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Liebherr L550 Wheel Loader

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Liebherr ➔
Model: L550 ➔

The Liebherr L550 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general earthmoving applications. It is part of Liebherr's medium-size wheel loader range and is commonly used in construction, quarrying, aggregate, recycling, and industrial material handling. The L550 is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydrostatic drive, articulated steering, and a loader linkage for bucket and attachment work. Operator cab design, visibility, and control layout are key features of the model. The Liebherr L550 is used in applications requiring efficient cycle times, maneuverability, and reliable performance in demanding site conditions.

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Bucket

Arm length	9 ft (3 m)
Breakout Force	31,476 lbs (14,277 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	4 cu yd (3 cu m)
Bucket Width	8 ft (2 m)
Digging depth	3 ft (1 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10 ft (3 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (1 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11 ft (3 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	12 ft (4 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	27 ft (8 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	4 ft (1 m)
Wheelbase	10 ft (3 m)

Electrical System

Alternator	28/100 (V/A)
Battery	2 x 140 Ah
Starter	24/10.5 (V/HP)
Voltage	24 V

Engine

Air cleaner	Dry air filter with main and safety element pre-cleaner service indicator on the display
Aspiration	Water-cooled with exhaust turbo charging externally cooled exhaust gas recirculation and diesel particulate filter
Bore	5 in (12 cm)
Displacement	428 cu in (7,014 cu cm)
Engine Model	D934 A7
Fuel injection	Electronic Common Rail high-pressure injection
Gross Power	173 hp (129 kw)
Max Torque	622 lbs ft (843 nm)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	1500 rpm
Stroke	6 in (15 cm)
Torque Measured @	1300 rpm

Hydraulic System

Dump Time	2.3 seconds
Lower Time	2.7 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	62 gpm (235 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

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	11 gal (42 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	11 gal (40 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	9 gal (35 l)
Fuel Capacity	79 gal (299 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity	36 gal (135 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	65 gal (245 l)
Operating Weight	38,140 lbs (17,300 kg)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	9 gal (35 l)
Static Tipping Weight	26,785 lbs (12,149 kg)
Tire Size	23.5R25 L3
Transmission Fluid Capacity	3 gal (11 l)
Turning Radius	21 ft (6 m)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	25 mph (40 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	25 mph (40 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	3
Number of Reverse Gears	3

Liebherr L550s currently for sale

A 2014 Liebherr L550 From Finkbiner Equipment Co. for $129,300.00 USD

A 2015 Liebherr L550 From United Construction & Forestry for $65,000.00 USD

A 2015 Liebherr L550 From Schmidt Equipment Inc. for $65,000.00 USD

A 2012 Liebherr L550 From Finkbiner Equipment Co. for $53,300.00 USD

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