Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Specs

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

The Caterpillar 982M is a large wheel loader designed for high-production material handling, quarry, aggregate, and industrial loading applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series wheel loader lineup and is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling, and moving bulk materials. The 982M features a Cat diesel engine, advanced hydraulic systems, and a reinforced frame for demanding jobsite conditions. Operator comfort, visibility, and integrated machine controls support efficient operation. The model is available with multiple bucket and tire configurations to match site requirements. The Caterpillar 982M is recognized for its productivity, durability, and serviceability in heavy-duty wheel loader applications.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	6 - 15.75 (4.6 - 12) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine Power	398 (297) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine type	Cat C13 — Starting 2021 Model Year
Max Dump Height	11.1 (3.4) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Operating Weight	78,402 (35,563) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Tip Load	54,640 (24,784) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev)	23.3 / 24.9 mph — Starting 2021 Model Year

Axles

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Axles specifications
Front	Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall	22.50 in (57.15 cm)
Rear	Oscillating ?13 degrees

Brakes

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Brakes specifications
Brakes	Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards

Bucket Capacities

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Bucket Capacities specifications
Bucket Range	4.6-12.0 m (6.0-15.75 yd)

Buckets

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Buckets specifications
Bucket Capacities	4.6-12.0 m (6.0-15.75 yd)

Cab

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Cab specifications
Rops/Fops	ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards

Dimensions

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Height	12.75 ft (3.89 m)
Length	33.42 ft (10.19 m)
Weight	78,402.00 lbs (35,556.46 kg)
Width	11.33 ft (3.45 m)

Dimensions - Standard Lift

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Dimensions - Standard Lift specifications
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight	8.92 ft (2.72 m)
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch	6.25 ft (1.90 m)
Ground Clearance	1.33 ft (0.41 m)
Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe	12.25 ft (3.73 m)
Height - Top Of Hood	10.17 ft (3.10 m)
Height - Top Of Rops	12.50 ft (3.81 m)
Hinge Pin Height At Carry	2.67 ft (0.81 m)
Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift	15.50 ft (4.72 m)
Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift	12.67 ft (3.86 m)
Maximum Width Over Tires	11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Note	All dimensions are approximate and based on Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires.
Overall Length - Without Bucket	28.17 ft (8.59 m)
Rack Back - Carry Height	48 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift	57 degrees
Rack Back At Ground	42 degrees
Tread Width	8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Wheel Base	12.50 ft (3.81 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Displacement	763.00 cu in (12,503.36 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C13 ACERT
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249	398.00 hp (296.79 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric	404.00 hp (301.27 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349	398.00 hp (296.79 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric	404.00 hp (301.27 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249	373.00 hp (278.15 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric	378.00 hp (281.88 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349	373.00 hp (278.15 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric	378.00 hp (281.88 kw)
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm	1,505.00 lbs ft (2,040.48 nm)
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm	1,518.00 lbs ft (2,058.10 nm)
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 14396	430.00 hp (320.66 kw)
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric	436.00 hp (325.13 kw)
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995	436.00 hp (325.13 kw)
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric	442.00 hp (329.60 kw)
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396	406.00 hp (302.76 kw)
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric	412.00 hp (307.23 kw)
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995	412.00 hp (307.23 kw)
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric	417.00 hp (310.96 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249	398.00 hp (296.79 kw)
Note	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes.
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Iso 14396	1,609.00 lbs ft (2,181.48 nm)
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J1995	1,627.00 lbs ft (2,205.89 nm)
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Iso 14396	1,602.00 lbs ft (2,171.99 nm)
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J1995	1,617.00 lbs ft (2,192.33 nm)
Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent: Maximum Power - Sae J1995	436.00 hp (325.13 kw)
U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final/Eu Stage Iv - Maximum Power - Sae J1995	436.00 hp (325.13 kw)

Engine - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Engine - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent specifications
Bore	5.20 in (13.21 cm)
Displacement	763.00 cu in (12,503.36 cu cm)
Emissions	Cat engine with ACERT Technology ? meets Tier 2/Stage II, Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards.
Engine Model	Cat C13 ACERT
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349	373.00 hp (278.15 kw)
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm - Sae J1349	1,505.00 lbs ft (2,040.48 nm)
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995	412.00 hp (307.23 kw)
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J1995	1,617.00 lbs ft (2,192.33 nm)
Stroke	6.20 in (15.75 cm)

Engine - Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Engine - Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent specifications
Emissions	Tier 3/Stage IIIA

Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv specifications
Bore	5.20 in (13.21 cm)
Displacement	763.00 cu in (12,503.36 cu cm)
Emissions	Tier 4/Stage IV
Engine Model	Cat C13 ACERT
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349	398.00 hp (296.79 kw)
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm - Sae J1349	1,518.00 lbs ft (2,058.10 nm)
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995	436.00 hp (325.13 kw)
Note (1)	The power ratings apply at the stated speed when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standards.
Note (2)	The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner and aftertreatment.
Note (3)	The gross power advertised is with the fan at maximum speed.
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J1995	1,627.00 lbs ft (2,205.89 nm)
Stroke	6.20 in (15.75 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Dump, At Maximum Raise	1.7 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Lower, Empty, Float Down	3.1 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Raise From Carry Position	5.3 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Total	10.1 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	10.1 s
Implement Pump Type	Variable Displacement Piston
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure	4975 psi
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,250 Rpm	119.00 gpm (450.42 lpm)
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow	63.00 gpm (238.46 lpm)
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure	3159 psi

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force	58,450.00 lbs (26,512.51 kg)
Note	Full compliance to ISO (2007) 143971 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Note (1)	For a machine configuration as defined under "Weight."
Note (2)	Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6.
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - No Tire Deflection	49,368.00 lbs (22,392.98 kg)
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - With Tire Deflection	46,473.00 lbs (21,079.82 kg)

Operational

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Operating Weight	78,402.00 lbs (35,562.59 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	14.00 gal (52.99 l)
Crankcase	9.80 gal (37.09 l)
Def Tank	5.50 gal (20.82 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	24.30 gal (91.98 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	24.30 gal (91.98 l)
Fuel Tank	112.50 gal (425.81 l)
Hydraulic Tank	48.00 gal (181.68 l)
Transmission	20.30 gal (76.84 l)

Sound

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Sound specifications
Note	*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
Note (1)	*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
Note (2)	**For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the "EU Directives."
Note (3)	***European Union Directive "2000/14/EC" as amended by "2005/88/EC."
With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (Iso 6395:2008)**	109 LWA***
With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (Iso 6396:2008)**	72 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (Iso 6395:2008)	112 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (Sae J88:2013)	78 dB(A)*
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (Iso 6396:2008)	72 dB(A)

Sound - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Sound - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent specifications
Exterior Sound Power Level - Iso 6395:2008*	112 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Pressure Level - Sae J88:2013**	78 dB(A)
Note (1)	The sound values indicated are for specific operating conditions only. Machine and operator sound levels will vary at different engine and/or cooling fan speeds. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cabin that is not properly maintained, or when the doors and/or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Note (2)	*For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.
Note (3)	**For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified. The measurement was conducted under the following conditions: distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.
Operator Sound Pressure Level - Iso 6396:2008	75 dB(A)

Sound - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Sound - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv specifications
Exterior Sound Power Level - Iso 6395:2008*	112 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Pressure Level - Sae J88:2013**	78 dB(A)
Note (1)	The sound values indicated are for specific operating conditions only. Machine and operator sound levels will vary at different engine and/or cooling fan speeds. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cabin that is not properly maintained, or when the doors and/or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Note (2)	*For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.
Note (3)	**For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified. The measurement was conducted under the following conditions: distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.
Operator Sound Pressure Level - Iso 6396:2008	72 dB(A)

Transmission

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Forward - 1	3.90 mph (6.28 kph)
Forward - 2	7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
Forward - 3	13.10 mph (21.08 kph)
Forward - 4	23.30 mph (37.50 kph)
Note	Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 914 mm (36 in) roll radius.
Reverse - 1	4.30 mph (6.92 kph)
Reverse - 2	8.50 mph (13.68 kph)
Reverse - 3	15.00 mph (24.14 kph)
Reverse - 4	24.50 mph (39.43 kph)

Weights

Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Note	Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 6.1 m3 (8.0 yd3) GP bucket with BOCE.
Note (1)	For 6.1 m3 (8.0 yd3) general purpose buckets with BOCE.
Note (2)	Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 6.1 m3 (8.0 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Operating Weight	78,402.00 lbs (35,562.59 kg)