6015

6015 Hydraulic Shovel

The next generation Cat® 6015 Hydraulic Shovel lets you move more material at a low cost, so you can achieve production targets, deliver on your commitments, meet deadlines and maximize your profitability. With high tool carrying capacity, increased durability and the most powerful engine in its class, the Cat 6015 generates higher productivity and fuel efficiency than other shovels. And it’s offered with more and better options that let you match your machine to your operation — from access and cold weather packages to multiple stick and track pad options. In addition, a large range of buckets is available, giving you optimum payload and machine efficiency for your operation. And the 6015’s high tool carrying capacity gives you the ability to employ large buckets and move more in fewer cycles.

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NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Engine Output - SAE J1995measurement824hp615kW
Bucket Payloadmeasurement16.1ton (US)14.6t
Operating Weightmeasurement154.3ton (US)140t

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Features & Benefits

SAFETY
  • Safety glass, armored windshield and operator protective guards keep operators safe from hazardous conditions.
  • Safer access and egress with wide, anti-slip walkways and stairs.
  • Five emergency shutoff switches located all over the machine.
  • Improved in-cab visibility, as well as optional Cat Vision 360. Vision 360 integrates four cameras to give operators 360-degree awareness, reducing blind spots.
  • Ground-level service station reduces the need for service personnel to climb on the machine.
OPERATOR CAB
  • State-of-the-art cab offers increased comfort and control to help operators work harder and last longer.
  • Heated, pneumatically cushioned, fully adjustable suspension seat helps operators stay focused and productive for an entire shift. Adjustable lumbar support, wide arm and wrist rests and a wide, retractable seatbelt help minimize fatigue and keep operators alert.
  • In-cab HVAC and defroster keep ambient temperature comfortable, and improved filtration removes dust and particles. A second internal filter further purifies the air recirculated inside the cab.
  • Ergonomic joysticks and electro-hydraulic servo control give operators dynamic, precise control of the machine without hydraulic lines in the cab. Joystick console layout can be changed to suit operator preference.
  • 7-inch touchscreen monitor offers easy access to critical machine information and service assistance.
  • PRODUCTIVITY & PERFORMANCE
    • Reliable, durable C27 engine, which delivers top performance over a long life in a variety of applications — including heavy construction, quarry and aggregates, and mining.
    • Faster cycle times achieved through the use of energy-efficient float valves that incorporate gravitational force to help lower the boom. This facilitates faster boom movements and allows operators to perform other functions while lowering the boom.
    • Proportional Priority Pressure Compensating hydraulic system varies hydraulic oil flow, resulting in smooth, predictable operation and greater efficiency. Using four hydraulic pumps with advanced controls reduces heat build-up and reduces wear.
    EFFICIENCY
    • Load Enhanced Anticipatory Control ensures faster and more consistent engine regulation by preventing lug, which reduces fuel consumption.
    • Engine Torque Load Control reduces hydraulic pump output based on available engine torque, desired engine speed, actual engine speed and estimated hydraulic load — providing power to the functions that need it to move material quickly and efficiently.
    • Next-generation Pilot Pump configuration offers variable, on-demand hydraulic flow. The pump increases flow when the control levers are moved, then reduces it when controls are returned to neutral. This results in at least 5.5% better fuel efficiency and improved performance.
    • Closed-loop swing system delivers faster cycle times and improved energy efficiency, while also generating less heat. Kinetic energy captured during the swing motion is fed back into the system during deceleration, providing more power to drive the main and auxiliary pumps.
    • Independent Oil Cooling system protects and extends the life of hydraulic components. The system is independent of return oil, achieving efficiency through the utilization of dedicated pumps that provide cooling capacity as needed, whether the engine is idling or under load. Additional efficiency is achieved via thermostatically controlled radiator fan speed.
    RELIABILITY & DURABILITY
    • Robust major structures are designed to exacting standards and made with high-strength steel and castings. The boom and stick are stress-relieved after welding, and welds at critical junctures are profiled and grounded.
    • New engine enclosure with removable top improves access to engine and pump areas, as well as enhanced fit-up of engine and hydraulic barriers.
    • Heavy-Duty track group handles high field loads with hardened roller dowels, improved idler design and larger bushings.
    • Rugged, heavy-duty undercarriage delivers increased uptime, longer service life and smoother tramming over rough terrain. With grease lubrication, GLT4 sealing technology and oil-filled rolling components, this undercarriage can last at least 2,000 hours longer than dry track designs.
    • Exclusive Positive Pin Retention 2 track design mechanically locks the link to the pin, helping the machine resist pin walking and link cracking for reliable sealing and maximum track life.
    • Durable Cat hoses work more than 10,000 hours without a single major hydraulic leak.
    SERVICEABILITY
    • Enhanced warning levels for hydraulic oil temperature and visual inspection ports for slew drive pinions and ring gear make routine maintenance faster and easier. Electronic troubleshooting is also easier thanks to Cat Electronic Technician, which helps dealer service personnel diagnose and prevent issues.
    • Larger, heavier hydraulic tank and larger grease tank extend service intervals.
    • Reinforced engine enclosure and main control valve mounting bracket improve overall durability.
    • Improved hose routing for easier access and faster service.
    • New 1234yf refrigerant meets the most stringent refrigerant requirements.
    • Ground-level service station provides easy access to functions such as coolant, hydraulic oil, slew gear box oil, grease, diesel and engine oil. The service station features an emergency shutoff, Cat battery charging connector and indicator lights for full fuel tanks.
    • Proven, validated Cat electronic architecture and parts commonality with other machines make it easier to keep parts on hand and simplify technician training.
    CONNECTIVITY & TECHNOLOGY
    • Greater connectivity with improved Product Link™ Elite system, which increases the availability of data provided by the 6015 and allows it to collect and transmit information into locally hosted or cloud-hosted applications such as Cat MineStar™ Solutions Health Office, Health Equipment Insights, or Equipment Care Advisor.
    • Enhanced diagnostic capabilities and troubleshooting functions with factory-installed Monitoring and Diagnostic System.
    • Earliest possible detection of faults, with Board Control System that uses sensors throughout the machine to monitor operating data, record faults, and notify the operator audibly and visually.
    • Factory-ready for Cat MineStar solutions, an integrated suite of operations and equipment management technologies that can improve the productivity, efficiency and safety of your operation.
    BUCKETS & GET
    • Buckets and ground engaging tools (GET) designed to maximize durability and productivity and ideally matched to your shovel and application.
    • Integrated to work as part of a machine system — helping you achieve high productivity and a low cost per ton.
    • Variety of sizes and wear packages for the ideal match to your shovel and application.
    • Deliver optimal payload when combined with Cat GET and wear components.
    • Wear packages that protect your investment, including special liner material and lip shrouds, wing shrouds and heel shrouds.
    SUSTAINABILITY
    • Highly regulated C27 engines that meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission requirements and eliminate the need for DEF, saving time and cost during maintenance.
    • Load Enhanced Anticipatory Control system helps reduce fuel consumption without decreasing performance.
    • Sound-suppressed power module reduces sound levels for operations working in populated areas.
    • Less heat and improved efficiency with the closed-loop swing circuit.
    • Reduced waste and lower owning and operating costs thanks to increased commonality of systems and components, plus a reduction in unique part numbers.
    • Preservation of raw materials, energy conservation and reduced emissions through the Cat Reman program, which returns end-of-life components to like-new condition.

    Complete Specifications

    General

    NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
    Engine Output - SAE J1995measurement824hp615kW
    Bucket Payloadmeasurement16.1ton (US)14.6t
    Operating Weightmeasurement154.3ton (US)140t
    NotetextSpecifications shown above apply to highly regulated, backhoe configuration. Lesser regulated and frontless configurations are also available.
    Engine ModeltextCat® C27
    Gross Power - SAE J1995measurement824hp615kW
    Net Power - SAE J1349measurement812hp606kW
    Number of Cylinderstext12
    Boremeasurement5.4in137.2mm
    Strokemeasurement6in152.4mm
    Displacementmeasurement1648in³27l
    Engine ModeltextCat® C27
    Gross Power - SAE J1995measurement839hp626kW
    Net Power - SAE J1349measurement829hp618kW
    Number of Cylinderstext12
    Boremeasurement5.4in137.2mm
    Strokemeasurement6in152.4mm
    Displacementmeasurement1648in³27l
    AspirationtextTurbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
    EmissionstextU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V; China Nonroad Stage III, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2; Equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 1
    Operating Weightmeasurement154ton (US)140t
    Ground Pressuremeasurement23.6psi16.3N/cm²
    NotetextOperating weight includes: 700 mm (28 in) track pads, 7.6 m (24 ft 11 in) boom, 3.4 m (11 ft 2 in) stick, standard rock bucket, 100% fuel and lubricants
    Standardmeasurement28in700mm
    Widemeasurement35in900mm
    Extra Widemeasurement39in1000mm
    Number of Shoes - Each Sidetext46
    Number of Track Rollers - Each Sidetext9
    Number of Carrier Rollers - Each Sidetext3
    Track PadstextHeavy Duty (HD) with double grouser
    Travel Speed - Two Stages - 1st Stage - Maximummeasurement1.6mile/h2.6km/h
    Travel Speed - Two Stages - 2nd Stage - Maximummeasurement2.3mile/h3.7km/h
    Maximum Drawbar Pull - Forwardmeasurement192886lbf858kN
    Maximum Drawbar Pull - Reversemeasurement220987lbf983kN
    Gradeability - Travel DrivestextApproximately 42%
    Hydraulic Track TensioningtextWith accumulator
    Fuel Tankmeasurement449gal (US)1700l
    Cooling Systemmeasurement44gal (US)165l
    Engine Oilmeasurement23gal (US)87l
    Swing Drivemeasurement2.4gal (US)9l
    Hydraulic System - Including Tankmeasurement463gal (US)1752l
    Hydraulic Tankmeasurement253gal (US)956l
    Grease Tankmeasurement57gal (US)215l
    System Voltagetext24 V
    Batteriestext4 × 200 Ah (12 V each)
    Alternator Ratingtext150 A (24 V) in total
    Components (1)textEmergency stop switches: one in cab, three in engine module, one pull rope accessible from ground level
    Components (2)textFour maintenance free batteries
    Components (3)textLockable battery isolation switch
    Components (5)text14 LED high-brightness working lights
    Components (4)text5 LED service lights
    Components (6)text2 electric horns
    Components (7)textTwo (2) lights for rear end
    Components (9)textOne (1) beacon light on cabin roof
    Components (8)textOne (1) light for machine deck/service
    Main Pumpstext3 × variable swash plate pumps
    Main Pumps - Maximum Total Oil Flowmeasurement407gpm1544L/min
    Main Pumps - Maximum Pressure - Attachmentmeasurement4641psi320bar
    Pilot Pump - Maximum Flow, Pilotmeasurement40.4gpm153L/min
    Pilot Pumptext1 × gear pump
    Pilot Pump - Maximum Pressure, Pilotmeasurement1378psi95bar
    Main Pumps - Maximum Pressure - Travelmeasurement4641psi320bar
    Engine Fan Pump - Maximum Flow, Engine Fanmeasurement53.1gpm201L/min
    Engine Fan Pump - Maximum Pressure, Engine Fanmeasurement3191psi220bar
    Swing Pumptext1 × variable swash plate pump
    Engine Fan Pumptext1 × variable swash plate pump
    Swing Pump - Maximum Flow - Swingmeasurement127gpm479L/min
    Hydraulic Fan Pump - Maximum Pressure, Hydraulic Fanmeasurement1958psi135bar
    Hydraulic Fan Pump - Maximum Flow, Hydraulic Fanmeasurement22.7gpm86L/min
    Hydraulic Fan Pumptext1 × variable swash plate pump
    Swing Pump - Maximum Pressure - Swingmeasurement5294psi365bar
    Hydraulic Oil Cooling - Maximum Flowmeasurement284gpm1075L/min
    Hydraulic Oil Cooling - Diameter of Fanmeasurement46in1168mm
    Filters (1)textFull-flow high-pressure filters (200 μm) for main pumps
    Filters (2)textFull-flow filters (20 μm), return circuit
    Filters (3)textPressure filters (16 μm), servo circuit
    Filters (4)textFull-flow filters (6 μm), cooling return circuit
    Filters (5)textSwing charge filter (15 μm)
    Filters (6)textPump case return screens (125 μm)
    Swing DrivetextTwo (2) compact planetary transmissions with axial piston motors
    Parking BraketextWet multiple disc brake, spring-loaded/hydraulically released
    Maximum Swing Speedmeasurement4.9r/min4.9r/min
    Swing RingtextTriple-race roller bearing with sealed internal greasing
    Features (1)textClosed-loop with torque control
    Features (2)textHydraulic braking of swing motion when control is returned to neutral position or by counteracting control for stronger braking
    Features (3)textAll raceways and the internal gearing of swing ring supplied by automatic central lubrication system
    FeaturetextAccessible from ground level for diesel fuel and grease
    Equipped With (1)textOne pull rope emergency stop
    Equipped With (2)textQuick couplings for: diesel fuel and grease
    Travel Speed - Two Stages - 1st Stage - Maximummeasurement1.6mile/h2.6km/h
    Travel Speed - Two Stages - 2nd Stage - Maximummeasurement2.3mile/h3.7km/h
    Maximum Tractive Forcemeasurement197,157lbf877kN
    Maximum Drawbar Pullmeasurement179,847lbf800kN
    Maximum Drawbar Pull - Reversemeasurement220987lbf983kN
    Gradeability - Travel Drivestext38°/78% (SAE J1309)
    Number of Shoes - Each Sidetext46
    Hydraulic Track TensioningtextWith accumulator
    Number of Track Rollers - Each Sidetext9
    Number of Carrier Rollers - Each Sidetext3
    Components (1)textHeavy Duty (HD) with double-grouser track pads
    Components (2)textChain links connected by hardened pins and bushings
    Components (3)textPostive Pin Retention (PPR2) sealed and greased track design
    Components (4)textHardened running surfaces of sprockets, idlers, rollers and track chain links
    Components (5)textFully hydraulic self-adjusting track tensioning system with accumulator
    Components (6)textAutomatic hydraulic retarder valve
    Components (7)textAcoustic travel alarm (forward and reverse)
    Components (1)textPressurized cab with positive filtration
    Components (2)textHeated cab mirror
    Components (3)textSliding upper door window
    Components (4)textGlass-breaking safety hammer
    Components (5)textRemoveable lower windshield within cab storage
    Components (6)textJoystick Controls Alternate Patterns including ISO/JIS, BHL, MHI, KOBE, or SCM
    Components (7)textBeverage holder
    Components (8)textLiterature holder
    Components (9)textAM/FM radio
    Components (10)textFM/AM radio with MP3 auxiliary port
    Components (11)textTwo stereo speakers
    Components (12)textStorage shelf suitable for lunch or toolbox
    Components (13)textColor LCD display with service parameters, event and diagnostic annunciation, preventative maintenance, trip total, lifetime totals. Gauges for engine speed, engine oil pressue, and hydraulic oil temperature
    Components (14)textHead and arm rests
    Components (15)textIndependently adjustable seat consoles with integrated joysticks
    Components (16)textNeutral lever (lock out) for all controls
    Components (17)textTravel control pedals with removable hand levers
    Components (18)textTwo power outlets, 10 amp (total)
    Components (19)textLaminated front upper window and tempered glass other windows
    Capacity - Grease Barrelmeasurement18gal (US)68l
    Type (1)textCentral bank lubrication system
    Type (2)textGrease is automatically applied to all attachment pivot points, slew bearing, and bucket linkage
    Type (3)textStandard grease reel on machine for bucket linkage
    Type (4)textGrease refill service point accessible from ground
    Type (1)textBoom and stick torsion-resistant with welded box design
    Type (2)textHigh-tensile steel with solid steel castings at pivot areas
    Type (3)textBoom and stick stress-relieved after welding
    Type (4)textFloat valve for boom down function
    Buckets Equipped Withtext– Special liner material covering main wear areas inside and outside – Lip shrouds – Wing shrouds – Heel shrouds
    Maximum Digging Depthmeasurement26.3ft8m
    Maximum Digging Reachmeasurement45.6ft13.9m
    Maximum Digging Heightmeasurement41.9ft12.8m
    Maximum Dump Heightmeasurement27.9ft8.5m
    Bucket Digging Force - SAEmeasurement112600lbf501kN
    Bucket Digging Force - ISOmeasurement120,947lbf538kN
    Stick Digging Force - ISOmeasurement104,761lbf466kN
    Stick Digging Force - SAEmeasurement98800lbf439kN
    Capacity 1:1measurement10.6yd³8.1
    Total Widthmeasurement8.8ft2682mm
    Number of Teethtext5
    Tooth SystemtextCat C70 or M75
    Weight - Including Standard Wear Packagemeasurement18521lb8401kg
    Maximum Material Density - Loosemeasurement3030lb/yd³1.8t/m³
    Operating Weightmeasurement308,000lb140,000kg

    Standard Equipment

    Cat Powertrain

    • Cat C27 Engine
    • Aftertreatment system (used in Tier 4 Final only): – Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) – NOx Reduction System (NRS) – Non-Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) solution
    • Air-to-Air After Cooling (ATAAC)
    • Turbocharger
    • Hydraulically driven radiator fan
    • Electronically controlled fan speed
    • Micro processed engine management
    • Heavy-duty air filters
    • Two stage fuel filtration with water separator
    • High-capacity water seperator
    • Starting aid -- automatic ether
    • Exhaust system heat shields
    • Dual 24 V electric starters
    • Automatic engine idle shut down
    • Automatic fuel priming

    Hydraulics

    • Power Management System with integrated controls: – Flow-on-demand management of implement/travel (3) and swing (1) pumps – Load Enhanced Anticipatory Control (LEAC) to prevent engine lug – Proportional Priority Pressure Compensating (PPPC) technology prioritizes pump flow and pressure to individual functions (boom, stick, and bucket) during simultaneous operations
    • Pressure cut-off for main pumps
    • Cat Hydraulic Hose assemblies
    • Cooling of pump transmission gear oil
    • Closed loop swing circuit
    • Parking brake enabled switch
    • Anti drift swing logic
    • Pressure testing points
    • Full-flow high-pressure filters (200 μm), main pumps
    • Full-flow filters (20 μm), return circuit
    • Full-flow filters (6 μm), cooling return circuit
    • Pressure filters (6 μm), servo circuit
    • Swing charge filters (15 μm)
    • Pump case return screens (125 μm)
    • Boom float valves and regeneration circuit
    • Stick float valve (FS)

    Electrical System

    • Four maintenance-free batteries
    • Lockable battery isolator switch
    • Lockable starter isolator switch
    • 14 LED high-brightness working flood lights
    • 5 LED service lights
    • 2 acoustic travel alarms – forward and reverse (power module, oil cooler module)
    • Two electric horns

    Undercarriage

    • Positive Pin Retention (PPR2) sealed and greased track design
    • Heavy Duty (HD) tracks with cast double-grouser track pads
    • HD fixed axle rollers
    • HD fixed axle idlers
    • HD undercarriage protection: - Propel motor guard - Propel tube guards - Slew bearing lube line protection
    • Automatic hydraulic retarder valve
    • Acoustic travel alarm (forward and reverse)
    • Travel motor covers with service doors
    • Hardened running surfaces of sprockets, idlers, rollers and track chain links
    • Fully hydraulic self-adjusting track tensioning system with accumulator

    Automatic Lubrication System

    • Grease container, 215 L (57 gal) capacity
    • Grease is automatically applied to all attachment pivot points, slew bearing and bucket linkage
    • Grease filters (200 μm)

    Operator Environment

    • Single HVAC system
    • Pressurized cab with positive filtration
    • Travel control pedals with removable hand levers
    • Pneumatically cushioned and multi adjustable comfort seat with: – Seat heating – Lumbar support – Two-point safety belt – Head and arm rests
    • Sliding upper door window
    • Removable lower windshield within cab storage
    • Independently adjustable seat consoles with integrated joysticks
    • Neutral lever (lock out) for all controls
    • Two power outlets, 10 amp total
    • Electronic-Hydraulic Servo Control
    • Joystick controls alternate patterns (ISO/JIS, BHL, MHI, KOBE, or SCM)
    • FM/AM radio with MP3 auxiliary port
    • Sliding side window
    • Wiper/washer for lower and upper windshield
    • Roller blind at windshield
    • Color LCD 178 mm (7") touchscreen display includes: – Service parameters for engine, hydraulics, and lubrication – Event and diagnostic annunciation – Gauges for engine speed, engine oil pressure, hydraulic oil temperature – Preventative maintenance – Trip total – Lifetime totals
    • Fixed access ladder
    • Heated cab mirror
    • Document Storage

    Backhoe Attachment

    • Boom 7.6 m (24 ft 11 in)
    • Boom and stick thermally stress relieved after welding
    • Bucket wear package

    Front Attachment

    • Wear Package (as per bucket selection)

    Cat Technology

    • Cat Product Link™ Elite (Cellular)
    • Cat MineStar™ Solutions Ready

    Service and Maintenance

    • Engine oil exchange interval -- 500 hours
    • Hydraulic oil change interval – 5,000 hours
    • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·SSM) ports
    • Pilot pressure monitoring via Electronic Technician (ET)
    • Centralized service area accessible from ground level for – Diesel fuel – Grease
    • Cat battery charging connector
    • Indicator light for grease
    • Standard lubricant
    • Jump start receptacle

    Safety and Security

    • Emergency stop switches; one in cab, three in engine module, one pull rope accessible from ground level
    • Operator Protective Guard (Top Guard)
    • Laminated front upper window and tempered glass other windows
    • Glass-breaking safety hammer

    Miscellaneous

    • ISO or ANSI decals

    Optional Equipment

    Cat Powertrain

    • Aluminum cooling package
    • Mesabi cooling package

    Undercarriage

    • 700 mm (2 ft 4 in) wide track pads
    • 900 mm (3 ft 0 in) wide track pads
    • 1000 mm (3 ft 3 in) wide track pads
    • Belly plate for additional undercarriage protection
    • Track guards – full
    • Track guards – center
    • HD undercarriage protection: - Propel gearcase cover guard

    COLD WEATHER OPTIONS

    Operator Environment

    • Powered 45° access stairway
    • Camera monitoring system VISION 360 (four cameras and additional color display)

    Backhoe Attachment

    • Stick 3.4 m (11 ft 2 in)
    • Stick 4.1 m (13 ft 5 in)
    • Frontless base machine (no boom, no stick, no linkage)

    SUPERSTRUCTURE

    Cat Technology

    • Cat Product Link Elite (Satellite)
    • Cat Product Link Elite (No radio)

    CAB

    Cold Weather

    • Cold Weather Package (120 V): Engine coolant heater - external power source required, 60 Hz
    • Cold Weather Package (240 V): Engine coolant heater - External power source required, 50 Hz

    Service and Maintenance

    • Cat Bio HYDO™ Advanced hydraulic fluid
    • High temperature lubricant
    • Low temperature lubricant

    ATTACHMENT

    Safety and Security

    • Operator Protective Guard (front guard)

    Buckets

    • Additional buckets available, based on application, through your local Cat dealer

    Attachments