Higher cutting performance, lower fuel consumption

Surface Miner 2200 SM 3.8

The new Surface Miner 2200 SM 3.8

Continuous process
of improvement
A continuous process of improvement for our customers benet
is one of the fundamental company philosophies cultivated by
Wirtgen the market leader in
surface mining.
Increasing both the cutting performance and effective uptime is one
of our main priorities in surface
mining.

Cutting performance increased by 25%,

fuel consumption reduced by 15%
Positive effects exemplied
in coal mining
A series of improvements implemented in the Wirtgen 2200 SM 3.8
surface miner for use in, for example, Indian coal mines resulted in a
signicant increase in productivity
in comparison with the standard
model. The miners track record
shows an increase of the cutting
performance by up to 25% while
the specic diesel consumption
was reduced by up to 15%.

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Economical
mining of soft rock
High production rates
using the windrowing
process
Mining soft rock at maximum
production rates and economic
efciency the 2200 SM 3.8
surface miner has been developed
to meet exactly these criteria for
success. The centrepiece of the
compact, yet powerful machine
is the 3.8 m wide cutting drum
which offers numerous innovative
features. It cuts soft rock with unconned compressive strengths of
up to 35 MPa, such as coal or salt,
in a highly productive process,
depositing it in three windrows
behind the machine.
The cutting drum unit represents
state-of-the-art technology
based on optimizations that were
the result of extensive eld testing.
It offers maximum cutting performance while fully utilizing the
machines engine power at the
same time. Further positive effects
include low specic fuel consumption rates, optimized tool use and
minimized nes content as a result
of gentle material transport.

Drilling

Blasting

Loading

Crushing

A single operation instead of four with the 2200 SM 3.8 surface miner from Wirtgen

Cutting performance, laminar

or brittle soft rock (such as coal)

optimized for soft rock

standard

2,000

Cutting performance (m / h)

1,800
1,600
1,400
1,200
1,000
800
600
0

10
20
30
Unconned compressive strength (MPa)

40

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Effective optimizations
on a broad scale
Focusing on
customer benets
Increasing the cutting performance
of the 2200 SM 3.8 by up to 25 %
in comparison with the standard
model means a huge step forward.
It was achieved by a meticulous
analysis of the cutting and transport processes. This resulted in
the surface miner being subjected
to a comprehensive process of
improvement. The main components coming under close scrutiny
included the cutting drum housing
and cutting drum.
Optimizing the durability of
individual components of the
2200 SM 3.8 and simplifying the
maintenance procedures additionally resulted in an increase of the
miners effective uptime by up to
15 %. The improvements in this
area focused in particular on the
track units and machine frame.

IMPROVED
CABIN SEALING

OPTIMIZED
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

EXTREMELY DURABLE
TRACK UNITS

HEAVY-DUTY
CUTTING DRUM HOUSING

CUTTING DRUM WITH

INCREASED CUTTING
CIRCLE DIAMETER

EXHAUST SYSTEM WITH

OPTIMIZED SERVICE LIFE

REINFORCED CHASSIS
AT PULLEY HOUSING AND
CUTTING DRUM ASSEMBLY

LARGER MATERIAL
DISCHARGE OPENING

WEAR-OPTIMIZED
EDGE SEGMENTS
APPLICATION-ENGINEERED
CUTTING DRUM DESIGN

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Cutting drum unit precisely tailored

to the mining of soft rock
Designed for top
performance
The robust, 3.8-m wide cutting
drum assembly is based not only
on eld-proven components but
also on concepts specially developed for the highly productive
mining of soft rock. The cutting
drum housing consists entirely
of highly wear-resistant material.
Effective closure of the drum
assembly on the left and right is
ensured by two hydraulically lifting
side plates. The integrated water
spray system reduces dust development when cutting dry useful
minerals. Three large material
discharge openings in the scraper
blade allow large amounts of
material to be deposited in three
windrows behind the machine.
Different types of highly wearresistant mining tools cut rock with
unconned compressive strengths
of up to 35 MPa. Ready access to
the cutting drum and the hydraulic
drum turning device additionally
allow for easy tool replacement.

3.8-m wide cutting drum unit optimized for soft rock

Cutting circle diameter increased from 1,115 mm to

1,300 mm for high working
depth and high mining volumes

Special cutting drum developed

for the windrowing process with
high, slender holder bases but
without conveying helices for
minimum energy requirements

Intelligent cutting tool arrangement for a minimum content of

nes and low cost of wear

Specially designed edge segments for reduced face wear of

the edge segments

Increased, heavy-duty cutting

drum housing fully welded at
the front for low wear and tear in
tough operating conditions

Water spray bars in front of and

behind the cutting drum assembly to reduce the development
of dust

Larger openings in the scraper blade and additional bafe

plates to optimize the ow of
large quantities of rock

Rubber aprons at the scraper

to ensure optimal sealing of the
cutting drum assembly

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A cutting width of 3.8 m and

cutting depth of up to 350 mm
guarantee high mining volumes.

The material is deposited in three windrows

for immediate pick-up by wheel loaders.

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Highly manoeuvrable and

ruggedized for tough operations
The reinforced machine frame and heavy
counterweight at the front provide machine
stability in tough mining operations.

Three different steering modes

optimize manoeuvrability in restricted
space conditions.

Maintaining maximum traction

The 2200 SM 3.8 features a nger-light hydraulic all-track steering
system which gives all four track
units large steering angles. The
advantages are obvious, especially
when working in restricted space
conditions: the inner turning radius of only 2.5 m and crab steering
mode allow fast manoeuvring. In
addition, separately height-adjustable track units ensure high ground
clearance: they facilitate operation
on uneven ground, reverse travel
or machine loading. An engageable
hydraulic differential lock addi-

tionally provides optimum traction

regardless of ground conditions. The
miners operating and travel speeds
are continuously adjustable.
The 2200 SM 3.8 also features an
amazingly high climbing ability and
tremendous longitudinal inclination
which enable it to be used for operations in difcult peripheral areas
or for the production of separate
access roads and ramps in the mine.
The components exposed to exceptionally high levels of wear and tear

in the tough mining operations have

additionally been given an even more
robust design: the track units have
undergone a complete redesign and
pay for themselves quickly by a signicantly extended service life. The
machine frame has been reinforced
especially at the pulley housing and
at the connection to the cutting drum
unit to optimize the stability of the
miner. The supplementary weight,
which has been increased by 400 kg,
ensures perfect weight distribution at
the front of the machine.

Optimization of
the track units

LARGER TRACK
PAD BOLTS

MASSIVE
TRACK FRAME

HEAVY-DUTY
GUIDE WHEEL

REINFORCED
CHAIN LINKS

LARGER
DRIVE WHEEL

REINFORCED
TRACK PADS

Clipped corner: chamfered track pad

edges extend the lifespan of the bolted
connections.

Wear-resistant inner and

outer baffle plates additionally extend the
service life of the two rear track units.

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Work at ease and

in a protected environment

Large glass windows offer

perfect visibility to both sides.

Special sealing proles provide optimal

sealing of the cabins upper and lower
sections as well as of the cabin door.

Relaxed working
boosts productivity
Inside the cabin, the operator is
protected from outside inuences
such as extremely high or low
temperatures, wind, rain, dust,
vibrations or high noise levels.
The spacious, anti-vibration
mounted cabin is soundproof and
features a heating and air-conditioning system. These comfort
features prevent fatigue and allow
productive working for extended
periods of time. Relaxed working
is, of course, also promoted by
good visibility and ease of operation. To provide a full view of the
working area, the cabin features
large glass windows and extends
beyond the sides of the machine
on the left and right.

Operation from the left or right: the two

identical control panels have a small
number of buttons and switches and
can be separately adjusted in height,
pivoted or moved to either side.

Ample space, ergonomic design,

comfort features and good visibility
ensure operator comfort.

At the same time, the operator

has a good view to both sides and
immediate access to the controls.
Both control panels can be moved
far to the left or right and adjusted
individually. In addition, the miner
is equipped with the electronic automatic levelling system
LEVEL PRO which quickly and
precisely corrects any changes
in the reference plane for cutting
depth control.

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Ease of maintenance
for tough operations

Maintenance is no problem at all as the

entire machine offers ready access.

Engine power used efciently

The air lters have been installed

in an extra-high position where the
air is cleanest and as far away as
possible from the exhaust system.
Non-stressed mounting of the
exhaust system guarantees a long
life of the system components.

In tough mining operations, the

mechanical cutting drum drive with
power belts stands out for its high
efciency. Changing the belt pulleys
allows for two different cutting
speeds. The almost loss-free power
transmission guarantees highest
efciency and top-of-the-range
daily production rates while keeping
maintenance simple. In addition,
the high-performance diesel engine
unleashes tremendous power when
it counts. An intelligent machine
management system controls the

miners advance rate fuel-efciently

and in accordance with the engine
load.
All points of maintenance are arranged in a clear pattern and offer
ready access. Separate accesses
allow the cabin air lters, which are
installed in optimal locations above
the 2200 SM 3.8s cabin, to be replaced quickly and easily. The engine
cowling can be opened hydraulically
and offers ideal access to the fully
soundproofed engine compartment.

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Technical specication 2200 SM 3.8

Dimensions in mm

5,030
3,025

4,590

4,780

5,380

9,100

560

3,200

2,700

1,630

1,100

5,900
9,340

Machine weights
Empty weight of machine without lling media
Operating weight, CE *

50,350 kg
53,500 61,500 kg

Transport weights of individual components

Weight of upper part of operators cabin

1,300 kg

Weight of cutting drum assembly 3,800 mm

18,000 kg

Weight of roll bar

1,450 kg

Supplementary weight, front

4,700 kg

* = weight of machine with half-full water tank, half-full fuel tank, driver (75 kg) and on-board tools, excluding optional equipment

Weights of lling media

Water tank lling in kg

5,000 kg

Diesel tank lling in kg (0.83 kg / l)

1,160 kg

Optional equipment features increasing / reducing empty weight

Driver and tools
Driver

75 kg

On-board tools

30 kg

Optional additional equipment

Canopy

280 kg

Fully enclosed operators cabin

2,320 kg

Low-temperature kit

1,130 kg

Supplementary weight, rear

2,500 kg

Dimensions in mm

1,680
1,680

950

2,070

1,660

3,800

4,570

2,500

1,115

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Equipment features of 2200 SM 3.8

Standard equipment
Basic machine
Hydraulically opening, soundproof engine cowling
Air intake with cyclonic pre-cleaner
Engine cooling system with temperature-governed
fan speed
Storage compartments for cutting tool containers
Standard painting in Wirtgen white with orange stripes
Cutting drum assembly
Mechanical cutting drum drive via multiple V-belts with
automatic belt tensioner
Cutting drum housing of wear-resistant material
Two cutting drum speeds
Water spray system in cutting drum assembly
Hydraulically lifting edge protection plates
Deposition of material in three windrows behind the
machine
Cutting drum
Cutting drum for cutting rock with a maximum
compressive strength of 50 MPa
Cutting drum, working width 3,800 mm, HT6 welded
toolholder system, tool spacing 50 mm
Machine and levelling control
Clearly structured main control panel with functional
switches
Multi-functional control screen including display of
major machine parameters
Engageable, automatic cutting power control unit
Engageable, automatic traction control
Wirtgen information and diagnosis system WIDIS 32
Two exterior control panels for operation by ground
staff
Digital height indicator
LEVEL PRO automatic levelling system with hydraulic
milling depth sensors at the side plates, left and right
Cutting depth measurement via sensor package and
display on LEVEL PRO screen

Operators platform
Anti-vibration mounted, walk-through operators
platform
Individually adjustable comfort control panels
Individually adjustable comfort drivers seats, left and
right
Lockable covers for control panels
Two mirrors at the front, one mirror at the rear of the
machine
Chassis and height adjustment
All-track steering system with freely selectable steering
modes
Double grouser track pads
Inner and outer material guide plates at the rear track
units
Fourfold full-oating axle for high machine stability
Intelligent track speed control with hydraulic all-track
drive
Miscellaneous
Lighting package with 11 working spotlights
Air compressor system
Comprehensive toolkit in lockable toolbox
Safety package with 6 emergency stop switches
European design type certication, GS mark (Geprfte
Sicherheit = Tested Safety) and CE conformity
Standard warranty of 12 months or 1,000 engine
operating hours
Machine commissioning by qualied personnel
Comprehensive operating manual and machine
documentation

Optional equipment
Basic machine
Special painting in one or several colours
Battery-operated hydraulic module for emergency
functions

Operators platform
Hydraulically extendable and retractable canopy
Spacious, comfortable cabin including heating and
air-conditioning system

Cutting drum assembly

Drum turning device for cutting tool replacement
Pneumatic cutting tool extractor

Miscellaneous
Screen system including display
Lighting system including 6 LED working lights
and 3 LED ashing beacons
Water tank lling, rear
Comprehensive low-temperature kit including preheating system to achieve operational readiness and
including insulation and heating system for permanent reliable machine operation at up to -20C
Wiggins quick-lling system for diesel refuelling
Electrically operated diesel tank lling pump
Hydraulically operated water tank lling pump
High-pressure cleaner
Supplementary weight, 2,500 kg

Machine and levelling control

RAPID SLOPE cross slope sensor
Sonic ski sensor for scanning a stringline
Multiplex sensors with two additional ultrasonic sensors including bracket and cable in 3-fold Multiplex
system package, right
Multiplex sensors with two additional ultrasonic sensors including bracket and cable in 3-fold Multiplex
system package, left and right
Pre-installation of laser sensor including laser signal
receiver but excluding laser signal transmitter

Technical specication 2200 SM 3.8

Cutting drum
Cutting width, max.

3,800 mm

Cutting depth with conveyor system *1

0 350 mm

Tool spacing

50 mm

Number of cutting tools

Drum diameter with tools

100
1,300 mm

Engine
Manufacturer

Caterpillar

Type

C27 ATAAC

Cooling

water

Number of cylinders
Rated power

12
708 kW / 950 HP / 963 PS

Fuel consumption, full load

2

Fuel consumption, /3 load

Emission standards
Electrical system

187 l / h
125 l / h
no EC regulation / US Tier 2
24 V

Tank capacities
Fuel tank
Hydraulic uid tank
Water tank

1,400 l
550 l
5,000 l

Driving properties
Operating and travel speed

0 84 m / min (0 5 km / h)

Theoretical gradeability

90%

Max. longitudinal inclination of machine when

operating at upward or downward slopes

25%

Ground clearance

370 mm

Crawler tracks
Crawler tracks (L x W x H)

2,200 x 370 x 790 mm

Shipping dimensions
Machine without cutting drum assembly (L x W x H)

9,340 x 2,800 x 3,000 mm

Upper part of operators cabin (L x W x H)

2,550 x 3,300 x 1,500 mm

Roll bar (L x W x H)

6,400 x 2,240 x 1,637 mm

Cutting drum assembly 3,800 mm (L x W x H)

4,570 x 2,800 x 2,150 mm

*1 = The maximum cutting depth may deviate from the value indicated, due to tolerances and wear.

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Wirtgen GmbH
Reinhard-Wirtgen-Str. 2 53578 Windhagen Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 26 45 / 131-0 Fax: +49 (0) 26 45 / 131-392
Internet: www.wirtgen.com E-Mail: info@wirtgen.com

Illustrations and texts are non-binding and may include customized ttings. Subject to technical changes.
Performance data depend on operational conditions. No. 2366206 25-13 EN-10/14 by Wirtgen GmbH 2014. Printed in Germany