Wheeled Excavator A 918 Compact Generation 6 Operating Weight 38,600 – 43,200 lb Engine 154 HP (115 kW) Tier 4f Bucket Capacity 0.22 – 1.37 m³ Performance Economy Compact, Flexible – Perfect Combination A Sound Investment – Optimum Economy for Maximum Performance and Environmentally Friendly Operating Weight 38,600 – 43,200 kg Engine 154 HP (115 kW) Tier 4f Bucket Capacity 0.22 – 1.37 m³ 2 A 918 Compact Litronic Reliability Comfort Maintainability Competence, Consistency, Innovation – Ergonomic Excellence – Superior Cabin Service Every Step of the Way – Proven Experience Design for Operator Comfort and Wellbeing Simple, Fast and Reliable A 918 Compact Litronic 3 Performance Compact, Flexible – Perfect Combination for Maximum Performance Liebherr compact wheeled excavators are used on building sites all over the world. Machine opera- tors rely on the power, speed and compact dimensions of the excavator to achieve impressive per- formance, day in and day out. Whether on inner city building sites, in roadway construction, classic earthmoving or for digging trenches and laying pipes, more can be achieved faster with Liebherr compact wheeled excavators. 4 A 918 Compact Litronic Maximum Performance Precise Work Lifting More Working with Precision The intelligent structure of the uppercarriage and the separate The standard joysticks with proportional controls and the ex- mounting of the hoist cylinders permit a superior lift capacity – traordinary sensitivity of the hydraulic system enable preci- and this with a tail swing radius of about 6 feet. As a result, sion work at high speeds and simultaneous movements. This the A 918 Compact Litronic combines the flexible application means the machine operator can carry out the most chal- possibilities of a compact wheeled excavator with the perfor- lenging tasks in a short time, not only at reduced speed but mance of a standard wheeled excavator. They offer perfor- also with maximum performance output from the machine. mance and flexibility for every building site. Automatic Digging Brake Being Faster The automatic digging brake ensures that manual actua- The A 918 Compact Litronic enables a high working speed, tion of the brake pedal is no longer required, thus leading to even when driving and using attachments. Excavating, back- easier operation of the machine. When the accelerator pedal filling and profiling tasks can be completed faster, new tasks is in a neutral position and the machine is stationary, the dig- can be started sooner. The speed of the machine can be ging brake engages automatically. This results in faster work adjusted easily using the MODE switch for load lifting work processes and enhanced safety for the operator and the ma- or grading work. chine, particularly during operation with frequent relocation of the excavator. Furthermore, the automatic digging brake Joystick Steering can be linked with the automatic swing axle lock. When the With the optional joystick steering, the driver can steer the machine is deployed and working, the swing axle locks auto- wheeled excavator proportionally using the mini joystick. In matically and thereby provides optimum stability. this way, working and driving movements can be performed at the same time without having to change controls. More efficient operation for even greater productivity. Joystick with Proportional Control Digging Force Liebherr Tires • Good functionality with streamlined, • High digging and breakout force • Twin tires without intermediate ring ergonomic design in the field with offset lugs • 4-way mini-joystick enables versatile • Continuously high digging performance • Increased stability during work and less possibilities of control without having even in tough ground vibration when driving thanks to higher to encompass, for example steering, • More digging force for faster results tire inflation pressure outriggers or working tools • Better self-cleaning properties – even • Two buttons and a rocker switch also after a few yards – prevents soiling of the increase the number of functions track surface • Larger contact area for less ground pres- sure and higher traction on soft ground A 918 Compact Litronic 5 Economy A Sound Investment – Optimum Economy and Environmentally Friendly Liebherr compact wheeled excavators are machines that combine high productivity and compact flexibility with excellent levels of economy – and all this comes as standard from the factory. On re- quest, the efficiency of each wheeled excavator can be boosted further with a Liebherr productive bucket, a fuel-saving Liebherr hydraulic oil or a Liebherr quick coupling system, all of which provide more return from each operating hour. 6 A 918 Compact Litronic Maximum Efficiency Increased Productivity Fuel Efficiency and Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment Liebherr Working Tools and LIKUFIX The Liebherr D924 diesel engine helps to preserve the envi- To boost the productivity of its construction machines, ronment with low fuel consumption and reduced emissions. Liebherr offers a broad range of working tools for different For emission stage Tier 4f, Liebherr relies completely on an fields of application. Furthermore, the hydraulic excavators innovative SCR system from Liebherr, consisting of an SCR can also be equipped with the Liebherr LIKUFIX hydrau- (Selective Catalytic Reductions) system and no other com- lic quick coupling system. The combination of a hydraulic ponents such as a DPF (Diesel Particle Filter), DOC (Diesel Liebherr quick coupling system with the LIKUFIX coupling Oxidation Catalyst), or EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation). This block permits fast, safe changing of mechanical and hydrau- enables a 91 percent reduction of nitrogen oxide (NOX). The lic working tools from the operator’s cabin. This boosts pro- system reduces exhaust emissions without any compromise ductivity on average by 30 %. in performance. Efficient Management Engine Idling and Engine Shut-down LiDAT, Liebherr’s own data transmission and positioning sys- The standard automatic idling function reduces the engine tem, facilitates efficient management, monitoring and control speed to idle as soon as the operator takes their hand from of the entire fleet in terms of machinery data recording, data the joystick so that no hydraulic function is activated. Proxim- analysis, fleet management and service. All of the important ity sensors in the joystick levers restore the original engine machinery data can be viewed at any time on a web browser. speed as soon as the operator’s hand is moved towards the LiDAT provides you comprehensive work deployment docu- lever again. This ensures that the set engine speed is avail- mentation, greater availability thanks to shorter downtimes, able immediately. The result is a combination of fuel saving faster support from the manufacturer, quicker detection of and reduced noise levels. Operating costs can be reduced strain / overload and subsequently a longer service life of the even further with the optional automatic engine shut-down machine as well as greater planning efficiency. function. Max LPE Max [g/kWh] Min Output [kW]Output Specific fuel consumption Working range Engine speed [rpm] Perfect operating point with LPE Output Operating point without LPE Specific fuel consumption Low Fuel Consumption Thanks Liebherr Quick Coupling System Travel Drive to Intelligent Machine Control LIKUFIX • High tractive force for fast acceleration • Liebherr-Power Efficiency (LPE) optimizes • Faster and safer changing of mechani- on level ground and high end speed on the interaction of the drive components in cal and hydraulic working tools from the gradients terms of efficiency operator’s cabin • Reduces unproductive travel time between • LPE enables machine operation in the • Machine utilization increased to up to tasks and on the building site area of the lowest specific fuel use for less 90 % thanks to extended deployment • Faster on site – More productive consumption and greater efficiency with options the same performance • Visual and acoustic check of correct locking position of tool at quick coupling system by two proximity sensors A 918 Compact Litronic 7 Reliability Competence, Consistency, Innovation – Proven Experience Reliability offers safety. Safety that significantly influences the success of a project. In every situa- tion, Liebherr stands for safety – with reliable construction machines and customer-oriented sales and service partners. This means a Liebherr construction machine is exactly what it should be: an investment that pays off. 8 A 918 Compact Litronic High Machine Availability Greater Safety Quality and Competence Safety Our product experience, our understanding of technical de- In addition to the performance and economy of a wheeled sign and feedback from customers, sales and service form excavator, the other main focus is on the safety of person- the basis for the use of pioneering ideas and have always nel and the machine. A wide range of equipment such as been an integral part of our recipe for success. Key compo- pipe fracture safety devices on lifting and stick cylinders, load nents such as the electronic components, slewing ring, slew- holding valves on outriggers, lift limitation in height, overload ing drive and hydraulic cylinders are developed and manu- warning device, roll-over protection system (ROPS) and the factured in-house. Our great production depth guarantees emergency exit through the rear window deliver maximum the highest possible quality and allows the components to be safety for every job. coordinated