Cat® HW300 Highwall Mining System -- Product Video

Linking underground and surface mining operations, the Cat® Highwall Mining System is a testament to versatile mining equipment. The Cat HW300 offers a safe and innovative method for extracting coal from outcropping seams in a multitude of applications. The industry-leading Cat highwall mining system is a new, low-cost addition to traditional mining methods. The system can produce 40 000-110 000 tonnes (44,000-121,000 tons) of coal per month, depending on seam height. Capable of full operation with a three to four-man crew, the Cat highwall mining system averages 27-36 tonnes (30-40 tons) per man-hour. Learn more at