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Caterpillar 994K vs Liebherr L 550 XPower

The Caterpillar 994K is about 1011% heavier than the Liebherr L 550 XPower (200,000 vs 18,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 994K has about 761% more engine power (1377 kW (1847 hp) vs 160 kW (215 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Liebherr in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 994K (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 994K
Liebherr machine similar to the Liebherr L 550 XPower (related model may be pictured)
Liebherr Liebherr L 550 XPower
Operating weight 200,000 kg (440,900 lb)18,000 kg (39,700 lb)
Engine power 1377 kW (1847 hp)160 kW (215 hp)
Gross power ≈1,377 kW (1,847 hp)—
Bucket capacity ≈19–43 m³ (25–56 yd³)≈3.2 m³ (4.2 yd³)
Engine power —≈160 kW (218 hp)
Strengths
  • + Mobile alternative to shovels
  • + Fast truck loading
  • + Excellent fuel efficiency
  • + Stepless drive
Watch-outs
  • − Mining-only scale
  • − Complex drivetrain
Full 994K reviewFull L 550 XPower review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.