Aggregate Equipment · Make & Model reference
Hitachi ZW550-6
A very large production-oriented wheel loader. High fuel consumption is expected.
Operating weight
99,000 lbs
Horsepower
450 hp
Fuel burn
9.0 - 15.0 gph
Years produced
2016 - present
AI-updated · Last refresh 7/19/2026
Full specifications
Bucket Capacity (Standard)7.3 - 8.0 cu yd
Operating Load (Straight)37,000 lbs
Breakout Force63,200 lbf
Dump Clearance (Max Height)12 ft 10 in
Max Travel Speed22 mph
Shipping dimensions
Length33 ft 6 in
Width11 ft 8 in
Height13 ft 9 in
Weight99,000 lbs
Use these for permit routing and lowboy selection.
Recent auction history
| Year range | Hours | Avg | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2022 | 2,000-4,000 | $430,000 | $380,000 | $480,000 |
| 2017-2019 | 4,000-7,000 | $350,000 | $290,000 | $410,000 |
AI price estimate
Excellent, low hours
2022 model year
$500,000
Good, avg hours
2019 model year
$390,000
Fair, high hours
2016 model year
$280,000
Common problems to check
- Transmission overheating (under heavy load)
- Tire wear (high operating costs)
- Hydraulic cylinder leaks (lift/tilt)
- Engine software issues
Why buyers pick it
- High payload capacity
- Fast loading cycles
- Robust powertrain
- Comfortable for long shifts
Best jobs for this machine
Large quarry loadingMining operationsPort and terminal workLarge-scale aggregate processing
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