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980

Premium Performance with Standard Technology for Efficient Operation

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More Comfort – More Performance – More Versatility

  • Up To 20% Lower Maintenance Costs

    With extended and more synchronized maintenance intervals, you get more done at a lower cost compared to the previous model.

  • Smart Machine for Efficient Operation

    Broadest range of technologies, plus new operator assist features, work together seamlessly to help you boost your productivity.

  • Up To 10% More Productivity

    Get more done, achieve consistent high bucket fill factors resulting in increased productivity.

Engine

Displacement 12.5 L
Engine Model Cat C13
Engine Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 429 HP
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 1612 lb/ft
Gross Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 425 HP
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 1627 lb/ft
Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 393 HP
Net Torque @ 1,100 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 1539 lb/ft
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.
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.
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.

Weights

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.
Operating Weight 66877 lb

Transmission

Forward - 1 4.3 mile/h
Forward - 2 8.3 mile/h
Forward - 3 14.6 mile/h
Forward - 4 24.5 mile/h
Note 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
Reverse - 2 9.4 mile/h
Reverse - 3 16.7 mile/h
Reverse - 4 24.5 mile/h

Sound

Note (1) ** 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.�
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level* 109
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 112 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) 78
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72 dB(A)

Air Conditioning System

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).

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force 51008 lb
Note (1) 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.
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection 20965 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection 43432 lb

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System 13.7 gal (US)
Crankcase 9.8 gal (US)
DEF Tank 5.5 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front 22.2 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 22.4 gal (US)
Fuel Tank 112.5 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank 40.4 gal (US)
Transmission 20.3 gal (US)

Hydraulic System

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 4975 psi
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm 119 gal/min

Dimensions

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.

Dimensions - High Lift

Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 8.9 ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 6.3 ft
Ground Clearance 1.5 ft
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 12.5 ft
Height - Top of Hood 10.1 ft
Height - Top of ROPS 12.7 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry 2.2 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 15.7 ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 13.6 ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket 27.5 ft
Rack Back - Carry Height 50 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 61 degrees
Rack Back at Ground 40 degrees
Tread Width 8 ft
Wheel Base 12.6 ft
Width over Tires (Loaded) 10.9 ft

Dimensions - Standard Lift

Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 2661 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 6.3 ft
Ground Clearance 456 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 3764 mm
Height - Top of Hood 3064 mm
Height - Top of ROPS 3829 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry 2.2 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 4554 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 3881 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket 8155 mm
Rack Back - Carry Height 50 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 61 degrees
Rack Back at Ground 40 degrees
Tread Width 8 ft
Wheel Base 3800 mm
Width over Tires (Loaded) 10.9 ft

Bucket Capacities

Bucket Range 4.0-14.5 mÂł 5.25-19 ydÂł

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980 Technical Specifications (N Am, Europe, Jpn, Korea)
980 Key Features
980 Product Brochure (Eur, Japan, Korea, N Am)
Medium Wheel Loaders - Rigout Catalog

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