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Liebherr R974B Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Liebherr ➔
Model: R974B ➔

The Liebherr R974B Excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed to tackle a wide range of tasks with efficiency and precision. With a net power of 490 hp and a hydraulic system pump capacity of 262.1 gpm, this excavator is equipped to handle digging depths of up to 43 ft and reaches of 43 ft. Its robust engine model D9408 TI-E and advanced hydraulic system make it a reliable and high-performing choice for heavy-duty construction projects.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Shipping Height of Unit	21.40 ft (6.52 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	54.30 ft (16.55 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Shipping Height of Unit	26.30 ft (8.02 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	59.80 ft (18.23 m)

Boom/Stick Mat. Handler Option 1

Boom/Stick Option (MAT) 1	Gooseneck Boom 12000mm w/stick 9000mm
Max Depth	7.30 ft (2.23 m)
Max Height	7.30 ft (2.23 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	6.90 ft (2.10 m)

Boom/Stick Mat. Handler Option 2

Boom/Stick Option (MAT) 2	Gooseneck Boom 1400mm w/stick 10500mm
Max Depth	8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Max Height	8.30 ft (2.53 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	7.90 ft (2.41 m)

Dimensions

Digging Depth	43.00 ft (13.11 m)
Digging Reach	43.00 ft (13.11 m)
Ground Clearance	2.20 ft (0.67 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Length of Track on Ground	17.10 ft (5.21 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	4.90 ft (1.49 m)
Shipping Height	21.40 ft (6.52 m)
Shipping Length	54.30 ft (16.55 m)
Tail Swing Radius	14.60 ft (4.45 m)
Undercarriage Width	11.90 ft (3.63 m)
Upperstructure Clearance	4.90 ft (1.49 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	14.30 ft (4.36 m)

Engine

Displacement	1,049.70 cu in (17,201.54 cu cm)
Engine Model	D9408 TI-E
Net Power	490.00 hp (365.40 kw)
Number of Cylinders	8
Power Measured @	1800 rpm

Hydraulic System

Pump Capacity	262.10 gpm (992.05 lpm)
Pump Type	Variable flow swash plate
Relief Pressure	4641.3 psi

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Fuel Capacity	338.20 gal (1,280.09 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	131.10 gpm (496.21 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	317.10 gal (1,200.22 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4931.3 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight w/o Attachment	201,723.00 lbs (91,500.13 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed	5.5 rpm
Swing Torque	191.80 lbs ft (260.04 nm)

Track Undercarriage

Length of Track on Ground	17.10 ft (5.21 m)
Number of Shoes per Side	2
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9
Shoe Size	23.70 in (60.20 cm)

Transmission

Max Speed

1.80 mph (2.90 kph)

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	159,614.40 lbs (72,399.96 kg)
Ground Pressure	18 psi
Max Travel Speed	1.80 mph (2.90 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	2
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9
Shoe Size	23.70 in (60.20 cm)
Track Gauge	11.90 ft (3.63 m)

Wheel Undercarriage

Wheelbase	17.10 ft (5.21 m)
Width w/ Stabilizers on Ground	15.30 ft (4.66 m)

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