Crawler Excavator R 944 C SME

Operating Weight: 43,300 – 43,800 kg

Engine Output: 190 kW / 258 HP
Bucket Capacity: 2.5 – 3.0 m³
 R 944 C
Operating Weight: 38,500 – 40,900 kg
Engine Output: 190 kW / 258 HP
Bucket Capacity: 1.75 – 2.25 m³

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Performance Comfort
Liebherr crawler excavators feature state-of-the-art tech- In the operator’s station, the operator can look forward to a
nology and high-quality workmanship. The most impor- comfortable workstation that is designed according to the
tant components of the drive system are all produced by most up-to-date ergonomically know-how. The standard
Liebherr and are perfectly coordinated with one another. climate control provides a pleasant working environment
The engine generation, as further developed for the in all weather conditions.
“C-series”, assures an effective power delivery, a high de- Liebherr crawler excavators are particularly service-
gree of efficiency, long life expectancy and complies with friendly: Maintenance work is simply and quickly accom-
the emission standard IIIA / Tier 3. plished due to well accessible service points.

Reliability Economy
High demand for performance and quality is consequently Liebherr crawler excavators stand for maximum produc-
converted into landmark solutions to achieve the highest tivity. The sensitive excavator controls assure optimal effi-
level of dependability and reliability. Liebherr has over 50 ciency in the interaction of excavator hydraulics and elec-
years experience in the production of hydraulic excava- tronics. A wide selection of attachments and buckets with
tors and has an unparalleled competence in design and various dimensions provide the correct choice for every
know-how. application.

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Experience progress
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Liebherr System Technology
• Key-components such as engine, hydraulic pumps and motors,
swing and travel gear boxes as well as electronic elements are
developed and produced by Liebherr
• Manufacturing centers for components located in Germany
and Switzerland assure a maximum of quality

Hydraulic System
• Additional 3rd pump for swing circuit
assures highest priority on swing function
Attachment and increases productivity
• Steel casting elements at every pivot • The on demand hydrostatic fan drive
point for longer service life takes-off only the needed power to reduce
fuel consumption
• Two separate pins with casted bell
housing for optimal stress-flow
• Innovative concept with latest steelworks
• Centralized lubrication points for reduced
maintenance time and less downtime

Undercarriage
• Combination of high-strength steel plates
with steel castings for a smooth stress flow
and longer life time
• Robust structures thanks to the X-shaped
profile assure higher stability
• Integrated lashing eyes allow easy and safe
transport (2x each in the front and rear)

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ReGeneration Plus Cabin
• Quicker attachment lowering, less pressure • Standard air conditioning creates
loss and more safety a pleasant operator environment
• Higher productivity due to optimization and consolidation • Ergonomically designed seat assures
of the functions “pressureless lowering”, “regeneration” comfortable working conditions
and “load holding valves”
• Generously-sized windows
• Less energy consumption for less fuel consumption for optimal visibility

Engine
• Electronic engine speed sensing control
and maximum output at low engine speed
for less fuel consumption
• Environmental friendly and conform with
Stage IIIA / Tier 3 emission standard
• Developed and produced by Liebherr
in Switzerland

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 Technical Data
Engine Swing Drive
Rating per ISO 9249 ������������� 190 kW (258 HP) at 1,800 RPM Drive by ���������������������������� Liebherr swash plate motor
Model ������������������������������� Liebherr D 936 L Transmission ���������������������� Liebherr compact planetary reduction gear
conform with stage IIIA / Tier 3 emission standard. Swing ring ������������������������� Liebherr, sealed single race ball bearing swing
For applications at altitude higher than 3,000 m ring, internal teeth
please contact your local dealer Swing speed ���������������������� 0 – 8 RPM stepless
Type �������������������������������� 6 cylinder in-line Swing torque ���������������������� 125 kNm
Bore/Stroke ������������������ 122/150 mm Holding brake ��������������������� wet multi-disc (spring applied, pressure released)
Displacement ���������������� 10.5 l
Engine operation ����������������� 4-stroke diesel
unit pump system
turbo-charged and after-cooled
reduced emissions Operator’s Cab
Cooling ����������������������������� water-cooled, fuel cooled and integrated engine
oil cooler Cab ��������������������������������� built from deep drawn components, ­resiliently
Air cleaner ������������������������� dry-type air cleaner with pre-cleaner, ­primary and mounted, sound insulated, tinted windows, front
safety element, automatic dust ejection window stores overhead, door with sliding
Fuel tank ��������������������������� 660 l ­window
Standard ��������������������������� sensor controlled engine idling Operator’s seat ������������������� shock absorbing suspension, adjustable to
Electrical system operator’s weight, 4-way adjustable seat
Voltage ����������������������� 24 V Joysticks ��������������������������� integrated into adjustable seat consoles
Batteries ���������������������� 2 x 180 Ah/12 V Monitoring ������������������������� menu driven query of current operating condi-
Starter ������������������������ 24 V/6.6 kW tions. Automatic monitoring, display, warning
Alternator ��������������������� 28 V/80 A (acoustical and optical signal) and saving
­machine malfunction data, for exam­ple, engine
overheating, low engine oil pressure or low
hydraulic oil level
Heating system ������������������� standard air conditioning, combined cooler/­
Hydraulic System heater, additional dust filter in fresh air/recircu­
lated
Hydraulic pump Noise emission
for attachment ISO 6396 ��������������������������� LpA (inside cab) = 75 dB(A)
and travel drive �������������� two Liebherr variable flow, swash plate pumps 2000/14/EC������������������������ LWA (surround noise) = 105 dB(A)
Max. flow ��������������������� 2 x 303 l/min.
Max. pressure ��������������� 350 bar
Pump regulation ������������������ electro-hydraulic with electronic engine speed
sensing regulation, pressure compensation, flow
compensation, automatic oil flow optimizer Undercarriage
Hydraulic pump
for swing drive �������������� reversible, variable flow, swash plate pump, LC ����������������������������������� heavy duty, wide gauge
­closed-loop circuit Drive �������������������������������� Liebherr swash plate motors with inte­grated
Max. flow ��������������������� 205 l/min. brake valves on both sides
Max. pressure ��������������� 370 bar Transmission ���������������������� Liebherr planetary reduction gears
Hydraulic tank �������������������� 460 l Travel speed ���������������������� low range – 3.6 km/h
Hydraulic system ����������������� 710 l high range – 5.5 km/h
Hydraulic oil filter ����������������� 2 full flow filters in return line with inte­grated fine Drawbar pull max. ���������������� 273 kN
filter area (5 µm) Track components ��������������� D 7 G, maintenance-free,
Hydraulic oil cooler �������������� cooling unit, consisting of radiators for engine for 500 mm and 600 mm pad width
coolant, charge air, fuel and hydraulic oil with D 7, maintenance-free,
hydrostatically controlled fan drive for 600 mm and 750 mm pad width
MODE selection ������������������ adjustment of machine performance and the Track rollers/Carrier rollers ����� 9/2
hydraulics via a mode selector to match applica- Tracks ������������������������������ sealed and greased
tions Track pads ������������������������ double or triple grouser
ECO ��������������������������� for especially economical and environ­mentally Digging locks ��������������������� wet multi-discs (spring applied, pressure
friendly operation ­released)
POWER ����������������������� for maximum digging power and heavy duty jobs Brake valves ���������������������� integrated into travel motor
LIFT ��������������������������� for lifting
FINE ��������������������������� for precision work and lifting through very sensi-
tive movements
RPM adjustment ����������������� stepless adjustment of engine output via the rpm
at each selected mode Attachment
Tool Control ����������������������� ten preadjustable pump flows and pressures for
add-on tools (option) Type �������������������������������� combination of resistant steel plates and cast
steel components
Hydraulic cylinders ��������������� Liebherr cylinders with special seal-system and
shock absorbers
Pivots ������������������������������� sealed, low maintenance
Hydraulic Controls Lubrication ������������������������ easy accessible centralized lubrication points for
boom and stick
Power distribution ���������������� via monoblock control valve with integrated Hydraulic connections ����������� pipes and hoses equipped with SAE split-flange
­safety valves connections
Flow summation ������������ to boom and stick Bucket ������������������������������ fitted as standard with 20 t lifting hook and
Closed-loop circuit ��������� for uppercarriage swing drive ­Liebherr tooth system
Servo circuit
Attachment and swing ����� proportional via joystick levers
Travel ������������������������� proportional via foot pedals or removable hand
levers and speed pre-selection
Additional functions �������������� via foot pedals or joystick toggle switch

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 Dimensions
E A
D

W C
H

K P
Q

L N
U S
Z B
V G
X

mm Stick Mono Boom SME 6.45 m

A 3,060 Length
C 3,275 m mm
D 3,471 V 2.10   7,550
E 3,471 2.60   7,050
H 2,895
K 1,305 W 2.10   3,250
L 4,400 2.60   3,350
P 1,170
Q 550 X 2.10 11,350
U 5,370 2.60 11,300
S 2900
N 500   600
B 3,462 3,500
G 3,712 3,712
Z 6,160

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 Backhoe Attachment
with Mono Boom 6.45 m
ft m
40 12 Digging Envelope 1 2 3

11 Stick length m 2.10 2.60 3.30

35
10
Max. digging depth m 6.40 6.90 7.65
30 9
Max. reach at ground level m 10.25 10.75 11.40
8 Max. dump height m 7.10 7.35 7.70
25
7 Max. teeth height m 10.55 10.85 11.20

20 6
5 Digging Forces 1 2 3
15
4
Digging force ISO kN 224 197 168
10 3 t 22.8 20.1 17.1
2 Breakout force ISO kN 234 234 234
5 t 23.9 23.9 23.9
1
0
Max. breakout force with ripper bucket
0
and without quick coupler 300 kN (30.6 t)
-1
-5
-2
Operating Weight
-10 -3
-4
and Ground Pressure
-15
-5 Operating weight includes basic machine with counterweight 7.7 t,
mono boom 6.45 m, stick 2.60 m and bucket 2.00 m3.
-20 -6
1
-7 2 Undercarriage LC
-25 3
-8
Pad width mm 500 600 750
-30 -9 Weight kg 38,500 39,000 39,600
13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 m Ground pressure kg/cm2 0.87 0.73 0.60
40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 ft Operating weight includes basic machine with counterweight 8.8 t,
mono boom 6.45 m, stick 3.30 m and bucket 2.00 m3.
Undercarriage LC

Pad width mm 500 600 750

Weight kg 39,800 40,300 40,900
Ground pressure kg/cm2 0.90 0.76 0.62

Buckets Machine stability per ISO 10567* (75 % of tipping capacity)

LC-Undercarriage
ISO 7451
Capacity
Cutting

Weight
width

Stick length (m)

2.105) 2.605) 3.306)
mm m3 kg
HDV1)

1,450 1.75 2,370 X V V

1,500 1.75 1,740 X X Y

HD2)

1,500 2.00 1,780 X Y V

1,650 2.25 1,910 V V y
HDV3)

1,450 1.75 2,330 Y V y

1,500 1.75 1,580 X Y Y

HD4)

1,650 2.00 1,740 Y V V

1,650 2.25 1,910 V y y

* Indicated loads are based on ISO 10567 max. stick length, lifted 360° on firm and even ground
1) HDV bucket for direct fitting with teeth V 51
2) HD bucket for direct fitting with teeth Z 20
3) HDV bucket for mounting to quick coupler with teeth V 51
4) HD bucket for mounting to quick coupler with teeth Z 20
5) with counterweight 7.7 t
6) with counterweight 8.8 t

Other buckets available on request

Max. material weight X = ≤ 2.2 t/m3, Y = ≤ 2.0 t/m3, V = ≤ 1.8 t/m3, y = ≤ 1.5 t/m3

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 Lift Capacities
with Mono Boom 6.45 m

Stick 2.10 m1) Stick 2.60 m1)

3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m
Under- Under-
m carriage m m carriage m
9.0 LC 9.0 LC 8.7* 8.7* 5.7

7.5 LC 10.6* 10.6* 9.4 9.9* 6.6 7.5 LC 9.8* 9.8* 7.7* 7.7* 7.2

6.0 LC 13.4* 13.4* 10.9 11.0* 7.6 9.8* 7.4 9.3* 7.7 6.0 LC 10.3* 10.3* 7.7 9.3* 6.7 7.3* 8.2

4.5 LC 15.5 16.1* 10.3 12.0* 7.4 10.1* 6.4 9.3* 8.3 4.5 LC 15.0* 15.0* 10.5 11.4* 7.5 9.7* 5.8 7.2* 8.8

3.0 LC 9.7 13.1* 7.2 10.5* 5.9 9.2 8.6 3.0 LC 14.5 17.8* 9.8 12.7* 7.2 10.2* 5.5 8.5* 5.4 7.4* 9.1

1.5 LC 9.2 13.7* 6.9 10.8* 5.7 9.0 8.6 1.5 LC 13.0* 13.0* 9.3 13.5* 6.9 10.6* 5.4 8.4 5.3 7.9* 9.1

0 LC 13.7 15.0* 9.0 13.4* 6.8 10.6* 5.9 9.1* 8.4 0 LC 13.6 17.8* 9.0 13.5* 6.7 10.6* 5.4 8.5 8.9

– 1.5 LC 13.8 15.3* 9.1 12.4* 6.8 9.6* 6.5 8.9* 7.8 – 1.5 LC 13.1* 13.1* 13.6 16.4* 9.0 12.8* 6.7 10.0* 5.9 8.4* 8.3

– 3.0 LC 13.1* 13.1* 12.6* 12.6* 9.3 10.1* 7.8 8.1* 6.9 – 3.0 LC 16.2* 16.2* 13.9* 13.9* 9.1 11.0* 6.9 8.0* 6.9 8.0* 7.5

– 4.5 LC 7.7* 7.7* 6.2* 6.2* 5.4 – 4.5 LC 9.7* 9.7* 7.1* 7.1* 6.7* 6.7* 6.2

Stick 3.30 m2)

3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m
Under-
m carriage m
9.0 LC 6.3* 6.3* 6.8

7.5 LC 8.4* 8.4* 5.7* 5.7* 8.1

6.0 LC 8.4 8.5* 5.5* 5.5* 8.9

4.5 LC 13.4* 13.4* 10.5* 10.5* 8.2 9.0* 6.1 8.1* 5.4* 5.4* 9.4

3.0 LC 16.2 16.4* 10.7 11.9* 7.8 9.7* 5.9 8.4* 5.3 5.5* 9.7

1.5 LC 15.1 18.2* 10.1 13.0* 7.5 10.3* 5.8 8.6* 5.1 5.8* 9.7

0 LC 14.6 18.4* 9.8 13.4* 7.2 10.5* 5.6 8.5* 5.2 6.3* 9.5

– 1.5 LC 12.6* 12.6* 14.6 17.3* 9.6 13.1* 7.1 10.2* 5.6 7.9* 5.6 7.2* 9.1

– 3.0 LC 19.9* 19.9* 14.7 15.3* 9.7 11.8* 7.2 9.1* 6.3 7.5* 8.3

– 4.5 LC 14.9* 14.9* 11.9* 11.9* 9.2* 9.2* 6.8* 6.8* 7.1

Height Can be slewed though 360° In longitudinal position of undercarriage Max. reach * Limited by hydr. capacity
The load values are quoted in tons (t) at stick end (without bucket), and may be swung 360° on firm and even ground. Adjacent values are valid
for the undercarriage when in the longitudinal position. Capacities are valid for 600 mm wide triple grouser pads. Indicated loads are based on
ISO 10567 standard and do not exceed 75 % of tipping or 87 % of hydraulic capacity (indicated via *). With quick coupler the lift capacities will
decrease by 450 kg. Without bucket cylinder, link and lever the lift capacities increase by an additional 620 kg. Lifting capacity of the excavator
is limited by machine stability and hydraulic capacity.
According to European Standard, EN 474-5, in the European Union excavators have to be equipped with an overload warning device, a load
­diagram and automatic check valves on the hoist cylinders, when they are used for lifting operations which require the use of lifting accessories.
1) with counterweight 7.7 t
2) with counterweight 8.8 t

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 Standard Equipment
Undercarriage Operator’s Cab
Idler protection All tinted windows
Lifetime lubricated track rollers Cigarette lighter and ashtray
Single piece track guide at each track frame Closed storage space
Track pads D 7 G 600 mm triple grouser Cloth hook
Tracks sealed and greased Displays for engine operating condition
Two-stage travel motors Dome light
Door with sliding window
Emergency exit through rear window
Inside rear mirror
Load bearing sectional profile structure, covered with
Uppercarriage deep-drawn panels
Easy accessible lubrication points Mechanical hour meters, readable from outside the cab
Engine hood with lift help and mechanical lock MP3 radio with USB and SD-Card support
Handrails, non slip surfaces Rain hood over front window opening
Lockable tool box Removable floor mat
Main switch for electric circuit Right window made of one piece (without post)
Maintenance-free HD-batteries Roof window, right window and windshield armored
Maintenance-free swing brake lock Seat and consoles independently adjustable (4-way adjustable seat)
Sound insulation Seat belt
Tool kit Standard air conditioning with defroster
Storage tray
Sun roller blind
Wiper/washer

Hydraulics
Electronic pump regulation
Filter with integrated fine filter area (5 µm)
Flow compensation Attachment
Hydraulic tank shut-off valve 20 t lifting hook on bucket
Pressure compensation Cylinders with shock absorbers
Pressure storage for controlled lowering of attachments with Easy accessible centralized lubrication points for boom and stick
engine turned off Pipe fracture safety valves for hoist cylinders
Pressure test ports ReGeneration plus
Stepless work mode selector SAE split flanges on all high pressure lines
Sealed pivots/O-ring sealant between bucket and stick
Work light on boom

Engine
After-cooled
Conform with stage IIIA / Tier 3 emission standard
Dry-type air cleaner, main and safety element
Sensor controlled engine idling
Turbo charger
Unit pump system with direct injection

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 Individual Options
Undercarriage Operator’s Cab
4-piece track guide at each track frame 2 additional halogen flood lights (front)
Reinforced cover plate and reinforced base plate for center section 2 additional halogen flood lights (rear)
Track pads D 7 600 mm triple grouser Acoustic travel alarm
Track pads D 7 750 mm triple grouser * Air suspension operator seat with heating and head-rest
Track pads D 7 G 500 mm double grouser Extinguisher
Track pads D 7 G 600 mm double grouser FGPS Protection
Track pads D 7 G 500 mm triple grouser FOPS Protection
Travel drive protection GPS system
Wide ascent for 750 mm track pads Warning beacon

Uppercarriage Attachment
Arctic kit ** Additional bottom protection for boom
Rear mirror on counterweight and right side Additional bottom protection for stick
Rear view monitoring system with camera Additional work light on boom
Tank re-fueling pump Fully-automatic central lubrication system
Winter kit ** (except link and tilt geometry)
Hydraulic lines for additional tools
Liebherr line of buckets
Mechanical and hydraulic quick coupler
Overload warning device
Hydraulics Piston rod protection for bucket cylinder
Additional high pressure hydraulic circuits for hammer and/or shear Protection for hoist cylinders ReGeneration Plus
Additional medium pressure hydraulic circuits
Return filter for hammer
Tool Control

Engine
Air pre-filter
External engine cold starting aid
Fuel pre-heating system

* = not suitable for hard rock or forestry application, ** = for more details please contact your local dealer

Options and/or special attachments, supplied by vendors other than Liebherr, are only to be installed with the
knowledge and approval of Liebherr in order to retain warranty.

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The Liebherr Group is one of the largest construction To provide consistent, top quality products, Liebherr
equipment manufacturers in the world. Liebherr’s attaches great importance to each product area, its
high-value products and services enjoy a high reputation components and core technologies. Important modules
in many other fields. The wide range includes domestic and components are developed and manufactured
appliances, aerospace and transportation systems, in- house, for instance the entire drive and control
machine tools and maritime cranes. techno

All illustrations and data may differ from standard equipment. Subject to change without notice. All indicated loads are based in accordance with ISO 9248.
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Every product line provides a complete range of models Hans Liebherr founded the Liebherr family company in
in many different versions. With both their technical 1949. Since that time, the enterprise has steadily grown
excel lence and acknowledged quality, Liebherr products
offer a maximum of customer benefits in practical
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