The R 996B can reach the toughest targets; Its reliability and long life guarantee high performance at low operating costs. Designed for the best mechanical force distribution, the production-tailored attachment provides high digging and lifting forces. Integrating Liebherr made cylinders and a wide variety of buckets, the R 996B's attachment ensures easy bucket penetration and a high fill factor, even in the harshest conditions.

The R 996 B is equipped with two V16 Cummins engines specifically designed to withstand the most extreme environments. Set for minimum downtime and to boast a 36 m³/47.1 yd³ bucket, R 996 B’s drive system allows to reach the highest uptime performance for maximum productivity.

Rather than using open hydraulic circuit, the R 996 B employs a closed-loop swing circuit to enable maximum swing torque while retaining the full oil flow for the working circuit. The independent swing circuit in combination with the powerful drive system leads to fast arm motion, which contributes to faster cycle times.