Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 982 XE ➔

The Caterpillar 982 XE is a large wheel loader designed for high-production material handling, quarry, aggregate, and heavy construction applications. It is part of Caterpillar's XE series, which uses an electric drive system to improve fuel efficiency and control in demanding loading cycles. The 982 XE features a high-capacity bucket, advanced operator controls, and integrated machine monitoring systems for productivity and serviceability. It is commonly used for truck loading, stockpile management, and bulk material movement. As a wheel loader, the Caterpillar 982 XE combines strong breakout force, efficient cycle times, and durable components for continuous operation in severe working conditions.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	6.25 - 22.5 - Starting 2025
Engine Power	404 (301.3) - Starting 2024
Engine Power Net	404.00 hp (301.27 kw) - Starting 2025
Engine type	Cat C13 - Starting 2024
Operating Weight	78,264.00 lbs (35,500.00 kg) - Starting 2025
OperatingWeight	78,264.00 lbs (35,500.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Tip Load	46,526.00 lbs (21,103.86 kg) - Starting 2025
Travel Speed	23.3 / 24.5 mph - Starting 2024
Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev)	23.3 / 24.5 mph - Starting 2025
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev)	23.3 / 24.5 mph - Starting 2021

Dimensions

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Height	12.33 ft (3.76 m)
Length	33.42 ft (10.19 m)
Weight	78,264.00 lbs (35,500.00 kg)
Width	11.33 ft (3.45 m)

Dimensions - High Lift

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Dimensions - High Lift specifications
Ground Clearance	1.33 ft (0.41 m) - Starting 2026
Height - Top of Hood	10.00 ft (3.05 m) - Starting 2026
Height - Top of ROPS	12.50 ft (3.81 m) - Starting 2026
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height	2.92 ft (0.89 m) - Starting 2026
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift	16.58 ft (5.05 m) - Starting 2026
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift	13.33 ft (4.06 m) - Starting 2026
Overall Length - Without Bucket	29.92 ft (9.12 m) - Starting 2026
Rack Back - Carry Height	49 degrees - Starting 2026
Rack Back - Maximum Lift	56 degrees - Starting 2026
Tread Width	8.33 ft (2.54 m) - Starting 2026
Wheel Base	12.50 ft (3.81 m) - Starting 2026
Width over Tires (Loaded)	11.42 ft (3.48 m) - Starting 2026

Dimensions - Standard Lift

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Dimensions - Standard Lift specifications
Ground Clearance	1.33 ft (0.41 m) - Starting 2026
Height - Top of Hood	10.00 ft (3.05 m) - Starting 2026
Height - Top of ROPS	12.50 ft (3.81 m) - Starting 2026
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height	2.58 ft (0.79 m) - Starting 2026
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift	15.50 ft (4.72 m) - Starting 2026
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift	12.75 ft (3.89 m) - Starting 2026
Overall Length - Without Bucket	28.25 ft (8.61 m) - Starting 2026
Rack Back - Carry Height	48 degrees - Starting 2026
Rack Back - Maximum Lift	57 degrees - Starting 2026
Tread Width	8.33 ft (2.54 m) - Starting 2026
Wheel Base	12.50 ft (3.81 m) - Starting 2026
Width over Tires (Loaded)	11.42 ft (3.48 m) - Starting 2026

Engine

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Biodiesel Capability	Up to B20¹ - Starting 2026
Displacement	763.00 cu in (12,503.36 cu cm) - Starting 2026
Emissions	Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. - Starting 2026
Engine Model	Cat® C13 - Starting 2026
Engine Power - 1,700 rpm ISO 14396:2002	432.00 hp (322.15 kw) - Starting 2026
Engine Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 14396:2002	432.00 hp (322.15 kw) - Starting 2026
Engine Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002	1,620.00 lbs ft (2,196.40 nm) - Starting 2026
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002	1,620.00 lbs ft (2,196.40 nm) - Starting 2026
Gross Power - 1,700 rpm SAE J1995:2014	436.00 hp (325.13 kw) - Starting 2026
Gross Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1995:2014	436.00 hp (325.13 kw) - Starting 2026
Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014	1,636.00 lbs ft (2,218.09 nm) - Starting 2026
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014	1,636.00 lbs ft (2,218.09 nm) - Starting 2026
Net Power - 1,700 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011	404.00 hp (301.27 kw) - Starting 2026
Net Torque - 1,100 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011	1,515.00 lbs ft (2,054.04 nm) - Starting 2026
Net Torque @ 1,100 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011	1,515.00 lbs ft (2,054.04 nm) - Starting 2026

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	10.1 s - Starting 2026
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure	4975 psi - Starting 2026

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force	59,060.00 lbs ft (80,073.55 nm) - Starting 2026
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection	59,060.00 lbs (26,789.20 kg) - Starting 2026
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection	46,526.00 lbs (21,103.86 kg) - Starting 2026

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	13.70 gal (51.85 l) - Starting 2026
Crankcase	9.80 gal (37.09 l) - Starting 2026
DEF Tank	5.50 gal (20.82 l) - Starting 2026
Differential - Final Drives - Front	24.30 gal (91.98 l) - Starting 2026
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	24.30 gal (91.98 l) - Starting 2026
Fuel Tank	112.50 gal (425.81 l) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Tank	40.40 gal (152.91 l) - Starting 2026
Transmission	20.30 gal (76.84 l) - Starting 2026

Sound

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Sound specifications
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008	110 dB(A) - Starting 2026
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008²	107 dB(A) - Starting 2026
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008	70 dB(A) - Starting 2026
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹	70 dB(A) - Starting 2026

Transmission

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Forward - 1	3.90 mph (6.28 kph) - Starting 2026
Forward - 2	7.30 mph (11.75 kph) - Starting 2026
Forward - 3	13.00 mph (20.92 kph) - Starting 2026
Forward - 4	24.50 mph (39.43 kph) - Starting 2026
Reverse - 1	4.40 mph (7.08 kph) - Starting 2026
Reverse - 2	8.40 mph (13.52 kph) - Starting 2026
Reverse - 3	17.40 mph (28.00 kph) - Starting 2026

Weights

Caterpillar 982 XE Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	78,264.00 lbs (35,500.00 kg) - Starting 2026

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