L 538 Liebherr L 538 Specifications & Technical Data (2002—2026)

The Liebherr L 538 is a wheel loader manufactured since 2002. It has a weight of 12.3 tons and a transport length of 7.7 meters. T…

The Liebherr L 538 is a wheel loader manufactured since 2002. It has a weight of 12.3 tons and a transport length of 7.7 meters. The bucket capacity is 2.8 cubic meters with a width of 2.5 meters. The maximum discharge height is 5.34 meters. It has a travel speed of 34 km/h and a transport width and height of 2.5 meters and 3.25 meters respectively. The lifting force is 135 kN and it has a turning radius outside of 5.91 meters.

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Technical specs - L 538 Liebherr

Specification

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Weight
12.3 t
Standard tyres
20.5 R25
Bucket width
2.5 m
Bucket capacity
2.8 m³
Steering mode
KL
Transport length
7.7 m
Transport width
2.5 m
Transport height
3.25 m
Travel speed
34 km/h
Max. discharge height
5.34 m
Turning radius outside
5.91 m
Lifting force
135 kN
Model series
L
Engine manuf.
Liebherr
Engine type
D 924 TI-E A1
Engine power
100 kW
Displacement
6.64 l
Revolutions at max torque
2000 rpm
Max. torque
567 Nm
No. of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore x stroke
122x142 mm

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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Liebherr L 538 FAQ

When was the Liebherr L 538 manufactured?

The Liebherr L 538 was first produced in 2002.

How much does the Liebherr L 538 weigh?

The Liebherr L 538 weighs 12.3 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Liebherr L 538 wheel loader?

The Liebherr L 538 wheel loader has a transport length of 7.7 meters, a transport width of 2.5 meters, and a transport height of 3.25 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Liebherr L 538 wheel loader?

The Liebherr L 538 wheel loader has a travel speed of 34 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption range of the Liebherr L 538 wheel loader?

The Liebherr L 538 wheel loader has a fuel consumption range of 5 to 9 liters per hour.

What are the tyre specifications of the Liebherr L 538 wheel loader?

The Liebherr L 538 wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 20.5 R25.

What are the maneuverability specifications of the Liebherr L 538 wheel loader?

The Liebherr L 538 wheel loader has an articulated-frame steering system and an outside turning radius of 5.91 meters.

What is the lifting force of the Liebherr L 538 wheel loader?

The Liebherr L 538 wheel loader has a lifting force of 135 kN.

What is the material handling capacity of the Liebherr L 538 in terms of maximum discharge height?

The Liebherr L 538 has a maximum discharge height of 5.34 meters.

What are the specifications of the primary work tool on the Liebherr L 538 wheel loader?

The primary work tool of the Liebherr L 538 wheel loader has a bucket capacity of 2.8 cubic meters and a bucket width of 2.5 meters.

How much is a Liebherr L 538 Wheel loader (2002u20132025) worth?

The residual value of the Liebherr L 538 depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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