Simba S7

Rugged rig with smart design and increased

automation made for tight, tough conditions

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 Flexibility, versatility
and ­reliability
Maximize productivity in small spaces with the Simba S7. This hydraulic long-hole
drill rig is built for small spaces and tough drilling conditions. Increased automation
lets you add the functionality you need to this versatile rig.

Main benefits
Front and rear mounted stingers
Highly maneuverable long-hole production drill for stable set up for drilling
rig suited for small to medium drift sizes due to its
compact size

High versatility with Epiroc Rig Control System (RCS)

that includes several automation features

Durable in tough conditions thanks to Epiroc's

hydraulic top hammers

Sturdy hydraulic boom

concept enables stable
set up of the drilling unit

Made for hard rock drilling, the COP1838+

and MUX+ are Epiroc’s hydraulic top
hammers, designed to excel in tough
working conditions

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The well-proven Epiroc Rig Control System The hydraulic top hammers COP1838+ and The control system includes options like
(RCS) add-on increases automated func- MUX+ are made for hard rock drilling in ABC Regular, Extractor, Drill plan handling
tionality and lets you choose the level of tough conditions. and Void detection to add even more value
automation you need to optimize your plan- to your investment.
ning, monitoring and performance.

ROPS and FOPS certified cabin for a safe

and comfortable operator environment

Breakthrough automatic stop, automatic

parallel holding and tele-remote control are
some of the optional automation features

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 Increased productivity improves profit
The Simba S-series is designed with the bottom line in mind. The result is rugged
performance, flexible automation and improved safety all in one package. With its compact
size, the Simba S-series is a highly maneuverable long-hole production drill rig suited for
small to medium drift sizes.

+ Safety leads to success

Safer working conditions add value to your operations in the form
of healthier personnel and decreased stoppages. Safety
precautions like automatic drill stoppage prevents accidents involving
both personnel and equipment. Add-on automation, including tele
remote control, greatly improves the operator’s work environment.

+ Automation ready
The automation ready Simba S7 gives you the power to continually
upgrade your machinery with the functions you need. Enhance the
overall productivity of your operations by allowing drilling through
shift changes and breaks.

+ Customer based solutions

Epiroc strives to be the industry leader in automation technology
and competence. Over the last 20 years we have refined our solutions
via practical work experience and an on-going dialogue with partners
and customers. Today, more than 3 000 RCS-equipped rigs are adding
value and precision to mining and tunneling operations around the world.

A comprehensive
service offering
Even the best equipment needs to be
serviced regularly to make sure it sustains
peak performance. An Epiroc service
solution offers peace of mind, maximizing
availability and performance throughout
the lifetime of your equipment. We focus
on safety, productivity and reliability.

By combining genuine parts and

an Epiroc service from our certified
technicians, we safeguard your
productivity – wherever you are.

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Technical specifications  = Standard  = Option

Drilling system Hydraulic system

COP 1838+  Low oil level indicator 
COP 1838MUX+  Oil temperature gauge on oil tank 
Dry drilling system  Water/oil cooler in stainless steel 
Thread lubrication kit  Filtration 16 μm 
Hole blowing kit (internal system with CE certified air reciever) Oil filter indicator 
Note: Not valid when using DCT. 
Mineral hydraulic oil 
Water mist flushing, external water and air supply (hydraulic oil cooled by
water cooler)
 Electrical oil filling pump 
Water mist flushing, external water and air supply (hydraulic oil cooled by air fan)  Heater kit for hydraulic oil tank 
Rock drill lubrication warning kit  Biodegradable hydraulic oil 
Drill stop*  Ni-Cr plated piston rods (limited selection on request) 
*Mandatory for CE

Drifter rods/pipes
Boom/drilling unit Rock drill Rod/Pipe Guide tubes Hole diameter (mm)

BUT 32PD  COP 1838+ R32 Speedrod N/A 51-64

Rod Handling System, RHS 10 (10+1 rods) mechanized drilling up to 20 m* COP 1838+ MUX+ T38 Speedrod TDS 56 64-76

COP 1838+ MUX+ T45 Speedrod* TDS 64 70–89
Adaptable to 3', 4', 5' and 6' rods 
Adaptable to R32, T38, T45 drill rods 
1 x rear and 1 x front stinger  Carrier
Automatic lubrication for drilling and positioning unit  Deutz BF4 L 914, 72kW Stage II/Tier 2 
*3' rods gives 12 + 1 rods in the carousel Deutz D914 L04, 55kW Stage IIIA/Tier 3 
*T45 speed rods gives 9+1 rods in the carousel. Denna text behöver också vara med i
kombination till den du lade till. Deutz TD 3.6 L04, 55kW Stage IIIB/Tier 4i 
Front axle DANA Spicer 123/90 
Rear axle DANA Spicer 123/90 ±8° oscillation 
Feed
Articulated steering ±40° steering angle 
Feed type Intended for rock drill Rod/tube lenght mm Total lenght mm
Four-wheel drive 
BMHP 6803 COP 1838ME 915 2 731
Electric system 24 V 
BMHP 6804 COP 1838ME 1 220 3 035
Batteries 2x12 V, 70 Ah 
BMHP 6805 COP 1838ME 1 525 3 340
BMHP 6806 COP 1838ME 1 830 3 645 Automatic differential lock on front axle, limited slip 
BMHP 6803X COP 1838MUX 915 2 933 Tires 9.00 x R20 
BMHP 6804X COP 1838MUX 1 220 3 237 Tramming lights 6x40 W LED, 2x80 W, 24 V DC 
BMHP 6805X COP 1838MUX 1 525 3 542 Working lights 4x80 W LED, 24 V DC 
BMHP 6806X COP 1838MUX 1 830 3 847 Illuminated stairs for platform LED 
Front and rear jacks 
Air system/water system Fuel tank, volume 60 l 
Fire suppression system ANSUL (manual, checkfire or automatic) 
Air flow guard 
Rig washing kit* 
Compressor: Epiroc LE7 
Manual lubrication kit 
Compressor GAR 30 
Boot washing kit* 
Hydraulic water booster pump, max capacity at 12 bar boost 60 l/min.
Minimum water inlet 2 bar

*Not applicable when equipped with dry drilling system
Water hose reel including hose 

Cabin (optional)
Electrical system ROPS and FOPS certified cabin, noise level <80 dB(A) 
Total installed power 80 kW (main motors 1x75 kW)  Swingable seat for drilling and tramming 
Voltage 380-1 000 V 50/60 Hz  Front window 22 mm (P8B safety classified) 
Starting method star/delta (400-690 V)  12 V outlet 
Starting method - soft start (not for 1 000 V)  Mediaplayer 
Electronic overload protection for electric motors  Air condition 
Digial voltmeter/amperage meter in electric cabinet  Electrical heater, 1.2 kW, 230 V (CE) 
Switch gear  Manual spotlight 70 W (left and right) 
PC4 or PC5 plug/socket 
Phase sequence and earth fault indicator 
Battery charger 
Stainless steel electrical enclosure 

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 Technical specifications  = Standard  = Option

Protective roof Dimensions

FOPS certified  Measurement

Stainless steel  Width 2 100 mm

Manual spotlight 70 W (left and right)  Height tramming, roof up/down 2 800/2 100 mm
Swingable seat for drilling and tramming  Length tramming (with BMHP 6 804/05/06) 9 300*/9 600*/9 900* mm

Ground clearance 365 mm

Turning radius outer/inner 5 000/2 850 mm

Recommended cable size and length
Voltage Type Dimension (mm2) Diameter (mm) Length (m) *+200 mm with extractor

380-525 V Buflex 3x70+3G16+2x1.5 37 110

550-575 V Buflex 3x50+3G6+2x1.5 32 150
660-690 V Buflex 3x35+3G6+2x1.5 28 200
Gross weight (depending on configuration)
1 000 V Buflex 3x35+3G6+2x1.5 28 200 Total 13 500 kg

Recommendations are given for surrounding temperature of 40 °C and up to a Boom side 9 000 kg
height of 2 000 m
Engine side 4 500 kg

Control system
Tramming speed
Direct Control System (DCS) 
On flat ground (rolling resistance 0.05) >15 km/h
Epiroc Rig Control System (RCS) 
On incline 1:8 >5 km/h
Angle Reading Instrument (ARI) 
Angle Reading Instrument (ARI) with hole depth measurement 
Breaktrough automatic stop  Noise and vibration
Underground manager pro  Operator sound pressure level in canopy, drilling, free field 106±6 dB(A)
Drill plan handling  (ISO 11201) re 20 uPa

Void detection  Operator sound pressure level in cabin, drilling, free field 75±3 dB(A)
(ISO 11201) re 20 uPa
Automatic parallel holding 
Operator sound pressure level working close to machine, 106±6 dB(A)
Rig Remote Access (RRA)  drilling, free field re 20 uPa
Mobile tele remote/multi tele remote  Sound power level (ISO 3744), drilling, free field 126 dB(A) re 1pW
Remote operating kit  Vibration levels seated, drilling (ISO 2631-1) cabin 0.07±0.07 m/s^2
Remote controlled camera on tripod with monitor in cabin  Vibration levels standing, drilling (ISO 2631-1) cabin 0.07±0.07 m/s^2

Total station navigation  Vibration levels seated, drilling (ISO 2631-1) canopy 0.1±0.15 m/s^2
Vibration levels standing, drilling (ISO 2631-1) canopy 0.1±0.15 m/s^2

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Technical specifications

Dimensions in millimeters

2 800

SIMBA

S7
15°

230

637 700

230
2 100 2 800 960

Total length

Sideview.

900
Feed extension

450
50
12 Stinger extension
7 700

55°
± 114° 360°
SIMBA

1 000
175 Stinger extension
2 605

Coverage area.
1 250
397

50
12
5 975

20°

35°
323

Coverage area.

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