Power, efficiency and innovation

Liebherr's XPower wheel loaders continue to be in demand for their robustness, fuel efficiency, high performance, durability, and versatility in demanding applications.

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Liebherr XPower wheel loaders have been making their mark in Australia since their introduction in 2016, known for their fuel efficiency and performance.

The XPower series features a powersplit driveline that combines hydrostatic and mechanical drive systems, adapting to the operator's needs and providing optimal performance and efficiency across various applications.

Recognised for their durability and productivity in demanding environments, the primary models in the XPower series — including the L 550, L 556, L 566, L 576, L 580, and L 586 — have been widely used in industries such as quarrying, construction, and material handling.

Liebherr’s XPower wheel loaders undergo significant updates approximately every five years. These updates include performance increases, design improvements, and innovations such as newly designed lift arms that ensure maximum breakout, holding, and return forces.

One of the newest models is the Liebherr L 580 LogHandler, a specialised wheel loader for the timber industry, featuring lift arms that provide manipulation heights up to seven metres and a reach of nearly four metres, along with a 360° rotatable grapple capable of handling up to 4 m2 of logs.

The power behind the precision

XPower is a complete, innovative machine concept that sets new standards in terms of fuel efficiency, power, robustness and comfort.

Although the XPower transmission has the same function as conventional power split gearboxes, it achieves greater efficiency than others on the market through Liebherr’s Power Efficiency (LPE), a proprietary technology developed by Liebherr to optimise the interaction between the machine’s electronics, diesel engine and transmission to obtain maximum efficiency and operator comfort.