MICHIGAN L50 WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Michigan L50 is a compact, robust wheel loader designed for versatile material handling and construction tasks. It features a 90 hp (67 kW) Volvo D45B four-cylinder direct injection engine with 273 cu in displacement, delivering a maximum torque of 232.4 lb-ft at 1,200 rpm. The loader is equipped with a powershift transmission offering 4 forward and 3 reverse gears, reaching a top speed of 24.8 mph forward and 15.5 mph reverse. Its hydraulic system utilizes a vane-type pump with a flow capacity of 35.7 gal/min at 2,975 psi, enabling a rapid dump time of 0.9 seconds and a raise time of 5.5 seconds. The lifting mechanism supports a breakout force of 15,287 lbs (6,934 kg), accommodating a bucket capacity of 1.8 to 1.6 cubic yards (heaped and struck, respectively). The bucket width measures 7.6 ft (2 m) with a dump clearance at max raise of 9.4 ft (3 m) and maximum lift height of 11.8 ft (3 m). The machine’s static tipping load is 11,990 lbs (5,439 kg) for the bucket and 6,614 lbs (3,000 kg) for forks. Ground clearance is 1.3 ft (0.4 m), with overall dimensions approximately 20 ft (6 m) length and 7.1 ft (2 m) width over tires. Weighing 17,857 lbs (8,100 kg), the L50 runs on 15.5-25 L-2 tires and incorporates durable hydraulic and transmission fluid capacities to ensure extended operation. The wheelbase measures 8.9 ft (2.7 m) with a turning radius of 17.3 ft (5.3 m). Designed for reliability and efficiency, the Michigan L50 is suited for heavy-duty loading in construction and industrial applications.