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Liebherr R918 LITRONIC Specs

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Overview

The Liebherr R918 LITRONIC is a hydraulic excavator listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include operating weight of 44,754 lb, working depth of 18.71 ft, reach of 29.20 ft, capacity of 0.8 yd³, travel speed of 3.7 mph and fuel capacity of 97.5 gal. This model can be reviewed for excavation, trenching, loading, site preparation, and fleet comparison workflows. Use the full specifications table to compare the Liebherr R918 LITRONIC against similar hydraulic excavator models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.

Key Specifications

Operating Weight
44,753.90
lb

Max Digging Depth
18.71
ft

Reference Bucket Capacity
0.80
yd3

Full Specifications

43 specs

Dimensions

Boom/Stick Option (Hex) 1 5.20m boom / 2.25m stick

Breakout Force - Iso 30,349 lb / 13,766 kg

Breakout Force - Sae 26,527 lb / 12,033 kg

Breakout Force-Iso 30,349 lb / 13,766 kg

Breakout Force-Sae 26,527 lb / 12,033 kg

Bucket Digging Force - Iso 21,132 lb / 9,585 kg

Bucket Digging Force - Sae 20,008 lb / 9,075 kg

Ground Clearance 1.61 ft / 0.49 m

Height to Top of Cab 10.01 ft / 3.05 m

Max Digging Depth 18.71 ft / 5.70 m

Max Reach Along Ground 29.20 ft / 8.90 m

Max. Teeth Height 352.37 in / 8,950 mm

Max.Dumping Height 19.53 ft / 5.95 m

Maximum Reach At Ground Level 362.21 ft / 110.40 m

Tail Swing Radius 5.09 ft / 1.55 m

Undercarriage Width 13.62 ft / 4.15 m

Upper Structure Clearance 3.61 ft / 1.10 m

Voltage 24 V

Wheelbase 132.68 ft / 40.44 m

Engine

Bore 4.10 in / 104 mm

Displacement 275 cu in / 4.5 L

Emission Tier Level Tier 4 Final

Engine Model D924 A7-04

Fuel Tank 97.50 gal / 369.1 L

Horsepower, Net-Iso 9249 163 hp / 121.5 kW

Horsepower, Net-Sae J1349 161 hp / 120.1 kW

Hydraulic Oil Tank 45 gal / 170.3 L

Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure 5,076 psi / 350.0 bar

Max Torque 503 lb-ft / 682 Nm

Maximum Bucket Capacity 2 yd³ / 1.53 m³

Minimum Bucket Capacity 1.60 yd³ / 1.22 m³

Number of Cylinders 4

Operating Weight 44,754 lb / 20,300 kg

Power Measured @ 1,800 rpm

Reference Bucket Capacity 0.80 yd³ / 0.61 m³

Stroke 5.20 in / 132 mm

Swing Speed 10 deg

Swing Torque 37.70 deg

Urea Tank 12.20 gal / 46.2 L

Hydraulics

Maxpumpflow 103.10 gal/min / 390.3 L/min

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull 43,163 lb / 19,579 kg

Max Travel Speed 3.70 mph / 6.0 km/h

Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the operating weight of the Liebherr R918 LITRONIC? +

The Liebherr R918 LITRONIC has an operating weight of 44,754 lb (20,300 kg). This places it in a class suited for hydraulic excavator applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.

What is the maximum digging depth of the Liebherr R918 LITRONIC? +

The Liebherr R918 LITRONIC has a maximum digging depth of 18.71 ft (5.70 m). This makes it suitable for trenching, foundation work, and other excavation tasks requiring vertical reach.

What is the maximum reach of the Liebherr R918 LITRONIC? +

The Liebherr R918 LITRONIC has a maximum reach along the ground of 29.20 ft (8.90 m), allowing it to work effectively across wide areas without repositioning.

What is the travel speed of the Liebherr R918 LITRONIC? +

The Liebherr R918 LITRONIC has a maximum travel speed of 3.7 mph (6.0 km/h), enabling efficient movement between work areas on the job site.

How does the Liebherr R918 LITRONIC compare to similar Hydraulic Excavator models? +

You can compare the Liebherr R918 LITRONIC side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.