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1984 Caterpillar 980C

Name: 1984 Caterpillar 980C
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 88441306
Price: 19900 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

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Machine Info:

Hours:	20612
Serial Number:	63X05495
Machine Location:	MINNEAPOLIS, MN
More Information:	https://catused.com/cu/10265449

Description:

980C

Machine Details:

GENERAL CONDITION
Machine Starts and is Operable	Yes
Tires are Aired Up and Drivable	Yes
GENERAL APPEARANCE
Bumper	Good
Cab or Canopy	Fair
Counterweight	Good
Crankcase Guard / Battery Box	Fair
Decals	Fair
Differential Supports	Good
Eng. Enclose Hood / Stack	Fair
Fenders	Fair
Front Frame	Good
Fuel Tank	Good
Grab Irons	Good
Guards / Screens	Good
Paint	Fair
Plastic	Good
Pre-Cleaner Bowl	Good
Radiator Grill & Shroud	Good
Rear Frame	Good
Sheet Metal	Fair
Steps / Ladder	Good
SAFETY ITEMS
Horn	Poor
ROPS	Good
Secondary Exit	Good
OPERATOR STATION
Current O&MM	Yes
Current Parts Manual	Yes
Current Safety Manual	Yes
ENGINE
Fuel Leaks	No
Knocking	No
Oil Leaks	No
Water in Oil	No
COOLING SYSTEM
Compression in Radiator	No
Oil in Anti-Freeze	No
ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM
Block Heater	Yes
Ether Aid	Yes
TRANSMISSION
Transmission - Noisy	No
STEERING
Articulate P & B	Good
Lines / Fittings - STEERING	Good
Pumps	Good
Steering Cylinder	Fair
Steering Linkage	Good
Steering Valves / Pumps	Good
Steering Wheel Tilt / Extend	Good
Valves	Good
BRAKE
Holds In Park	Yes
Leaks - BRAKE	No
HYDRAULICS
Bucket & Hoist Kickout	Good
Control Linkage	Good
Filter Condition (CUT)	Good
Hose Lines	Fair
Hoses & Tubes - HYDRAULICS	Fair
Lift Cylinders	Fair
Multi Purpose Cylinders	Good
Overall Operating Condition	Good
Pumps & Valves	Good
Tank	Good
Tilt Cylinder	Poor
BUCKET
Bucket Bottom	Fair
Bucket Floor	Fair
Bucket Linkage - BUCKET	Good
Bucket P & B	Fair
Bucket Sides	Fair
Cutting Edges	Fair
Loader Frame	Good
Loader Pins & Bushings	Fair
Segments	Fair
Teeth / Adapters	Fair
FINAL DRIVES
Leaks - FINAL DRIVES	No

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 980C is a heavy-duty wheel loader designed for material handling, earthmoving, quarry, and construction applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 980C features a large front-mounted bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel powertrain suited for loading trucks, stockpiling aggregate, and moving bulk materials. It is part of Caterpillar's 980 series and is commonly used in mining support, road building, and industrial site operations. The machine is known for its durable frame, hydraulic lift system, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. The Caterpillar 980C remains a recognized model in the used equipment market and heavy equipment reference listings.

Bucket
Breakout Force	58,880 lbs (26,708 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	5 cu yd (4 cu m)
Bucket Width	11 ft (3 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	11 ft (3 m)
Dimensions
Height - Top of Cab	13 ft (4 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	28 ft (9 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	4 ft (1 m)
Engine
Displacement	891 cu in (14,601 cu cm)
Engine Model	3,406
Net Power	270 hp (201 kw)
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 seconds
Lower Time	3 seconds
Raise Time	7 seconds
Operating Specifications
Fuel Capacity	106 gal (400 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	55 gal (208 l)
Static Tipping Weight	40,764 lbs (18,490 kg)
Tire Size	26.5-25 20 PR(L-4)
Transmission
Max Speed - Forward	15 mph (25 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	25 mph (40 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

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