BHP introduces Epiroc electric drill

BHP has unveiled a fully electric drill at the Olympic Dam copper mine in Australia.

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BHP is trialling the electric drill at Olympic Dam.

The 28.7-tonne, 14.5-metre long battery electric Epiroc Boomer M2 "Jumbo" will be powered by a 150kW traction motor as well as a 150kW battery system.