Liebherr R974C

Series: Liebherr Shovel

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The R974C from Liebherr is part of the Liebherr Shovel series. The engine delivers 550.5 hp (404.9 kW), has 8 cylinders, with a displacement of 16,160.9 cm³. Rated speed is 1,800 rpm. Ground clearance is 53.1 mm. The tank holds 1,460 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 1,350.3 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the D 9508. The Liebherr Shovel series covers 9 models. Rated output within it ranges from 440 to 4,055.5 hp; the R974C sits at the bottom of that range with 550.5 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the R964C below it with 440 hp and the R9250 above it with 1,304.9 hp. 480 Liebherr models across 20 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 12 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelD 9508correct
Power550.5 hp (404.9 kW)correct
Rated speed1,800 rpmcorrect
Cylinders8correct
Displacement16,160.9 cm³correct
AspirationCommon-rail-injection turbo-charged after-cooled reduced emissionscorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance53.1correct

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage24 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity1,350.3 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity1,460 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,831.3correct

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Liebherr R974C have?

The Liebherr R974C delivers 550 hp.

What engine does the Liebherr R974C have?

8 cylinders, 16,161 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.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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