The R 9800 is the second of three initial Liebherr excavators to be delivered to Roy Hill. The 800-tonne machine joins an R 9400 excavator that was delivered at the end of 2024. The third machine, a second R 9800, is set to join the fleet by the second quarter of 2025.
Roy Hill says it chose to add Liebherr machines to its existing fleet in the Pilbara given the strong reputation Liebherr has built for operational durability and reliability, fuel efficiency and comfort for operators.
Liebherr Australia adds its Perth team will provide a comprehensive mix of onsite, Perth-based and ad hoc machine support to maximise the uptime of Roy Hill’s growing Liebherr fleet.
A team of skilled product support advisors and heavy-duty technicians are also based at the mine site to provide everyday maintenance and repairs, as well as advanced technical support to ensure optimal performance of the new excavator fleet.
“We’re eager to support Roy Hill as the company integrates Liebherr equipment into its operations for the first time,” Liebherr Australia mining customer support executive general manager Patrick Korman says.
“This marks the beginning of a strong partnership, and we look forward to working closely with the Roy Hill team to ensure they receive the highest level of service and support as the relationship develops.”