
Wheel Loader 956 With Single Cylinder And Short Wheelbase


Powered by a 162 kW Weichai supercharged diesel engine with a single swing-arm Z-bar linkage, the LT956 delivers high breakout force, lower fuel consumption (-8~12%), and outstanding maneuverability for construction, earthwork, quarries and coal mines.
? Rated Load: 5,000 kg | Bucket: 3 m³ wear-resistant
? Engine: Weichai 162 kW, max torque 745.3 N·m
? Breakout Force: 145±5 kN | Gradeability: 28°
? Standard: ZL50F international | ISO9001 / CE certified
ISO9001 & CE Certified
12-Month / 2,000h Warranty
Global Shipping (FOB/CIF/CFR)
OEM / ODM Accepted
Four core advantages engineered for productivity and low operating cost.
Single Swing-Arm Structure
Z-bar linkage delivers greater digging force and faster cycle times with fewer moving parts for easier maintenance.
Fuel-Saving Weichai Engine
Supercharged diesel with strong torque backup; fuel consumption reduced by 8–12% vs. comparable models.
Optimized Medium Wheelbase
Strikes the best balance between short-wheelbase agility and long-wheelbase loading capacity.
Wear-Resistant Bucket
3 m³ enlarged bucket with trapezoidal wear-resistant main blade and thickened bottom blade for longer life.

Designed to international ZL50F standard. Custom configurations available.
| General Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Model | LT956 |
| Rated Loading Capacity | 5,000 kg |
| Operating Weight | 16,800 kg |
| Bucket Capacity | 3.0 m³ |
| Bucket Width | 3,000 mm |
| Overall Dimension (L×W×H) | 7,600 × 3,000 × 3,380 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm (medium) |
| Tread Width | 2,250 mm |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Max. Dumping Height | 3,140 mm |
| Dumping Reach | 1,120 mm |
| Max. Breakout Force | 145 ± 5 kN |
| Max. Climbing Gradient | 28° |
| Turning Angle | 35° ± 1 |
| Lifting Time | ≤ 6.8 s |
| 3-Item Total Cycle Time | ≤ 12.55 s |
| Tire Specification | 23.5-25 |
| Engine & Travel Speeds | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Brand | Weichai (supercharged diesel) | Rated Power | 162 kW |
| Max. Torque | 745.3 N·m | Fuel Saving | 8–12% |
| Forward Gear I | 11.5 km/h | Forward Gear II | 38 km/h |
| Reverse Gear I | 16 km/h | Transmission | Planet-type, hydraulic torque converter |

Built for durability, efficiency and operator comfort.
Excellent digging force with parallel lifting for stable load handling.
3 m³ enlarged bucket with trapezoidal wear-resistant steel main blade.
Thickened bottom blade reduces insertion resistance and extends service life.
Fewer pins & bushings = lower maintenance cost and downtime.
162 kW rated power with strong torque backup for heavy loads.
Excellent cold-start performance for harsh environments.
Optimized transmission ratio ensures high output torque and traction.
8–12% lower fuel consumption reduces total operating cost.
Single/double-handle pilot control for precise, low-effort operation.
Electronic gearshift for smooth direction changes.
Spacious cabin with broad view reduces operator fatigue.
Optional A/C, Grammer seat and rear-view camera.
Double-pump confluence with equivalent unloading for energy saving.
Independent transmission oil & hydraulic oil cooling.
Auto cooling technology on brake system improves safety.
Dust-proof layer & sealed articulation points extend axle life.

Application Scenarios
Versatile performance across demanding job sites.

Municipal Construction

Earthwork Sites

Gravel Pits

Coal Mines
Quick-hitch system enables multi-function use in under 5 minutes.
Quick Hitch
Pallet Fork
Log Grapple
Snow Blade
Grass Fork
Enlarged Bucket

What Our Customers Say

Carlos Méndez
Quarry Owner, Chile
"Excellent maneuverability in tight municipal sites. The pilot joystick is smooth and our operators adapted within a day. Spare parts arrived within 7 days."

Adebayo Okeke
Construction Co., Nigeria

Dmitri Volkov
Mining Contractor, Russia
Frequently Asked Questions

01.What is the rated load capacity of the LT956?
02.What engine does the LT956 use?
03.What is the warranty period?
04.Can I customize attachments?
05.What is the delivery time and shipping method?
06.Do you accept OEM / ODM orders?
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