The Bucyrus-Erie 280-B - HUGE Electric Shovel

The PA gives a tour of a HUGE 1965-vintage Bucyrus-Erie 280 electric mining shovel. Learn a lot from PA and like seeing monster machines up close? Then join today! Chapter List: 00:00 Introduction History 00:55 Capacity 01:43 Undercarriage/ Propel 02:38 Swing Circle 03:11 Dimensions 04:24 Hoist/ Swing Motors 05:36 Motor-Generator Sets 06:30 Static Control Cabinet 07:24 Boom Design/ Shipper Shaft 09:45 Cab/ Controls 13:15 Operating Weight/ Conclusion History PAmining is on Facebook:   / 100046519906306   Follow the PA on Instagram:   / pa_mining