Fuel consumption is one of the largest operating expenses in a mining operation. This calculator provides an estimate of **diesel fuel consumption**, **cost**, and **carbon emissions** for heavy equipment based on average consumption rates per hour of operation.
[Image of large open-pit mining equipment like haul trucks and excavators]Note: Consumption rates are approximations and can vary significantly based on load, engine condition, operator skill, altitude, and working conditions. The CO₂ factor of 2.68 kg/L is a standard estimate for diesel combustion.