The Cat® 980M Wheel Loader offers significant fuel savings while lowering long-term costs. This machine meets emission standards and is designed to improve fuel economy without interrupting performance. The reliability, durability, and versatility result in machines that are better built to meet your needs.
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Engine
Net Power - ISO 9249
386.0 HP
288.0 kW
Emissions
Tier 4/Stage IV
Tier 4/Stage IV
Maximum Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1995
425.0 HP
317.0 kW
Engine Model
Cat C13
Cat C13
Maximum Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric
431.0 HP
317.0 kW
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396
1609.0 ft·lbf
2182.0 N·m
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995
1627.0 ft·lbf
2206.0 N·m
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249
386.0 HP
288.0 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349
386.0 HP
288.0 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric
392.0 HP
288.0 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric
392.0 HP
288.0 kW
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 rpm
1515.0 ft·lbf
2054.0 N·m
Maximum Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric
426.0 HP
313.0 kW
Displacement
763.0 in³
12.5 l
Maximum Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 14396
420.0 HP
313.0 kW
Note
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes.
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes.
Weights
Operating Weight
66337.0 lb
30090.0 kg
Note
Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, open differential axles, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) GP bucket with BOCE.
Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, open differential axles, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) GP bucket with BOCE.
Buckets
Bucket Capacities
4.2-12.2 m³ (5.25-16.0 yd³)
4.2-12.2 m³ (5.25-16.0 yd³)
Sound
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
72.0 dB(A)
72.0 dB(A)
Note (1)
*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
112.0 dB(A)
112.0 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**
72.0 dB(A)
72.0 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
109 LWA***
109 LWA***
Note (2)
**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.
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)
78 dB(A)*
78 dB(A)*
Note (3)
***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC.
***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC.
Service Refill Capacities
Differential - Final Drives - Front
22.0 gal (US)
84.0 l
Crankcase
9.8 gal (US)
37.0 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
22.0 gal (US)
84.0 l
Cooling System
14.0 gal (US)
53.0 l
Hydraulic Tank
40.0 gal (US)
153.0 l
Transmission
20.3 gal (US)
77.0 l
Fuel Tank
112.5 gal (US)
426.0 l
DEF Tank
5.5 gal (US)
21.0 l
Transmission
Forward - 4
24.5 mT/hr
39.5 km/h
Forward - 3
14.6 mT/hr
23.5 km/h
Forward - 2
8.3 mT/hr
13.3 km/h
Forward - 1
4.3 mT/hr
6.9 km/h
Reverse - 3
16.7 mT/hr
26.9 km/h
Reverse - 2
9.4 mT/hr
15.2 km/h
Reverse - 1
4.8 mT/hr
7.8 km/h
Reverse - 4
24.5 mT/hr
39.5 km/h
Note
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 933 mm (37 in) roll radius.
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 933 mm (37 in) roll radius.
Operating Specifications
Breakout Force
50357.0 lbf
224.0 kN
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection
43133.0 lb
19565.0 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection
45847.0 lb
20796.0 kg
Note (1)
For a machine configuration as defined under "Weight."
For a machine configuration as defined under "Weight."
Note (2)
Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6.
Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6.
Hydraulic System
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm
119.0 gal/min
449.0 l/min
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
4975.0 psi
34300.0 kPa
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
10.1 s
10.1 s
Dimensions - High Lift
Wheel Base
12.5 ft
3800.0 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
6.25 ft
1900.0 mm
Maximum Width over Tires
10.83 ft
3296.0 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket
26.83 ft
8164.0 mm
Tread Width
8.0 ft
2440.0 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
13.08 ft
4010.0 mm
Height - Top of Hood
10.25 ft
3110.0 mm
Note
All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.
All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
12.33 ft
3746.0 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry
2.25 ft
678.0 mm
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
61 degrees
61 degrees
Rack Back - Carry Height
48 degrees
48 degrees
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
8.17 ft
2469.0 mm
Ground Clearance
1.42 ft
453.0 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
15.58 ft
4760.0 mm
Rack Back at Ground
39 degrees
39 degrees
Height - Top of ROPS
12.58 ft
3813.0 mm
Dimensions - Standard Lift
Height - Top of ROPS
12.58 ft
3813.0 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
14.83 ft
4539.0 mm
Height - Top of Hood
10.25 ft
3110.0 mm
Ground Clearance
1.42 ft
453.0 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket
26.17 ft
7964.0 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
12.42 ft
3795.0 mm
Maximum Width over Tires
10.83 ft
3296.0 mm
Wheel Base
12.5 ft
3800.0 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
6.25 ft
1900.0 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry
2.08 ft
621.0 mm
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
61 degrees
61 degrees
Note
All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.
All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
8.17 ft
2469.0 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
12.33 ft
3746.0 mm
Tread Width
8.0 ft
2440.0 mm
Rack Back - Carry Height
48 degrees
48 degrees
Rack Back at Ground
40 degrees
40 degrees
Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
Emissions
Tier 4/Stage IV
Tier 4/Stage IV
Bucket Capacities
Bucket Range
4.2-12.2 m³ (5.25-16.0 yd³)
4.2-12.2 m³ (5.25-16.0 yd³)