EH1700-3 Hitachi EH1700-3 Specifications & Technical Data (2016—2017)

Fuel Efficient

The EH1700 uses the efficient 783 kW (1 050 HP) MTU Detroit Series 2000 engine, providing long life while optimizing performance and reliability. As well as being fuel efficient, the engine fulfills the requirements of U.S. EPA Tier 2.

Superior Suspension

The Hitachi trailing arm suspension system delivers excellent maneuverability, even at higher speeds. The trailing arm layout offers greater ease of servicing while improving truck performance compared to suspended king-pin designs. The pivot mounting of the trailing arm design allows only axial input to the strut and allows wheel movement in the vertical plane only.

Trailing Arm Design Benefits

The trailing arm suspension design allows the front struts to be removed and installed without removing the trailing arm or tires. This means fewer tools and less labor time are required, resulting in less downtime and higher productivity.

Fully Hydraulic Brake

The fully hydraulic brakes feature high reliability, durability and serviceability. Optimized brake force yields maximum available braking power under various conditions for each operation. Unique ventilation for rear brake proportioning maximizes stop performance under slippery road conditions.

Auto-Lubrication System (Optional)

A pump fed system automatically applies grease to areas such as plumbing. The lubricant is automatically delivered in precise, small measured quantities to all connected lube points in the system. A choice between the Groeneveld or the Lincoln lubrication system is available.

Unique Body Design

The single sloped floor evenly distributes material shedding during dumping. A continuously exhaust-heated body reduces carry-back of material, muffles exhaust. Horizontal floor and side rail stiffeners distribute load shocks evenly over the entire body length, minimizing stress concentrations in any one area. Closely spaced floor stiffeners reduce wear due to impact loading.

Robust Frame

Full fabricated box section main rails with section height tapered from rear to front. Narrow at the rear to support the load and wider at the front allowing truck stability and excellent engine access for servicing. The plane top and bottom flanges that eliminate cross member tie in joints and provide a large exposed center. For access to frame junctions are blended and ground to minimize stress concentrations. Weld joints are oriented longitudinally to the principal flow of stress for greater durability and more strength. Frame utilizes 345 MPa yield high strength low alloy steel that is robotically welded to ensure consistently high quality welds.

Reinforced Body

Built for quarry and mining applications, the EH1700 body uses a 18 mm floor plate and bin steel plates made of 400 BHN high-tensile steel. This provides high resistance to wear and impact. A low loading height that can be easily loaded by a variety of loading tools.

Ease of Operation

The new HI-TECH (Hitachi Technology) ROPS/FOPS Cab features a center integrated, "flat panel" style dashboard that positions the display and controls within close view of the road ahead. Appropriate positioning of the operator and generous sizing of the cab windows provide the operator with more ground area visibility. All-steel cab double-wall construction and a 3-point rubber isolation-mount absorb shocks and noise. The new high-powered heater provides ample BTUs for all environments and working conditions. The new Hitachi cab, designed by Hitachi and used in current trucks, will perform its function of increasing output and productivity by keeping the operator comfortable during the most rigid of work cycles.