Hitachi Construction Machinery will start selling "RBT series" hydraulic excavators compatible with domestic remote control solutions in May 2024. As a first step, two mid-sized hydraulic excavator models are equipped with controls remote will be released to the market. The sales target is 10 units per year for these two models. Building IT using machine control functions is also possible. By adding remote control solutions to our product line, we will contribute to solving problems such as improving safety, productivity and the working environment.
RBT series remote control image (from press release materials)
The series name ``RBT'' comes from ''READY TO BE ROBOT'' which means the robot works without a driver mounted on the vehicle body. Remote control is performed using levers and switches on the remote control. Necessary information about the vehicle such as the angle between the vehicle body and the sprocket, engine coolant temperature and remaining fuel level are displayed on the screen inside the remote control. It can also be operated by an operator.
It is also equipped with a function that can pre-limit the operating range of the hydraulic excavator. When approaching the set boundary, the operating speed will slow down and stop. The remote control measures 360 mm wide x 180 mm deep x 188 mm high and weighs approximately 3.0 kg. The communication distance is about 300 meters.
The first type is the 20 ton type "ZX200A-7" and the 30 ton type "ZX330A-7". Standard retail price (ex-factory, excluding tax) is 35,994,000 yen for type 200A-7 and 56,091,000 yen for type 330A-7.
