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Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Liebherr ➔
Model: R996 ➔

Introducing the powerful Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator, a versatile machine designed for high performance in various digging and loading tasks. With impressive capabilities such as a max cutting height of 54.5 ft and a max dig depth of 28.9 ft, this excavator offers exceptional reach and efficiency on the job site. Equipped with a robust engine generating 3000 hp, along with innovative features like a hydraulic system with a flow capacity of 222 gpm, the Liebherr R996 delivers reliable and precise operation for all your excavation needs.

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Backhoe Boom / Stick 1

Height to Top of Boom	32.00 ft (9.75 m)
Max Cutting Height	54.50 ft (16.61 m)
Max Dig Depth	28.90 ft (8.81 m)
Max Dump Height	34.50 ft (10.52 m)
Max Reach on Ground	65.70 ft (20.03 m)
Overall Length	74.20 ft (22.62 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	54.50 ft (16.61 m)
Max Digging Depth	28.90 ft (8.81 m)
Max Loading Height	34.50 ft (10.52 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	65.70 ft (20.03 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	32.00 ft (9.75 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	74.20 ft (22.62 m)

Dimensions

Digging Depth	28.00 ft (8.53 m)
Digging Reach	28.00 ft (8.53 m)
Ground Clearance	4.80 ft (1.46 m)
Height - Top of Cab	29.80 ft (9.08 m)
Height of Tracks	9.80 ft (2.99 m)
Length of Track on Ground	24.70 ft (7.53 m)
Length of Tracks	32.90 ft (10.03 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	9.40 ft (2.87 m)
Upper Structure Ground Clearance	9.40 ft (2.87 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	25.10 ft (7.65 m)

Engine

Displacement	3,069.50 cu in (50,300.20 cu cm)
Engine Model	2 x K 1800 E
Gross Power	3,000.00 hp (2,237.14 kw)
Net Power	3,000.00 hp (2,237.14 kw)
Number of Cylinders	16
Power Measured @	1800 rpm

Loading Shovel

Arm Crowd Force	516,980.00 lbs ft (700,921.50 nm)
Height to Top of Boom - shovel	27.90 ft (8.50 m)
Loading Shovel	8m boom / 5m stick
Max Dig Reach	51.20 ft (15.61 m)
Max Dump Height	47.00 ft (14.33 m)
Overall Length - shovel	77.00 ft (23.47 m)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	150 amps
Fuel Capacity	3,434.30 gal (12,998.83 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	222.00 gpm (840.27 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	2,166.30 gal (8,199.45 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4640 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Swing Speed	3.5 rpm

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

3.5 rpm

Undercarriage

Backhoe Ground Pressure - Shoe 1	40 psi
Backhoe Operating Weight - Shoe 1	1,452,846.40 lbs (659,000.86 kg)
Backhoe Shoe Width 1	55.20 in (140.21 cm)
Ground Pressure	40 psi
Loading Shovel Ground Pressure	40.9 psi
Loading Shovel Operating Weight	1,472,687.90 lbs (668,000.82 kg)
Loading Shovel Shoe Width	55.20 in (140.21 cm)
Max Travel Speed	1.40 mph (2.25 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	3
Number of Lower Rollers	7
Number of Track Rollers per Side	7
Number of Upper Rollers	3
Shoe Size	55.20 in (140.21 cm)
Track Gauge	19.70 ft (6.00 m)

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