Abstract: A self-propelled rock crushing machine which utilizes the drive unit to a conventional excavator of the type normally found in the construction industry. Each of the components on the self-propelled rock crushing machine is operated by a hydraulic motor and is removably secured to its vehicular frame. The components include a hopper that stores material to be crushed, an apron feeder that collects material from the hopper and carries the material toward the crushing device, a grizzly separator that separates undersize material from the larger material to be crushed, a crushing device, and a discharge conveyor that receives crushed material and discharges the same from its outer end. A water tank and pump also are provided for preparing properly moisturized crushed material which is suited for backfill operations.

Abstract: A self-propelled rock crushing machine prepared according to the present invention utilizes the drive unit to a conventional excavator of the type normally found in the construction industry. For simplified repairs or replacement of its components, each of the components on the self-propelled rock crushing machine are removably secured to its vehicular frame. The components include a hopper that stores material to be crushed, an apron feeder that collects material from the hopper and carries the material toward the crushing device, a grizzly separator that separates undersize material from the larger material to be crushed, a crushing device, and a discharge conveyor that receives crushed material and discharges the same from its outer end. A water tank and pump also are provided for preparing properly moisturized crushed material which is suited for backfill operations.