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Caterpillar 980G Wheel Loader

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 980G ➔

The Caterpillar 980G Wheel Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed for heavy-duty tasks. With a robust bucket breakout force of 47,277 lbs and a bucket capacity of up to 7.5 cu yd, this loader can handle a variety of materials with ease. Its Cat 3406C DITA engine with a net power of 323 hp ensures efficient performance, while its hydraulic system allows for quick and precise movements. The 980G offers reliable operation and impressive operating weight, making it a top choice for construction and mining projects.

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General Specifications

Axles

Front	Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall	22 in (55 cm)
Rear	Trunnion

Bucket

Breakout Force	47,277 lbs (21,445 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	6 cu yd (4 cu m)
Bucket Width	11 ft (3 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	11 ft (3 m)
Maximum Bucket Capacity	8 cu yd (6 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12 ft (4 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	31 ft (9 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	5 ft (2 m)
Width Over Tires	11 ft (3 m)

Engine

Displacement	891 cu in (14,601 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat 3406C DITA
Flywheel Power	300 hp (224 kw)
Gross Power	300 hp (224 kw)
Maximum Flywheel Power	300 hp (224 kw)
Net Power	323 hp (241 kw)

Hydraulic System

Dump Time	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down	3.4 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise	6.8 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	12.2 seconds
Lower Time	3.4 seconds
Raise Time	6 seconds

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force	47,277 lbs (21,445 kg)
Dump Clearance	11 ft (3 m)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	10 gal (38 l)
Fuel Capacity	124 gal (470 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	55 gal (208 l)
Operating Weight	65,638 lbs (29,773 kg)
Static Tipping Load - Full Turn	40,005 lbs (18,146 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	44,767 lbs (20,306 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	21 gal (79 l)
Crankcase	10 gal (38 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	23 gal (87 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	21 gal (81 l)
Fuel Tank - Standard	124 gal (469 l)
Hydraulic Tank	33 gal (125 l)
Transmission	16 gal (62 l)

Transmission

Forward - 1	4 mph (7 kph)
Forward - 2	8 mph (12 kph)
Forward - 3	14 mph (22 kph)
Forward - 4	23 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Forward	23 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	27 mph (43 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Reverse - 1	5 mph (8 kph)
Reverse - 2	9 mph (14 kph)
Reverse - 3	15 mph (25 kph)
Reverse - 4	27 mph (43 kph)
Travel Speed	23 mph (37 kph)

Weights

Operating Weight

65,078 lbs (29,519 kg)

Caterpillar 980Gs currently for sale

A Caterpillar 980G From Wagner Equipment Co. for $82,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 980G From Foley Incorporated for $39,500.00 USD

A 2001 Caterpillar 980G From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

A 2000 Caterpillar 980G From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

A 2001 Caterpillar 980G From Alta Equipment Company for Call for Price

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