Liebherr
Liebherr D976
D9 Series
Liebherr D976 18L 6-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 650 kWm standby at 1500rpm. Euro Stage V. kWe estimated at 96% alternator efficiency. Turbocharged Intercooled.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 780 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 624 kWe
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 18 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf · kWe estimated — see note below
50 Hz1500 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 580 | 556.8 | 696 |
| Standby Power | 650 | 624 | 780 |
Note: The manufacturer does not publish a separate kWe rating for this engine. kWe values shown are estimated from the rated mechanical output (kWm) using a conservative 90% alternator efficiency factor.
Liebherr D976 generator set context
The Liebherr D976 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 780 kVA / 624 kWe / standby rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Liebherr |
| Model | D976 |
| Series | D9 Series |
| Configuration | L6 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 18 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Euro Stage V |
| Country of Origin | Switzerland |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Liebherr D976?
The Liebherr D976 is rated at 780 kVA standby / 696 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).
Does the D976 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Liebherr D976 is rated for 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).
What fuel does the Liebherr D976 use?
The Liebherr D976 is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the D976?
The Liebherr D976 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 18 L.
What emissions standard does the D976 meet?
The Liebherr D976 is certified to Euro Stage V emissions standards.
Is the Liebherr D976 still in production?
Yes — the Liebherr D976 is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the D976?
Yes — an official Liebherr datasheet for the Liebherr D976 can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/liebherr-d976
- Last database update
- 2026-06-11
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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