KL958: Redefining Heavy-Duty Performance in 6-Cylinder Wheel Loaders
Heavy-duty loading is not simply about adding more engine power. A productive wheel loader must combine engine performance, structural strength, traction, hydraulic response, stability, serviceability, and efficient maneuvering into one complete machine.
The KLIONCE KL958 is designed around this principle. Developed for demanding loading and material-handling environments, the machine combines a six-cylinder power system with a heavy operating structure and practical specifications for quarry, mining, infrastructure, road construction, steel, and bulk-material applications.
KL958 Heavy-Duty Wheel Loader: The Core Specifications
The KL958 heavy-duty wheel loader has a rated load of 3300 kg and a 1.2 m³ bucket capacity, providing a practical balance between loading capability and cycle efficiency.
Its standard dump height is 3800 mm with a dump distance of 1100 mm, helping the machine work with trucks, stockpiles, hoppers, and other material-handling applications where loading reach is important.
The KL958 has an operating weight of 8230 kg and overall dimensions of 7460 × 2480 × 3240 mm. The substantial machine weight provides a stable platform for repeated loading and transport cycles in demanding working environments.
Six-Cylinder Power for Demanding Work
At the heart of the KL958 is a Yuchai 6105 Turbo engine rated at 92 kW. The six-cylinder power configuration is designed to provide the torque and power needed for repetitive loading, stockpile work, aggregate handling, and other applications where the machine operates under sustained load.
The loader reaches a maximum travel speed of 36 km/h, allowing it to move efficiently between loading points, stockpiles, trucks, and work areas without sacrificing the heavy-duty characteristics required for intensive material handling.
Maximum tractive force is rated at no less than 47 kN, providing useful traction when entering material piles or operating on demanding ground conditions.
Built for Quarry and Aggregate Operations
Quarries and stone yards place considerable stress on construction machinery. Dense materials, uneven terrain, repeated bucket loading, dust, vibration, and long working cycles all increase the demands placed on the loader.
The KL958 is designed for these types of environments. Its 3300 kg rated load and 1.2 m³ bucket provide a useful configuration for handling stone, aggregate, sand, gravel, and other bulk materials.
A minimum ground clearance of 415 mm also helps the machine operate on uneven quarry and construction surfaces where additional underbody clearance can be valuable.
Material Handling for Infrastructure and Road Construction
Road and infrastructure projects require loaders to perform a wide range of repetitive tasks, including moving aggregate, loading trucks, supplying batching areas, clearing material, and managing stockpiles.
The KL958 combines a 2670 mm wheelbase with a 1725 mm track gauge to provide a stable working platform while maintaining articulated maneuverability.
Its steering angle of at least 35 degrees and 3800 mm turning radius help the loader work efficiently in loading yards and construction areas where frequent direction changes are required.
Articulated Alignment Helps Improve Maneuvering Efficiency
The KL958 uses an articulated alignment design in which the front and rear tire paths remain closely coordinated during steering.
This design helps reduce unnecessary tire scrub and steering resistance compared with poorly aligned turning trajectories. Lower steering resistance can help reduce unnecessary energy loss while also supporting more even tire operation during frequent loading cycles.
For equipment working many hours each day, reducing unnecessary tire friction and steering resistance can contribute to better operating efficiency over the life of the machine.
3800 mm Dump Height for Practical Loading Work
Dump height is an important specification when selecting a wheel loader for trucks, hoppers, storage areas, and industrial material-handling operations.
The KL958 provides a standard dump height of 3800 mm. Combined with its 1100 mm dumping distance, this configuration gives operators practical clearance and reach for common heavy-duty loading applications.
Rather than selecting a loader based on engine power alone, buyers should compare dump height and dump distance with the actual dimensions of the trucks or receiving equipment used on the job site.
1.2 m³ Bucket: Balancing Capacity and Control
The standard KL958 bucket capacity is 1.2 m³. Bucket size should always be evaluated together with material density because the same bucket volume can produce very different payloads when handling sand, gravel, stone, soil, coal, or other materials.
Operators should avoid assuming that a full bucket is always within the machine's rated load. Dense materials may reach the loader's rated capacity before the bucket is completely filled.
Correct bucket loading helps protect the hydraulic system, drivetrain, tires, axles, and structural components while maintaining efficient cycle times.
Serviceability Matters in Heavy-Duty Applications
Heavy-duty machines often accumulate operating hours quickly, making daily inspection and routine servicing especially important.
The KL958 is designed with filters and routine service components positioned for practical access, helping operators perform regular inspections without unnecessary difficulty.
Daily checks should include engine oil, coolant, hydraulic oil, filters, hoses, tires, bucket condition, articulation points, visible fasteners, and signs of fluid leakage.
For a more complete maintenance routine, see our compact wheel loader maintenance checklist covering inspection, lubrication, hydraulic system care, filters, tires, and preventive maintenance.
Large-Capacity Fuel and Hydraulic Systems
The KL958 is equipped with a 145 L fuel tank and a 145 L hydraulic oil tank. These capacities support the requirements of a larger heavy-duty loader working through extended loading cycles.
Hydraulic oil condition is especially important in high-load applications. Contamination, overheating, incorrect oil specification, or poor filter maintenance can reduce hydraulic component life and affect lifting and bucket performance.
Operators should follow the specified service schedule and keep the hydraulic system clean to protect pumps, valves, cylinders, seals, and other components.
Where the KL958 Fits Best
The KL958 is designed for applications where a smaller compact loader may not provide sufficient machine weight, traction, or sustained loading performance.
Typical working environments include stone quarries, mines, aggregate yards, infrastructure construction, road building, steel enterprises, industrial material yards, and large construction projects.
In these environments, machine selection should consider not only rated load but also material density, bucket capacity, ground conditions, loading height, daily operating hours, transportation requirements, and maintenance access.
KL958 Technical Specifications
Rated Load: 3300 kg
Bucket Capacity: 1.2 m³
Dump Height: 3800 mm
Dump Distance: 1100 mm
Operating Weight: 8230 kg
Engine: Yuchai 6105 Turbo, 92 kW
Maximum Speed: 36 km/h
Wheelbase: 2670 mm
Track Gauge: 1725 mm
Steering Angle: ≥35°
Turning Radius: 3800 mm
Three-Function Cycle Time: 9 s
Maximum Tractive Force: ≥47 kN
Minimum Ground Clearance: 415 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity: 145 L
Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity: 145 L
Overall Dimensions: 7460 × 2480 × 3240 mm
Heavy-Duty Performance Is About the Complete Machine
The value of a heavy-duty loader comes from how well its major systems work together. Engine output must be matched with traction, hydraulics, structural stability, bucket capacity, steering performance, and appropriate operating weight.
The KLIONCE KL958 brings these elements together in a machine designed for repeated loading and material-handling work under demanding conditions.
With a 3300 kg rated load, 1.2 m³ bucket, 3800 mm dump height, 92 kW Yuchai six-cylinder power system, 8230 kg operating weight, and articulated steering design, the KL958 provides a practical heavy-duty solution for quarry, mining, infrastructure, road construction, and industrial applications.
Contact KLIONCE for KL958 configuration information, attachments, application recommendations, shipping solutions, and equipment selection support for your project.
