96,308 kg544 hpLimited recent data, based on 1 older listings
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Most asking prices land between €33k – €108k, with a market average around €64k.
This model sits 108% above the class average across 156 peer models.
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The Liebherr R976 is a large hydraulic crawler excavator in the 96-tonne operating weight class, producing 544 hp and equipped with a 5.2 m3 bucket capacity. These specifications place it firmly in the heavy-duty earthmoving and bulk-excavation segment, where high throughput and structural robustness are primary requirements. The R976 represents Liebherr's engineering approach to large-platform excavators intended for demanding extraction and civil work cycles.
Machines of this weight and bucket class are typically deployed in open-pit mining, large-scale quarrying, major infrastructure earthworks, and heavy land-clearing or bulk-loading operations. The combination of high engine output and large bucket volume suits high-cycle loading of rigid dump trucks and articulated haulers. Dam construction, port development, and major road or rail corridor projects are further environments where this class of excavator is routinely specified.
When inspecting a used machine of this class, buyers should prioritise a full undercarriage assessment, as track components represent a significant portion of remaining service cost on high-hour heavy excavators. Hydraulic system integrity, including pump output, cylinder seal condition, and hose routing, warrants close attention given the operating pressures involved at this machine scale. A documented service history with records of major component maintenance, boom and stick crack inspection, and genuine OEM parts usage will materially support confidence in the purchase. An independent pre-purchase inspection by a qualified heavy-equipment technician is strongly advised before committing to any transaction.
In the European market, the R976 is positioned at an average transaction level of EUR 137,500 for used examples, reflecting the pricing dynamic of large-platform excavators in the current secondary market. Direct competitors in this operating weight and capability bracket include the Caterpillar 374 and the Caterpillar 395, meaning buyers have a defined set of alternatives when evaluating acquisition options. Condition, service history, and remaining undercarriage life are the primary factors that differentiate individual unit values within this segment.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€138k).
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