News and press releases

The new Liebherr R 920 Compact swing crawler excavator introduced at Conexpo 2017

The new R920 Compact swing crawler excavator, which was showcased for the first time at Bauma 2016, is now available worldwide. The compact swing model has been designed specifically for use in restricted construction sites or in inner city areas.

A new series of Liebherr earthmoving equipment developed for lower regulated markets

During Conexpo 2017, Liebherr is exhibiting a new line-up of Liebherr machines specifically developed for lower regulated markets; the R920 and the R924 crawler excavators and the L 550 wheel loader.

Comprehensive knowledge in deep foundation applications: Liebherr showcases numerous US-premieres at Conexpo 2017

At Conexpo 2017, Liebherr showcases its machine range for the deep foundation industry: the piling rig LRH 600, the hydraulic free-fall hammer H 15 L, the piling and drilling rig LRB 355 and the duty cycle crawler crane HS 8130 HD. These machines have been especially adapted according to US requirements, and are premiering in North America.

Liebherr updates the integrated planning software for smaller crawler cranes

Liebherr presents its latest planning software, Crane Planner 2.0 for the crawler crane range LR 1100 – LR 1300. This new software ensures accurate lift planning and increases safety for heavy lifts.

Liebherr crawler concrete pump THS 110 D4f-K at Conexpo 2017

At Conexpo 2017, Liebherr is presenting the crawler concrete pump THS 110 D4f-K; it features a maximum concrete output of 133 yd³/h (102 m³/h) powered by a six-cylinder engine.

The new Liebherr A 918 Litronic wheeled excavator at Conexpo 2017

Liebherr presents the A 918 Litronic wheeled excavator compliant with the latest emission stage Tier 4f / Stage IV at Conexpo 2017. With an operating weight between 38,800 – 43,600lb (17,600 and 19,800kg) and engine power of 163HP /120kW , the A 918 is the ideal machine both for standard earthmoving and road construction, as well as drainage and pipeline work.

Liebherr unveils the new PR 716 crawler dozer at Conexpo 2017

Liebherr has extended its Generation 6 crawler tractor line with the new PR 716 Litronic. The line now includes six models, with operating weights ranging from 29,100 to more than 160,000lbs.

New Liebherr LRS 545 Reachstacker for Dublin

Doyle Shipping Group has taken delivery of a new Liebherr LRS 545 reachstacker for its Dublin Port container operation. The LRS 545 was produced at Liebherr’s manufacturing facility in Sunderland (UK) and shipped to Dublin via road.

World premiere at Conexpo 2017: Liebherr launches the high performance pipelayer RL 56

Liebherr presents its first generation 6 pipelayer at Conexpo 2017. The new RL 56 Litronic provides a lifting capacity of 72 tonnes / 158,733 lbs. and comes with a state of the art Diesel engine, complying with Tier 4f /Stage IV emissions standards.

New Liebherr LRS 545 Reachstacker for Dublin

Doyle Shipping Group has taken delivery of a new Liebherr LRS 545 reachstacker for its Dublin Port container operation.

Medium pressure pump added to the Liebherr portfolio of hydraulic components

Liebherr component division is presenting the newly developed LH30VO axial piston pump of swash plate design at Conexpo 2017. The medium pressure pump complements the existing product portfolio in the range of 280 bar (4,061 psi) nominal pressure and maximum pressure of up to 320 bar (4,641.21 psi), suited for mobile machinery use. The pump for all mobile applications with open circulation has a delivery rate of 45 cm³ (28.38 inches) per rotation and is already available with two of the most common controls.

Liebherr Offshore Cranes Accessing New Markets

Liebherr’s maritime manufacturing plant in Rostock has been awarded the contract to supply the heavy-lift crane for the Orion, a new wind farm installation and platform decommissioning vessel ordered by DEME from COSCO (QiDong) Offshore, a subsidiary of COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry. The crane is rated at 3,000 tonnes at more than 50 metres, with a lifting height in excess of 170 meters and a designation of HLC (Heavy-Lift Crane) 295000. Delivery will be spring 2019.

Liebherr Offshore Cranes Accessing new Markets

Liebherr’s maritime manufacturing plant in Rostock has been awarded the contract to supply the heavy-lift crane for the Orion, a new wind farm installation and platform decommissioning vessel ordered by DEME from COSCO (QiDong) Offshore, a subsidiary of COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry.

Liebherr receives iF Design Award 2017

High-quality materials, a perfectly detailed finish and an exclusive design characterise the BluPerformance refrigerators. Liebherr Domestic Appliances won the iF Design Award for Product Design for these attributes.

Liebherr mobile cranes successfully complete final bridge dismantling job in the dark and fog

Three massive prestressed concrete supports for a road bridge were dismantled under great time pressure near Osnabrück. The railway track under the bridge was shut to rail traffic for two nights. Crane contractors Sommer-Kranverleih from Bremen and Autokrane-Spallek from Ibbenbüren each brought an LTM 1300-6.2 to the site to complete the job.

Efficient and comfortable: BRCM puts the Liebherr R 946 crawler excavator to work

French company BRCM (Budillon Rabatel Concassage Mobile) has put a new Liebherr R 946 crawler excavator into operation. The R 946 was added to BRCM's machine fleet in summer 2016 and ensures the crushers are supplied with material. After the first few months in operation the machine already stands out in terms of its capacity and particularly high level of driving and operating comfort.

XPower wheel loader consumption figures now available in Liebherr fuel-saving calculator

Fuel consumption information for all XPower wheel loaders is now available in the Liebherr fuel-saving calculator. The consumption figures, compiled from live data, are constantly updated and provide information that demonstrates the outstanding efficiency of the XPower wheel loaders.

New diesel engine: in-line 6-cylinder engine with displacement of 18 litres expands portfolio

Liebherr expands its diesel engine product range. A further in-line 6-cylinder engine with 18-litre displacement will extend the portfolio in time for the introduction of the European Stage V emission standard. Customers in the off-road segment will thus be offered an additional product with proven Liebherr advantages in the performance range between 450 and 620kW.