Head to head
Liebherr L556 XPower vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline. The Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Liebherr L556 XPower | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 19,600 - 21,600 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Tipping load | 9,300 - 13,750 kg | - |
| Bucket capacity | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 | - |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | 183 kW / 249 HP | - |
| Engine power | - | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Liebherr L556 XPower, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
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- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Buy or hire the SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Liebherr L556 XPower and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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