Liebherr L538
Series: Liebherr Wheel Loader
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Technical data
Engine
| Engine model | 4045HFL93correct |
|---|---|
| Power | 156.1 hp (114.8 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,600 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,506.4 cm³correct |
| Aspiration | Inline engine, water-cooled exhaust-turbo charged with intercoolercorrect |
| Coolant capacity | 37.9 lcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Wheelbase | 3,017.5correct |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 518.2correct |
| Unladen weight | 12,260 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gearbox type | Stepless hydrostatic transmission travel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 3correct |
| Reverse gears | 3correct |
| Tyre size | 20.5R25 L3correct |
| System voltage | 24 Vcorrect |
Working data
| Pump flow | 170.3 l/mincorrect |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic oil capacity | 180.2 lcorrect |
| Fuel tank capacity | 205.2 lcorrect |
Other data
| Height | 3,291.8correct |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 9.4 kW/t (115 kW / 12.3 t)
Stronger than 59% of the wheel loaders in the register — out of 1,253 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Liebherr L538 have?
The Liebherr L538 delivers 156 hp.
How much does the Liebherr L538 weigh?
The unladen weight is 12,260 kg.
What engine does the Liebherr L538 have?
4 cylinders, 4,506 cm³ displacement.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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