tram interlock, jacks retracted
Components (16)
Tram interlock, pipe in hole
Components (21)
Dust curtain lifting system – auto hydraulic raise front and rear (option)
Components (15)
Tram interlock, machine stability limits
Components (9)
Rotary head rpm gauge – (digital display in screen)
Specification
Value
Body Length - Standard Cab
43.54 ft
Body Length - Extended Cab
42.24 ft
Width - Rear
20.74 ft
Length - Mast Down - Standard Cab
69.23 ft
Length - Mast Down - Extended Cab
70.87 ft
Height - Mast Up
65.39 ft
Width - Front
17.68 ft
Specification
Value
Note (2)
Configuration choices include single pass, multi pass, vertical out to 30 degree angle drilling
Features (12)
Pipe catcher; manual or optional hydraulically actuated
Features (4)
Feed system accommodates multiple pipe diameters
Note (1)
Hydraulic, indexing pipe carousels accept various pipe diameters
Features (13)
Tool oiler 113.5 L (30 gal) oil injection system (Rotary drilling only)
Features (2)
Pulldown/hoist system is a single cylinder
Features (1)
13.7 m (44.9 ft) or 17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast configurations complete with pipe rack carousel
Features (9)
Drill pipe positioner
Features (10)
Overhead winch with remote; variable speed drive with ≥ 1818 kg (4,000 lb) rating, length to reach 6.1 m (20 ft) past drill deck (option)
Features (3)
Auto tensioning of pull down and hoist cables
Features (6)
Sliding deck wrench assembly
Features (11)
Rotation Gear Box with dual motor arrangement, up to 160 rpm, and 16,000 N∙m of torque (11,800 ft-lb)
Features (15)
Mast access ladder and grating (option)
Features (5)
Variable grip hydraulic break out wrench (HOBO) for range of pipe diameters
Features (7)
Configured with roller deck bushing for tricone applications, two-piece deck bushing for DTH
Features (14)
Mast lanyard mounting provisions (option)
Features (8)
Angle drilling 0-30°; in 5° increments
Specification
Value
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (2)
Scheduled oil sampling (S∙O∙SSM) ports
Components (1)
Dual starter motors
Components (3)
Common air intake filters provide +500 hour service interval in normal operating conditions
Specification
Value
Package (1)
Basic/Manual – Centralized Manual Lube; Gravity Fill for fuel and water
Package (2)
Standard – Fast Fill for fuel and water; Automatic Lubrication System
Package (3)
Premium – Service center for lubricant drain and fill (compressor oil, hydraulic oil, gearbox oil, engine oil, tool lubrication and grease), Automatic Lubrication System, Fast Fill for fuel and water, blowdown hose
Specification
Value
Water injection and dry dust collector (option)
– Water tank capacity 1514 L (400 gal)
– 204 m³/min (7,200 cfm) dry dust collector
– Self-cleaning filters, with auto-eject dust chute
Water Injection - Standard
– Water tank capacity 1514 L (400 gal)
Choices (1)
Dust curtain hydraulic lifters raise front and rear dust curtains (option) (recommended with dust collector)
Choices (3)
Static dust curtains, four sides boxed in (standard)
High Volume Water Injection System - Not Compatible with Basic Service Package
– Water tanks total capacity 3785 L (1,000 gal) maximum
– Primary tank above deck – 1514 L (400 gal) capacity (heated for extreme cold weather)
– Secondary tank above deck – 2271 L (600 gal) capacity deck
Choices (2)
Tram off spray to wet the ground around the cuttings pile (not recommended for cold weather applications)
Specification
Value
Components (4)
Top Sub, or Shock sub and cross over adapter (option)
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (5)
Bit sub
Components (1)
Roller deck bushing
Components (6)
Pipe wiper seal
Components (2)
Pipe positioner inserts
Specification
Value
Rotary Drilling (2)
73.6 m³/min (2,600 ft³/min) @ 7.6 bar (110 psi)
Receiver Tank Choice (1)
Low pressure 8.6 bar (125 psi) for ASME/CR N/AU or CE
Rotary Drilling (1)
56.6 m³/min (2,000 ft³/min) @ 8.6 bar (125 psi)
DTH Drilling - Includes Tool Lubrication and Hammer Storage
42.2 m³/min (1,500 ft³/min) @ 34.4 bar (500 psi)
Note
With the compressors variable volume control, the operator can limit air output resulting in reduced fuel consumption
– Both high and low pressure compressors contain this feature
Receiver Tank Choice (2)
High pressure 34.4 bar (500 psi) for ASME/CR N/AU or CE
Choice
Electronic compressor control and regulation with purged air lines
Specification
Value
Components (5)
Four (4) lift lugs, for use with cables or chains
Components (7)
Bit storage box in-deck with hinged cover (option)
Components (6)
Walkway around cab to drill deck (option)
Features (2)
Slip resistant surface
Features (3)
Fuel tank capacity 1609 L (425 gal)
Components (1)
Stationary rear deck; for vertical and angle drilling
Components (2)
Four leveling jacks to provide leveling on a 7° bench (any orientation)
Features (6)
Three egress points on deck areas in addition to main access
Components (10)
Drill pipe thread greaser with remote fill tank or disposable grease bucket (option)
Features (7)
Sturdy guardrails, toe guards, self closing gates
Components (4)
Heavy duty tow hooks (front end)
Components (3)
Manual, centralized, lubrication banks for all pivot points on drill, or automated lubrication system (option)
Components (8)
DTH hammer storage on drill deck with high pressure configuration (option)
Features (4)
Fuel capacity expansion for additional +1609 L (425 gal)
Features (5)
Bolt-on platform for cold weather generator or fire suppression bottles (option)
Components (9)
Hydraulically operated viewing hatch in drill deck with spotlight (option)
Features (1)
Jacks, mast pivot and deck are welded integrally to mainframe for maximum durability and long life
Specification
Value
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (3)
Replaceable cooler core sections
Components (4)
Automatic variable speed fan control
Features
Functional in ambient temperature of 52° C (125° F)
Specification
Value
Components (6)
Wiring for third party interface
Components (3)
Drill assist (single or multipass auto drill) (options)
Components (5)
Optional Command for Drilling enables each operator to manage more than one machine
Type
Autonomy ready
Components (2)
Auto level, auto retract, auto mast
Components (1)
Drill depth indicator and interlocks
Optional Cat Terrain for Drills - Mining System Interface
– Production
– Navigation
Components (4)
Product Link Elite (hardware from factory, subscription package via dealer)
Specification
Value
7.62 m (25 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four or five pipes, 17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast: Rotary (1)
8 in
7.62 m (25 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four or five pipes, 17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast: DTH
7 in
7.62 m (25 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four or five pipes, 17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast: Rotary or DTH
7.625 in
7.62 m (25 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four or five pipes, 17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast: Rotary (2)
8.625 in
7.62 m (25 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four or five pipes, 17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast: Rotary
9.25 in
12.19 m (40 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four (4) or five (5) pipes, 13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast: Rotary (2)
8.625 in
12.19 m (40 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four (4) or five (5) pipes, 13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast: Rotary (1)
8 in
12.19 m (40 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four (4) or five (5) pipes, 13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast: DTH
7 in
12.19 m (40 ft) pipes - pipe rack carousel holds a quantity of four (4) or five (5) pipes, 13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast: Rotary or DTH
7.625 in
Note
Dual purpose carousel pipe: 13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast; holds quantity of two (2) 12.19 m (40 ft) pipes and quantity of two (2) 9.14 m (30 ft) pipes, and adapters to connect to DTH hammer and tricone bit (DTH hammer and tricone not included)
  • Dual purpose pipe carousel accepts 194 mm (7.625 in) pipe – contact factory for additional pipe diameters
Specification
Value
Climate Level 2 Arctic Fluids and Lubricants
Rated down to –18° C (–0.4° F) temperatures
Climate Level 1 Standard Fluids and Lubricants (1)
Rated down to –1° C (30° F) temperatures
Climate Level 1 Standard Fluids and Lubricants (2)
Withstands high heat to 52° C (125° F)
Climate Level 4 Arctic Fluids and Lubricants, Heating Package (6)
Breaker panel includes five (5) additional breakers for locally supplied heating elements, if needed
Climate Level 4 Arctic Fluids and Lubricants, Heating Package (3)
Full arctic lubricant package includes: engine oil, compressor oil and hydraulic oil
Climate Level 4 Arctic Fluids and Lubricants, Heating Package (1)
Rated down to –40° C (–40° F) temperatures
Climate Level 4 Arctic Fluids and Lubricants, Heating Package (5)
Shore power connection box with switchable 240-600V (50 amp) connection; diesel genset and or plug, sold separately
Climate Level 4 Arctic Fluids and Lubricants, Heating Package (2)
Diesel fired heating system that heats and circulates engine coolant through the: engine block, primary water tank, heating elements for battery trays with a provision for fuel tanks
Climate Level 4 Arctic Fluids and Lubricants, Heating Package (4)
Electric heating package with breaker panel to power: 120V heating blanket for compressor receiver tank, compressor control box, heat trace for compressor control lines, heat trace for housing from water tank to water pump and water fast-fill assembly plus tank
Specification
Value
Cable Diameter
0.5 in
Winch Reach - Past The Drill Deck
20 ft
Capacity Rating
4000 lb
Note
Variable speed control
Specification
Value
Lighting
– LED interior lights; separate reading light, and backlit joysticks and keypads
– Zone controls for area lights and spot lighting for night drilling
– Flood lights for the drill perimeter
– Spot lights for power group area; drill deck; mast carousel; access ladder and walkways
– Standard lighting is Halogen, 1,300 lumens flood light on perimeter, area spot lights have 1,950 lumens
– Premium lighting is LED, 4,200 lumens flood light on perimeter (option)
– Mast clearance lights, cab mounted strobe, front mounted tram beacon (option)
Components (7)
Operator station design integrates an ergonomic seat, armchair joystick controls with full instrumentation, and two 254 mm (10 in) color, high definition touchscreens and 12 volt power port
Components (4)
Drill performance touchscreen display
Components (3)
Cab perimeter walkway available for both cab sizes
Components (1)
Spacious FOPS cab has 3 m² (32.4 ft²) floor space with an integrated operator station
Components (13)
Seat swivels, locks and has two point/76 mm (3 in) seat belt, tilts (5° adjustment), lumbar support, fore/aft seat adjustment 80 mm (3.1 in)
Components (9)
Power convertor 24V to 12V
Components (2)
Extended cab option 4.2 m² (45.2 ft²); prewired and dedicated space for refrigerator and microwave
HVAC
– Floor vents in the foot rest area
– Roof-mounted air conditioner/heating/pressurizing unit
– Filter access from deck, does not require roof access, and has approximately 500 hour service interval
– Defogging HVAC vents on driller window
Components (6)
Two swing-out hinged doors with windows and Cat keyed locks
Components (14)
Trainer’s seat that folds away and has retractable seat belt (optional)
Cameras
– Mounted on the front and left sides to provide 360° view from operator's seat
– Camera on the mast to view pipe carousel/top drive operation
Components (5)
Cab rubber shock-mounts absorb mechanical vibration and restrict exterior noise
Components (10)
Radio-ready for communication and entertainment radio
Cab - Premium
– Leather seat with heat and ventilation
– Dual pane window glass
– Front window guard
– Additional in-cab storage box
– Additional windshield wipers on front and rear windows
– Window shades (option)
– Foldaway trainer’s seat (option)
– Removable floor mat
Components (11)
Cab roof access ladder (option)
Cab - Standard
– Fabric seat
– Single pane window glass
– Windshield wiper for driller window
– Window shades (option)
– Foldaway trainer’s seat (option)
– Removable floor mat
Components (8)
Additional display screen for cc cameras; color, high-definition 254 mm (10 in)
Components (12)
Literature holder
Specification
Value
Components (4)
Virtual rotary head travel stops and interlocks
Components (3)
Rotary torque control
Components (2)
Rotation gear box with dual motor arrangement, up to 160 rpm, and 16 000 N∙m (11,800 lbf-ft) of torque
Components (1)
Spindle with 168 mm (6.625 in) API regular thread and splined collar
Specification
Value
Components (2)
One (1) auxiliary circuit pump – 110 cc (piston, load sensing)
Components (3)
Two (2) fan pumps – 1,000 cc (piston, with proportional electronic controls)
Components (1)
Two (2) primary pumps – 210 cc (piston, with proportional electronic controls)
Components (4)
Two (2) charge pumps – 43.9 + 56.5 cc (double stack gear, fixed displacement)
Components (5)
Scheduled Oil Sampling (S∙O∙S) ports
Specification
Value
Components (1)
Two piece bushing
Components (6)
Pipe wiper seal
Components (4)
Shock sub and top sub adapter
Components (5)
Cross over hammer adapter
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (2)
Pipe positioner inserts
Specification
Value
Choice (1)
Fixed access ladder to the cab area
Choice (3)
Cab perimeter walkway available with either choice
Choice (2)
Cascading, hydraulic stairs to cab area (option) – includes jack and tram interlock that activates when the stairs are down
Specification
Value
Mast Accessories Hydraulic (2)
One hydraulic pipe catcher, plus one wire rope, hydraulically actuated pipe positioner, hydraulic bit basket
Mast Accessories Hydraulic (1)
One hydraulic pipe catcher, hydraulically actuated pipe positioner, hydraulic bit basket
Angle Drilling
Included with either mast
Mast Accessories Manual, 17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast
Two wire rope pipe catchers, hydraulically actuated pipe positioner, manual bit basket
Mast Accessories Manual, 13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast
One wire rope pipe catcher, hydraulically actuated pipe positioner, manual bit basket
Specification
Value
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast Carousel; holds quantity of 4 × 12.19 m (40 ft) pipes; total depth 62.5 m (204.9 ft): Pipe diameters
178 mm (7 in), 194 mm (7.625 in), 203 mm (8 in), 219 mm (8.625 in)
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast Carousel; holds quantity of 5 × 12.19 m (40 ft) pipes; total depth 74.6 m (244.9 ft): Pipe diameters
194 mm (7.625 in), 219 mm (8.625 in)
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast Carousel; holds quantity of 2 × 7.62 m (25 ft) pipes; total depth 32.7 m (107.4 ft): Pipe diameter
9.25 in
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast Carousel; holds quantity of 4 × 7.62 m (25 ft) pipes; total depth 48 m (157.5 ft): Pipe diameters
178 mm (7 in), 194 mm (7.625 in), 203 mm (8 in), 219 mm (8.625 in)
Note
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast Carousel, dual purpose; holds quantity of two (2) 12.19 m (40 ft) pipes and quantity of two (2) 9.14 m (30 ft) pipes, and adapters to connect to DTH hammer and tricone bit (DTH hammer and tricone not included)
  • Accepts 194 mm (7.625 in) pipe – contact factory for additional pipe diameters
Specification
Value
Option
Bushing Retention Tool 178 to 235 mm (7.00 to 9.25 in) pipe diameter
Lifting Bails (Available on Request)
– 114 mm (4.5 in) API reg thread
– 140 mm (5.5 in) API reg thread
– 168 mm (6.625 in) for top sub/shock sub API thread
– 114 mm (4.5 in) for 178 mm (7 in) pipe BECO thread
– 152 mm (6 in) for 194 mm (7.625 in) up to 235 mm (9.25 in) pipe BECO thread
Specification
Value
Working Weight Range - Minimum/Maximum
75 800/97 000 kg (167,110/213,848 lb)
Specification
Value
Variable Grip Hydraulic Break Out Wrench Grip Ranges (2)
235 mm (9.25 in)
Variable Grip Hydraulic Break Out Wrench Grip Ranges (1)
178-219 mm (7.0-8.625 in)
Specification
Value
Working Weight Range - Minimum/Maximum
75 500/97 500 kg (166,449/214,950 lb)
  • Ergonomic controls to help operators stay alert and avoid fatigue
  • Multifunction joystick controls and touchscreen monitors are easy to use and intuitive
  • Excellent visibility, thanks to multiple cameras and full-length windows
  • Optional heated and ventilated seat for enhanced operator comfort
  • Cat to the core, with common parts and components and consistent design characteristics across all Cat drill models
  • Shared software for autonomous features
  • Backed by the world-class support of the Cat dealer network
  • Common electronic architecture across all Cat machines to ensure technician familiarity
  • Cat Electronic Technician (Cat ET) enables fast and easy troubleshooting
  • Serves as common platform for integrating future autonomy solutions
  • Product Link™ Elite provides real-time performance tracking
  • Variable air volume for reduced fuel consumption and powerful performance
  • C32B engine matched to largest “standard” compressor in this class for fast cycle times
  • Powertrain optimized to withstand rigorous drilling applications
  • High- and low-pressure configurations offer variable volume air control
  • Optimal feed force, rotary torque and air, helping to reduce fuel consumption
  • Integrated Drill Assist functionality, including auto level, auto retract jacks, auto raise and lower mast, and auto drill
  • Machine health and performance monitoring keep machine running productively
  • Drill depth meter helps reduce over- and under-drilling
  • Ready to connect with the Cat MineStar™ suite of technologies, including Terrain for drilling and Command for drilling
  • Three standard cameras and large windows give the operator excellent visibility
  • MineStar Command for drilling enables remote or autonomous operation — removing operator from the machine
  • Seven engine shut-down buttons
  • Slip-resistant surfaces for safer ingress/egress and service
  • LED interior lights and backlit joysticks and keypads; exterior spot and flood lights illuminate paths for ingress/egress
  • Designed to use less fuel, which reduces engine emissions
  • Tier 4 Final engines reduce NOx and particulate matter
  • Reduced waste and lower owning and operating costs thanks to increased commonality of systems and components, plus a reduction in unique part numbers
  • Longer maintenance intervals that decrease the amount of waste contributed to the environment