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.
Backhoe Boom / Stick 1
Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator Backhoe Boom / Stick 1 specifications
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
Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
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
Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
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
Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator Engine specifications
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
Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator Loading Shovel specifications
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
Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator Operating Specifications 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
Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed
3.5 rpm
Undercarriage
Liebherr R996 Mini Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Backhoe Ground Pressure - Shoe 1
40 psi
Backhoe Operating Weight - Shoe 1
1,452,846.40 lbs (658,887.28 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 (667,885.69 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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