# Caterpillar 980 for Sale in Birmingham, AL

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/wheel-loaders/980/id/87779367>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $565,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 87779367
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 980
- **Category:** Wheel Loaders
- **Hours:** 2180
- **Serial number:** XE300451
- **Location:** Birmingham, AL

## Description

Air Conditioner, Bucket, Mirrors, Remaining Factory Warranty PWT, HDY, TECH expires 06-04-27 or 5000 hours , ROPS - Enclosed

## Machine details

### GENERAL CONDITION

- **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** No

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **Horn:** Good

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Air Conditioner:** Good
- **Gauges:** Good
- **Switches:** Good

### ENGINE

- **Belts / Pulleys - ENGINE:** Good
- **Operating Condition - ENGINE:** Good

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Fan:** Good
- **Water Pump:** Good

### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM

- **Alternator:** Good
- **Wiring:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Hose Lines:** Good
- **Overall Operating Condition:** Good

## Manufacturer specifications

### Dimensions

- **Height:** 12.5 ft (3.81 m)
- **Length:** 31.5833 ft (9.63 m)
- **Weight:** 66877 lbs (30329.71 kg)
- **Width:** 10.75 ft (3.28 m)

### General Specifications

- **Bucket Capacity (since 2021):** 5.25 - 19 (4.0 - 14.5)
- **Bucket Capacity (since 2025):** 5.25 - 19
- **Engine Power (since 2021):** 393 (293.1)
- **Engine Power Net (since 2025):** 393 hp (293.06 kw)
- **Engine type (since 2021):** Cat C13
- **Operating Weight (since 2021):** 66,877 (30,335)
- **Operating Weight (since 2025):** 66,877 lbs (30334.93 kg)
- **OperatingWeight (since 2026):** 66,877 lbs (30334.93 kg)
- **Tip Load (since 2021):** 43,432 (19,700)
- **Tip Load (since 2025):** 43,432 lbs (19700.45 kg)
- **Travel Speed (since 2024):** 24.5 / 24.5 mph
- **Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev) (since 2025):** 24.5 / 24.5 mph
- **Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (since 2021):** 24.5 / 24.5 mph

## About this model

The Caterpillar 980 is a large wheel loader designed for high-production material handling, aggregate, quarry, and construction applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 980 series is known for its articulated frame, hydraulic lifting system, and front-mounted bucket configuration. It is used for loading trucks, stockpiling material, and moving bulk aggregates in demanding jobsite conditions. Depending on the model year and configuration, the Caterpillar 980 may feature advanced operator controls, fuel-efficient powertrain options, and service access designed for maintenance efficiency. As a wheel loader, it combines mobility, lifting capacity, and cycle performance for heavy-duty earthmoving and material handling tasks.

## Photos

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