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Liebherr R 980 SME Crawler Excavator

Liebherr R 980 SME Crawler Excavator

Liebherr R 980 SME Crawler Excavator is equipped to deliver the highest productivity and performance even when working in the most challenging applications and environments, whether it is used for heavy quarry digging or for mass excavation.

Heavy Duty Excavator

The R 980 excavator includes stick and bucket cylinders with increased diameter result in higher breakout and digging forces.

Undercarriage Built to Last

The double grouser beveled track pads are fitted as standard to assure excellent ground penetration and traction, even over rough terrain.c

Liebherr Durability

Attachments on the R 980 are comprised of steel-cast components that are designed for long-term durability.

Operating in Comfort

The cab of the R 980 features a new comfortable and ergonomic design, a 7” high-resolution color touch screen, and cab windows made of bullet-proof safety glass.

ADDING VALUE TO YOUR BUSINESS

Customer Support Agreements – Genuine, High Quality Parts – Dedicated Product Support Representatives

Being a Power Equipment Company customer means having a complete set of services at your fingertips. Our promise is that we will be your loyal and long-standing partner, delivering the right solutions and support to power your business. We are committed to increasing the positive return on your investment and maximizing uptime.

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Main Specs

  • Bucket Capacity 8.1YD3
    Compatible Range
  • Operating Weight 210541LBS
  • Horsepower 571HP
  • Emission Rating Tier 4 Final

Engine

  • Engine Make/Model Liebherr / D9508 A7 SCR
  • Rated Speed 1800rpm
  • Displacement 986in3
  • Engine Design 8 cylinder V, turbo aftercooled

Drivetrain

  • Transmission Type Hydrostatic
  • Controls Actuation Electronic
  • Final Drive Planetary reduction
  • Travel Speed (Low/High) 1.6 mph / 2.2 mph
  • Control Joystick levers w/ foot pedals

Performance

Dimensions

  • Transport Height Over Boom 17ft 3in
  • Transport Length - Mono Boom 45ft 3in
  • Overall Width 14ft 8in
  • Tailswing Radius 15ft 3in
  • Ground Clearance 31.8in

Hydraulics

  • Hydraulic Tank Capacity 141.5 gal
  • Hydraulic System Capacity 299.5 gal
  • Pump Type Variable axial piston
  • Max Pump Flow 2 x 131 gal/min
  • Max Operating Pressure 5,076 PSI

Standard Bucket/Shovel

  • Heaped Bucket Capacity 8.1 yd³
  • Cutting Width 94.4in
  • Weight 13,999 lbs
  • Breakout Force 114,202 lbf
  • Front Shovel Capacity Range 6.67 - 8.5 yd³
  • Front Shovel Cutting Width 106in - 124in
  • Front Shovel Weight Range 19,290 - 26,345 lbs

Undercarriage

  • Track Shoe Width (standard track) 23.6in
  • Track Length On Ground 15ft 9in
  • Track Shoe Type Double Grouser
  • Track Gauge 11ft 10in
  • Ground Pressure (standard track) 21.4 PSI
  • Tractive Force 145,001 lbf
  • Slew Torque 217,580 lbf

Performance Dimensions

  • Ground Level Reach - Mono Boom 40ft 4in
  • Dig Height - Mono Boom 41ft 8in
  • Dump Height - Mono Boom 28ft 3in
  • Dig Depth - Mono Boom 23ft 11in
  • Mono Boom Size 23ft 7in
  • Standard Dipper Size 9ft 6in
  • Lift Reach @ Ground Level 32ft 6in

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