R 916 Classic Liebherr excavator specs & Dimensions (2008 - 2012)

Classic operating pressure

An operating pressure of 365 bar makes the R 916 Classic fully equipped to tackle all earth moving work.

Better force distribution

The new undercarriage concept of the generation 6 crawler excavators leads to increased performance with improved service life. Thanks to the connection of the middle section being extended as far as the ends of the chassis beams, known as the X-design, the forces are better distributed, which increases the service life of the undercarriage.

Operating Weight and Ground Pressure

Operating weight includes basic machine with gooseneck boom 5.70 m, stick 2.40 m, quick change adapter 48 and bucket 0.95 m³. Optional: heavy duty counterweight (Heavy duty counterweight increases the operating weight by 1,000 kg and ground pressure by 0.02 kg/cm²).

Minimal noise and vibration

The new cab on the Liebherr crawler excavator meets the standards for noise emissions and whole-body vibrations, which makes work a pleasure.

Economical technology

Tests have shown that the new crawler excavators from Liebherr use even less fuel than the units of the previous generation. The electronic engine speed sensing control creates efficient conversion of engine output into hydraulic performance. The result: Faster and more powerful working while cutting fuel consumption at the same time; which means less stress for the diesel engine, too. The Advanced crawler excavator is even more economical when it comes to fuel consumption. Fuel savings are achieved thanks to the integrated excavator system technology and the efficient engine and hydraulics management. When at rest, the sensor-controlled function automatically brings the engine revolution speed down to idling, which reduces fuel consumption and emission values, and helps save the environment - as well as costs.

Environmental protection and recycling

All Liebherr engines meet the exhaust gas directives specified by law, of Stage IIIA/ Tier 3, which means reduced nitrogen oxide and fine dust emissions. This effect is supported even further by the optionally available Liebherr particle filter. With Liebherr, concern for the environment is extended to the whole machine. Up to 95 % of all the components from a Liebherr excavator can be recycled, and only lead-free paints are used.

Performance

Thanks to its innovative Advanced excavator system technology, the R 916 Advanced crawler excavator has performance features that are truly unique. Characteristic elements of this system technology include the particularly effective and energy-efficient Positive Control twin-circuit hydraulic system, which was specifically designed for machines with a high level of superimposed functions and operational movements. The electronic pump control arrangement sets this technology apart, creating a new standard for performance and quantity control that entirely matches the operator’s needs.

Economy

Crawler excavators from Liebherr guarantee maximum productivity. The optimum interplay of hydraulics and electronics means that individual movements and superimposed movements alike can be carried out particularly efficiently. And, perhaps last but by no means least, the perfect harmonisation of all the components means that energy expenditure during operation can be kept to an absolute minimum.

Advanced integrated excavator system technology

Among the high-tech equipment on the Advanced version of the R 916 is the newly-developed integrated excavator system technology. This is based on the Positive Control hydraulic system, controlled by Liebherr electronics and the system software. The sensors located at strategic points on the machine form the basis for an intelligent system that allows for fast and fluent working.

Positive Control twin-circuit hydraulic system

When travelling straight or in a curve, and during levelling work, the two pump circuits of the hydraulic system are separated or grouped together, as the need arises. Separation of the systems means that different consuming components can be supplied with different load pressures independently, saving energy too. By contrast, grouping the pump circuits allows for maximum speeds with individual or superimposed movements, and that means optimum energy utilisation.

Ready for the demands of the future

The Advanced Liebherr system technology can be updated at any time by Liebherr Service personnel to a newer version, which makes it ready to meet the demands of the future and prepared for the further development of the electronic options.

Power and speed

The R 916 achieves particularly fast work cycles, thanks, for example, to the powerful slewing drive of the superstructure, the rapid slewing rates, and the creation of high slewing torque.

High-resolution colour display

The 7-inch high-resolution colour display can be operated optionally as a touch-screen system or rotating/pushbutton arrangement. Thanks to its high resolution, the video-style display reproduces the image from the rear area monitoring camera in the best possible quality. It comes with versatile adjustment, control, and monitoring capabilities, and is designed to be glare-free.

Comfort

In the cab the driver can look forward to a workplace designed in accordance with the very latest findings in ergonomic science, with emphasis on comfort and ease of operation. The optimised arrangement of the hydraulic hoses means that the driver has an even wider field of vision, and the heating and climate control system fitted as standard means pleasant working conditions inside, whatever the weather. Liebherr crawler excavators are also particularly easy to service – maintenance tasks can be carried out easily and rapidly at readily accessible service points.

ROPS cab structure

The cab is equipped with an integrated roll-over protection system (ROPS) in accordance with ISO 12117-2, guaranteeing driver safety in any situation.

A pleasant workplace

The entirely new design of the Advanced cab provides plenty of room, and creates a pleasant sense of space. Cab windows in the front, the roof, and on the right are made of break-resistant two-pane safety glass. The front windscreen is a two-part design and can be completely retracted. The cab meets ROPS requirements, providing the driver with even more protection.

Wide camera viewing field

The optional rearview camera for the R 916 Advanced, with a viewing angle of more than 120°, provides a complete view of the area behind the machine.

Fully automatic climate control system

The climate control system has more than 12 adjustable nozzles for individual control of air flow, and can be operated via the display. For heating operation, the fuel-saving Econ mode is available, in which the climate control compressor is switched off.