- Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 980K ➔
The Caterpillar 980K Wheel Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed for heavy-duty work. With a bucket capacity of 5.25 to 5.5 cubic yards and a maximum gross power of 402 horsepower, this loader offers impressive breakout force and efficiency. Meeting safety standards with features such as ROPS/FOPS cab and OSHA-approved brakes, the 980K is a reliable choice for demanding construction and mining projects.
General Specifications
Axles
| Front | Fixed
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| Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall | 22 in (55 cm)
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| Rear | Oscillating ?13 degrees
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Brakes
| Brakes | Meet OSHA SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards
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Bucket
| Breakout Force | 61,425 lbs (27,862 kg)
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| Bucket Capacities | 5.25-16 cu yd (4-12 cu m) |
| Bucket Capacity - heaped | 6 cu yd (4 cu m)
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| Bucket Capacity - struck | 5 cu yd (4 cu m)
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| Bucket Width | 12 ft (4 m)
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| Dump Clearance at Max Raise | 11 ft (3 m)
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Cab
| ROPS/FOPS | Meets SAE and ISO standards
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Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 2 ft (0 m)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 12 ft (4 m)
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| Hinge Pin - Max Height | 15 ft (5 m)
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| Length with Bucket on Ground | 31 ft (9 m)
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 5 ft (2 m)
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| Wheelbase | 12 ft (4 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 11 ft (3 m)
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Engine
| Bore | 5 in (13 cm)
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| Displacement | 763 cu in (12,500 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Cat C13 ACERT
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| Gross Power | 355 hp (265 kw)
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| Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 | 402 hp (300 kw)
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| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269 | 369 hp (275 kw)
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| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269 - Metric | 373 hp (278 kw)
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| Net Power | 369 hp (275 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 369 hp (275 kw)
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| Number of Cylinders | 6
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| Power Measured @ | 1800 rpm
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| Stroke | 6 in (16 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Dump Time | 2.1 seconds
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| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise | 1.7 seconds
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| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down | 3.3 seconds
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| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position | 6.4 seconds
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| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 11.4 seconds
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| Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure | 4496 psi
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| Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow | 79 gpm (300 lpm)
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| Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure | 3000 psi
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| Lower Time | 3.4 seconds
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| Pump Flow Capacity | 123 gpm (466 lpm)
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| Pump Type | Gear
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| Raise Time | 6 seconds
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| Relief Valve Setting | 3000 psi
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| Steering System - Pump Type | Piston
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Operating Specifications
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 80 amps
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| Breakout Force | 53,548 lbs (24,289 kg)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 22 gal (83 l)
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| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 10 gal (38 l)
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| Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 23 gal (87 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 127 gal (481 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 66 gal (250 l)
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| Operating Voltage | 24 volts
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| Operating Weight | 66,489 lbs (30,159 kg)
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| Rear Axle Oscillation | 26 degrees
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| Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 23 gal (87 l)
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| Static Tipping Weight | 50,201 lbs (22,771 kg)
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| Tire Size | 29.5-25
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| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 16 gal (61 l)
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| Turning Radius | 26 ft (8 m)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 17 gal (63 l)
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| Crankcase | 10 gal (37 l)
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| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 22 gal (84 l)
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| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 22 gal (84 l)
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| Fuel Tank - Standard | 118 gal (447 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 45 gal (170 l)
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| Transmission | 17 gal (66 l)
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Sound
Tires
| Note (1) | Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
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| Note (2) | Other special tires are available on request.
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| Note (3) | In certain applications the loader's productive capabilities might exceed the tires' tonnes-km/h (ton-) capabilities.
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| Tires | Choices
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Transmission
| Max Speed - Forward | 23 mph (36 kph)
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| Max Speed - Reverse | 26 mph (42 kph)
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| Number of Forward Gears | 4
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| Number of Reverse Gears | 4
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| Transmission Type | Powershift
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 68,862 lbs (31,235 kg)
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