The Hyundai HL665VL is a 17-tonne wheel loader purpose-built for high-cycle environments where payload consistency and uptime are important. Powered by a 162 kW Weichai Steyr engine and equipped with a 3.2 m³ standard bucket, this machine serves as a heavy-duty workhorse designed to navigate the middle ground between massive volume and jobsite agility.
At an operating weight of 17 tonnes with a 5,000 kg rated load, the HL665VL provides a stable platform for moving meaningful volumes per pass. Despite its power, it remains remarkably nimble; a 3,200 mm wheelbase and 5,630 mm turning radius allow it to navigate restricted yards and narrow loading bays without sacrificing breakout force.
The drivetrain is engineered to sustain productivity across a range of harsh operating conditions. The WD10G220E23 engine delivers 900 N.m of peak torque, while a professionally tuned injection pump improves acceleration response, allowing the machine to perform earlier in every loading cycle. A smooth-shifting power-shift transmission, combined with 164 kN of traction force, enables confident penetration into dense stockpiles.
Standard four-wheel drive and 11-degree rear axle oscillation keep all wheels in contact with irregular surfaces, maintaining traction and structural integrity on uneven ground. The advanced hydraulic system features a double-pump confluence design that matches output to demand, reducing unnecessary engine load, and operates at 17 MPa with a total hydraulic cycle time of 10.0 seconds.
The HL665VL is engineered with several systems specifically aimed at reducing unplanned downtime:
The Weichai Steyr WD10G220E23 powerplant comprises six cylinders with 126 mm bore and 130 mm stroke, totalling 9.7 litres displacement. The unit operates from a 300-litre fuel reservoir enabling extended work periods without refuelling interruptions, critical for remote mining operations.
The 17,000 kg working weight transfers across 23.5-25 16PR tyres as baseline specification. Optional tubeless tyres for desert terrain and tube tyres for extreme applications with abrasive material broaden adaptability throughout varied Southern Africa conditions. The improved tipping capacity of 10,400 kg stems from refined centre of gravity positioning with 54% rear axle weight distribution.
The hydraulic circuit functions at 17 MPa system pressure via a 104.9 mL/r gear pump featuring Parker brand elements for enhanced dependability. Complete bucket sequences execute in 10.0 seconds, maintaining productivity in continuous truck-filling operations. The box-section rear chassis design with reinforced side panel construction resists demanding conditions standard in Southern Africa mining work.
Regular maintenance gains from ground-level positioning of fuel and oil filters, lubrication points, and mechanical components. Wide-access hood panels afford straightforward entry to the powerplant bay whilst quick-changeable brake disc assemblies permit operators to evaluate brake pad condition without wheel removal.
| Specification |
| Engine |
| Rated Power |
| Operating Weight |
| Bucket Capacity (Heaped) |
| HL665VL |
| Weichai Steyr |
| 162kW (217HP) @ 2,000rpm |
| 17,000 kg |
| 3.2 m³ |
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