Liebherr Introduces Line of Wheel Loaders

Liebherr Construction Equipment Co., Newport News, Va., has introduced its line of Generation 6 wheel loaders.

The new wheel loader series features higher power, improved operator comfort and additional safety devices, according to a press release from the company.

The new models have tipping loads of more than 33,000 pounds and meet Tier III noise and emissions regulations for construction machine engines.

The new Liebherr diesel engines are a core component. To meet the new Tier III noise and emissions regulations, Liebherr’s own engine factory, Liebherr-Machine Bulle S.A., Switzerland, has developed a line of diesel engines, which will be standard in Liebherr construction equipment with power requirements between 177 hp and 761 hp.

The Generation 6 wheel loaders also have a cooling system that takes into account the increased cooling requirements of the new diesel engines. The cooling system uses a hydraulic cooling-on-demand system with a larger cooling area and an additional fuel-cooling unit. Redesigned hoods and access points maintain quick and easy serviceability and maintenance access.

The new cab of the Generation 6 line is 28 percent larger than on the previous model. In addition, the cooling capacity of the standard air conditioning system has been optimized with new automotive-style flap controls allowing four-zone ventilation within the cab.

New safety features include the single-part laminated front screen, large external mirrors, four floodlights on the front and larger steps for safe entrance to the cab. Collision protection has also been included in the rear ballast.