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Caterpillar 5230 ME Specs
Caterpillar 5230 ME mining shovel specifications: excavator type Mining Shovel, weight 316600 kg, horsepower 1096 kW, track length 7528.6 cm.
Manufacturer specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Excavator Type | Mining Shovel | |
| Weight | 316600 kg | 697984 lbs |
| Horsepower | 1096 kW | 1470 HP |
| Track Length | 7528.6 cm | 2964.0 in. |
| Length of Track on Ground | 627.9 cm | 247.2 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 112.8 cm | 44.4 in. |
| Tail Swing Radius | 646.2 cm | 254.4 in. |
| Overall Width | 630.9 cm | 248.4 in. |
| Engine Make | Caterpillar | |
| Engine Model | 3516 EUI | |
| Net Power | 1096 kW | 1470 HP |
| Gross Power | 1104.6 kW | 1481.3 HP |
| Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity | 2.248 LPM | 594 GPM |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 350 Bar | 5080 psi |
| Operating Weight | 316600 kg | 697984 lbs |
| Max Travel Speed | 2.6 km | 1.6 mph |
| Cab Height | 746.8 cm | 294.0 in. |
| Displacement | 69001.0 cc | 4211 cu. in. |
| Shoe Size | 130.0 cm | 51.2 in. |
| Track Gauge | 521.2 cm | 205.2 in. |
| Removal Counterweight Clearance | 246.9 cm | 97.2 in. |
| Drawbar Pull | 154.620 kg | 340875 lbs |
Source: heavyequipments.net archive (imported 2026-10). Values may vary by variant and production year; seller claims are shown separately on the listing page.
