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Roadtec RX-600 Cold Planer
The Roadtec RX-600 is the mid-size cold planer in the RX family. It cuts city streets, subdivisions, parking lots, and tight lane closures at production speed. The machine has a 675 hp engine and a two-stage front load-out conveyor. Standard cut widths run from 6 ft 3 in to 7 ft 2 in. Astec offers three-track and four-track configurations.
Power
675 hp Cummins QSX-15
Cut depth
Up to 13 in
Standard cut widths
6 ft 3 in to 7 ft 2 in
Tracks
3-track or 4-track
Overview
Built for city streets, subdivisions, parking lots, lane repairs, and maneuverable production milling.
The RX-600 fits between compact utility mills and heavy highway machines. It is light enough for urban work. It still has the horsepower, conveyor capacity, and track options for long production days.
Astec lists the RX-600 with four-track assemblies or optional three-track assemblies. Cut depth reaches 13 in. The two-stage front load-out conveyor swings 60 degrees to either side.
Texas crews pick the RX-600 for city overlays, curb-line milling, shoulder tie-ins, HOA streets, and parking-lot production. It also fits DOT work that does not need full-lane horsepower.
Features
What makes the RX-600 work
Dust Extraction System
A hydraulic fan pulls dust and debris from the milling operation and helps send fine material through the conveyor stream into the truck.
Keyway Steering
Steering keys at the front legs are replaceable, and the linkage-free design improves access around the primary conveyor area.
Searchable Specs
RX-600 technical specifications
Engine
Tier 4 Final Cummins QSX-15
Rated power
675 hp at 1,850 rpm
Shipping weight
60,560 lb 3-track; 63,480 lb 4-track
Shipping dimensions
42 ft 4 in L x 8 ft 2 in W x 9 ft 10 in H
Maximum cut depth
13 in
Standard cutter housings
75 in, 79 in, and 86 in housings
Standard cut widths
6 ft 3 in, 6 ft 7 in, and 7 ft 2 in
Optional VCS widths
24 in, 36 in, and 48 in
Conveyors
32 in heavy-duty belts with 120-degree load-out conveyor swing
Travel speed
0-3.2 mph
Working speed
0-163 fpm high, 0-110 fpm low
Fuel capacity
250 gal
Water tank
800 gal
Hydraulic tank
90 gal
Turning radius
6 ft 8 in 4-track; 5 ft 8 in 3-track
Use cases
Urban millingSubdivision streetsParking lotsDOT maintenanceShoulder and lane tie-ins
How to compare it
Choose RX-600 over RX-405 when standard 6 ft-plus milling widths and higher production matter.
Choose RX-700 when you need 800 hp, 14 in cut depth, or wider 8 ft-plus/10 ft-class housings.
Choose RX-900 when the project is dominated by full-lane or high-volume highway milling.
Closner support
Texas milling support beyond the machine sale
Closner helps milling contractors think through cutter drums, teeth, track configuration, truck flow, transport, parts stocking, and service planning. The machine page gets you to the right model; the local support keeps the job moving.
Roadtec parts support
Cutter drums and teeth
Machine sizing help
Texas branch coverage
Frequently Asked Questions
RX-600 answers buyers search for
How much horsepower does the Roadtec RX-600 have?
The RX-600e is listed by Astec with a Tier 4 Final Cummins QSX-15 rated at 675 hp.
How deep can the RX-600 cut?
Astec lists the Roadtec RX-600 maximum cut depth at up to 13 in.
What cutting widths are available on the RX-600?
The RX-600 standard cutter widths include 6 ft 3 in, 6 ft 7 in, and 7 ft 2 in. The optional VCS package supports 24 in, 36 in, and 48 in widths.
Is the RX-600 a good Texas city-street milling machine?
Yes. Its 675 hp power, lighter weight, conveyor swing, and track options make it a strong fit for city streets, subdivisions, and parking-lot milling.
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