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JCB 455-4 VS Liebherr L 550 Comparison

JCB 455-4

JCB 455-4

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Liebherr L 550

Liebherr L 550

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JCB 455-4

JCB 455-4

90L

Liebherr L 550

Liebherr L 550

150L

Engine

Model
QSB6.7
Liebherr D934 / D936
Engine Make
Cummins
Liebherr
Engine Type
6-cylinder, turbocharged, after-cooled diesel engine
4-stroke turbocharged diesel
Gross Power
168 HP
168 HP
Net Power
160 HP
160 HP
Engine Power
225 HP
228 HP
Engine Displacement
6700 L
7000 L
Number Of Cylinders
6 nos
6 nos
Rated RPM
2200 rpm
2000 rpm
Aspiration
Turbocharged with charge air cooler
Turbocharged with intercooler
Emission Standard
Stage V / Tier 4
BS IV
Max Torque
950 Nm
1150 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Power Train

Transmission Type
Automatic powershift transmission
Hydrostatic / Power-split
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Torque Converter Type
Lock-up torque converter
NA
Gear Box Type
5-speed powershift gearbox
Continuously variable
Differential Type
Limited slip differential
Automatic limited-slip differentials

Hydraulic System

System Type
Load-sensing hydraulic system
Load-sensing hydraulic system
Pump Type
Variable displacement piston pump
Variable displacement axial piston pump
Max Pump Flow
270 L/min
300 L/min
System Pressure
250 bar
350 bar
Implement Maximum Flow
240 L/min
250 L/min
Implement Operating Pressure
250 bar
350 bar

Brakes & Steering

Service Brake Type
Oil-immersed multi-disc brakes
Wet multi-disc brakes
Parking Brake Type
Spring-applied hydraulic release brake
Spring-applied hydraulic release
Steering Type
Fully hydraulic articulated steering
Articulated hydraulic steering
Steering Angle
40 deg
40 deg

Axle & Final Drive

Front Axle Type
Heavy-duty rigid drive axle
Heavy-duty planetary axle
Rear Axle Type
Oscillating drive axle
Oscillating planetary axle
Oscillation Angle
12 deg
12 deg
Final Drive Type
Planetary hub reduction
Planetary reduction

Speed

Top Forward Speed
38 km/h
40 km/h
Top Reverse Speed
26 km/h
25 km/h

Dimensions

Overall Length
8210 mm
7500 mm
Overall Width
2850 mm
3000 mm
Overall Height
3420 mm
3500 mm
Height Over Cab
3420 mm
3400 mm
Height Over Exhaust
3500 mm
3300 mm
Wheel Base
3300 mm
3100 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance
450 mm
450 mm
Width Over Tyres
2850 mm
2800 mm
Wheel Tread
2200 mm
2100 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
6000 mm
5800 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
6800 mm
6500 mm
Tyre Size
23.5-25
20.5 R25

Performance

Bucket Capacity
5 Cu.m
3.1 Cu.m
Bucket Width
3000 mm
2700 mm
Payload
5500 kg
6000 kg
Static Tipping Load
13000 kg
10000 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
11170 kg
10500 kg
Max Breakout Force
175 kN
150 kN
Dump Height
2740 mm
3200 mm
Dumping Reach
1080 mm
1200 mm
Max Dump Angle
45 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground)
45 deg
55 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Carry)
50 deg
55 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Full Height)
55 deg
60 deg
Max Hinge Pin Height
4050 mm
4000 mm
Max Digging Depth
70 mm
150 mm

Service Refill Capacities

Bucket Capacity
5
3.1
Bucket Width
3000
2700

Cabin & Controls

ROPS & FOPS Cabin
Yes
Yes
AC Cabin
Yes
Yes
Display Type
Digital LCD display
Digital multifunction display
Seat Type
Adjustable air-suspension operator seat
Air-suspension ergonomic seat
Joystick Controls
Yes
Yes
Noise Level
72 db(A)
75 db(A)

Electrical System

Battery
24V / 140 Ah V/Ah
24V / ~170–200 Ah V/Ah
Alternator Output
100 A
120 A
Lighting Type
LED
LED

Additional Features

Auto Idle
Yes
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
Yes
GPS & Telematics
Yes
Yes
Remote Diagnostics
Yes
Yes
Warranty
2000 Hours
2000 Hours

JCB 455-4

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Pros

  • High Engine Power – 225 HP engine provides strong performance for heavy construction and mining work.
  • Large Tipping Load – Over 11 tons tipping capacity improves productivity.
  • Fast Travel Speed – Up to 38 km/h for quicker site movement.

Liebherr L 550

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Pros

  • Liebherr hydrostatic driveline reduces fuel consumption significantly
  • Strong breakout force → faster loading cycles
  • Well-balanced design reduces rear lift during heavy loads