# 1978 Caterpillar 980C for Sale in Las Vegas, Nv

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/wheel-loaders/980c/id/89455870>

## Listing details

- **Price:** Auction pricing
- **Listing ID:** 89455870
- **Year:** 1978
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 980C
- **Category:** Wheel Loaders
- **Hours:** 22903
- **Serial number:** 63X00554
- **Location:** Las Vegas, Nv
- **Auction starts:** 2026-11-24

## Description

Enclosed Cab, Manual Quick Coupler, 29.5-25 Tires

## Manufacturer specifications

### Bucket

- **Breakout Force:** 58880 lbs (26707.55 kg)
- **Bucket Capacity - Heaped:** 5.24 cu yd
- **Bucket Width:** 11.06 ft (3.37 m)
- **Dump Clearance At Max Raise:** 10.41 ft (3.17 m)

### Dimensions

- **Height:** 12.4167 ft (3.78 m)
- **Height To Top Of Cab:** 12.55 ft (3.83 m)
- **Length:** 28.25 ft (8.61 m)
- **Length With Bucket On Ground:** 28.28 ft (8.62 m)
- **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 4.32 ft (1.32 m)
- **Weight:** 60900 lbs (27623.81 kg)
- **Width:** 11 ft (3.35 m)

### Engine

- **Displacement:** 891 cu in (14600.91 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** 2236
- **Engine Model:** 3406
- **Net Power:** 270 hp (201.34 kw)

### Hydraulic System

- **Dump Time:** 2 sec
- **Lower Time:** 3.4 sec
- **Raise Time:** 7.3 sec

### Operational

- **Fuel Capacity:** 105.7 gal (400.07 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 55 gal (208.18 l)
- **Static Tipping Weight:** 40763.5 lbs (18490.04 kg)
- **Tire Size:** 26.5-25 20 PR(L-4)

### Transmission

- **Max Speed - Forward:** 15.3 mph (24.62 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 24.7 mph (39.75 kph)
- **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4
- **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 4

## About this model

The Caterpillar 980C is a large wheel loader designed for heavy-duty material handling, aggregate work, quarry operations, and general construction applications. Part of Caterpillar's 980 series, the 980C features a front-mounted loader bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel powertrain built for high production loading and transport cycles. It is commonly used for stockpiling, truck loading, and site material movement. The machine is known for its durable frame, serviceable components, and compatibility with a range of bucket and attachment options. The Caterpillar 980C remains a recognized model in the used wheel loader market for industrial and earthmoving operations.

## Photos

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