Battery Electric 4 Tonne LHD

• Zero-Emission Battery Electric Powertrain

Traction Motor Auxiliary Motor Batteries (LiFePO4)

Torque, Peak 1200 Nm 885 ft-lb Torque, Continuous 360 Nm 265.5 ft-lb Primary Pack
Torque, Continuous 525 Nm 387 ft-lb Nominal Energy 88 kWh
Power 100 kW 134.1 hp
Power
Peak Combined 270 kW 362 hp
Continuous Combined 150 kW 201 hp
• A4 FEATURES The A4 produces zero diesel emissions thereby reducing
demand on your mine’s ventilation and cooling systems
making deep mining possible. It improves working
High Performance Powertrain conditions and enables the incalculable benefits of a
The A4 uses a powerful battery electric motor healthier underground environment.
generating 150 kW and 800 Nm of torque.
We use Lithium-Iron Phosphate chemistry
(LiFePO4) for our patented battery system.
Our power is not constrained by ventilation
limitations and therefore we use the most
powerful electric motors available which
directly improves productivity.

Regenerative Braking
SAHR with electric regeneration allows for
the battery to recharge during the braking
process by converting mechanical energy
into electrical energy. This feature is making
the industry rethink their mine designs in
order to support this valuable technology.
In the right environment, a battery electric
vehicle could potentially operate for an
entire shift on a single charge. This directly
translates to added production and increased
revenue for the mine.

Zero-Emissions
All of our vehicles have zero-emissions
which provide a healthier environment for
the operator. The implementation of battery
electric vehicles will have a significant
reduction in ventilation, heat and overall
operating cost resulting in a positive impact
on the mine’s bottom line.
The A4 LHD is by far the smallest LHD capable of carrying
4 tonnes. Its compact stance allows for the best line of
sight visibility - far better than any machine in its class. It
Innovative Design is more maneuverable with a 20% tighter turning radius.
Designed to offer the most power in the It has 350% of the power and far more torque than its
smallest footprint. The A4 has 350% of the diesel rival while producing only 1/8th of the heat. All of
power of a diesel 2.0 yd. LHD. This vehicle this translates to higher productivity, more tonnes moved
loads quicker, hauls up steep grades faster per shift and a greater return on your investment.
and provides precise, responsive operator
commands.
• A4 FEATURES
ROPS / FOPS Certified Canopy

Peak Combined / Continuous 250 / 135 kW LiFePO4 88 kWh Battery Pack

Liquid Cooled Brushless Electric Motor Available Upgrade to 133 kWh

Heavy Duty Hoist and Dump

Cylinders with Load Sensors

Battery Management
System (BMS)

Spring Applied Hydraulically Released (SAHR)

Brakes with Electric Regeneration

Alternate Bucket Sizes

for Different Ore Density Dana Axles
 • A4 2019 FEATURE UPDATES
Increased Operator Compartment Room

New Solid State Power Distribution

New Low Profile Version
System For Increased Reliability

Improved Hydraulics System

With Higher Efficiency

Autolube System

New Joystick and

Improved
New Ergonomic
Mucking Guard
Adjustable Arm Rests

Increased Power and Speed

Increased Tractive Effort
Increased Performance and Efficiency
Improved Maintainability and Serviceability
Improved Central oscillation Structure Zero-Maintenance
Drive Line Components Higher Load Rated Tires
• A4 SPECIFICATIONS
The A4 LHD is more than a meter
shorter than its diesel rival,
offering superior agility and
far greater visibility than any
machine it its class. Operators
prefer the A4 for its powerful and
productive mucking capability as
well as its cool, quiet performance
with zero diesel fumes.

• 4 second raising time

• 3 second lowering time
• 2.5 second dump time
• A4 SPECIFICATIONS • A4 SPECIFICATIONS

General Information Powertrain Main Hydraulic Componnts Electrical Equipment

Main Dimensions Motor Pressure / Capacity Low-Voltage Batteries 2 x 12 V, 38 Ah

Overall Length 6,200 mm 244.1 in Type Permanent Magnet, AC, 3 phase Main Relief 290 bar 4,206 psi 5 Front (4 white 1 blue)
Driving and Working Lights
5 Back (2 white 3 red)
Overall Width 1,680 mm 66.1 in Torque, Peak / Continuous 1200 / 525 Nm 885 / 387 ft-lb Oil Tank Capacity 90.8 L 24 US gal.
24 V Power Supply 130 A @ 27 V
Overall Height 1,650 mm 65 in Power Peak / Continuous 170 / 100 kW 228 / 114 hp • Variable displacement, load sensing, axial piston, 75 cc / rev
Overall Height with ROPS/ Max Motor Speed 4,500 rpm pump Other Standard Equipment
2,160 mm 85 in • Electronically controlled load-sensing valve with post
FOPS
Transfer Case compensation
• Digital Touchscreen Display
Turning Radius • Central Manual Lubrication System
Dana 360 2 speed (optional) Motor / Pump
Inner 2,070 mm 81.5 in • SAE JIC Hose Fittings
Axles Type Permanent Magnet, AC, 3 phase
Outer 4,170 mm 164.1 in
All Axles Dana 113 Limited Slip 45% Torque peak / continuous 360 / 190 Nm 265.5 / 140.1 ft-lb
Optional Equipment
Operating
Center Articulation / Power peak / continuous 100 / 50 kW 134.102 / 67.1 hp • Radio Remote Control
+/-40 Deg / +/- 9 Deg
Total Operating Weight 10,886.2 kg 24,000 lb Oscillation
Max. Motor Speed 2800 rpm • Traction Control
Front Axle 2,721.6 kg 6,000 lb Tires • High-Capacity 132 kWh battery pack
Steering • Foam-Filled Tires
Rear Axle 8,164.7 kg 18,000 lb Tyre Size / Type 9.00 R 20 / Michelin XMine D2 LR5 • Two double-acting steer cylinders for balanced articulation • ROPS/FOPS canopy
rate • Auto Lubrication System
Loaded Batteries • Cast Bucket Lip
Total Loaded Weight 14,886 kg 32,818 lb Brakes • Ejector Bucket
Voltage 600 VDC
Dynamic service braking through the electric drive motor, • 2.5yd Bucket (0.5yd capacity increase)
Front Axle 9,526.4 kg 21,002 lb Energy 88 kWh (132 kWh optional) additional service braking through multi disc hydraulically • Bucket Wear Package
applied brakes in each axle. The parking brake is an internal
Rear Axle 5,359.7 kg 121,037 lb Chemistry LiFePO4 SAHR multi disc brake in each axle.
• MICO electric proportioning valve
Capacities • MICO accumulator charge valve and piston type accumulator
Tramming Capacity 4,000 kg 8,818.5 lb

Break Out Force, Lift 7,000 kgf 15,432.4 lbf Bucket

• Fully hydraulic closed center load sense system with axial
Break Out Force, Tilt 8,000 kgf 17,637 lb piston pump
• Electronic z-axis joystick with dual lift cylinders and single
Standard Bucket 1.5 m³ 2.0 yd³ dump cylinder
• Z-bar linkage for higher rollback force and faster bucket
Bucket Motion Times
articulation
Raising Time 4 sec.

Lowering Time 3 sec.

Dumping Time 2.5 sec.

Vehical Performance (Loaded)

16 / 24
Tramming Speed (HI/LO) 9.9 / 15 mph
km/h
Tractive Effort 98/68 kN 61 / 42 klbf
• A4 SPECIFICATIONS • A4 SPECIFICATIONS

Tractive Effort Curve

100
RIGHT SIDE VIEW Low Gear
90 High Gear

80
508 mm (20 in) 3408 mm
ROPS/FOPS (134.2 in)
70
A4 2403 mm
(94.6 in)

Tractive Effort (kN)

1651 mm (65 in) 60
OVERALL HEIGHT
1220 mm
640 mm (48 in) 50
(25.2 in)
16°
216 mm 1054 mm 1431 mm
(52.8 in) 40
(8.5 in) (41.5 in)
2215 mm 2121 mm 1868 mm
(87.2 in) (83.5 in) (73.5 in) 30
ROH (REAR OVERHANG) WHEELBASE FOH (FRONT OVERHANG)
6204 mm (244.3 in)
OVERALL LENGTH 20

TOP VIEW REAR VIEW

10

0
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30
Vehicle Speed (km/h)

kW 250 kN 98 kph 11 kJ 8.8X

4 in)
(16
m
1.5 m

40° 5m 70
(8 0 m

)
in

6
41 6.9
7
20

71.5

DIESEL

DIESEL

DIESEL

DIESEL
1676 mm (66 in) 1X
2095 mm (82.3 in) OVERALL WIDTH A4 A4 A4 A4

TOTAL POWER TRACTIVE EFFORT LOADED SPEED HEAT GENERATION

ON 17% GRADE MUCKING
• SERVICEABILITY
Keeping your A4 available for continuous production

Comprehensive hands-on training by members of our engineering and leadership team

on all computer and battery systems including:
• Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Our highly skilled Field Service Team is specifically trained to work on our moderately • Artisan Control Interface (ACI)
complex electro-mechanical and hydraulic systems to provide our customers with on- • Battery System Controller (BSC)
site diagnosis, maintenance, repair and all installations needed to ensure your vehicle • Battery Management System (BMS)
is available for continuous production. • Human Machine Interface (HMI) Systems
Artisan Vehicles delivers underground battery loaders and trucks with zero exhaust emissions.
With over 300,000 operating hours underground and 10 years of experience, today, most
battery loaders and trucks operating underground use Artisan Vehicles technology.

Artisan Vehicles is part of Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology, Load and Haul division.