CAT 980 Wheel Loader

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Additional information

Make	Caterpillar
Model	980, 980H, 980K, 980M
Weight	30 t
Bucket	5.4 m3

Equipment Overview

The Cat 980 is a large wheel loader built for demanding quarry and heavy construction work, part of Caterpillar’s large wheel loader range alongside the 980 GC and 982. It delivers 293 kW (393 hp) net at 1,700 rpm and a 30,344 kg operating weight, suited to truck loading, stockpiling, and bulk material handling with strength and staying power.

Power comes from a Cat C13 engine meeting Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 emission standards, delivering 2,086 N·m of net torque through an automatic planetary powershift transmission (4F/4R) with lock-up clutch. Autodig with Auto Set Tires delivers consistent high bucket fill factors, and deeply integrated engine, powertrain, and hydraulic systems combine with Performance Series buckets for strong productivity and fuel efficiency.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Value
Engine	Cat C13, 12.5 L
Power Output	293 kW (393 hp) net @ 1,700 rpm; 317 kW (425 hp) gross
Max Torque	2,086 N·m net @ 1,100 rpm; 2,185 N·m gross @ 1,200 rpm
Emission Standard	US EPA Tier 4 Final; EU Stage V; Japan 2014
Transmission	Automatic planetary powershift (4F/4R), lock-up torque converter
Drive Type	4WD, open differentials (limited-slip optional)
Operating Weight	30,344 kg
Bucket Capacity	5.4 m³
Breakout Force	23,133 kg
Static Tipping Load (40° full turn)	19,706 kg
Max Travel Speed	39.5 km/h