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2003 Caterpillar 980G For Sale in Atlanta, Ga

Name: 2003 Caterpillar 980G
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 88682007
Price: 1 USD
Availability: InStock

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Machine Info:

Serial Number:	CAT0980GJAXG00662
Machine Location:	ATLANTA, GA

Description:

Enclosed Cab, 138 in Bucket, 29.5R25 Tires, Equipment-from-Civil-LLC Closing Time: 2026-07-15 04:00:00 PM

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The Caterpillar 980G is a large wheel loader designed for heavy-duty material handling, loading, stockpiling, and quarry or aggregate work. Part of Caterpillar's 980 series, the 980G is known for its articulated frame, high-capacity bucket options, and diesel-powered drivetrain suited to demanding site conditions. It is commonly used in construction, mining support, and bulk material operations. Typical features include a front-mounted loader arm, operator cab, hydraulic lift and tilt functions, and four-wheel drive for traction on uneven terrain. The 980G remains a recognized model in the used equipment market for its size, durability, and serviceability.

Axles
Front	Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall	22 in (55 cm)
Rear	Trunnion
Bucket
Breakout Force	47,277 lbs (21,445 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	6 cu yd (4 cu m)
Bucket Width	11 ft (3 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	11 ft (3 m)
Maximum Bucket Capacity	8 cu yd (6 cu m)
Dimensions
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12 ft (4 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	31 ft (9 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	5 ft (2 m)
Width Over Tires	11 ft (3 m)
Engine
Displacement	891 cu in (14,601 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat 3406C DITA
Flywheel Power	300 hp (224 kw)
Gross Power	300 hp (224 kw)
Maximum Flywheel Power	300 hp (224 kw)
Net Power	323 hp (241 kw)
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down	3 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise	7 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	12 seconds
Lower Time	3 seconds
Raise Time	6 seconds
Operating Specifications
Breakout Force	47,277 lbs (21,445 kg)
Dump Clearance	11 ft (3 m)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	10 gal (38 l)
Fuel Capacity	124 gal (470 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	55 gal (208 l)
Operating Weight	65,638 lbs (29,773 kg)
Static Tipping Load - Full Turn	40,005 lbs (18,146 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	44,767 lbs (20,306 kg)
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System	21 gal (79 l)
Crankcase	10 gal (38 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	23 gal (87 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	21 gal (81 l)
Fuel Tank - Standard	124 gal (469 l)
Hydraulic Tank	33 gal (125 l)
Transmission	16 gal (62 l)
Transmission
Forward - 1	4 mph (7 kph)
Forward - 2	8 mph (12 kph)
Forward - 3	14 mph (22 kph)
Forward - 4	23 mph (38 kph)
Max Speed - Forward	23 mph (38 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	27 mph (43 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Reverse - 1	5 mph (8 kph)
Reverse - 2	9 mph (14 kph)
Reverse - 3	15 mph (25 kph)
Reverse - 4	27 mph (43 kph)
Travel Speed	23 mph (37 kph)
Weights
Operating Weight	65,078 lbs (29,519 kg)

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