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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 ft (10 m)
Max Cutting Height	55 ft (17 m)
Max Dig Depth	29 ft (9 m)
Max Dump Height	35 ft (11 m)
Max Reach on Ground	66 ft (20 m)
Overall Length	74 ft (23 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	55 ft (17 m)
Max Digging Depth	29 ft (9 m)
Max Loading Height	35 ft (11 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	66 ft (20 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	32 ft (10 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	74 ft (23 m)

Dimensions

Digging Depth	28 ft (9 m)
Digging Reach	28 ft (9 m)
Ground Clearance	5 ft (1 m)
Height - Top of Cab	30 ft (9 m)
Height of Tracks	10 ft (3 m)
Length of Track on Ground	25 ft (8 m)
Length of Tracks	33 ft (10 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	9 ft (3 m)
Upper Structure Ground Clearance	9 ft (3 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	25 ft (8 m)

Engine

Displacement	3,070 cu in (50,300 cu cm)
Engine Model	2 x K 1800 E
Gross Power	3,000 hp (2,237 kw)
Net Power	3,000 hp (2,237 kw)
Number of Cylinders	16
Power Measured @	1800 rpm

Loading Shovel

Arm Crowd Force	516,980 lbs ft (700,922 nm)
Height to Top of Boom - shovel	28 ft (9 m)
Loading Shovel	8m boom / 5m stick
Max Dig Reach	51 ft (16 m)
Max Dump Height	47 ft (14 m)
Overall Length - shovel	77 ft (23 m)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	150 amps
Fuel Capacity	3,434 gal (12,999 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	222 gpm (840 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	2,166 gal (8,199 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 lbs (659,001 kg)
Backhoe Shoe Width 1	55 in (140 cm)
Ground Pressure	40 psi
Loading Shovel Ground Pressure	40.9 psi
Loading Shovel Operating Weight	1,472,688 lbs (668,001 kg)
Loading Shovel Shoe Width	55 in (140 cm)
Max Travel Speed	1 mph (2 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 in (140 cm)
Track Gauge	20 ft (6 m)

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