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Roadheaders for tunneling

MT521

Cutting height (max)
7.1 m
Cutting width
Up to 10.3
Cutting motor power
315 kW
MT520 roadheader

Sandvik MT521 roadheader has geometrically optimized transverse cutter heads, providing high cutting performance across several applications, from mineral/ore production of soft and industrial minerals to tunnel/underground cavern excavations in medium-strong, medium-abrasive rock masses like sandstone, chalk, and marl.

Product specifications

Cutting height (max)
7.1 m
Cutting width
Up to 10.3
Cutting motor power
315 kW
Cutting speed
3.3 m/s
Dimension (L x W x H)
20 x 7.61 x 4.25 m
Ground pressure
0.23 MPa
Total installed power
537 kW
Total weight
124,000 kg
Tramming speed (max)
15 m/min
MT520 roadheader

Learn more about MT521 features

Robust track assembly

Strong track assembly achieves perfect cutting stabilization  

Quick and simple machine relocation

MT521 has an optional onboard cable reel or diesel power pack for quick and easy location

Programme logical controller

Sandvik MT51 is available as a programmable logical controller (PLC) controlled machine with options for customized applications.

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