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2012 Caterpillar 980K RBLD For Sale in Richmond, VA

Name: 2012 Caterpillar 980K RBLD
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 87492470
Price: 440000 USD
Availability: InStock

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Machine Info:

Hours:	21794
Serial Number:	W7K00655
Machine Location:	RICHMOND, VA
More Information:	https://catused.com/cu/10200433

Description:

980K WHEEL LOADER, Air Conditioner, Auto Lube, Auto Shift, AXLES, OPEN/OPEN, ED, AOC RDY, Boom, GP, BUCKET-GP, 7.00 CYD, CLEAN EMISSIONS MODULE TR4INTRM, COLD START PACKAGE (120V), COOLING, HIGH AMBIENT, Counterweight, CUTTING EDGE, BOLT ON, Engine, Engine Enclosures, HYDRAULICS, 2V, LIFT, STANDARD, Lighting, Mirrors, Product Link, Protection 3 year, 5,000hr CPT , RADIO, AM/FM CD/MP3 PLAYER, RADIO, CB (READY), Rebuild Dealer Rebuild Certified Powertrain, REGIONAL PKG, NACD, Ride Control, ROPS, SEAT BELT, 3" WIDE, STEERING, JOYSTICK, TC, TD, RETARDER, TIRES 29.5R25 *XHA2 MX L3, 5PC, TRANSMISSION & DRIVE LINE, TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE LINE, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel, Weight Monitoring System

Machine Details:

GENERAL CONDITION
Machine Starts and is Operable	Yes
S.O.S. (All Compartments)	Yes
Tires are Aired Up and Drivable	Yes
VIDS/VIMS Download Available	Yes
GENERAL APPEARANCE
Cleaning Required	No
SAFETY ITEMS
Safety Decals In Place	Yes
Safety Decals Legible	Yes
OPERATOR STATION
Current O&MM	Yes
Current Safety Manual	Yes
Sound Proofing	Yes
ENGINE
Apparent Other Engine Damage	No
Blow By	No
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
Ether Aid	Yes
TRANSMISSION
Mag Screens Checked	Yes
Transmission - Noisy	No
STEERING
Articulate P & B	Good
Hand Metering Unit	Good
Lines / Fittings - STEERING	Good
Pumps	Good
Steering Cylinder	Good
Steering Linkage	Good
Steering Valves / Pumps	Good
Supplemental Steer	Good
Valves	Good
BRAKE
Holds In Park	Yes
Leaks - BRAKE	No
HYDRAULICS
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	No
ATTACHMENTS / WORK TOOLS
Angle Broom	No
Asphalt Cutter	No
Blade	No
Forks	No
Grapple	No
Hydraulic Sweeper	No
Lift Boom	Yes
Material Handling Arm	No
Vibratory Compactor Plate	No
BUCKET
High Lift	No
Standard Lift	Yes
FINAL DRIVES
Leaks - FINAL DRIVES	No

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 980K is a large wheel loader designed for material handling, aggregate, quarry, construction, and industrial loading applications. It is part of Caterpillar's 980 series and is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling, and moving bulk materials. The 980K features a diesel engine, articulated steering, and a front-mounted bucket for efficient loading and transport cycles. It is known for its heavy-duty frame, hydraulic lift system, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. The model is widely used in earthmoving and material handling fleets where productivity, durability, and serviceability are important.

Axles
Front	Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall	22 in (55 cm)
Rear	Oscillating ?13 degrees
Brakes
Brakes	Meet OSHA SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards
Bucket
Breakout Force	61,425 lbs (27,862 kg)
Bucket Capacities	5 - 16 cu yd (4 - 12 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	6 cu yd (4 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	5 cu yd (4 cu m)
Bucket Width	12 ft (4 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	11 ft (3 m)
Cab
ROPS/FOPS	Meets SAE and ISO standards
Dimensions
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12 ft (4 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	15 ft (5 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	31 ft (9 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	5 ft (2 m)
Wheelbase	12 ft (4 m)
Width Over Tires	11 ft (3 m)
Engine
Bore	5 in (13 cm)
Displacement	763 cu in (12,500 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C13 ACERT
Gross Power	355 hp (265 kw)
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396	402 hp (300 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269	369 hp (275 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269 - Metric	373 hp (278 kw)
Net Power	369 hp (275 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	369 hp (275 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	1,800 rpm
Stroke	6 in (16 cm)
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down	3 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position	6 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	11 seconds
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure	4,496 psi
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow	79 gpm (300 lpm)
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure	3,000 psi
Lower Time	3 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	123 gpm (466 lpm)
Pump Type	Gear
Raise Time	6 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	3,000 psi
Steering System - Pump Type	Piston
Operating Specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Breakout Force	53,548 lbs (24,289 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	22 gal (83 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	10 gal (38 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	23 gal (87 l)
Fuel Capacity	127 gal (481 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	66 gal (250 l)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	66,489 lbs (30,159 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation	26 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	23 gal (87 l)
Static Tipping Weight	50,201 lbs (22,771 kg)
Tire Size	29.5-25
Transmission Fluid Capacity	16 gal (61 l)
Turning Radius	26 ft (8 m)
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System	17 gal (63 l)
Crankcase	10 gal (37 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	22 gal (84 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	22 gal (84 l)
Fuel Tank - Standard	118 gal (447 l)
Hydraulic Tank	45 gal (170 l)
Transmission	17 gal (66 l)
Sound
Standards	Standards
Tires
Note (1)	Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
Note (2)	Other special tires are available on request.
Note (3)	In certain applications the loader's productive capabilities might exceed the tires' tonnes-km/h (ton-) capabilities.
Tires	Choices
Transmission
Max Speed - Forward	23 mph (36 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	26 mph (42 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	Powershift
Weights
Operating Weight	68,862 lbs (31,235 kg)

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2012 Caterpillar 980K RBLD For Sale in Richmond, VA

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