540 Dresser 540 Specifications & Technical Data (1983—1991)

The Dresser 540 is a wheel loader manufactured since 1987. It has a weight of 17 tons and a bucket width of 2 meters. The maximum …

The Dresser 540 is a wheel loader manufactured since 1987. It has a weight of 17 tons and a bucket width of 2 meters. The maximum discharge height is 4 meters and it can travel at a speed of 32 km/h. The transport width and height are both 2 meters. It has a lifting force of 149 kN and a bucket capacity ranging from 3 to 4 cubic meters.

Technical specs - 540 Dresser

Specification

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Weight
17.69 t
Standard tyres
23.5 x 25 -12PR
Bucket width
2.97 m
Bucket capacity min.
3.1 m³
Bucket capacity max.
4.1 m³
Transport width
2.77 m
Transport height
3.38 m
Travel speed
32.3 km/h
Max. discharge height
4.02 m
Lifting force
149.6 kN
Engine manuf.
Dresser
Engine type
D505T
Engine power
152.8 kW
Displacement
8.3 l
Revolutions at max torque
1500 rpm
Max. torque
768.7 Nm
No. of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore x stroke
114 x 135 mm

More technical details, like: bucket capacity, steering mode, transport length, turning radius outside, model series, dimension lxwxh, emission level are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with ROPS cabin, std. shovel and teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
Swing loader
No
telescopic
No
Aircondition
No
Quick hitch hydr.
No
Quick hitch mech.
No

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Dresser 540 FAQ

When was the Dresser 540 manufactured?

The Dresser 540 was manufactured from 1983 to 1991.

How much does the Dresser 540 wheel loader weigh?

The Dresser 540 wheel loader weighs 17.69 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Dresser 540 wheel loader?

The Dresser 540 wheel loader has a transport width of 2.77 meters and a transport height of 3.38 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Dresser 540 wheel loader?

The Dresser 540 wheel loader has a travel speed of 32.3 km/h.

What are the undercarriage specifications of the Dresser 540 wheel loader?

The Dresser 540 wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 23.5 x 25 -12PR.

What is the lifting force of the Dresser 540 wheel loader?

The Dresser 540 wheel loader has a lifting force of 149.6 kN.

What is the maximum discharge height of the Dresser 540?

The Dresser 540 has a maximum discharge height of 4.02 meters.

What are the bucket specifications of the Dresser 540 wheel loader?

The Dresser 540 wheel loader has a bucket width of 2.97 meters, with a capacity ranging from 3.1 to 4.1 cubic meters.

How much is a Dresser 540 Wheel loader (1983u20131991) worth?

The residual value of the Dresser 540 depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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