Liebherr L 546

Name: Liebherr L 546
Brand: Liebherr

Configuration: Z-bar linkage (8'8" lift arm), loading bucket with teeth, 3.9 yd³; 20.5R25 L3 tires, ROPS/FOPS cab; Generation 8, Tier 4f

25 sourced values · Sources: Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25

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Dimension diagram

A	Overall length	≈ 7,722 mm
B	Overall height	≈ 3,251 mm
C	Wheelbase	≈ 3,023 mm
D	Ground clearance	≈ 432 mm
E	Overall width	≈ 2,718 mm
F	Track gauge / tread	≈ 1,905 mm

Weights

Spec	Value	Source
Operating weight	≈ 15,411 kg	Published: 33,975 lb Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Loading bucket, Z-bar linkage, teeth; incl. 20.5R25 L3 tires, lubricants, full fuel, ROPS/FOPS cab, operator.

Dimensions

Spec	Value	Source
Overall length	≈ 7,722 mm	Published: 304 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dim. L.
Overall width	≈ 2,718 mm	Published: 107 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Bucket width. Width over tires 8'2" (98 in).
Overall height	≈ 3,251 mm	Published: 128 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dim. H, height above operator's cab (10'8"). Height above exhaust 9'8".
Wheelbase	≈ 3,023 mm	Published: 119 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dim. K.
Track gauge / tread	≈ 1,905 mm	Published: 75 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Track width 6'3", all tire types.
Ground clearance	≈ 432 mm	Published: 17 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dim. J (1'5").
Turning radius	≈ 5,410 mm	Published: 213 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Turning circle radius over tires (outside tire edge, not tire centre).

Undercarriage / tires

Spec	Value	Source
Undercarriage type	Wheeled, articulated	Published: Wheeled, articulated Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Articulation 40° each side; hydrostatic drive.
Number of axles	2	Published: 2 Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Wheels (count)	4	Published: 4 Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Four-wheel drive.
Tire size	20.5R25 L3	Published: 20.5R25 L3 Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25

Ground pressure

Spec	Value	Source
Ground pressure	Not published	Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in the brochure.

Axle loads

Spec	Value	Source
Axle load, front (unladen/operating)	Not published	Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in the brochure.
Axle load, rear (unladen/operating)	Not published	Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in the brochure.

Engine

Spec	Value	Source
Engine model	6068HB551	Published: 6068HB551 Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 6-cylinder inline; engine maker not named in the brochure; EPA Tier 4f.
Net power	148 kW	Published: 148 kW Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 ISO 9249 / SAE J1349, at 2000 rpm.
Gross power	138 kW	Published: 138 kW Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Rated output, ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 (rated at nominal speed 2,200 rpm). Printed lower than the net figure at 2,000 rpm; both as published.
Displacement	6.8 L	Published: 6.8 L Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Rated speed	2,200 rpm	Published: 2,200 rpm Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Nominal engine speed.

Hydraulics

Spec	Value	Source
Pump / aux flow	≈ 201 L/min	Published: 53 gpm Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Attachment hydraulics, load-sensing variable axial piston pump, max. flow.
System / relief pressure	≈ 35 MPa	Published: 5,076 psi Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Attachment hydraulics max. pressure.

Performance

Spec	Value	Source
Max travel speed	≈ 40.1 km/h	Published: 24.9 mph Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Speed range A1-3, forward and reverse; configuration and tires can change the maximum.
Bucket capacity	≈ 2.98 m³	Published: 3.9 yd³ Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 ISO 7546.
Tipping load	≈ 11,011 kg	Published: 24,275 lb Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Fully articulated, ISO 14397-1. Straight: 27,560 lb.
Breakout / digging force	≈ 140 kN	Published: 31,475 lbf Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 SAE.
Dump height / clearance	≈ 2,896 mm	Published: 114 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dim. A, dumping height at max. lift and 45° discharge.
Lift / hinge-pin height	≈ 3,988 mm	Published: 157 in Liebherr L 526 – L 546 wheel loaders brochure (Generation 8, Tier 4f, US units), LBH/PM-12286646-web-02.25_enUS (02/2025); dimensions printed in ft-in, stored in inches. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dim. D, max. height of bucket pivot point; lift arm 8'8". High-lift arm available.

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