OEM · Designed & manufactured in Western Australia
The Panther Low Loader.
Heavy machine moves made safer, faster and cheaper.
Designed, engineered and manufactured by Piacentini & Son in Western Australia, the Panther Low Loader is the industry-leading solution for relocating the world’s largest mining equipment. Backed by decades of mining experience and comprehensive product support, Panther helps operators improve safety, minimise downtime and maximise productivity.
The Panther Advantage
Engineered to make every move safer
The Panther Low Loader has been purpose-built to improve safety throughout every stage of equipment relocation. Its unique Rear Axle Rotation System (RARS) lowers the deck completely to ground level, creating a stable, level loading platform that eliminates the steep loading angles associated with conventional low loaders. Combined with remote operation, intelligent monitoring and industry-proven braking systems, Panther helps reduce risk while improving productivity.
Level Loading Platform
The Rear Axle Rotation System (RARS) lowers the entire deck to ground level, providing a stable, level loading surface that improves machine stability during loading and unloading.
Remote Operation
Raise, lower and position the trailer remotely, keeping personnel clear of moving equipment during critical loading operations.
Intelligent Monitoring
Integrated load monitoring, system diagnostics and operator alerts provide real-time visibility into critical operating parameters.
Controlled Braking
Electronic proportional wet disc brakes deliver reliable, controlled braking performance in demanding mining environments.
Built for Mining
Designed specifically for large mining equipment, with OEM components, high ground clearance and proven performance in challenging site conditions.
Fewer People in Harm’s Way
Faster loading cycles and remote operation reduce personnel exposure while shifting maintenance activities into safer, controlled workshop environments.
The range
Find your Panther
Select a Panther size to see its capacity and configuration.
Panther 150T
| Payload capacity | 150,000 kg |
| Recommended prime mover | Caterpillar 745 or equivalent |
| Typical tyre size | 40.00R57 |
| Axle / tyre configuration | Single axle / 2 tyres |
| Typically carries | Excavators: CAT 6015, Hitachi EX1200, Komatsu PC1250, Liebherr R9150 Dozers: CAT D11, Komatsu D375 · Drills: CAT MD6310, Epiroc PV271 |
Panther 160T
| Payload capacity | 160,000 kg |
| Recommended prime mover | Caterpillar 785 or equivalent |
| Typical tyre size | 40.00R57 |
| Axle / tyre configuration | Single axle / 2 tyres |
| Typically carries | Excavators: CAT 6015, Hitachi EX1200, Komatsu PC1250, Liebherr R9150 Dozers: CAT D11, Komatsu D475 · Drills: CAT MD6420, Epiroc PV271 |
Panther 280T
| Payload capacity | 280,000 kg |
| Recommended prime mover | Caterpillar 793 or equivalent |
| Typical tyre size | 37.00R57 |
| Axle / tyre configuration | Single axle / 4 tyres |
| Typically carries | Excavators: CAT 6020, Hitachi EX2600, Komatsu PC2000, Liebherr R9250 Dozers: CAT D11, Komatsu D575 · Drills: CAT MD6640, Epiroc PV351 |
Panther 360T
| Payload capacity | 360,000 kg |
| Recommended prime mover | Caterpillar 793 or equivalent |
| Typical tyre size | 40.00R57 |
| Axle / tyre configuration | Single axle / 4 tyres |
| Typically carries | Excavators: CAT 6030, Hitachi EX3600, Komatsu PC2000, Liebherr R9350 Dozers: CAT D11, Komatsu D575 · Drills: CAT MD6640, Epiroc PV351 |
Panther 450T
| Payload capacity | 450,000 kg |
| Recommended prime mover | Caterpillar 793 or equivalent |
| Typical tyre size | 33.00R51 |
| Axle / tyre configuration | Dual axle / 8 tyres |
| Typically carries | Excavators: CAT 6040, Hitachi EX3600, Komatsu PC4000, Liebherr R9400 Dozers: CAT D11, Komatsu D575 · Drills: CAT MD6640, Epiroc PV351 |
Panther 600T / 800T / 1000T
| Payload capacity | Up to 1,000,000 kg |
| Recommended prime mover | Caterpillar 793 + Powered Axle Group or equivalent |
| Typical tyre size | 40.00R57 |
| Axle / tyre configuration | Dual axle / 8 tyres |
| Typically carries | Excavators: CAT 6090 FS, Hitachi EX8000, Komatsu PC9000, Liebherr R9800 |
Every Panther is engineered around your operation. Dimensions, deck configuration, payload capacity, prime mover integration and optional features can all be tailored to suit customer-specific requirements, including compatibility with both conventional diesel and battery-electric prime movers.
Every relocation costs more than you think
The TRUE cost of tramming
Long-distance tramming consumes valuable production time while accelerating wear on critical mining assets. The Panther Low Loader transforms equipment relocations into fast, controlled transport—reducing operating costs, minimising machine wear and returning equipment to production sooner.
Undercarriage Wear
Reduce unnecessary wear on tracks, rollers, idlers, final drives and undercarriage components by transporting equipment instead of tramming.
Lost Production
Complete relocations faster and return production assets to work sooner, reducing lost production time.
Fuel Consumption
Avoid the significant fuel burn associated with long-distance tramming and extended idling during relocations.
Maintenance Efficiency
Bring the machine to the workshop—not the workshop to the machine. Reduce the need to send trades, tooling and support vehicles into active mining areas, improving maintenance efficiency while minimising production disruption.
Asset Life
Preserve machine life by reserving operating hours for productive mining rather than travelling between work areas.
Labour & Safety Exposure
Reduce the personnel, support equipment and time required to safely complete each relocation.
Modelled Customer Value
Every operation is different. Every business case should be too.
This example is based on a site-specific financial model developed for a mining operation with a fleet of 36 × CAT D11 dozers, 4 × Epiroc Pit Viper 275 drills and 1 × Hitachi EX1200-7 excavator, supported by a Panther 160T and CAT 785/789 Prime Mover. Results will vary depending on fleet composition, relocation frequency, haul distances and operating conditions.
$23.01M
Total modelled annual value — the sum of the breakdown below
$9.69M
Labour costs savings
$7.79M
Productivity gains
$2.25M
Fuel cost savings
$2.14M
Undercarriage maintenance savings
$1.14M
Deferred capital & asset life extension
Ready to reduce the cost of equipment relocation?
Talk to our team about your fleet. We’ll recommend the right Panther model and develop a site-specific business case based on your equipment, relocation frequency and operating conditions.