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Caterpillar 980H Wheel Loader

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

The Caterpillar 980H is a large wheel loader designed for material handling, aggregate, quarry, and construction applications. Part of Caterpillar's H Series, it is equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic lifting system, and articulated steering for efficient loading and transport of bulk materials. The 980H is commonly used with buckets and other attachments for stockpiling, truck loading, and site preparation. Known for its heavy-duty frame, operator cab, and service access, the model is built for productivity in demanding environments. It remains a recognized Caterpillar wheel loader in the used equipment and rental markets.

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Axles

Front	Fixed front
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall	21.70 in (55.12 cm)
Rear	Oscillating +/- 13?

Brakes

Meets required standards.

Bucket

Breakout Force	61,425.00 lbs (27,861.95 kg)
Breakout Force - Reference Bucket	61,372.90 lbs (27,838.31 kg)
Bucket Capacities	8.00 yd (7.32 m)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	5.50 cu yd (4.20 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	4.80 cu yd (3.67 cu m)
Bucket Width	11.60 ft (3.54 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Maximum Bucket Capacity	8.00 cu yd (6.12 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	5.50 cu yd (4.20 cu m)
Type - Reference bucket	General purpose with Teeth

Cab

ROPS/FOPS

Meets SAE and ISO standards.

Dimensions

B-Pin Height - Standard	14.80 ft (4.51 m)
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch	72.90 in (185.17 cm)
Centerline Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Ground Clearance	1.50 ft (0.46 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12.40 ft (3.78 m)
Height - Top of Exhaust	146.30 in (371.60 cm)
Height - Top of Hood	107.00 in (271.78 cm)
Height - Top of ROPS/FOPS	12.40 ft (3.78 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	14.80 ft (4.51 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	31.10 ft (9.48 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	5.10 ft (1.55 m)
Wheel Base	12.20 ft (3.72 m)
Wheelbase	12.20 ft (3.72 m)
Width Over Tires	10.60 ft (3.23 m)

Engine

Bore	5.40 in (13.72 cm)
Displacement	928.00 cu in (15,207.23 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C15 ACERT
Gross Power	355.00 hp (264.73 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	393.00 hp (293.06 kw)
Make	Cat
Net Power	318.00 hp (237.14 kw)
Net Power - 80/1269/EEC	353.00 hp (263.24 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	349.00 hp (260.25 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	349.00 hp (260.25 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	1800 rpm
Stroke	6.80 in (17.27 cm)

Hydraulic System

Bucket/Work Tool System - Pump Output	123.00 gpm (465.56 lpm)
Dump Time	2.1 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump	2.1 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down	3.4 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise	6 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	11.5 seconds
Lower Time	3.4 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	123.00 gpm (465.56 lpm)
Pump Type	Gear
Raise Time	6 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	3000 psi

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Breakout Force	44,775.00 lbs (20,309.62 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	22.00 gal (83.27 l)
Dump Clearance	10,843.20 ft (3,305.01 m)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	10.00 gal (37.85 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	23.00 gal (87.06 l)
Fuel Capacity	127.00 gal (480.70 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	66.00 gal (249.81 l)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	66,489.30 lbs (30,159.08 kg)
Rated Bucket Capacity	5.00-8.00 cu yd (3.82-6.12 cu m)
Rear Axle Oscillation	26 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	23.00 gal (87.06 l)
Static Tipping Load - Full Turn	42,989.00 lbs (19,499.51 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	50,201.00 lbs (22,770.82 kg)
Tire Size	29.5-25
Transmission Fluid Capacity	16.00 gal (60.56 l)
Turning Radius	26.10 ft (7.96 m)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	22.00 gal (83.27 l)
Crankcase	17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	23.00 gal (87.06 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	23.00 gal (87.06 l)
Fuel Tank - Standard	127.00 gal (480.70 l)
Hydraulic Tank	33.00 gal (124.91 l)
Transmission	16.00 gal (60.56 l)

Tires

Choose from a variety of tires to match your application.

Transmission

Forward - 1	4.10 mph (6.60 kph)
Forward - 2	7.30 mph (11.75 kph)
Forward - 3	12.90 mph (20.76 kph)
Forward - 4	22.60 mph (36.37 kph)
Max Speed - Forward	22.60 mph (36.37 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	25.80 mph (41.52 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Reverse - 1	4.70 mph (7.56 kph)
Reverse - 2	8.40 mph (13.52 kph)
Reverse - 3	14.70 mph (23.66 kph)
Reverse - 4	25.80 mph (41.52 kph)
Transmission Type	Powershift

Weights

Operating Weight

67,294.00 lbs (30,524.08 kg)

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