Overview
The Liebherr R996 B Shovel is a shovel listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 3,004 hp, working depth of 26.61 ft and fuel capacity of 3,434.3 gal. This model can be reviewed for equipment comparison, jobsite planning, fleet research, and specification-based machine selection. Use the full specifications table to compare the Liebherr R996 B Shovel against similar shovel models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Max Digging Depth
26.61
ft
Overall Width
7.91
m
Full Specifications
37 specs
Dimensions
Boom/Stick Option (Hex) 1
Mono Boom - 11.00 m /36 ft 1 in
Breakout Force - Iso
368,687 lb / 167,233 kg
Breakout Force-Iso
433,881 lb / 196,805 kg
Bucket Digging Force - Iso
345,082 lb / 156,526 kg
Ground Clearance
56.50 ft / 17.22 m
Hydraulic Motors And Drives
4
Max Bucket Opening Width
9.19 ft / 2.80 m
Max Digging Depth
26.61 ft / 8.11 m
Max. Crowd Force
523,805 lb / 237,594 kg
Max. Crowd Force At Ground Level (Iso 6015)
504,696 lb / 228,926 kg
Max. Crowd Length
17.66 ft / 5.38 m
Max. Teeth Height
651.97 in / 16,560 mm
Max.Dumping Height
35.01 ft / 10.67 m
Maximum Reach At Ground Level
62.44 ft / 19.03 m
Overall Height With Rops
9,260 mm / 364.57 in
Overall Length - Bucket Level On Ground
866.15 in / 22,000 mm
Overall Width
7,908 mm / 311.34 in
Stick Length
16.41 ft / 5.00 m
Track Width
236.23 in / 6,000 mm
Voltage
24 V
Wheelbase
24.61 ft / 7.50 m
Engine
Bore
6.30 in / 160 mm
Displacement
3,070 cu in / 50.3 L
Engine Model
Cummins K 1800 E
Engine Type
16 cylinder V-engine water-cooled
Fuel Tank
3,434.30 gal / 13,000.2 L
Hydraulic Tank
1,215.20 gal / 4,600.0 L
Operating Weight - 6wd
1,480,001 lb / 671,317 kg
Pump Flow
1,775.30 gal/min / 6,720.2 L/min
Rated Engine Speed
1,800 rpm
Rated Power
3,004 hp / 2,240.0 kW
Stroke
6.30 in / 160 mm
Swing Speed
3.50 deg
Hydraulics
Maximum System Pressure
4,641 psi / 320.0 bar
Shovel Capacity
44.50
Standard Bucket Capacity – Sae
47.10 yd³ / 36.01 m³
Undercarriage
Ground Pressure
41 psi / 2.8 bar
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum digging depth of the Liebherr R996 B Shovel? +
The Liebherr R996 B Shovel has a maximum digging depth of 26.61 ft (8.11 m). This makes it suitable for trenching, foundation work, and other excavation tasks requiring vertical reach.
How does the Liebherr R996 B Shovel compare to similar Shovel models? +
You can compare the Liebherr R996 B Shovel 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.