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Special Equipment for

Tunnel Construction

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Liebherr Special Equipment

for Tunnel Construction

Crawler Excavators
Liebherr tunnel excavators are special machines
which can be used in all conventional types of
tunnelling applications: After tunnel drilling machines have been used to create cross-tunnels,
when explosives are being used for secondary profiling,
and, of course, for direct excavator tunnelling. Particular
features of these machines are their economic operation, high performance, and reliability.

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Wheel Loaders
Liebherr tunnel wheel loaders are specially designed for use in tunnel applications. The advantages of the wheel
loaders hydrostatic drive are proven in
diffi cult tunneling applications. The advantages are:
reduced fuel consumption through improved utilization of the installed engines output, minimal brake
wear through the hydrostatic braking effect of the
drive and reduced tyre wear thanks to stepless adjustment of the tractive force in line with what is required.
Also, the Liebherr particle fi lter reduces particulate
emissions by 99%.

Crawler Loaders
Thanks to their high break-out forces,
excellent manoeuvrability, and robust
equipment, Liebherr crawler loaders are
the ideal machines for tunnel construction. Depending on the operational specifications, they
can be configured with individual additional options to
tailor the machines to particular applications and conditions. A high-performance climate control system
matched to a pressurized cab helps create a pleasant
working environment. The Liebherr particle filter is also
optionally available to provide cleaner air in the tunnel.

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1Crawler Excavators
Liebherr tunnel excavators are special machines which
can be used in all conventional types of tunnelling applications: After tunnel drilling machines have been
used to create cross-tunnels, when explosives are be-

ing used for secondary profiling, and, of course, for direct excavator tunnelling. Particular features of these
machines are their economic operation, high performance, and reliability.

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Economy with High Performance

Tunnel construction is one of the toughest environments
for excavator operation that exists. The operation of a
tunnel excavator becomes efficient when the machine,
despite the harsh conditions, can cut out the tunnel
profile required as rapidly as possible but in economical fashion. This means that a tunnel excavator must
produce a high hydraulic capacity and, above all, be
provided with operational fittings which are tailored to
the particular application. The hydraulic system used
with Liebherr tunnel excavators is optimized for milling.
Liebherr tunnel excavators meet all the high demands
imposed in tunnel construction in every respect, with
both the basic machine and the attachment precisely
matched to this particular type of work, and consistently
designed to achieve real economical performance.

Reliability
Liebherr tunnel excavators are the result of decades of
practical experience in the development of truly reliable
special equipment for demanding situations. All the materials used have undergone intensive, long-term tests
and meet high Liebherr quality standards even under the
hardest conditions. In addition to being extremely robust,
the attachment on Liebherr tunnel excavators is able to
rotate 2 x 45. The mechanical quick coupling system
is provided with a reinforced locking unit and a wear
protection element on the hook side. The sophisticated
concept and the tried and trusted quality make Liebherr
tunnel excavators the absolute standard for reliability.
Safety
The special cab is safeguarded with FOPS and FGPS as
standard. To prevent damage from falling rocks, all the
hoses in exposed locations on the equipment fittings are
additionally secured by protection plates. The bucket
cylinder is also attached in a lower position, and a cover
fitted to both the lifting rams protects the hoses running
between them.
Comfort
Characteristic of the special cab on the Liebherr tunnel
excavator are the ergonomic design and high standard
of operating comfort and convenience. The windows on
the right and at the rear are fitted with polycarbonate
panes, resistant to scratches and impacts, and feature
extremely good visibility properties. As an option, the
cab is also available with polycarbonate window panes
all round.

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Crawler Excavator for Tunnel Application

Rotatable boom with 2 x 45 mounting
Hoses on the attachment laid on the side and covered
Pipe routing on the attachment protected by metal plates
Special uppercarriage protection
Protective box made of stainless steel for all electronics
and electrical modules on the uppercarriage
Power circuits protected by easily accessible
automatic circuit-breakers
IP 65 protection for optimum protection against
dust and moisture
All cables with high resistance insulation against
mechanical and heat damage

Particle filter certified in accordance with VERT Standard

(reduction of emissions from real machines in tunnel
construction)
Special tunnel cab in heavy-duty design with seat
made of artificial leather
FOPS and FGPS fitted as standard
Polycarbonate windows with high impact resistance
on the right side and rear of the cab
3000 mm dozer blade with cylinder protection as standard
Dirt scraper on undercarriage

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R 924

Crawler Excavator
Operational weight
Engine capacity

Compact
Tunnel

R 944 C

R 924 Compact Tunnel

Tunnel

kg

32,440

43,490 - 43,950

ft

kW/hp

130/176

190/258

30

9
8

25
7

R 924 Compact Tunnel (Version 5 m)

20

V
6
5

15
m

30

4
3
H

10

5400
5500
7370

ft

2
8

25

1
7
0
6

0
1510

20

-1
5

-5

15
4
5125
5250
6575

3
H

10

-10

-4
-15

924

5
1

-1
-5

-10

20

25

0 m

10

15

0 ft

R 944 C Tunnel

-2
-3
-4

-15

-5
10

30

920

-2
-3

-5
10

9
30

7
25

6
20

5
15

3
10

1
5

0 m
0 ft

ft

40

12

35

11
10

30

9
8

25

7
20

6
5

15

6100

5900

4
10

2
10430

5
1
0

-5

-10

3730

-1
-2
-3
-4
-15

4300

-5
11

10
35

Protection for boom and hydraulic cylinders

9
30

7
25

6
20

4
15

3
10

1
5

0 m
0 ft

Special tunnel cab

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2 Wheel Loaders
Liebherr tunnel wheel loaders are specially designed
for use in tunnel applications. The advantages of the
wheel loaders hydrostatic drive are proven in diffi cult
tunneling applications. The advantages are: reduced
fuel consumption through improved utilization of the

installed engines output, minimal brake wear through

the hydrostatic braking effect of the drive and reduced
tyre wear thanks to stepless adjustment of the tractive
force in line with what is required. Also, the Liebherr
particle fi lter reduces particulate emissions by 99%.

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Economy with High Performance

In comparison with conventional drive systems, the hydrostatic drive used by Liebherr wheel loaders allows
for a reduction in fuel consumption of up to 25%. This
cuts operating costs and reduces burden on the environment. At the same time, the use of the hydrostatic
drive means that the Liebherr Diesel engine can be installed in a special position, lengthwise at the rear, with
the output shaft pointing backwards. In comparison with
conventional wheel loaders, this leads to a noticeably
lighter operating weight with a higher tipping load and
greater production capacity per operating hour.
Reliability
All the materials used in Liebherr wheel loaders have
passed long-term tests to ensure that they match up to
Liebherrs exacting standards even in the toughest conditions. The mature concept and proven quality make
Liebherr wheel loaders to the benchmark for reliability.

Safety
Liebherr wheel loaders adapted to the harsh operating
conditions in tunnels are fitted with a large number of
protective equipment. These include, for example, a
cab developed specifically for tunnel construction with
armoured glass, four operational spotlights on the rear,
bucket cylinders with piston rod protection, and the rear
collision protection.
Comfort
The ultra-modern cab design with advanced ergonomics, continuously variable Liebherr driveline with 2plus2
gearbox for uninterrupted tractive force, standard
Liebherr ride control, optimum weight distribution and
easy service access thanks to unique engine installation
position lead to extraordinary overall comfort.

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Wheel Loader for Tunnel Application

Cab design developed specifically for tunnel
construction, with laminated safety glass
Four working lights rear
Hinged, detachable outside mirror
Tilt cylinder protection

Rear bumper
Diesel particle filter beneath cladding
Audible reversing warning device
Fire extinguisher (6 kg) in protective box
Air pre-cleaner Top-Air

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L 566 T
2plus2

L 576 T
2plus2

Tipping load

kg

16,130

17,470

Bucket capacity

3.5

4.0

Operating weight

kg

22,630

24,980

Engine capacity

kW/hp

190/259

200/272

L 566 T
2plus2

2100

2100

3130

566

9450

3550

Wheel Loaders

3000

8750
12300

L 576 T

9450

2100

2100

3200

576

3620

2plus2

3000

8830
12300

Cab with laminated safety glass

Diesel particle filter beneath cladding

Air pre-cleaner Top-Air

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3 Crawler Loaders
Thanks to their high break-out forces, excellent manoeuvrability, and robust equipment, Liebherr crawler
loaders are the ideal machines for tunnel construction.
Depending on the operational specifications, they can
be configured with individual additional options to tailor

the machines to particular applications and conditions.

A high-performance climate control system matched to
a pressurized cab helps create a pleasant working environment. The Liebherr particle filter is also optionally
available to provide cleaner air in the tunnel.

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Economy with High Performance

Liebherr crawler loaders provide impressive performance
in tunnel operations thanks to their superb production
capacity. This is the result of unbeatable manoeuvrability,
short cycle times, and a high bucket filling factor. Thanks
to the Liebherr hydrostatic travel drive, the full thrust capacity can be applied to both tracks without interruption,
therefore ensuring excellent handling performance under
load. And when it comes to manoeuvring in tight spaces,
the practical counterrotation function comes into its
own. The operating hydraulics consist of a solid Z-bar
linkage, which allows for very high break-out forces when
loading rock. Liebherr crawler loaders are powered by
economical Diesel engines running at a constant engine
speed- another bonus for the economic success of tunnel construction projects.

Reliability
Liebherr crawler loaders offer maximum reliability. All
components used feature extremely long service life
even under the toughest conditions encountered in a
tunnel. Parts subjected to particularly severe stress are
made of the strongest possible material, and sensitive
areas, such as the final drive or hydraulic pipes are provided with the best possible protection. Maintenancefree components, such as tracks and hinge pins, and
lengthy maintenance intervals ensure that effort and expenditure on servicing and maintenance can be kept to
a minimum.
Safety
The tested and internationally certified ROPS/FOPS roll
over and falling objects protection system provides the
crawler loader operator with a safe place to work. As
well as this, the front window can be fitted with a grille
to provide protection against falling rock fragments. As
another option, the Liebherr crawler loader can be fitted
with a camera to monitor the area behind the machine.
By way of a display in the cab, this provides a better
view to the rear, and therefore provides greater safety
for personnel who are within the working area of the machine.
Comfort
The Liebherr single-lever operating system for travel and
working hydraulics allows the crawler loader to be controlled with fingertip sensitivity. Functions integrated in
the two joysticks make process sequences even easier.
Depending on the application demands, travel speed
forwards and backwards can be programmed from
0 10 km/h. In addition, the float position, automatic
bucket positioner, and automatic lift kickout deactivation
can be easily pre-selected in the operational controls.

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Crawler Loader for Tunnel Applications (LR 624/LR 634):

Tank guard
Four operational spotlights on the rear
Heavy duty radiator guard
Diesel particulate filter (optional)
Top Air filter
Rear area monitoring camera (optional)
Reversible fan
Rotating beacon (optional)
Protective ring for final drive
Protective ventilation system (optional)
Lifting cylinder guards
Protective grille for front window (optional)
Tilt cylinder guard

Laderaupen
Engine capacity

kW/hp

Operating weight

kg

Bucket capacity

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LR 624

LR 634

kW/hp

72/98

105/143

135/184

ght

kg

11,000 - 12,004

16,894 - 18,549

20,746-22,694

ty

1.20 - 1.25

1.5 - 1.8

1.9 - 2.4

2100

2276
2998

ty

LR 614

9450

LR 614

3368

pen

3859
5702
10000

2300

12300

9450

3663
2100

624

2806
3150

LR 624

4600
6337
10000

2444

12300

9450

4053

3310
2100

2952

LR 634

4867

2529
6969

12300

Protective ring for driveline

Protective grille front window

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