Liebherr L556 XPOWER Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Liebherr ➔
Model: L556 XPOWER ➔

The Liebherr L 556 XPower is a wheel loader designed for material handling, earthmoving, and loading applications in construction, quarry, and industrial environments. It features Liebherr's XPower driveline, which combines a hydrostatic and mechanical transmission for efficient power delivery and fuel economy across varying operating conditions. The L 556 XPower is part of Liebherr's medium wheel loader range and is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling, and site material transport. Typical configurations include a high breakout force, articulated steering, and operator-focused cab design. It is available with multiple bucket and attachment options for different jobsite requirements.

Bucket

Liebherr L556 XPOWER Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Arm length	8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Breakout Force	29,225.20 lbs (13,256.34 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	4.30 cu yd (3.29 cu m)
Bucket Width	8.10 ft (2.47 m)
Digging depth	3.00 ft (0.91 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	9.40 ft (2.87 m)

Dimensions

Liebherr L556 XPOWER Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.70 ft (0.52 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.10 ft (3.38 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	13.40 ft (4.08 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	28.30 ft (8.63 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	3.10 ft (0.94 m)
Wheelbase	11.20 ft (3.41 m)

Electrical System

Liebherr L556 XPOWER Wheel Loader Electrical System specifications
Alternator	28/140 (V/A)
Battery	2 x 180 Ah
Starter	24/10.5 (V/HP)
Voltage	24 V

Engine

Liebherr L556 XPOWER Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Air cleaner	Dry type filter with main and safety element pre-cleaner service indicator on the Liebherr display
Aspiration	Water-cooled in-line engine with charge-air cooling exhaust after-treatment through Liebherr-SCR technology
Bore	5.20 in (13.21 cm)
Displacement	486.00 cu in (7,964.13 cu cm)
Engine Model	D944 A7
Fuel injection	Electronic Common Rail high-pressure injection
Gross Power	225.00 hp (167.79 kw)
Max Torque	1,055.00 lbs ft (1,430.37 nm)
Net Power	221.00 hp (164.80 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	1800 rpm
Stroke	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Torque Measured @	1100 rpm

Hydraulic System

Liebherr L556 XPOWER Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	2.3 seconds
Lower Time	2.7 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	62.00 gpm (234.67 lpm)
Pump Type	Load-sensing variable axial piston pump with output and flow control and pressure cut-off in the control block
Raise Time	5.5 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	4351.2 psi

Operating Specifications

Liebherr L556 XPOWER Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	17.70 gal (66.99 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	6.90 gal (26.12 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	11.10 gal (42.01 l)
Fuel Capacity	74.00 gal (280.09 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity	27.70 gal (104.84 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	46.20 gal (174.87 l)
Operating Weight	40,565.00 lbs (18,400.00 kg)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	9.20 gal (34.82 l)
Static Tipping Weight	30,205.00 lbs (13,700.77 kg)
Tire Size	23.5R25 L3
Turning Radius	21.10 ft (6.43 m)

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