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Caterpillar
980
Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
393 HP
292 kW
Operating Weight
66877 lb
30344 kg
Bucket Range
4.0-14.5 m³ 5.25-19 yd³
4.0-14.5 m³ 5.25-19 yd³
Overview
The Cat® 980 Wheel Loader brings premium performance with simple to-use technologies as a standard offering, boosting operator efficiencies and delivering increased productivity. Improved performance, reliability, durability, and versatility result in a machine that is better built to meet your
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Specifications
Engine
Spec | Value |
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Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 393 HP 292 kW |
Engine Model | Cat C13 Cat C13 |
Note (1) | Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards. Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards. |
Note (2) | The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. |
Note (3) | Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel. Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel. |
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 | 1627 lb/ft 2206 N·m |
Displacement | 12.5 L 12.5 L |
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 | 1612 lb/ft 2185 N·m |
Gross Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 | 425 HP 317 kW |
Net Torque @ 1,100 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 1539 lb/ft 2086 N·m |
Engine Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 | 429 HP 313 kW |
Weights
Spec | Value |
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Operating Weight | 66877 lb 30344 kg |
Note | Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE. |
Transmission
Spec | Value |
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Forward – 1 | 4.3 mile/h 6.9 km/h |
Forward – 2 | 8.3 mile/h 13.3 km/h |
Forward – 3 | 14.6 mile/h 23.5 km/h |
Forward – 4 | 24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h |
Note | Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 935 mm (37 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 935 mm (37 in) roll radius. |
Reverse – 1 | 4.8 mile/h 7.8 km/h |
Reverse – 2 | 9.4 mile/h 15.2 km/h |
Reverse – 3 | 16.7 mile/h 26.9 km/h |
Reverse – 4 | 24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h |
Sound
Spec | Value |
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Note (1) | ** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the �EU Directives.� ** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the �EU Directives.� |
Note (2) | ***European Union Directive �2000/14/EC� as amended by �2005/88/EC.� ***European Union Directive �2000/14/EC� as amended by �2005/88/EC.� |
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value – Exterior Sound Power Level* | 109 109 |
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value – Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A) |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed – Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 112 dB(A) 112 dB(A) |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed – Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) | 78 78 |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed – Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A) |
Air Conditioning System
Spec | Value |
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Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.717 metric tonnes (2.995 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.717 metric tonnes (2.995 tons). |
Operating Specifications
Spec | Value |
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Breakout Force | 51008 lb 227 kN |
Note (1) | For a machine configuration as defined under �Weight.� For a machine configuration as defined under �Weight.� |
Note (2) | Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. |
Static Tipping Load – Full 40° Turn – No Tire Deflection | 20965 kg 46208 lb |
Static Tipping Load – Full 40° Turn – With Tire Deflection | 43432 lb 19706 kg |
Service Refill Capacities
Spec | Value |
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Cooling System | 13.7 gal (US) 52 l |
Crankcase | 9.8 gal (US) 37 l |
DEF Tank | 5.5 gal (US) 21 l |
Differential – Final Drives – Front | 22.2 gal (US) 84 l |
Differential – Final Drives – Rear | 22.4 gal (US) 84 l |
Fuel Tank | 112.5 gal (US) 426 l |
Hydraulic Tank | 40.4 gal (US) 153 l |
Transmission | 20.3 gal (US) 77 l |
Hydraulic System
Spec | Value |
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Implement System – Maximum Operating Pressure | 4975 psi 34300 kPa |
Implement System – Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm | 119 gal/min 449 l/min |
Dimensions
Spec | Value |
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Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. |
Dimensions - High Lift
Spec | Value |
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 8.9 ft 2661 mm |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 6.3 ft 1900 mm |
Ground Clearance | 1.5 ft 456 mm |
Height – Top of Exhaust Pipe | 12.5 ft 3764 mm |
Height – Top of Hood | 10.1 ft 3064 mm |
Height – Top of ROPS | 12.7 ft 3829 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Carry | 2.2 ft 682 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 15.7 ft 4775 mm |
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 13.6 ft 4125 mm |
Overall Length – Without Bucket | 27.5 ft 8355 mm |
Tread Width | 8 ft 2440 mm |
Wheel Base | 12.6 ft 3800 mm |
Rack Back – Carry Height | 50 degrees 50 degrees |
Rack Back – Maximum Lift | 61 degrees 61 degrees |
Rack Back at Ground | 40 degrees 40 degrees |
Width over Tires (Loaded) | 10.9 ft 3260 mm |
Dimensions - Standard Lift
Spec | Value |
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 6.3 ft 1900 mm |
Ground Clearance | 456 mm 1.5 ft |
Height – Top of Exhaust Pipe | 3764 mm 12.5 ft |
Height – Top of Hood | 3064 mm 10.1 ft |
Height – Top of ROPS | 3829 mm 12.7 ft |
Hinge Pin Height at Carry | 2.2 ft 682 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 4554 mm 14.11 ft |
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 3881 mm 12.8 ft |
Overall Length – Without Bucket | 8155 mm 26.1 ft |
Tread Width | 8 ft 2440 mm |
Wheel Base | 3800 mm 12.6 ft |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 2661 mm 2661 mm |
Rack Back – Carry Height | 50 degrees 50 degrees |
Rack Back – Maximum Lift | 61 degrees 61 degrees |
Rack Back at Ground | 40 degrees 40 degrees |
Width over Tires (Loaded) | 10.9 ft 3260 mm |
Bucket Capacities
Spec | Value |
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Bucket Range | 4.0-14.5 m³ 5.25-19 yd³ 4.0-14.5 m³ 5.25-19 yd³ |
Standard Equipment
Operator Environment
- Cab, pressurized, sound suppression
- EH implement controls, parking brake
- Steering, joystick
- Seat, cloth, air suspension
- Touchscreen display
- Visibility: mirrors, rear-vision camera
- Air conditioner, heater, defroster (auto temp, fan)
- Sun visor, front, retractable
- Sun visor, rear, retractable
- Window cleaning platform, front
- Windows, front, safety laminated rounded glass
ON-BOARD TECHNOLOGIES
- Cat Payload scale
- Autodig with Auto Set Tires
- Operator ID & machine security
- Application Profiles
- Job Aids
- Controls Help and eOMM
POWER TRAIN
- Cat C13 engine
- Electric fuel priming pump
- Fuel-water separator and secondary fuel filter
- Engine, air precleaner
- Axles, open differentials
- Transmission, planetary, automatic powershift
- Torque converter with lock-up
- Service brakes, hydraulic, fully enclosed wet disc, wear indicators
- Integrated Braking System (IBS)
- Park brake, caliper on front axles, spring applied-pressure released
HYDRAULICS
- Implement system, load sensing with variable displacement piston pump
- Steering system, load sensing with dedicated variable displacement piston pump
- Ride control, dual accumulators
- Oil sampling valves, Cat XT™ hoses
ELECTRICAL
- Starting and charging system, 24V
- Starter, electric, heavy duty
- Lights: halogen, 4 work lights, 2 front roading lights with turn signals, 2 rearvision lights
MONITORING SYSTEM
- Front dash with analog gauges, LCD display, and warning lights
- Primary touchscreen monitor (Cat Payload, quad screens, machine settings & messages)
LINKAGE
- Standard lift, Z-bar
- Kickouts: lift and tilt
Optional Equipment
Operator Environment
- Door, remote opening system
- HMU steering wheel
- Entertainment radio (FM, AM, USB, BT)
- Entertainment radio (DAB+)
- CB radio ready
- Seat, suede/cloth, air suspension, heated
- Seat, leather/cloth, air suspension, heated/ cooled
- 360° vision system
- Cat Detect rear radar system
- Dedicated rearview screen
- Mirrors, heated
- Windows, front, heavy duty, or full guards
ON-BOARD TECHNOLOGIES
- Cat Advanced Payload
- Cat Payload Printer
POWER TRAIN
- Turbine, air precleaner
- Radiator, high debris
- Cooling fan, reversible
- Axles, limited slip differential(s)
- Axles, ecology drains, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals
- Axles, oil cooler
- Heavy Duty transmission
HYDRAULICS
- 3rd auxiliary function with ride control
- Quick coupler control
ELECTRICAL
- Cold start, 120V or 240V
- Lights: LED
- Warning beacon
MONITORING SYSTEM
- Reversing strobe lights
LINKAGE
- High lift, Z-bar
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Cat Autolube system
- Fenders, extensions or roading
- Guards: power train, crankcase, cab, cylinders, rear
- Biodegradable hydraulic oil
- High-speed oil change system
- Rear cab access
- Fast fill fuel tank
- Toolbox
- Wheel chocks
- Secondary steering system, electrical
SPECIAL CONFIGURATIONS
- Aggregate handler
- Waste and industrial
- Forestry, logger
- Steel mill
- Block handler