Used Liebherr R946: 12 live listings, €56k–€135k

How much does a used Liebherr R946 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Liebherr R946 listings currently run from €56,000 to €135,000, with a market average around €95,015. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 12 active listings, refreshed daily.

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Specification · Comparison

How the R946 lines up in its class.

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Liebherr

R946

At a glance

Weight class

47 t

48 t

49 t

Power

Engine

Liebherr D936 A7

Volvo D13K

Komatsu SAA6D125E-7

Power

295–299 hp

389 hp

362 hp

Dimensions

Operating weight

38,850–47,800 kg

48,100 kg

47,370 kg

Length

11,350 mm

12,145 mm

12,300 mm

Width

2,390 mm

3,640 mm

3,490 mm

Height

3,185 mm

3,780 mm

3,730 mm

Transport length

11,350 mm

12,145 mm

12,300 mm

Working range

Bucket capacity

1.5–3.1 m³

2.6 m³

2.76 m³

Max dig depth

7,000–7,700 mm

7,700 mm

7,755 mm

Max reach

10,850–11,700 mm

11,500 mm

11,810 mm

Drive

Travel speed

4.5–5.9 km/h

5.5 km/h

Market

Market average ask · EU

€95k

€132k

€75k

Price range

€56k – €135k

€90k – €144k

€65k – €84k

Active listings

12

5

4

About · Liebherr R946

Overview

The Liebherr R946 is a large hydraulic crawler excavator in the 48-tonne operating weight class, producing 299 hp and equipped with a 1.75 m³ bucket capacity. It occupies the upper segment of the heavy production excavator category, bridging standard construction-class machines and purpose-built mining or mass-excavation equipment. Liebherr positions the R946 as a high-output prime mover suited to demanding civil and quarrying cycles where machine durability and hydraulic performance are priorities.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Excavators in the 47,000 to 50,000 kg operating weight class are typically deployed on large earthmoving contracts, bulk material handling, road infrastructure cut-and-fill operations, and quarry face work. The 1.75 m³ bucket capacity supports high-cycle loading of rigid and articulated dump trucks in the 30 to 50 tonne payload range. Secondary applications include heavy demolition preparation, levee and dam construction, and port or industrial bulk-handling assignments where a stable, high-reach configuration is required.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

Inspection of a used R946 should prioritise undercarriage wear assessment, as track components represent a significant replacement obligation on a machine of this weight class and the cost is proportional to the tonnes carried. Hydraulic system condition warrants close attention: check for seal integrity at all cylinder rods, hose routing wear points, and any indication of contamination in hydraulic fluid samples. Request oil analysis records covering engine, hydraulic, and final-drive compartments, as these are the most reliable leading indicators of internal component condition on high-hour units. Boom and dipper arm structural integrity should be verified for cracks at high-stress weld zones, particularly on machines that have operated in quarry or rock-breaking applications. Confirm that all available telematics or fleet management data is transferable to the new owner, as this provides verifiable hour and fault history independent of paper records. Configuration review should establish whether the machine is equipped with the correct boom length and auxiliary hydraulic provision for the intended application before purchase.

Current market

Price position

The R946 competes directly with the Volvo EC480 and the Komatsu PC490, all three sitting within the 45 to 50 tonne production excavator segment. At 47,800 kg operating weight and 299 hp, the R946 is lighter than the Komatsu PC490 class positioning while carrying a comparable bucket rating, which can influence selection where ground bearing pressure is a site constraint. The Volvo EC480 is cross-shopped on the basis of dealer network coverage and telematics integration, whereas the R946 is often evaluated for its Liebherr-manufactured hydraulic components and vertical integration of key drivetrain elements. Within this segment, the attributes that move a specific unit higher or lower in its price band include accumulated service hours, whether the machine carries a standard or long-reach boom configuration, the presence of factory-fitted attachments such as a hydraulic quick-coupler or auxiliary lines, overall undercarriage condition, and documented service history. Machines with lower hours, full manufacturer service records, and factory-optioned configurations consistently command stronger values than high-hour units with unknown maintenance histories.

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