SDLG Wheel Loader Sizes Explained: From the L918F to the L9100H
SDLG's wheel loader range spans eight machines and nearly twenty tonnes of operating weight — from the L918F that works a farm feedlot to the L9100H that loads 50-tonne trucks at a quarry face. The range is Kenya's bestselling loading line, and its size steps are deliberately close: close enough that buyers face real choices at every rung. This guide maps the full range, anchors the confirmed prices where they exist, and gives you the selection logic that places your workload on the right machine.
Quick answers if you are sizing a loader: the SDLG wheel loader sizes Kenya range runs compact (L918F), 3-tonne class (L936H, L938H), 5-tonne class (L956F, L958F), 6-tonne class (L968H), 7-tonne class (L975H) and flagship (L9100H). For wheel loader size guide Kenya purposes, the selection variables are trucks, tonnes, site space and budget — not horsepower figures. Confirmed price anchors from the October 2026 dealer list: the 3.5-tonne-class L935H at KSh 6,400,000 and the 5.0–5.5-tonne H-series loaders between KSh 9.2M and 9.6M — class context for their F-series siblings, quoted to order. Loader range Kenya buyers weighing 5 tonne vs 6 tonne loader Kenya or heavier steps should start from the comparisons on this site; the desk on +254 718 686 967 runs the sizing worksheets.
| Range span | Compact L918F through mid-size L936H/L938H, production L956F/L958F, heavy L968H/L975H to the L9100H flagship |
| Confirmed anchors | L935H (3.5 t class) KSh 6.4M; L953H/L956H (5–5.5 t) KSh 9.2–9.6M incl. per Oct 2026 price list — class context for F-series siblings |
| Selection variables | Truck size · daily tonnage · site space · ground conditions · budget |
| Guardrail | Published figures for several models conflict between sources — official datasheets govern; never mix F- and H-series numbers |
| Verification date | 2026-10-29 |
The range at a glance
| Size class | Models | Typical work | Truck match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact | L918F | Farms, estates, small yards | Small tippers, pickup-towed trailers |
| 3-tonne | L936H, L938H | Batching plants, tight yards, estates | 10–15 t tippers |
| 5-tonne | L956F, L958F | Quarries, crushers, road construction | 20 t tippers |
| 6-tonne | L968H | High-production quarry work | 30 t tippers |
| 7-tonne | L975H | Mining, bulk terminals | 40 t tippers |
| Flagship | L9100H | Mega-scale faces and terminals | 50 t-plus |
Class guides and comparisons for each step are published on this site — the compact-to-5-tonne guide, the heavy-loader comparison and the flagship factory-order guide among them.
The selection logic: five questions
- What trucks do I load? — truck size sets the pass-count economics; every size step in the range exists because a truck size does
- How many tonnes per day? — daily tonnage decides whether a class earns its premium or idles between loads
- What site space and surfaces? — compact machines negotiate tight yards; heavy machines need open faces and compacted ground
- How often do I move between sites? — transport costs favour lighter classes on multi-site work
- What is the direction of travel? — programmes growing toward larger trucks justify buying the next class once
Answer those honestly and the size chooses itself; the quotations then become a formality.
Where published figures conflict
Three models in the range carry published source conflicts, disclosed across this site rather than averaged: the L938H (payload and weight), the L968H (payload, bucket and weight) and the L9100H (bucket and weight). The campaign rule applies at every rung: the official configuration datasheet for your quoted unit governs, and the written quotation must state which figures apply. Never mix F-series numbers with H-series numbers — the two families do not share datasheets.
Price anchors and what they mean
The October 2026 dealer price list confirms two anchors in the range: the 3.5-tonne-class L935H at KSh 6,400,000 inclusive and the 5.0–5.5-tonne H-series loaders between KSh 9.2M and 9.6M inclusive. Both figures are indicative, subject to change without notice, and confirmed by written quotation within 24 hours of inquiry. They serve two purposes for range buyers: an honest entry-point reference for compact-class budgeting, and class context for the F-series siblings — the L956F and L958F are quoted to order, and the H-series figures describe their class neighbours, not their prices.
Choosing between F-series and H-series
Buyers notice early that the range mixes F-series and H-series machines — L956F beside L956H, for instance — and the difference matters. The F-series machines are the established production line with deep operator and parts familiarity across Kenya; the H-series brings updated cab, hydraulics and control packages. The choice is rarely about capability and usually about support ecosystem and price: F-series models often price sharper, H-series models spec higher. The published conflicts flagged above sit mostly in the H-series transition zone, which is precisely why the datasheet discipline matters most there. The desk will walk both series against your workload honestly, including cases where the older series is the better buy.
Three buyer profiles on the range
| Profile | Range position | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Farm, estate and small-yard operator | L918F to L936H | Compact class, tight budgets, confirmed class anchors nearby on the price list |
| Growing contractor, mixed work | L938H to L956F | The 3–5-tonne band covers most Kenyan general work; hire above it until the pipeline proves out |
| Quarry, mine or terminal operator | L968H upward | Production tonnage justifies the heavy classes; step-up guides on this site work each decision |
Profiles blend, pipelines grow and the right rung moves — which is why the range guides exist as a set rather than a single answer. The desk reviews placement annually with returning buyers at no charge; the wrong size, kept three seasons, is never free.
For buyers ready to buy wheel loader Kenya stock through the authorized channel, the SDLG loader dealer Kenya desk on +254 718 686 967 is the single conversation — sizing worksheets, the L918F Kenya compact through the L9100H Kenya flagship, the confirmed SDLG loader price Kenya anchors from the October list, and the written quotation for any wheel loader for sale Kenya listing, all with datasheets attached and finance structured in the same file.
Frequently asked questions
1. How many wheel loader sizes does SDLG offer in Kenya?
Six size classes across eight current models, from the compact L918F to the L9100H flagship — with model guides and comparisons published for each step.
2. What size loader do I need for 20-tonne trucks?
The 5-tonne class — the L956F or L958F — at roughly five passes per truck with a density-matched bucket. Smaller trucks point down the range; 30-tonne trucks point to the 6-tonne class.
3. What do SDLG wheel loaders cost in Kenya?
Confirmed anchors: L935H at KSh 6.4M and 5–5.5-tonne H-series at KSh 9.2–9.6M inclusive per the October 2026 price list — indicative, subject to change. Other models are quoted to order with written quotations confirming within 24 hours.
4. L936H or L938H — which compact loader?
The L936H suits lighter compact work; the L938H adds payload and bucket for denser materials. The published figures for the L938H conflict between sources, so the datasheet for your quoted unit settles the comparison.
5. When do I step up from the 5-tonne class?
When trucks reach 30 tonnes, daily tonnage sustains the bigger machine, or the pass-count economics on your face stretch the 5-tonne class past seven passes per load. The step-up guides on this site work the decision with numbers.
6. Can I finance any size in the range?
Yes — asset finance applies across all six classes, with deposits and tenors scaled to the machine. The documents checklist covers the file.
7. Are the price-list loaders the same as the F-series models?
No — the list carries H-series machines (L935H, L953H, L956H). The F-series siblings (L956F, L958F) are quoted to order; the H-series figures are class context, not F-series prices.
8. Where do I start sizing my loader?
Send the desk your trucks, daily tonnage and site conditions — the team will place you on the range, run the pass-matching worksheets and quote the right class with its datasheet attached.
Size your loader with the SDLG desk
Tell us your trucks, tonnes and site conditions — we will place you on the range from the L918F to the L9100H, quote the right class with its datasheet, and line up delivery, commissioning and finance support.
Disclaimer: Price anchors are from the dealer price list effective October 2026, are inclusive as indicated, and are subject to change without notice; written quotations are the only firm offers. Several models carry published specification conflicts disclosed rather than averaged — official configuration datasheets govern. Figures verified 2026-10-29.
SDLG Wheel Loader Sizes Explained: From the L918F to the L9100H
SDLG's wheel loader range spans eight machines and nearly twenty tonnes of operating weight — from the L918F that works a farm feedlot to the L9100H that loads 50-tonne trucks at a quarry face. The range is Kenya's bestselling loading line, and its size steps are deliberately close: close enough that buyers face real choices at every rung. This guide maps the full range, anchors the confirmed prices where they exist, and gives you the selection logic that places your workload on the right machine.
Quick answers if you are sizing a loader: the SDLG wheel loader sizes Kenya range runs compact (L918F), 3-tonne class (L936H, L938H), 5-tonne class (L956F, L958F), 6-tonne class (L968H), 7-tonne class (L975H) and flagship (L9100H). For wheel loader size guide Kenya purposes, the selection variables are trucks, tonnes, site space and budget — not horsepower figures. Confirmed price anchors from the October 2026 dealer list: the 3.5-tonne-class L935H at KSh 6,400,000 and the 5.0–5.5-tonne H-series loaders between KSh 9.2M and 9.6M — class context for their F-series siblings, quoted to order. Loader range Kenya buyers weighing 5 tonne vs 6 tonne loader Kenya or heavier steps should start from the comparisons on this site; the desk on +254 718 686 967 runs the sizing worksheets.
| Range span | Compact L918F through mid-size L936H/L938H, production L956F/L958F, heavy L968H/L975H to the L9100H flagship |
| Confirmed anchors | L935H (3.5 t class) KSh 6.4M; L953H/L956H (5–5.5 t) KSh 9.2–9.6M incl. per Oct 2026 price list — class context for F-series siblings |
| Selection variables | Truck size · daily tonnage · site space · ground conditions · budget |
| Guardrail | Published figures for several models conflict between sources — official datasheets govern; never mix F- and H-series numbers |
| Verification date | 2026-10-29 |
The range at a glance
| Size class | Models | Typical work | Truck match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact | L918F | Farms, estates, small yards | Small tippers, pickup-towed trailers |
| 3-tonne | L936H, L938H | Batching plants, tight yards, estates | 10–15 t tippers |
| 5-tonne | L956F, L958F | Quarries, crushers, road construction | 20 t tippers |
| 6-tonne | L968H | High-production quarry work | 30 t tippers |
| 7-tonne | L975H | Mining, bulk terminals | 40 t tippers |
| Flagship | L9100H | Mega-scale faces and terminals | 50 t-plus |
Class guides and comparisons for each step are published on this site — the compact-to-5-tonne guide, the heavy-loader comparison and the flagship factory-order guide among them.
The selection logic: five questions
- What trucks do I load? — truck size sets the pass-count economics; every size step in the range exists because a truck size does
- How many tonnes per day? — daily tonnage decides whether a class earns its premium or idles between loads
- What site space and surfaces? — compact machines negotiate tight yards; heavy machines need open faces and compacted ground
- How often do I move between sites? — transport costs favour lighter classes on multi-site work
- What is the direction of travel? — programmes growing toward larger trucks justify buying the next class once
Answer those honestly and the size chooses itself; the quotations then become a formality.
Where published figures conflict
Three models in the range carry published source conflicts, disclosed across this site rather than averaged: the L938H (payload and weight), the L968H (payload, bucket and weight) and the L9100H (bucket and weight). The campaign rule applies at every rung: the official configuration datasheet for your quoted unit governs, and the written quotation must state which figures apply. Never mix F-series numbers with H-series numbers — the two families do not share datasheets.
Price anchors and what they mean
The October 2026 dealer price list confirms two anchors in the range: the 3.5-tonne-class L935H at KSh 6,400,000 inclusive and the 5.0–5.5-tonne H-series loaders between KSh 9.2M and 9.6M inclusive. Both figures are indicative, subject to change without notice, and confirmed by written quotation within 24 hours of inquiry. They serve two purposes for range buyers: an honest entry-point reference for compact-class budgeting, and class context for the F-series siblings — the L956F and L958F are quoted to order, and the H-series figures describe their class neighbours, not their prices.
Choosing between F-series and H-series
Buyers notice early that the range mixes F-series and H-series machines — L956F beside L956H, for instance — and the difference matters. The F-series machines are the established production line with deep operator and parts familiarity across Kenya; the H-series brings updated cab, hydraulics and control packages. The choice is rarely about capability and usually about support ecosystem and price: F-series models often price sharper, H-series models spec higher. The published conflicts flagged above sit mostly in the H-series transition zone, which is precisely why the datasheet discipline matters most there. The desk will walk both series against your workload honestly, including cases where the older series is the better buy.
Three buyer profiles on the range
| Profile | Range position | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Farm, estate and small-yard operator | L918F to L936H | Compact class, tight budgets, confirmed class anchors nearby on the price list |
| Growing contractor, mixed work | L938H to L956F | The 3–5-tonne band covers most Kenyan general work; hire above it until the pipeline proves out |
| Quarry, mine or terminal operator | L968H upward | Production tonnage justifies the heavy classes; step-up guides on this site work each decision |
Profiles blend, pipelines grow and the right rung moves — which is why the range guides exist as a set rather than a single answer. The desk reviews placement annually with returning buyers at no charge; the wrong size, kept three seasons, is never free.
For buyers ready to buy wheel loader Kenya stock through the authorized channel, the SDLG loader dealer Kenya desk on +254 718 686 967 is the single conversation — sizing worksheets, the L918F Kenya compact through the L9100H Kenya flagship, the confirmed SDLG loader price Kenya anchors from the October list, and the written quotation for any wheel loader for sale Kenya listing, all with datasheets attached and finance structured in the same file.
Frequently asked questions
1. How many wheel loader sizes does SDLG offer in Kenya?
Six size classes across eight current models, from the compact L918F to the L9100H flagship — with model guides and comparisons published for each step.
2. What size loader do I need for 20-tonne trucks?
The 5-tonne class — the L956F or L958F — at roughly five passes per truck with a density-matched bucket. Smaller trucks point down the range; 30-tonne trucks point to the 6-tonne class.
3. What do SDLG wheel loaders cost in Kenya?
Confirmed anchors: L935H at KSh 6.4M and 5–5.5-tonne H-series at KSh 9.2–9.6M inclusive per the October 2026 price list — indicative, subject to change. Other models are quoted to order with written quotations confirming within 24 hours.
4. L936H or L938H — which compact loader?
The L936H suits lighter compact work; the L938H adds payload and bucket for denser materials. The published figures for the L938H conflict between sources, so the datasheet for your quoted unit settles the comparison.
5. When do I step up from the 5-tonne class?
When trucks reach 30 tonnes, daily tonnage sustains the bigger machine, or the pass-count economics on your face stretch the 5-tonne class past seven passes per load. The step-up guides on this site work the decision with numbers.
6. Can I finance any size in the range?
Yes — asset finance applies across all six classes, with deposits and tenors scaled to the machine. The documents checklist covers the file.
7. Are the price-list loaders the same as the F-series models?
No — the list carries H-series machines (L935H, L953H, L956H). The F-series siblings (L956F, L958F) are quoted to order; the H-series figures are class context, not F-series prices.
8. Where do I start sizing my loader?
Send the desk your trucks, daily tonnage and site conditions — the team will place you on the range, run the pass-matching worksheets and quote the right class with its datasheet attached.
Size your loader with the SDLG desk
Tell us your trucks, tonnes and site conditions — we will place you on the range from the L918F to the L9100H, quote the right class with its datasheet, and line up delivery, commissioning and finance support.
Disclaimer: Price anchors are from the dealer price list effective October 2026, are inclusive as indicated, and are subject to change without notice; written quotations are the only firm offers. Several models carry published specification conflicts disclosed rather than averaged — official configuration datasheets govern. Figures verified 2026-10-29.
