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MD6310 Rotary Blasthole Drill

MD6310

Rotary Drills
The Cat® MD6310 is a powerful, flexible rotary blasthole drill that offers a wide variety of features and options designed to meet your site’s specific needs and challenges. A world-class cab helps keep operators safe and comfortable while increasing performance. And it’s infused with the latest technologies that increase productivity and allow for autonomous drilling—improving the efficiency of all downstream operations. ​Designed to drill holes from 229-311 mm (9-12.25 in) in diameter, the MD6310 is is optimized for single-pass or multi-pass drilling in both rotary and down-the-hole drilling modes.
Pull-Down Capacity
Up to 39 009 kg (86,000 lb)
Hole Diameter
229-311 mm (9-12.25 in)
Engine
Cat® C32B
Bit Load
Up to 42 149 kg (Up to 92,922 lb)

Key Features

Specifications

Metric | Imperial
Pull-Down/Hoisting Capacity Expand Collapse
Pull-Down Capacity
Up to 39 009 kg (86,000 lb)
Hole Diameter
229-311 mm (9-12.25 in)
Engine
Cat® C32B
Bit Load
Up to 42 149 kg (Up to 92,922 lb)
Body Length - Standard Cab
43.54 ft 13.27 m
Length - Mast Down - Extended Cab
83.33 ft 25.43 m
Length - Mast Down - Standard Cab
69.23 ft 21.1 m
Width - Front
17.68 ft 5.39 m
Body Length - Extended Cab
42.24 ft 13.79 m
Height - Mast Up
65.39 ft 19.93 m
Width - Rear
20.74 ft 6.32 m
13.7 m (44.9 ft) Mast - Hoist Speed
122.7 ft/min 37.4 m/min
17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast - Hoist Speed
122.7 ft/min 37.4 m/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 17.5 m
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 13.7 m
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 751 kW
Emissions (Equivalent to Tier 2): Power Rating ISO 14396
1031 hp 769 kW
Drawbar Pull
122971 lbf 547000 N
Track chain guards and guides
Level two
Travel Speed
1.5 mile/h 2.45 km/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 750 mm
Components (10)
In-deck mounted battery box
Components (9)
Self-closing, gates secure egress ladder locations
Components (12)
Air hose retention devices
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Components (6)
Wiring for third party interface
Feature
Approach angle of 14 degrees facilitates loading and unloading on a lowboy
Components (7)
Bit storage box in-deck with hinged cover (option)
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (11)
Ground level keyed battery disconnect/starter lockout with remote jump start terminals
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (5)
Four (4) lift lugs, for use with cables or chains
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (8)
Delayed engine shut down
Components (10)
In-deck mounted battery box
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)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (12)
Air hose retention devices
Components (17)
Tram interlock, mast up and locked or down and parked
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
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)
Bit storage box in-deck with hinged cover (option)
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 (6)
Wiring for third party interface
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (11)
Ground level keyed battery disconnect/starter lockout with remote jump start terminals
Components (5)
Four (4) lift lugs, for use with cables or chains
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)
Self-closing, gates secure egress ladder locations
Body Length - Standard Cab
43.54 ft 13.27 m
Body Length - Extended Cab
42.24 ft 13.79 m
Width - Rear
20.74 ft 6.32 m
Length - Mast Down - Standard Cab
69.23 ft 21.1 m
Length - Mast Down - Extended Cab
83.33 ft 25.43 m
Height - Mast Up
65.39 ft 19.93 m
Width - Front
17.68 ft 5.39 m
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)
Fuel tank capacity 1609 L (425 gal)
Features (6)
Three egress points on deck areas in addition to main access
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)
Sturdy guardrails, toe guards, self closing gates
Features (14)
Mast lanyard mounting provisions (option)
Features (8)
Angle drilling 0-30°; in 5° increments
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
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
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)
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (5)
Four (4) lift lugs, for use with cables or chains
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (6)
Wiring for third party interface
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
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
Variable speed control
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
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)
Wiring for third party interface
Features (2)
Pulldown/hoist system is a single cylinder
Features (3)
Fuel tank capacity 1609 L (425 gal)
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Features (6)
Three egress points on deck areas in addition to main access
Components (10)
In-deck mounted battery box
Features (7)
Sturdy guardrails, toe guards, self closing gates
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (8)
Delayed engine shut down
Features (4)
Feed system accommodates multiple pipe diameters
Features (5)
Variable grip hydraulic break out wrench (HOBO) for range of pipe diameters
Components (9)
Self-closing, gates secure egress ladder locations
Features (1)
13.7 m (44.9 ft) or 17.5 m (57.4 ft) Mast configurations complete with pipe rack carousel
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Features
Functional in ambient temperature of 52° C (125° F)
Components (6)
Wiring for third party interface
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (5)
Four (4) lift lugs, for use with cables or chains
Type
Autonomy ready
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Optional Cat Terrain for Drills - Mining System Interface
– Production
– Navigation
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
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 203 mm
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 178 mm
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 194 mm
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 219 mm
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 235 mm
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 219 mm
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 203 mm
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 178 mm
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 194 mm
Note
Variable speed control
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
Cable Diameter
0.5 in 13 mm
Winch Reach - Past The Drill Deck
20 ft 6.1 m
Capacity Rating
4000 lb 1814 kg
Note
Variable speed control
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)
Bit storage box in-deck with hinged cover (option)
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
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)
Self-closing, gates secure egress ladder locations
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
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)
Wiring for third party interface
Components (14)
ECM controlled proportional fan speed control system
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)
Four (4) lift lugs, for use with cables or chains
Components (10)
In-deck mounted battery box
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)
Ground level keyed battery disconnect/starter lockout with remote jump start terminals
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)
Delayed engine shut down
Components (12)
Air hose retention devices
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (5)
Four (4) lift lugs, for use with cables or chains
Components (1)
Coolers with easy cleaning access
Components (6)
Wiring for third party interface
Components (4)
Ether starting aid; ether bottle supplied locally
Components (5)
Four (4) lift lugs, for use with cables or chains
Components (3)
Deck wrench, sliding
Components (2)
Separate engine cooling module
Choice (1)
Fixed access ladder to the cab area
Choice (2)
Cascading, hydraulic stairs to cab area (option) – includes jack and tram interlock that activates when the stairs are down
Choice (3)
Cab perimeter walkway available with either choice
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
Vertical to 30° (in 5° increments)
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
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 235 mm
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
Variable speed control
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
Working Weight Range - Minimum/Maximum
75 800/97 000 kg (167,110/213,848 lb)
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)
Working Weight Range - Minimum/Maximum
75 800/97 000 kg (167,110/213,848 lb)

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