HKM DC15
Drum Cutter DC15
Drum cutter solution designed for mid-size machines; delivering effective and uniform cutting on hard surfaces.
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HKM DRUM CUTTER – DC15
HKM DC15 Drum Cutter is engineered for 10–15 ton excavators, combining compact power with enhanced torque for trenching, profiling, and excavation in hard and semi-hard ground. With low-vibration performance and efficient pick configuration, it ensures fast material removal and clean trench geometry.
Powered by a 50 kW hydraulic system and operating between 60–140 l/min oil flow, DC15 delivers 8000 Nm of torque and includes 68 picks. Its heavy-duty structure and sealed bearings minimize wear, making it ideal for long work cycles in harsh terrain or urban infrastructure projects.
KEY FEATURES
- High torque for effective cutting in rocky and dense soil
- Low vibration and quiet operation for maximum control
- Enhanced drum control and body strength for tough conditions
- Maintenance-free housing with no grease or nitrogen refill
- Uniform output particles for direct reuse as backfill
APPLICATION AREAS
- Road and utility trenching
- Hard surface profiling and slope shaping
- Tunnel wall, crown, and curb cutting
- Urban excavation and infrastructure projects
OPTIONAL FEATURES
- Underwater Kit: Waterproof hydraulic and electrical system with anti-corrosion build
- High Abrasion Protection Kit: Hardox™ liners and zirconium-coated picks for abrasive soils
- Extended Reach Module: +500 mm pipe extension with angle-adjustable bracket
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Carrier Weight (ton) | 10–15 |
| Operating Weight (kg) | 575 |
| Required Power (kW) | 50 |
| Oil Flow (l/min) | 60–140 |
| Max Operating Pressure (bar) | 320 |
| Max Torque @320 Bar (Nm) | 8000 |
| Rotation Speed @40 l/min (rpm) | 81 |
| Number of Picks | 68 |
| Output Torque @320 Bar (Nm) | 8455 Nm |