Shantui bulldozers have been developed and manufactured by Shantui Construction Machinery Co., Ltd (China) since the end of the last century. In 1980, Shantui, together with Komatsu group, Ltd (Japan), began producing modern equipment.
The first Shantui TY220 bulldozer was born in 1980. The Komatsu D85-18 bulldozer was taken as the basis, and Japanese technologies and developments were used in production.
Today Shantui's line of hydromechanical bulldozers
represented by models SD13, SD16, SD22, SD26, SD32, SD42 and SD60-C5. The largest bulldozer, the 106-ton SD90, is also available on special order.
Shantui also produces hydrostatic bulldozers
– models DH08, DH10, DH13, DH17, DH20, DH24, DH26.
Today, Shantui is one of the largest bulldozer manufacturers not only in China, but throughout the world.
Shantui Corporation includes:
- factories for the production of road construction equipment
- factories for the production of hydraulic system components
- plant for the production of chassis of road construction equipment
- plant for the production of transmission units for road construction equipment
- plant for the production of structural parts (buckets, booms, excavator handles, bulldozer blades and guides) for road construction equipment
- Sino-Japanese joint venture to produce Komatsu excavators
- industrial trading company
The company's head office is located in China, Jining, Shandong Province. Shantui's facilities cover an area of approximately 799,000 square meters. meters. More than 5,100 qualified employees are involved in the development and production process: workers, specialists, technicians and engineers. Shantui has 21 patents from the China National Patent Office.
2020 has become a landmark year for Shantui in Russia. According to customs statistics of the Russian Federation, Shantui took first place in the number of bulldozers imported into Russia. Shantui's high sales figures are achieved due to the optimal price-quality ratio of products, as well as the constant desire to meet the high demands of consumers.
The annual production and sales volume of various models of Shantui bulldozers is more than 10 thousand units. The corporation's products occupy 70% of the heavy equipment sales market in China.
Currently, SHANTUI special equipment can be ordered in 160 countries around the world.
In Russia, Shantui is represented by the company StroyImportTekhnika.
StroyImportTekhnika LLC, being the exclusive distributor of Shantui Construction Machinery Co., Ltd in the Russian Federation, offers Russian consumers the entire line of Shantui hydromechanical and hydrostatic bulldozers, as well as front-end loaders, excavators, rollers, graders, compactors and pipelayers.
In 2022, Shantui Corporation plans to produce more than 20 thousand units of bulldozers and other machines. And this is a serious claim to success! Even more customers will be able to purchase Shantui brand products, which in the future will make it a market leader.
Model range of Shantui SD series hydromechanical bulldozers
The SD series are bulldozers equipped with a hydromechanical transmission.
The SD series is represented in Russia by a model range of small, medium, heavy and super-heavy machines. The power of the power plant is 95-450 kW. Operating weight 13.7 - 70.6 tons.
Shantui bulldozers are equipped with turbodiesel power plants from world famous manufacturers Cummins and Weichai.
In-line six-cylinder engines with a liquid cooling system are equipped with: a fuel system with direct fuel injection into the cylinders and a gas distribution mechanism with four valves in each cylinder (two intake and two exhaust), ensuring efficient filling of the cylinders with the air-fuel mixture, uniform combustion of fuel and exhaust gas removal. Fuel equipment complies with international standards Tier-1, Tier-2 and Tier-3 for the content of toxic substances in exhaust gases.
The hydromechanical transmission allows efficient use of engine power.
The hydromechanical gearbox, combined with mechanical or electrical control of the Shantui bulldozer, allows you to perform all operations clearly and accurately. The gearbox has three gears for forward movement and three gears for reverse movement. Maximum forward speed – up to 12 km/h, maximum reverse speed – up to 16 km/h
The hexagonal cab increases visibility. A comfortable workplace is provided for the driver. The motion control levers and the blade and ripper control levers are in optimal locations and move smoothly, without much effort. The transmission and travel control systems are combined into one lever. All this makes it easy and simple to operate the bulldozer.
From April 2022, all SD series models are equipped with an instrument panel with an LCD display, which displays information about the current parameters of the engine systems, a warning in the event of a malfunction and its diagnostic code.
The entire SD series is characterized by a high efficiency hydraulic transformer, Torqflow transmission system, elastic suspension for the balance bar, as well as a low center of gravity, oil disc or band brakes.
Centralized control of pressure systems facilitates machine testing and fault diagnosis.
The reliable hydraulic system provides excellent performance combined with easy handling.
A semi-rigid chassis system with rigidly mounted track rollers is used in bulldozers with a power of less than 350 hp. A semi-rigid suspension system with oscillating track roller carriages is used in bulldozers with a power of more than 400 hp.
The ability to install different track shoe widths for different types of surfaces allows for optimal traction performance on a variety of terrains.
Various modifications of blades and attachments allow you to choose the optimal configuration for any operating conditions.
Shantui hydraulics
The hydraulic mechanisms of this bulldozer include a gear-type pump that supplies pressure to two cylinders, and a planetary-type hydraulic gearbox (like other Shantui special equipment). The cylinders can pump liquid in both directions. The maximum flow is 262 l/min (this level can be achieved by raising the engine speed to 1800 rpm), the maximum pressure is 14 MPa. The diameter of the cylinders is 120 mm.
Piston hydraulic mechanisms Shantui SD22
SD13
The most popular bulldozer of the small traction class.
When developing the SD13, the shortcomings of the SD08 and SD11 models were taken into account.
Designed for a wide range of earthmoving work.
Widely in demand in various sectors of industry and the national economy.
Available in standard configuration, as well as modified versions:
S - for work in wetlands
R - for work at landfills
For Russia it is equipped with a Cummins 6CTA8.3-C145 or Shangchai SC8D143G2B1 engine.
Additional options available: ROPS/FOPS safety system, larger engine cooling radiator, road wheel protection, three-teeth ripper, centralized lubrication system and automatic track tension.
SD13 | SD13S | SD13R |
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD13 | SD13S | SD13R |
| Engine | Cummins 6CTA8.3-С145 | Cummins 6CTA8.3-С145 | Cummins 6CTA8.3-С145 |
| Engine power, kW | 108 | 108 | 108 |
| Blade type |
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| Dump volume, cubic meters | 3,7/3,4 | 3,3 | 8,1 |
| Towbar | not rotary | not rotary | not rotary |
| Shoe | standard | swamp | swamp |
| Shoe width, mm | 460/560 | 700 | 700 |
| Weight (without ripper), kg | 13700 | 14900 | 15200 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 53,8 | 38,4 | 39,2 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 4492x3185x2950 | 4492x3450x3000 | 4492x3410x2950 |
SD16
The model is an analogue of the Japanese bulldozer Komatsu D65 and is very popular all over the world.
The transmission uses a gear shift servo.
Designed for a wide range of earthmoving work.
Widely in demand in various sectors of industry and the national economy.
Available in standard configuration, as well as modified versions:
C - for working in coal-fired power plants or moving loose material,
E - with an extended base,
F - for work in the forestry industry,
L - for work in wetlands
R - for work at landfills.
Additional options available: ROPS/FOPS safety system, larger engine cooling radiator, 550mm and 610mm single lug shoes (for SD16, SD16E and SD16F), reinforced 910mm single lug shoes. (for SD16L) and 950 mm swamp shoes (for SD16L), track roller protection, three-teeth ripper, hydraulic or mechanical winch, centralized lubrication system and automatic track tension.
SD16 | SD16C | SD16E |
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD16 | SD16C | SD16E |
| Engine | Weichai WD10G178E25 | Weichai WD10G178E25 | Weichai WD10G178E25 |
| Engine power, kW | 131 | 131 | 131 |
| Blade type |
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| Dump volume, cubic meters | 4,5/5,0/4,3 | 6,04 | 4,5/5,0/4,3 |
| Towbar | not rotary | not rotary | not rotary |
| Shoe | standard | standard | standard |
| Shoe width, mm | 510/560/610 | 610 | 560/610 |
| Weight (without ripper), kg | 17000 | 17370 | 17500 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 58 | 50 | 55 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 5140x3388x3032 | 5427x3900x3032 | 5345x3388x3032 |
SD16F | SD16L | SD16R |
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD16F | SD16L | SD16R |
| Engine | Weichai WD10G178E25 | Weichai WD10G178E25 | Weichai WD10G178E25 |
| Engine power, kW | 131 | 131 | 131 |
| Blade type |
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| Dump volume, cubic meters | 4,5/5,0/4,3 | 3,8 | 8,3 |
| Towbar | not rotary | not rotary | not rotary |
| Shoe | 560/610 | 950/1100 | 950/1100 |
| Shoe width, mm | standard | swamp | swamp |
| Weight (without ripper), kg | 17500 | 18400 | 17700 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 58 | 25 | 25 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 5345x3388x3032 | 5262x4150x3074 | 5262x4150x3074 |
Features of the bulldozer
The machine is designed for medium-sized excavation work in particularly difficult conditions - on difficult and hard soils, in high mountains, on steep slopes. Can also be used on coal mines. It is equipped with straight, reverse and U-shaped blades, as well as one- and two-prong rippers. This set allows you to develop complex rocky or clayey soils, coal and limestone deposits, etc. The machine successfully withstands operation at altitudes of up to 3500 m, overcomes slopes of up to 3 degrees, which allows it to be widely used in the mining industry, as well as when working with construction and industrial waste.
The bulldozer can work on difficult soils
SD26
SD26 is developed on the basis of the well-known and well-proven SD22
The market required greater traction force with unchanged overall dimensions of the machine.
Shantui engineers accepted the challenge and offered a ready-made solution in the shortest possible time.
SD26 received a new Weichai power plant with a power of 206 kW with fuel equipment that meets the international environmental standard Tier-3.
SD26 engine power is 18% more than SD22
SD26 has 15% more traction compared to SD22
Available in standard configuration, as well as modified versions:
C - for work at coal power plants
E - with extended base
F - for work in the forestry industry
S - for work in wetlands
R - for work at landfills.
SD26 | SD26F | SD26E |
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD26 | SD26F | SD26E |
| Engine | Weichai WP12G280E304 | Weichai WP12G280E304 | Weichai WP12G280E304 |
| Engine power, kW | 206 | 206 | 206 |
| Blade type |
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| Dump volume, cubic meters | 6,4/7,0/7,5/4,7 | 6,8 | 12,0 |
| Towbar | not rotary | not rotary | not rotary |
| Shoe | standard | swamp | swamp |
| Shoe width, mm | 560/610/660 | 910 | 910 |
| Weight (without ripper), kg | 23500 | 24700 | 24600 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 77 | 66 | 72 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 5495x3725x3402 | 5495x3725x3402 | 5495x3725x3402 |
SD26S | SD26R |
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD26S | SD26R |
| Engine | Weichai WP12G280E304 | Weichai WP12G280E304 |
| Engine power, kW | 206 | 206 |
| Blade type |
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| Dump volume, cubic meters | 6,8 | 12,0 |
| Towbar | not rotary | not rotary |
| Shoe | swamp | swamp |
| Shoe width, mm | 910 | 910 |
| Weight (without ripper), kg | 25700 | 26000 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 41 | 41 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 6225x4365x3402 | 6225x4365x3402 |
The SD26 bulldozer is equipped with an electric hand accelerator.
Additional options available: hemispherical, spherical and rotary blades, ROPS/FOPS safety system, larger engine cooling radiator, 610 and 660 mm single grouser shoes, track roller protection, one or three tooth ripper, mechanical winch, centralized lubrication system and automatic track tension.
SD22
A successful version of a medium-traction bulldozer.
Available in standard configuration, as well as in modified versions:
- C – for work at coal power plants;
- E – with an extended base;
- F – for work in the forestry industry;
- S – for working in wetlands;
- R – for work at landfills;
- W – for working in quarries with rock;
- D – for work in deserts.
Engine power – 175 kW, operating weight – 23,450–26,000 kg.
SD32
Begins a series of medium traction class bulldozers.
It works effectively in any climatic conditions, develops heavy soils and is easy to repair. The modified hydraulic system allows you to cope with heavy loads and facilitates control.
The bulldozer is equipped with a modern American Cummins engine, its design includes a turbocharger and intercooler, a 400-liter fuel tank and increased cab protection. The nominal fuel consumption in the operating instructions is indicated at 245 g/kWh. Like many models, the SD32 has a hex cab.
The ROPS/FOPS safety system is available as standard. It can be either external or integrated into the cabin.
Available in standard and improved configuration 32-2, and also has an additional configuration W - for rocky soil.
The SD32W comes standard with a heavy-duty shoe and dozer blade.
Additional options are available: a larger engine cooling radiator, road wheel protection, an engine pre-heater, a centralized lubrication system and automatic track tension.
SD32 | SD32-2 | SD32W |
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD32 | SD32-2 | SD32W |
| Engine | Cummins NTA855-C360S10 | Cummins NTA855-C360S10 | Cummins NTA855-C360S10 |
| Engine power, kW | 257 | 257 | 257 |
| Blade type |
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| Dump volume, cubic meters | 10,0/11,7/6,0 | 10,0/11,7/6,0 | 10,0/11,7/6,0 |
| Towbar | not rotary | not rotary | not rotary |
| Shoe | standard | standard | standard |
| Shoe width, mm | 560/760 | 560/760 | 560/760 |
| Weight (with ripper), kg | 37200 | 37200 | 38000 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 105 | 105 | 105 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 8650x4130x3640 | 8650x4130x3640 | 6880x4130x3640 |
SD42-3
The series is represented by the basic configuration of a high-traction class bulldozer.
The SD42-3 is a giant machine that outperforms its competitors with its superior roller suspension system and high thrust and traction power. Primarily used in large mining operations, the SD42-3 bulldozer has the power to handle the toughest conditions. Key features include a single-lever electronically controlled gearshift and steering system; means of protecting the operator from overturning and falling objects; centralized lubrication system and automatic track tension.
The Cummins A19-C525 engine with a mechanical fuel injection system with a high-pressure fuel pump meets the requirements of the Tier-3 environmental standard.
ROPS/FOPS safety system is standard.
Additional options available: fuel heater, centralized lubrication system and automatic track tension.
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD42-3 |
| Engine | Cummins A19-C525 |
| Engine power, kW | 340 |
| Blade type | hemispherical |
| Dump volume, cubic meters | 16,0 |
| Towbar | not rotary |
| Shoe | standard |
| Shoe width, mm | 610 |
| Weight (without ripper), kg | 52000 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 123 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 9630x4315x3953 |
Transmission system
SD22 bulldozer gearbox
The transmission of the SD 22 bulldozer is hydraulic, planetary type, with a multi-disc clutch. The number of gears is 6, 3 forward and 3 reverse, and when moving backward the bulldozer develops high speed.
The heart of the special transmission equipment is a single-stage torque converter, which is connected to the gearbox, clutch and main drive. The drive is a single-stage gearbox with a bevel helical gear. The rotary clutch and brake are enclosed in an oil bath, and all transmission elements are hydraulically separated from the rest of the mechanisms.
The final drive is two-stage. A cylindrical gearbox with a bubble lubrication system is used (oil is supplied by splashing). This design is generally typical for special equipment of this brand.
SD60-C3
The largest and most powerful of the company's mass-produced bulldozers, it is a representative of the super-heavy class. SD60-C3 replaced SD52-5
Maximum traction force 588 kN
The Cummins QSK19 engine with an electronic fuel injection system meets the requirements of the Tier-3 environmental standard.
ROPS/FOPS safety system is standard.
Additional options available: fuel heater, centralized lubrication system and automatic track tension.
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD60-C5 |
| Engine | Cummins QSK19 |
| Engine power, kW | 450 |
| Blade type | hemispherical |
| Dump volume, cubic meters | 18,9 |
| Towbar | not rotary |
| Shoe | standard |
| Shoe width, mm | 610 |
| Weight (with ripper), kg | 70630 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 147 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 10420x4690x4470 |
Modern LCD instrumentation panel. A Russian-language interface is provided for the Russian market.
SD90
SD90 - The largest bulldozer ever built in China. Combining the power of a walking excavator with the performance of a mining truck, the new highly efficient crawler dozer is designed and developed to meet the latest market demands. When creating this monster, real technical breakthroughs were made, in particular in the field of monitoring and control systems for high temperatures of the power plant and main units and the modular design of the entire machine.
SD90 is indispensable for the implementation of large mining projects and the construction of large hydraulic structures. This giant can not only adapt to extreme work environments, but is also willing to do jobs that other small to medium sized equipment cannot do.
The SD90 bulldozer is available upon special order.
Equipment and main technical characteristics:
| Model | SD90-C5 |
| Engine | Cummins QST30 |
| Engine power, kW | 708 |
| Blade type | hemispherical |
| Dump volume, cubic meters | 45 |
| Ripper | one tooth |
| Shoe | standard |
| Shoe width, mm | 710 |
| Weight (with ripper), kg | 106260 |
| Specific ground pressure, kPa | 144 |
| Overall dimensions (without ROPS/FOPS), mm | 11495x6465x4590 |
Features of SD90
- The machine has a modular design for easy disassembly and assembly and ease of maintenance.
- The highly efficient V-twin diesel engine with direct injection, turbocharging and intermediate heat exchanger provides high dynamic performance and low fuel consumption.
- The torque converter with locking function increases the efficiency of traction force transmission and its adaptation to different operating conditions.
- The normally closed brake system is activated immediately after the engine is stopped and ensures high reliability and safety of holding the machine.
- Double cylinders allow you to increase the angle of inclination and attack of the bulldozer blade, which increases the efficiency of work when it is buried below the level of the supporting surface.
- A new type of hydraulic fan control system adjusts fan speed depending on load and temperature conditions, which improves cooling system efficiency and power consumption.
- The new ROPS/FOPS cabin meets all the requirements of world standards, has high tightness and sound insulation.
- The floating balancing mechanism of the track rollers with a closed sealed lubrication system reduces vibration levels and provides high levels of comfort and reliability.
- The self-diagnosis system of faults with a large color information display of the control panel quickly and accurately reports the detection of a fault.
- The intelligent service system allows remote monitoring and fault diagnosis of the entire machine in real time.
Experts' opinion about Shantui - Shantui bulldozers are convenient and easy-to-use machines
According to reviews from mechanics and machinists, Shantui bulldozers are quite simple and convenient to work, operate and repair. The hydromechanical gearbox simplifies the process of moving and controlling the Shantui bulldozer, allowing the machine to easily move in any direction and perform its work functions: grading the soil, pushing the soil, loosening the soil and cleaning roads.
Failures of Shantui bulldozers do occur, but they are mainly associated with neglect of operating rules and violation of maintenance regulations. Improper operation of Shantui bulldozers, associated with untimely replacement of operating fluids, filters and filter elements, absence or improper daily maintenance, violation of operating modes, etc. lead to premature wear of main components and assemblies.
With proper care and proper use of lubricants and coolants, Shantui bulldozers operate reliably, without interruptions or breakdowns.
A comfortable workplace is provided for the driver. The drive, blade and ripper control levers are in optimal locations and move smoothly without much effort.
The hydromechanical gearbox, combined with mechanical or electrical control of the Shantui bulldozer, allows you to perform all operations clearly and accurately.
Shantui bulldozers are also very convenient for repair and maintenance. They do not require a large number of special devices for maintenance, although they do have their own small features.
Most of the filter elements are located in a place convenient for replacement, which is an advantage compared to most domestic analogues. The drain and filler necks of the Shantui bulldozer systems are also conveniently located for use.
When servicing Shantui bulldozers, a large set of tools is not required. All the tools necessary for maintenance are included in the spare parts package that comes with the machine from the factory!
The choice of technical fluids has also been simplified. All Shantui bulldozer systems use engine oil, which eliminates the possibility of improper use of lubricant in a particular bulldozer system. The hydraulic system of the work equipment uses hydraulic oil.
Advantages of Shantui bulldozers
Shantui bulldozers can perform a wide range of work from moving soil over long distances, mining placers, road and city construction to working in quarries. The expanded set of functions of Shantui bulldozers allows you to optimize work and implement it most efficiently.
Shantui bulldozers are capable of working in the most unusual, extreme conditions and are characterized by increased maneuverability. The Shantui bulldozer itself is quite easy to operate, despite its impressive equipment parameters.
Another advantage of the Shantui bulldozer is its efficiency.
Shantui bulldozers are easy to operate, repair and maintain.
Cost is the main reason for choosing Shantui bulldozers. It is significantly lower than that of most other global manufacturers. But at the same time, productivity and quality are at the same high level.
Shantui bulldozers have minimal fuel consumption. That is, operating costs are not high, but productivity is high. In addition, the cost of spare parts for Shantui bulldozers is significantly lower than that of other manufacturers.
Thus, Shantui bulldozers are distinguished by high engine power, quality, speed, additional modifications, which makes Shantui bulldozers the best among all others. They are distinguished by very low fuel consumption, which is maintained even during maximum loads.
Engine characteristics
The Shantui SD22 crawler bulldozer uses an NTA855-C280 engine manufactured in the USA. Engine type: diesel with turbocharging and liquid cooling. Power - 220 l. With. or 162 kW/h.
The engine is four-stroke, six-cylinder, in-line, direct injection, with overhead valves. The working volume is 14 liters.
When switching to hydraulic cylinders, you can use the function of turning off one of the pumps, due to this the load on the motor is reduced, and the pressure in the hydraulic system and, accordingly, the lifting force increases.
Fuel consumption when operating special equipment is 205 g/kWh.
Engine NTA855-C280
Features of the running systems of Shantui bulldozers
The running system of the Shantui bulldozer consists of tracks, single and double flanged support rollers, support rollers, guide and drive wheels. The teeth of the drive wheel are made in the form of removable segments.
Shantui bulldozer tracks are modular in design, making maintenance quick and convenient. Depending on the specific terrain, Shantui bulldozers can be equipped with general purpose single grouser shoes or wading shoes of various widths. This allows bulldozers to be used on soils of varying bearing capacity.
Shantui tracks differ from each other in shoe width, number of track links and link pitch. Shantui bulldozers use tracks constructed from single grouser shoes or float-type swamp shoes.
Bulldozers Shantui
Shantui Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. is considered the leading bulldozer manufacturer in China. It specializes in this type of equipment, which is produced in different configurations for different operating conditions. Recently the company began to cooperate with the Japanese manufacturer Komatsu, as a result of which a joint venture was created. Thanks to this, the quality of products and the technologies used are fully consistent with the level of world leaders in the construction of bulldozers.
Peculiarities
Bulldozers are divided into series depending on power, but the nomenclature is set precisely by weight in tons. Many series, in turn, include several configurations, which mainly differ in the types of blades and rippers. Bulldozers are also available in different modifications: swamp, coal, planners and so on.
Bulldozer models are mainly equipped with closed cabins, which allow bulldozers to be operated in all weather conditions. All configurations also have rippers at the rear.
Advantages and disadvantages
Among the advantages of Chinese Shantui bulldozers are the following:
- A large selection of different series of bulldozers, as well as their configurations, which will allow you to choose equipment for a specific task;
- Cooperation with a well-known Japanese manufacturer has improved the technologies used;
- Excellent quality of products, which is confirmed by the status of the leader in the production of bulldozers in China;
- Excellent combination of price and quality.
Although the company uses the developments and experience of the Japanese manufacturer, it is still inferior in terms of equipment and reliability. This is the only, but significant drawback of the shantui technique.
