970E Excavator
The LiuGong 970E crawler excavator offers operating weight (with cab) of 70,500–70,960 kg; engine power of 373 kW (500 hp) @ 1,800 rpm; bucket capacity of 4.0 / 4.3 / 5.2 m³. Ideal for construction, demolition, quarrying and earthmoving; advanced hydraulics, ROPS/FOPS cab and factory-direct support. ISO-certified manufacturer, factory-direct pricing and dependable after-sales for global buyers.

970E Excavators
Operating Weight (with cab)
70,500–70,960 kg
Engine Power
373 kW (500 hp) @ 1,800 rpm
Bucket Capacity
4.0 / 4.3 / 5.2 m³
Specifications
| Operating Weight (with cab) | 70,500–70,960 kg |
|---|---|
| Engine Power | 373 kW (500 hp) @ 1,800 rpm |
| Bucket Capacity | 4.0 / 4.3 / 5.2 m³ |
| Travel Speed (High) | 4.4 km/h |
| Travel Speed (Low) | 2.7 km/h |
| Swing Speed | 6.8 rpm |
| Arm Digging Force | 319 kN |
| Power Boost | 347 kN |
| Bucket Digging Force | 360 kN |
| Transport Length | 12,230 mm |
| Transport Width | 4,260 mm |
| Transport Height | 4,710 mm |
| Track Shoe Width (Std) | 650 mm |
| Boom | 6,600 mm |
| Arm | 2,900 mm |
| Digging Reach | 11,450 mm |
| Digging Reach (Ground) | 11,170 mm |
| Digging Depth | 7,180 mm |
| Vertical Wall Dig Depth | 4,070 mm |
| Cutting Height | 10,950 mm |
| Dump Height | 7,030 mm |
| Min Front Turning Radius | 4,900 mm |
| Engine Model | Cummins QSX15 |
| Emission Standard | Tier 3 |
| Max System Flow | 2 × 450 L/min |
| System Pressure | 34.3 MPa |
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Key Features
- Operating weight 70,500–70,960 kgHeavy class — excavation, quarry and large-scale earthmoving duty.
- Engine power 373 kW (500 hp) @ 1,800 rpmPower matched to daily production and fuel-efficient operation.
- Bucket capacity 4.0 / 4.3 / 5.2 m³Sized for efficient loading cycles and production targets.
- ROPS/FOPS cabOperator protection and comfort on every shift.
- Advanced hydraulicsSmooth, precise control for demanding work cycles.
- Factory-direct supportGlobal parts, warranty and after-sales network from the manufacturer.
Applications
The 970E is suited to Heavy excavation, quarrying and large-scale mass earthmoving. Tell us your application and we will recommend the right configuration.
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