HALF-LANE COLD PLANER RX-600e/ex

Half-Lane Cold Planer

RX-600
ENGINE
RX-600e: Tier 4F; Cummins® QSX-15 675 hp (503 kW) @ 1,850 rpm
RX-600ex: Tier 3; Cummins® QSX-15 630 hp (462 kW) @ 1,850 rpm*
WEIGHT
3 Track - 60,560 lbs (27,469 kg)*
4 Track - 63,480 lbs (28,794 kg)*
*1/4 tank fuel; no water, 86” cutter housing & drum
 Roadtec — An Astec Industries Company
Roadtec, Inc. is proud to be a part of the family of companies that make up Astec
Industries, Inc. Founded in 1972, Astec Industries, has grown to become America’s
leading manufacturer of equipment for asphalt road building, aggregate processing,
oil, gas and water well drilling and wood processing. Roadtec continues to be an
industry leader together with Astec Industries, by applying Astec’s model of creative
thinking bolstered by a corporate culture renowned for putting customer service first.

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THE ROADTEC DIFFERENCE: DELIVERING QUALITY AND
INNOVATION WITH SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE
Dependability
Roadtec has been manufacturing innovative, heavy-highway equipment since 1981. We continue to grow and add
new products, yet our personal connection to our customers and our ability to respond immediately to your needs is
even stronger.

Customer Service
Our customers benefit from our strong focus on customer support after the sale. In-the-field service technicians live
in the regions where they work and respond quickly. 24/7 parts support will get you the right parts fast, and at a fair
price. Our product specialists will train your people on any newly purchased machine, and we also offer industry-
leading training at our state-of the art training facility or in the field.

Count on Roadtec Equipment

We don’t build roads. We make the equipment so you can cost-effectively build and maintain the world’s roads. With
the Roadtec heavy-duty design, we are able to keep your machine working longer while lowering maintenance and
operating costs. We are also able to make your operators more comfortable and confident with our user-friendly
design and our customization for special projects.

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WELL-BALANCED & POWERFUL, THE RX-600 OFFERS YOU
SOLID DESIGN FEATURES AND EASY-TO-USE SYSTEMS
Power, Maneuverability and Weight Balance
To perform all the functions of the milling operation, a cold planer requires a delicate balance of weight and power. The
weight of this machine is balanced over the cutter, to ensure excellent traction while maintaining the desired depth
of cut. With proper balance, the machine’s power remains consistent while following trucks through tight turns or in
adjacent lanes.

Choose Either Three or Four Tracks

With the RX-600 you can select either three or four tracks. Cold planers with three-track suspensions are more
maneuverable in the cut and lower in weight. Four-track machines provide greater tractive effort and flotation.

RX-600 Cold Planers: High Productivity & Low Cost of Ownership

The RX-600 offers you solid design features, systems that are simple to troubleshoot, and parts that are non-proprietary
and cost-effective. Plus you get exclusive features like Guardian® remote telematics system, Edge ™ extended equipment
warranty, choice of drum tooling, and 24-hour Roadtec customer support.

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MORE POWER, EFFICIENCY, AND MANEUVERABILITY
It Starts with a Strong Frame
Roadtec builds the mainframe from extremely strong A656 grade 80 steel. This steel has twice the yield strength as the
mild steel used in other machines on the market. Roadtec frames are very strong and rigid without adding unnecessary
weight.

Fuel Economy & Engine Performance

Having the proper balance of weight and horsepower combined with the latest in engine technology ensures that every
unit of fuel being burned is not wasted. This makes the RX-600 the most fuel-efficient machine we have ever built.

Keyway Steering
Steering of this machine is done from the
tops of the front legs using steering keys
that are easily replaceable. This innovative
design requires no linkage under the primary
conveyor between the front legs, which adds
to the overall accessibility of the machine.
Four steering modes enhance the machine’s
agility, allowing it to produce through
tight turns. Steering modes include, crab,
coordinated, rear only, and front only.

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A LARGE PLATFORM WITH INTUITIVE CONTROLS, AND OPERATOR
FRIENDLY ENGINEERING MAKES THE RX-600 EASY TO USE

Controls
Simplified controls allow for
easy operation of the machine
from either side of the platform.
With multifunction joysticks and
accessible controls, operating the
machine is much easier. The controls
are designed to be operated with
one hand to allow for truck signaling.

Vibration Isolators
Rubber vibration isolators have
been used to eliminate destructive
vibration throughout the cold planer.
Eliminating the vibration also makes
the machine quieter while rubber
mounts underneath the operator’s
platform provide more comfort.

Safe & Functional Platform

The operator platform is conveniently
accessed from the right or the left
side. Two control stations allow
machine operation from either side.

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Dust Extraction System
The RX-600e is now equipped with a standard dust extraction system for improved operator comfort and safety. The
dust extraction system removes dust and debris from the milling operation through a hydraulic fan at the primary
conveyor. The dust is ejected at the end of the secondary conveyor into the dump truck. As the dust is ejected, the
material exiting the secondary conveyor belt helps to channel the fine material into the dump truck. This lowers the
potential for strong wind to carry fine material back toward the milling machine.

Conveyor Efficiency
The cut material is easily handled by the 32” (813 mm) wide secondary conveyor with 1” (25 mm) tall molded cleats,
and infinitely variable speed. Each conveyor also features self cleaning pulleys which release wet material from the
conveyors to ensure maximum efficiency. Canvas conveyor covers also come standard providing easier access.

Conveyor Swing
Mobility is critical. The secondary conveyor on the RX-600 swings 60˚ to the left and right. This feature makes it possible
to mill tight turns, and send material to trucks in an adjacent lane. Conveyors feature infinitely variable speed and self-
cleaning head and tail pulleys.

Sound Absorption
The engine is cooled by a variable speed fan that reduces noise by performing at a level determined by engine load.

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A UNIQUE AND DURABLE CUTTER HOUSING DESIGN INCREASES
COMPONENT LIFE, PRODUCTION RATES, AND EFFICIENCY

Cutter Housing
The cutter housing and drum are completely modular allowing it to be easily interchanged with other housings and
drums of different widths. The inside walls of the cutter housing are fully lined with replaceable chromium-clad wear
plates to ensure the housing withstands the abuse of the milling operation.

• A material brace on the front moldboard • Adjustable endgates with replaceable

applies even pressure to the front edge shoes at the high-wearing front and rear
of the cut for excellent material sizing corners.
• Bolt-on tungsten carbide scraper • Replaceable, 1/2” (12.7 mm) chromium-
blades at the rear moldboard add to the clad (600 BHN) wear plates cover all
housing’s toughness potential wear areas (shown on right &
shaded blue)
• Cutter housing is made of T-1 steel (350
BHN)
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Dual Spray Bars
Two independent stainless steel spray bars positioned at the front and rear of the cutter housing provide increased tool
life and dust control. Each spray bar can be controlled independently or both can be adjusted from a master control.
Spray system can be easily connected to air system for quick purging and winterizing.

Adjustable Moldboards
The angled rear moldboard can be set in a fixed position or in float mode. Float allows the moldboard to adjust up and
down with the elevation of the cut, and the height of the rear moldboard is fully adjustable. When the moldboard is
fully raised the engine is shut down for safety. Both the rear and front moldboard on the RX-600 are angled in toward
the drum by 10°. This allows less material to accumulate around the drum, which increases component life, production
rates, and efficiency as well as leaving less material to clean up at the end of a pass.

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HIGH PERFORMANCE, HEAVY DUTY DRUMS INCREASE
COMPONENT LIFE, PRODUCTION RATES, AND EFFICIENCY
Cutter Drums
Specialty cutter drum designs are available from wide spaced excavating patterns to fine spaced micro
milling patterns as well as double hit drums to improve production without sacrificing quality of cut. Multiple
tooling options are available including Sollami, Kennametal and Keystone Quick Change systems. A wealth of
experience and engineering expertise is readily available to design drums best suited for your application that
will offer you the lowest operating costs and maximize your profitability. All of the cutter drums are designed
and manufactured by Roadtec utilizing three-dimensional solid modeling and highly accurate robotic welding.

Engineering Expertise
There is no substitute for outstanding design. Roadtec engineers put an enormous amount of time and effort
into designing machines that perform at the highest level in every possible application. Various lacing patterns
are available on each cutter drum allowing the machine to obtain the desired surface texture. Innovative
options such as the VCS® system are available to allow machines to cut at different widths with minimal effort.

Cutter Drum Gearbox

Heavy-duty, high-torque gearboxes transfer power from the drive belts to the cutter drum. Shear couplings are
also used as a protective measure. If the drum strikes a buried obstruction, the shear coupling will separate the
input shaft from the gear box to protect the engine. The coupling is easily and quickly replaceable.

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Cutter Access
Changing cutter teeth is much easier with the rear moldboard fully rising to expose cutter teeth. The rear moldboard
slides vertically for a much cleaner tooth changing process. A safety disengage will shut off the machine when the
moldboard is fully raised. A power pack will raise or lower the moldboard when the machine is off.

Drum Styles
• Standard 5/8” (16 mm) Single Hit Triple Wrap: The most versatile drum available. Good performance at varying
depths.
• Double Hit Quad Wrap: Drum designed for typical cut depths for overlays. These drums can improve forward speed
of machine without sacrificing surface texture and increase tooth life.
• Single Hit Profiling: For 4 inch or less of removal at a normal speed of 40 to 50 FPM.
• Single Hit Micromill: Fine milling, For 2 inch or less of removal at slow speeds (20 to 25 FPM to leave straight lines).
• Double Hit Micromill: Fine milling, For 2 inch or less of removal at higher speeds (40 to 50 FPM to leave straight lines).
*all speeds can vary and are dependent on material, tooling and other factors.

Roadrunner™ Drums
Quad Wrap, double hit drums allow the machine to travel at higher speeds while maintaining a consistently smooth
surface pattern and increasing the tooth life. This allows contractors to maximize production and still leaves a good
surface for overlays.

Exclusive VCS® System

The Variable Cutter System allows the RX-600 to cut at widths of 24” (610 mm), 36”(914 mm), 48” (1,219 mm), and 60”
(1,524 mm) without changing the cutter housing. A hydraulically adjustable segmented rear moldboard is included
with VCS® allowing the machine to easily adapt to the different cutting widths.

Drum Options
Roadtec offers a number of drum
options to allow smooth machine
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operation in different applications.
With a variety of widths and tooth
patterns available, you can select the
drum best suited for your projects.
Various tooth patterns will yield their
best surface at different speeds.

1. Roadrunner™ Double Hit Quad

Wrap - 100 FPM
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2. Standard 5/8” (16 mm) Single Hit
Triple Wrap - 100 FPM

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THE RX-600 SAVES YOU TIME & MONEY BY DELIVERING QUALITY
MILLING TO ACHIEVE SMOOTHNESS

Milling for Smoothness

When smoothness of the finished pavement is important, it’s critical to start with a level milled surface. Then the paver
has every opportunity to get it right. Today’s cold planers with their extremely accurate grade and slope controls can be
used to level the road in longitudinal and transverse directions. Using current grade and slope control technology will
result in a much smoother surface, and many areas now require smoothness specifications on milled surfaces. Roadtec
now offers the ACE™ grade and slope control package for easier operation. The sonic sensors scan the surface 40 times
per second and coordinate with the hydraulic system to adjust the leg tubes of the cold planer so the resulting milled
surface will conform to your specification.

Milling Advantages
Milling an even pavement before repaving will make resurfacing easier and will assure you the best possible situation
for achieving smoothness, especially if your cold planer is equipped with automated grade and slope controls. Plus, you
can turn the reclaimed material into money by recycling it in your own asphalt plant or selling it to an asphalt producer.

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 A 30,000 ton pile of
RAP with an average
6% liquid AC content is
the equivalent of about
28,200 tons of clean
aggregate plus 420,000
gallons of liquid
asphalt! This material
can replace virgin
materials in new mix.
The recycled materials
are as good as virgin
rock or AC.

Overlays can crack and re-rut but milling and then overlaying the pavement
prevents re-rutting and also provides better density numbers.

Original Roadbed After Milling

After Overlay After Overlay

After Traffic After Traffic

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AUTOMATE YOUR MACHINE ELEVATION IN THE MOST PRECISE
AND USER FRIENDLY WAY POSSIBLE
The ACE™ Grade and Slope Control
The ACE™ Grade and Slope Control system is designed to automate the elevation of your machine in the most precise
and user friendly way possible. New graphic displays allow the crew to easily select, calibrate, and control sensors with
minimal time and effort. The sensors used to measure depth and slope are continuously monitored and displayed on
three separate control panels keeping the entire crew on the same page at all times.

Control Panels
The color control panels are clearly labeled for simple, straightforward operation. Selecting wire rope, sonic, and slope
sensors is easily done from any of the three screens. Setting the values and transitioning among the different sensors is
done from the same screen view on the control panel. This simple setup eliminates the need to access different menus
or use excessive button combinations to make changes while the machine is operating.

Automatic Calibration
The ACE™ system provides the ability to automatically calibrate specific hydraulic parameters ensuring the machine
consistently achieves the precise depth. The automatic calibration feature is easily accessible through the ACE™ control
panels.

Additional Sensors
The ACE™ system can easily incorporate additional sonic sensors. Sonic averaging skis can be installed on both sides of
the machine to average depth variations and minimize drastic deviations in the machine’s elevation. The sensors used
on these averaging skis will appear on the ACE™ control screens when they are plugged in for use on the machine.

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PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT AND KEEP OPERATING COSTS LOW
BY MONITORING YOUR MACHINES IN REAL TIME
The Roadtec Guardian® Telematics
System consists of software, on-
machine viewing screens, and
wireless signal boosters to send
and receive data at the machine.
Numerous functions such as engine
data and fuel consumption can be
viewed at the machine or on your
computer screen from a remote
location.
Help from Roadtec service is only a
phone call away! They see the same
information you see and can guide
you through the fix or do it for you.

Monitor &
Troubleshoot
• Fuel Consumption
• Engine Codes
• Alarms
• Starting Circuit
• Cutter Circuit
• Auto Water Circuit
• Conveyor Speeds
• Propel Functions
• Load Control
• Steering Circuit
• Machine Production
• Grade & Slope
• Hydraulic Pressure
• Engine Dashboard

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Real-time Machine Data
See everything instantly: from fuel
consumption, fault codes, time to
service intervals, machine speed,
grade and slope settings, or even the
exact location of the machine (via
GPS). ®

Designed by Roadtec for

Roadtec
Guardian® Telematics is for Roadtec
customers who are looking to
dramatically lower operating costs
and increase productivity.

View Remotely and On-board

the Machine
Log into the machine from your
computer or you can view the
information on the machine’s display
screens.

Strong Signal with Cell

Booster
The connection to and from the
machine is wireless and uses a cell
booster to ensure a strong signal. If
an Internet connection is unavailable
at any given location, the on-board
computer stores faults until the
connection is restored and then
sends the e-mail.

Your machine can be located

by GPS using the Guardian®
Roadtec Telematics system.

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EXTRA FEATURES AND EASY MAINTENANCE ACCESS MAKE
THE WORK GO SMOOTHER
Centralized Lubrication
The grease fittings are arranged
in zones that are clearly labeled
with recommended amounts to
make preventative maintenance as
convenient as possible.

Bolt-On Track Pads

Bolt-on style track pads are available
allowing quick and easy replacement
of worn pads.

Light Package Is Supplied

All models come with lights to
illuminate key areas of the machine
and two halogen magnetic work
lights. Additional work lights are
available.

Easy Engine
Access
Roadtec cold planers offer
the best engine access
in the industry. A large
hood opens hydraulically
for complete access to
the engine. Additional
access doors are found at
each service point.

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Easy Clean-Up
The standard high pressure washdown system helps to keep the machine looking and running like new. The system
includes wash down bars at conveyors and plenty of hose to reach all points of the machine.

Air Compressor Included

The RX-600 comes with a standard compressed air system. Two storage tanks and a compressor let you use your air tools
for service and maintenance tasks.

Conveyor Access and Belt Tensioning

Each end of the belt on each conveyor can be independently tensioned. Keeping the belt tensioned properly ensures
that the belt is tracking correctly, which improves belt life.

Electrical System
Standard 24 volt electrical system with 105 amp alternator. CAN-based electronics with on-board and remote diagnostics
to allow simple trouble shooting throughout the machine.

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OPTIONS
Miscellaneous • 15 kW Continuous Duty Hydraulic Generator
• Hydraulically folding secondary conveyors make
the cold planers much easier to transport by greatly
Grade and Slope Control
decreasing their length. • ACE™ Digital Grade and Slope Control System for
operator and ground man
• Operator Station Canopy
• Sonic Averaging Ski Package with one or two skis.
• Automated Lubrication System
• Rear Leg Control System. Sonar Grade Control for rear
• Tow Hitch
elevation.
• Guardian™ Totalizer
• Cameras Cutter Systems
• Sollami®, Kennametal®, or Keystone® systems
Tracks available.
• Three-track or four-track assemblies • Profiling or Micro-Milling Drums (multiple widths and
spacing available)
Additional Lighting
• VCS™ Variable Cutter System
• Night Light Package – Four 24v high intensity
discharge lights enhance visibility for work performed • Roadrunner™ Double Hit
at night
Cold-in-Place Recycling
• SaberLight™ - (2) 92W, LED light panels
• Dual Control Package For Bi-Directional Operation
• Cutter Housing Bi-Directional Package
Auxiliary Power
• Cold-in-place Additive System
• 4 kW Continuous Duty Hydraulic Generator

EDGE™ Extended Equipment Warranty

The EDGE™ Extended Equipment Warranty goes above and beyond power
train or extended engine warranties currently offered in the industry by
covering more components and repairs as well as covering repairs done by
the customer for a term of 3 years or 3,000 hours on the machine and 5 years
or 6,000 hours on the engine.

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SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE • Ground controls for mold boards, emergency stop,
• RX-600e: Tier 4F; Cummins® QSX-15 675 hp (503 kW) horn, load-out conveyor, rear steering, end gates, and
@ 1,850 rpm elevation.
• RX-600ex: Tier 3; Cummins® QSX-15 630 hp (462 kW)
@ 1,850 rpm* CONVEYORS
• 32” (813 mm) wide endless, heavy-duty belts with 1”
WEIGHT (25 mm) tall molded rubber cleats
• 3 Track - 60,560 lbs (27,469 kg)* • Canvas load-out conveyor covers and self-cleaning
• 4 Track - 63,480 lbs (28,794 kg)* pulleys
*1/4 tank fuel; no water, 86” cutter housing & drum • 120° load-out conveyor swing capability

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STANDARD LIGHT & ELECTRICAL OUTLET

• 24v system with onboard and remote diagnositcs via • 24v lights & 24v DC power outlets, 2 magnetic base
Roadtec Guardian™ Remote Telematics System work lights
• Two 8D batteries & 105 amp alternator
• Emergency engine shut-down; cutter disengages and SERVICE CAPACITIES
engine shuts down when rear cutter door is opened. • Fuel tank.......................................................... 250 gal (946 l)
• Hydraulic fluid tank..................................... 90 gal (341 l)
PROPEL SYSTEM • Water tank ..................................................... 800 gal (3028 l)
• Hydrostatic drive with automatic traction control.
• Hydraulically controlled suspension. Manual and CUTTER SYSTEM FEATURES
automatic.
MAXIMUM CUT DEPTH
SPEEDS FOUR-TRACK • 13” (330 mm)
• Travel 0-3.2 mph (0-5 kph)
• High working 0-163 fpm (50 mpm) STANDARD TOOTH SPACING
• Low working 0-110 fpm (34 mpm) • 5/8” (16 mm)

SPEEDS THREE-TRACK STANDARD TIP DIAMETER

• Travel: 0-3.2 mph (0-5 kph) • 44” (1,118 mm)
• High working: 0-127 fpm (39 mpm)
• Low working: 0-100 fpm (30 mpm)
STANDARD DRUM SYSTEM
• Sollami® triple wrap, single hit drum with cutter bits
TRACKS for traditional milling
• Direct hydraulic, plantary track drives. Bolt-on, • Kennametal® drum optional
replaceable poly track pads 12” (305 mm) wide.
CUTTER DRIVE & GEAR BOX
TURNING RADIUS • Bolt-on with mechanical v-belt drive. Automatic drive
• 4-track: 6’8” (2,032 mm). 3-track: 5’8” (1,727 mm) belt tensioning.
• W-40 Fairfield® cutter gear box with mechanical fail
OPERATOR STATION safe to protect engine from shock loads.
• Left/right side full-function operator stations on
shock-absorbing operator platform with joy stick
controls

GROUND CONTROLS

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 CUTTER SYSTEM OPTIONS
STANDARD CUTTER HOUSINGS & CUT WIDTHS
• 75” housing with 6’3” (1,905 mm) width cutter drum. (Three-track only)
• 79” housing with 6’7” (2,007 mm) width cutter drum.
• 86” housing with 7’2” (2,184 mm) width cutter drum.

OPTIONAL VCS® VARIABLE CUTTER SYSTEM

• Cutter housing with segmented rear moldboard capable of widths of 24” (610 mm), 36” (915 mm) & 48” (1,220 mm)
• Special VCS® housing allows change of cutting widths by only changing drum
• Maximum Cut Depth: 12” (305 mm)

GRADE & SLOPE AUTOMATION

• Mechanical System
• Digital ACE™ Grade & Slope Automation
• Digital Prewiring for ACE™ Averaging Ski
• ACE™ - Single Averaging Ski
• ACE™ - Dual Averaging Ski
• Moba® Rear System

60° Swing

8’ - 2”
(2490)

60° Swing

16’ - 11”
(5160)
RX-600e

9’ - 10”
(3000)
* Length w/ conveyor Folded
42’ -4” (12903)

15’ -6” (4728)

47’ - 5”
(14450)

Dimensions in brackets are mm. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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