The TEREX | Unit Rig integrated ROPS Cab instrumentation to reduce eyestrain, and a
provides a full 180 degrees of vision, and pressurized and fresh air filtration system to
meets SAE J1040 requirements. The TEREX | reduce dust contamination and keep drivers
Unit Rig MT Series ROPS cab is designed for comfortable and productive.
safe operation incorporating cab-under-floor
In addition, a sound abatement package reduces
protection from flying debris, and tailgate pro-
the noise level in the cab to a sound exposure
tection in the event of a truck collision.
Leq (equivalent sound level) of less than 82 dB(A)
The MT 5500 cab features an efficient interior when tested per ANSI/SAE J1166 MAY90.
with room for two full size seats, back-lit cab
Smooth Ride
The independent front beam axle provides the extended tire life. The king pin is located in
MT 5500 with the smoothest ride in mining. close proximity to the tire center line to reduce
The axle is pin connected to the main frame tire scrubbing, and absorb steering forces.
with four drag links and two suspensions plus
a panhard rod for lateral stability. This arrange-
ment reduces stress loads to the frame by 50
percent.
In addition all steering components are mount-
ed directly to the front axle for simplicity with
fewer moving parts. For ease of maintenance
all components are easily accessible, and the
oversized wheel bearings feature a projected
life of 20,000 hours.
The independent front beam axle provides true
tire tracking regardless of suspension stroke
for improved handling, maneuverability, and
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MT 5500
360 Ton (326 mt) Payload
ENGINES AVAILABLE
BRAKE SYSTEMS
SUSPENSION
Hydraulic brake actuation system features: fully modulat-
Four nitrogen over oil cylindrical ed service brakes (foot or hand operated), fully modulat-
suspension struts provide maxi- ed secondary brake (foot or hand operated), loading
mum driver comfort and are inter- brake and spring apply, hydraulically released parking
changeable left to right, keeping brake. Hydraulic pressure supplied by accumulators (3)
inventory cost low. charged by a pressure compensated piston pump.
Upper and lower suspension Option: Service brakes automatically applied when accu-
attachment points to frame are mulator pressure drops below 1 400 psi (9 600 kPa).
clevis and pin connected, providing Front brakes – 4 calipers per wheel on 511⁄2 inch
rugged reliability and easy mainte- (1 308 mm) wheel speed discs.
nance.
Rear brakes – 2 calipers per wheel on 2 - 31 inch
Variable rebound rate provides a (787 mm) armature speed discs.
smooth ride, reduces impact and
improves truck handling. Both axles Park Brake – 4 spring apply, hydraulic release.
incorporate a clevis and pin lateral Braking system meets the requirements of
stabilizing link to ensure true tire SAE/ISO 3450.
tracking and maximize truck perfor-
mance. Rugged
bellows encloses and protects sus-
pension rod.
Front: Stroke: 12 inch (305 mm)
Rear: Stroke: 7.25 inch (184 mm)
Rear axle
oscillation: ±5.3°
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SUPERSTRUCTURE FRAME
Rugged one piece “I” beam construction featuring a Completely computer
closed bottom to provide cab-under-floor protection for aided designed utilizing
the operator and to protect critical components from special alloy steel,
road damage and mud damage. Top access to engine, double box section
piping and electrical wiring for easy maintenance construction. Center
access. Deck components located to optimize driver cross member incor-
visibility. porates wrap around
spherical axle box
nose cone connection.
Continuous frame rail beams with
deep section in critical area along
with ROPS supports for rugged
dependable service.
Specifications subject to change without notice. Some items shown may be optional at extra cost.
MT 5500 is protected by one or more U.S. patents, foreign patents or patents pending.
Form MT55/0306