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Liebherr L 550 VS JCB 440-5 Comparison

Liebherr L 550

Liebherr L 550

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JCB 440-5

JCB 440-5

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Liebherr L 550

Liebherr L 550

150L

JCB 440-5

JCB 440-5

54L

Engine

Model
Liebherr D934 / D936
JCB EcoMAX 448
Engine Make
Liebherr
JCB
Engine Type
4-stroke turbocharged diesel
4-stroke, water-cooled diesel
Gross Power
168 HP
113 HP
Net Power
160 HP
108 HP
Engine Power
228 HP
112 HP
Engine Displacement
7000 L
4800 L
Number Of Cylinders
6 nos
4 nos
Rated RPM
2000 rpm
2200 rpm
Aspiration
Turbocharged with intercooler
Turbocharged
Emission Standard
BS IV
BS IV
Max Torque
1150 Nm
600 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Power Train

Transmission Type
Hydrostatic / Power-split
Powershift
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Torque Converter Type
NA
Single-stage, 3-element
Gear Box Type
Continuously variable
Powershift (4 Forward / 3 Reverse)
Differential Type
Automatic limited-slip differentials
Open / optional limited slip

Hydraulic System

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

Brakes & Steering

Service Brake Type
Wet multi-disc brakes
Oil-immersed multi-disc brakes
Parking Brake Type
Spring-applied hydraulic release
Spring-applied, hydraulically released
Steering Type
Articulated hydraulic steering
Articulated hydraulic steering
Steering Angle
40 deg
40 deg

Axle & Final Drive

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

Speed

Top Forward Speed
40 km/h
33 km/h
Top Reverse Speed
25 km/h
25 km/h

Dimensions

Overall Length
7500 mm
7200 mm
Overall Width
3000 mm
2600 mm
Overall Height
3500 mm
3300 mm
Height Over Cab
3400 mm
3350 mm
Height Over Exhaust
3300 mm
3350 mm
Wheel Base
3100 mm
2800 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance
450 mm
400 mm
Width Over Tyres
2800 mm
2600 mm
Wheel Tread
2100 mm
2000 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
5800 mm
5500 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
6500 mm
6100 mm
Tyre Size
20.5 R25
20.5–25

Performance

Bucket Capacity
3.1 Cu.m
3.16 Cu.m
Bucket Width
2700 mm
2600 mm
Payload
6000 kg
4000 kg
Static Tipping Load
10000 kg
9100 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
10500 kg
7900 kg
Max Breakout Force
150 kN
140 kN
Dump Height
3200 mm
2700 mm
Dumping Reach
1200 mm
1100 mm
Max Dump Angle
45 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground)
55 deg
40 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Carry)
55 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Full Height)
60 deg
50 deg
Max Hinge Pin Height
4000 mm
3900 mm
Max Digging Depth
150 mm
60 mm

Service Refill Capacities

Bucket Capacity
3.1
3.16
Bucket Width
2700
2600

Cabin & Controls

ROPS & FOPS Cabin
Yes
Yes
AC Cabin
Yes
Yes
Display Type
Digital multifunction display
Digital + analog display
Seat Type
Air-suspension ergonomic seat
Suspension seat
Joystick Controls
Yes
Yes
Noise Level
75 db(A)
75 db(A)

Electrical System

Battery
24V / ~170–200 Ah V/Ah
12V / 120 Ah V/Ah
Alternator Output
120 A
100 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

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

JCB 440-5

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Pros

  • Fuel-efficient EcoMAX engine with high torque (~600 Nm)
  • Good payload (~4 ton) → suitable for construction & aggregates
  • Strong service network & reliability