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Liebherr R 938

A 40-tonne Liebherr excavator for heavy work

The Liebherr R 938 is a 38–42 tonne crawler excavator for earthmoving, quarrying and demolition.

Alexey Puzanov ByAlexey Puzanov Updated 1 min read
Liebherr R 938
Liebherr R 938

Photo: Alexandre Prevot from Nancy, France, CC BY-SA 2.0 · license

+Strengths

  • Robust design
  • Good lifting capacity

−Watch-outs

  • Dealer support varies outside Europe

Overview

The R 938 competes with the Volvo EC380E and Cat 336.

Liebherr R 938 specifications

Operating weight≈38,000–42,000 kg (83,800–92,600 lb)
Engine power≈200 kW (272 hp)

Figures are typical for standard configurations as published by Liebherr. Values vary by market, emissions tier, attachments and options; confirm with your dealer before purchase, transport or lifting.

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  1. Liebherr – official product information
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