Wheel LoaderEurope

Liebherr L556

17,900 kg188 hpMarket avg. €85k · 5 listed · 4 below market

Side elevationLiebherr L556
Liebherr L556 side elevation
Operating weight
17,900 kg
Length
8,290 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · wheel loader
Live market

5 active asks across Europe

Market avg.€85k

Asking prices land at €32k – €89k, around 71% above the market average.

NL
€107k
DK
€91k
PL
€51k
BE
€48k
DE
€42k
  • 2013NL · dealer name hidden€30k
  • 2015NL · dealer name hidden€32k
  • 2007NL · dealer name hidden€40k
  • 2007NL · dealer name hidden€40k
Based on 5 active dealer listings across our network.As of 2 Aug 2026

This model sits 53% above the class average across 109 peer models.

How much does a used Liebherr L556 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Liebherr L556 listings currently run from €31,580 to €88,800, with a market average around €85,220. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 5 active listings, refreshed daily.

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MakeLiebherr
ModelL556
Specification · Comparison

How the L556 lines up in its class.

Nearest competitors auto-selected by category and weight class. Specs from manufacturer datasheets; prices from recent dealer listings.

At a glance
Weight class
18 t
18 t
18 t
Power
Engine
Liebherr D934 A7
Cummins QSB6.7
Isuzu AH-6HK1X
Power
186–200 hp
215 hp
220–235 hp
Dimensions
Operating weight
17,500–18,500 kg
17,900 kg
17,250–18,170 kg
Length
8,240–8,630 mm
8,103 mm
8,300–8,350 mm
Width
2,700–2,880 mm
2,770 mm
2,786–2,980 mm
Height
3,360–3,370 mm
3,450 mm
3,370–3,375 mm
Working range
Bucket capacity
3–4 m³
3.3 m³
2.4–3.5 m³
Breakout force
148–165 kN
159.2 kN
165–175 kN
Lift height
3,688–3,700 mm
4,107 mm
4,088 mm
Drive
Travel speed
40 km/h
38.1 km/h
34.6–38 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€85k
€106k
Price range
€32k€89k
€40k€227k
Active listings
5
0
7
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · Liebherr L556

Overview

The Liebherr L556 is a mid-size wheel loader with an operating weight of 17,900 kg and an engine output of 188 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 3.6 m3, positioning it firmly in the medium-duty segment of the wheel loader market. The machine is manufactured by Liebherr, a brand recognised across European and global construction markets for engineering quality and parts availability.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Wheel loaders in this size and capacity class are commonly deployed in bulk material handling, aggregate and quarry operations, road construction, and logistics yard work. The 3.6 m3 bucket makes the L556 well suited to loading trucks, stockpile management, and site clearance tasks. It is also frequently used in recycling facilities and industrial sites where a balance of manoeuvrability and payload capacity is required.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

Prospective buyers should inspect the machine's hydraulic system, articulation joint, and front and rear axles carefully, as these components carry the heaviest operational loads in wheel loaders of this class. Service history documentation and evidence of regular filter and fluid maintenance are important indicators of machine care. Tyre condition and wear pattern should be assessed closely, as replacement represents a significant cost item for any wheel loader. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician is strongly recommended, and buyers should verify that any emissions-related components are functional and compliant with the regulations applicable in their operating country.

Current market

Price position

Used examples of the Liebherr L556 on the European market carry an average asking price of EUR 64,900, with the typical price range spanning from EUR 45,900 to EUR 81,900 depending on age, hours, and specification. This range reflects meaningful variation in condition and configuration across available stock. Competing models in the same segment include the Hyundai HL760 and the Hitachi ZW220, both of which offer buyers alternative sourcing options when evaluating total cost of ownership and parts support in their region.

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