- Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 980K ➔
The Caterpillar 980K is a large wheel loader designed for high-production material handling, loading, stockpiling, and truck loading in quarry, aggregate, mining, and construction applications. It is powered by a Caterpillar diesel engine and uses a torque converter powertrain with automatic transmission for efficient cycle times and smooth operation. The 980K features a reinforced frame, articulated steering, hydraulic lift and tilt systems, and a spacious operator cab with integrated controls and visibility. Common attachments include general-purpose, rock, and coal buckets. The model is part of Caterpillar's K-series wheel loader lineup and is used in demanding earthmoving and bulk material operations.
Axles
| Front | Fixed
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| Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall | 21.60 in (54.86 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 | 61,425.00 lbs (27,861.95 kg)
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| Bucket Capacities | 5.25-16.00 cu yd (4.01-12.23 cu m) |
| Bucket Capacity - heaped | 5.50 cu yd (4.20 cu m)
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| Bucket Capacity - struck | 4.80 cu yd (3.67 cu m)
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| Bucket Width | 11.60 ft (3.54 m)
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| Dump Clearance at Max Raise | 10.90 ft (3.32 m)
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Cab
| ROPS/FOPS | Meets SAE and ISO standards
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Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 1.50 ft (0.46 m)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 12.40 ft (3.78 m)
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| Hinge Pin - Max Height | 14.80 ft (4.51 m)
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| Length with Bucket on Ground | 31.10 ft (9.48 m)
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 5.10 ft (1.55 m)
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| Wheelbase | 12.20 ft (3.72 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 10.60 ft (3.23 m)
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Engine
| Bore | 5.10 in (12.95 cm)
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| Displacement | 762.80 cu in (12,500.08 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Cat C13 ACERT
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| Gross Power | 355.00 hp (264.73 kw)
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| Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 | 402.00 hp (299.78 kw)
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| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269 | 369.00 hp (275.17 kw)
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| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269 - Metric | 373.00 hp (278.15 kw)
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| Net Power | 369.00 hp (275.17 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 369.00 hp (275.17 kw)
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| Number of Cylinders | 6
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| Power Measured @ | 1800 rpm
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| Stroke | 6.20 in (15.75 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 | 79.30 gpm (300.15 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 | 123.00 gpm (465.56 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 | 53,548.00 lbs (24,288.99 kg)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 22.00 gal (83.27 l)
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| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 10.00 gal (37.85 l)
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| Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 23.00 gal (87.06 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 127.00 gal (480.70 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 66.00 gal (249.81 l)
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| Operating Voltage | 24 volts
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| Operating Weight | 66,489.30 lbs (30,159.08 kg)
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| Rear Axle Oscillation | 26 degrees
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| Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 23.00 gal (87.06 l)
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| Static Tipping Weight | 50,201.00 lbs (22,770.82 kg)
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| Tire Size | 29.5-25
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| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 16.00 gal (60.56 l)
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| Turning Radius | 26.10 ft (7.96 m)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 16.60 gal (62.83 l)
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| Crankcase | 9.80 gal (37.09 l)
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| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 22.20 gal (84.03 l)
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| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 22.20 gal (84.03 l)
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| Fuel Tank - Standard | 118.10 gal (447.01 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 44.90 gal (169.95 l)
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| Transmission | 17.40 gal (65.86 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 | 22.60 mph (36.37 kph)
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| Max Speed - Reverse | 25.80 mph (41.52 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 | 68,862.00 lbs (31,235.32 kg)
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