# Caterpillar 980M for Sale in Seoul, South Korea

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/wheel-loaders/980m/id/86071151>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $155,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 86071151
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 980M
- **Category:** Wheel Loaders
- **Hours:** 16100
- **Serial number:** KRS01885
- **Location:** Seoul, South Korea

## Description

Online Owner's Manual

## Manufacturer specifications

### Axles

- **Front:** Fixed
- **Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall:** 22.5 in (57.15 cm)
- **Rear:** Oscillating ?13 degrees

### Brakes

- **Brakes:** Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards

### Bucket Capacities

- **Bucket Range:** 4.2-12.2 m (5.25-16.0 yd)

### Buckets

- **Bucket Capacities:** 4.2-12.2 m3 (5.25-16.0 yd3)

### Cab

- **Rops/Fops:** ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards

### Dimensions

- **Ground Clearance:** 1.42 ft (0.43 m)
- **Height:** 12.8333 ft (3.91 m)
- **Height To Top Of Cab:** 10.25 ft (3.12 m)
- **Length:** 31.1667 ft (9.5 m)
- **Length With Bucket On Ground:** 26.17 ft (7.98 m)
- **Weight:** 66337 lbs (30084.81 kg)
- **Wheelbase:** 12.5 ft (3.81 m)
- **Width:** 10.75 ft (3.28 m)
- **Width Over Tires:** 10.83 ft (3.3 m)

### Dimensions - High Lift

- **Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight:** 8.17 ft (2.49 m)
- **Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch:** 6.25 ft (1.9 m)
- **Ground Clearance:** 1.42 ft (0.43 m)
- **Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe:** 12.33 ft (3.76 m)
- **Height - Top Of Hood:** 10.25 ft (3.12 m)
- **Height - Top Of Rops:** 12.58 ft (3.83 m)
- **Hinge Pin Height At Carry:** 2.25 ft (0.69 m)
- **Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift:** 15.58 ft (4.75 m)
- **Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift:** 13.08 ft (3.99 m)
- **Maximum Width Over Tires:** 10.83 ft (3.3 m)
- **Note:** All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.
- **Overall Length - Without Bucket:** 26.83 ft (8.18 m)
- **Rack Back - Carry Height:** 48 degrees
- **Rack Back - Maximum Lift:** 61 degrees
- **Rack Back At Ground:** 39 degrees
- **Tread Width:** 8 ft (2.44 m)
- **Wheel Base:** 12.5 ft (3.81 m)

### Dimensions - Standard Lift

- **Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight:** 8.17 ft (2.49 m)
- **Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch:** 6.25 ft (1.9 m)
- **Ground Clearance:** 1.42 ft (0.43 m)
- **Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe:** 12.33 ft (3.76 m)
- **Height - Top Of Hood:** 10.25 ft (3.12 m)
- **Height - Top Of Rops:** 12.58 ft (3.83 m)
- **Hinge Pin Height At Carry:** 2.08 ft (0.63 m)
- **Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift:** 14.83 ft (4.52 m)
- **Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift:** 12.42 ft (3.79 m)
- **Maximum Width Over Tires:** 10.83 ft (3.3 m)
- **Note:** All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.
- **Overall Length - Without Bucket:** 26.17 ft (7.98 m)
- **Rack Back - Carry Height:** 48 degrees
- **Rack Back - Maximum Lift:** 61 degrees
- **Rack Back At Ground:** 40 degrees
- **Tread Width:** 8 ft (2.44 m)
- **Wheel Base:** 12.5 ft (3.81 m)

### Engine

- **Engine Make:** 2236
- **Engine Model:** CAT C13 ACERT
- **Engine Model:** Cat? C13 ACERT?
- **Gross Power:** 417 hp (310.96 kw)
- **Max Torque:** 1617 lbs ft (2192.33 nm)
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249:** 386 hp (287.84 kw)
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric:** 392 hp (292.32 kw)
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 386 hp (287.84 kw)
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric:** 392 hp (292.32 kw)
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249:** 373 hp (278.15 kw)
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric:** 378 hp (281.88 kw)
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 373 hp (278.15 kw)
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric:** 378 hp (281.88 kw)
- **Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm:** 1505 lbs ft (2040.48 nm)
- **Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm:** 1515 lbs ft (2054.04 nm)
- **Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 14396:** 420 hp (313.2 kw)
- **Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric:** 426 hp (317.67 kw)
- **Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 425 hp (316.93 kw)
- **Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric:** 431 hp (321.4 kw)
- **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396:** 406 hp (302.76 kw)
- **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric:** 412 hp (307.23 kw)
- **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 412 hp (307.23 kw)
- **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric:** 417 hp (310.96 kw)
- **Net Power:** 378 hp (281.88 kw)
- **Net Power - Iso 9249:** 386 hp (287.84 kw)
- **Note:** The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes.
- **Number Of Cylinders:** 6
- **Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Iso 14396:** 1609 lbs ft (2181.48 nm)
- **Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 1627 lbs ft (2205.89 nm)
- **Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Iso 14396:** 1602 lbs ft (2171.99 nm)
- **Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 1617 lbs ft (2192.33 nm)
- **Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent: Maximum Power - Sae J1995:** 412 hp (307.23 kw)
- **U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final/Eu Stage Iv - Maximum Power - Sae J1995:** 425 hp (316.93 kw)

### Engine - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent

- **Bore:** 5.2 in (13.21 cm)
- **Displacement:** 763 cu in (12503.36 cu cm)
- **Emissions:** Cat engine with ACERT Technology ? meets Tier 2/Stage II, Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards.
- **Engine Model:** Cat C13 ACERT
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 373 hp (278.15 kw)
- **Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 1505 lbs ft (2040.48 nm)
- **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 417 hp (310.96 kw)
- **Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 1617 lbs ft (2192.33 nm)
- **Stroke:** 6.2 in (15.75 cm)

### Engine - Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent

- **Emissions:** Tier 3/Stage IIIA

### Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv

- **Bore:** 5.2 in (13.21 cm)
- **Displacement:** 763 cu in (12503.36 cu cm)
- **Emissions:** Cat engine with ACERT Technology ? meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards.
- **Engine Model:** Cat C13 ACERT
- **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 386 hp (287.84 kw)
- **Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 1515 lbs ft (2054.04 nm)
- **Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 425 hp (316.93 kw)
- **Note (1):** The power ratings apply at the stated speed when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standards.
- **Note (2):** The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner and aftertreatment.
- **Note (3):** The gross power advertised is with the fan at maximum speed.
- **Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 1627 lbs ft (2205.89 nm)
- **Stroke:** 6.2 in (15.75 cm)

### General Specifications

- **Bucket Capacity (since 2016):** 5.3 - 16.0
- **Bucket Capacity (since 2017):** 5.3 - 16.0 (4.1 - 12.2)
- **Bucket Capacity (since 2021):** 5.25 - 16 (4.0 - 12.2)
- **Engine Power (since 2016):** 386 hp (287.84 kw)
- **Engine Power (since 2017):** 386 (288)
- **Engine type (since 2016):** Cat C13 ACERT
- **Engine type (since 2020):** Cat C13
- **Max Dump Height (since 2016):** 4.8 ft (1.46 m)
- **Max Dump Height (since 2017):** 4.8 (1.5)
- **Max Dump Height (since 2019):** 10.8 (3.3)
- **Operating Weight (since 2016):** 66,337 lbs (30089.99 kg)
- **Operating Weight (since 2017):** 66,337 (30,090)
- **Tip Load (since 2021):** 49,897 22,633)
- **Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (since 2021):** 24.9 / 24.9 mph

### Hydraulic System

- **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Dump, At Maximum Raise:** 1.7 s
- **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Lower, Empty, Float Down:** 3.1 s
- **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Raise From Carry Position:** 5.3 s
- **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Total:** 10.1 s
- **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total:** 10.1 s
- **Implement Pump Type:** Variable Displacement Piston
- **Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure:** 4975 psi
- **Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,250 Rpm:** 119 gpm (450.42 lpm)
- **Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow:** 63 gpm (238.46 lpm)
- **Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure:** 3159 psi
- **Pump Flow Capacity:** 119 gpm (450.42 lpm)
- **Relief Valve Setting:** 4975 psi

### Operating Specifications

- **Breakout Force:** 50357 lbs (22841.58 kg)
- **Note:** Full compliance to ISO (2007) 143971 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
- **Note (1):** For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.?
- **Note (2):** Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6.
- **Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - No Tire Deflection:** 45847 lbs (20795.88 kg)
- **Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - With Tire Deflection:** 43133 lbs (19564.82 kg)

### Operational

- **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 12 gal (45.42 l)
- **Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 22 gal (83.27 l)
- **Fuel Capacity:** 112.5 gal (425.81 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 40 gal (151.4 l)
- **Operating Weight:** 66337 lbs (30089.99 kg)
- **Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 22 gal (83.27 l)
- **Transmission Fluid Capacity:** 20.3 gal (76.84 l)

### Service Refill Capacities

- **Cooling System:** 14 gal (52.99 l)
- **Crankcase:** 9.8 gal (37.09 l)
- **Def Tank:** 5.5 gal (20.82 l)
- **Differential - Final Drives - Front:** 22 gal (83.27 l)
- **Differential - Final Drives - Rear:** 22 gal (83.27 l)
- **Fuel Tank:** 112.5 gal (425.81 l)
- **Hydraulic Tank:** 40 gal (151.4 l)
- **Transmission:** 20.3 gal (76.84 l)

### Sound

- **Note:** \*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
- **Note (1):** \*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
- **Note (2):** \*\*For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the ?EU Directives.?
- **Note (3):** \*\*\*European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.?
- **With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (Iso 6395:2008)\*\*:** 109 LWA\*\*\*
- **With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (Iso 6396:2008)\*\*:** 72 dB(A)
- **With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (Iso 6395:2008):** 112 dB(A)
- **With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (Sae J88:2013):** 78 dB(A)\*
- **With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (Iso 6396:2008):** 75 dB(A)

### Sound - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent

- **Exterior Sound Power Level - Iso 6395:2008\*:** 112 dB(A)
- **Exterior Sound Pressure Level - Sae J88:2013\*\*:** 78 dB(A)
- **Note (1):** The sound values indicated are for specific operating conditions only. Machine and operator sound levels will vary at different engine and/or cooling fan speeds. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cabin that is not properly maintained, or when the doors and/or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
- **Note (2):** \*For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.
- **Note (3):** \*\*For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified. The measurement was conducted under the following conditions: distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.
- **Operator Sound Pressure Level - Iso 6396:2008:** 75 dB(A)

### Sound - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv

- **Exterior Sound Power Level - Iso 6395:2008\*:** 112 dB(A)
- **Exterior Sound Pressure Level - Sae J88:2013\*\*:** 78 dB(A)
- **Note (1):** The sound values indicated are for specific operating conditions only. Machine and operator sound levels will vary at different engine and/or cooling fan speeds. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cabin that is not properly maintained, or when the doors and/or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
- **Note (2):** \*For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.
- **Note (3):** \*\*For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified. The measurement was conducted under the following conditions: distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.
- **Operator Sound Pressure Level - Iso 6396:2008:** 72 dB(A)

### Transmission

- **Forward - 1:** 4.3 mph (6.92 kph)
- **Forward - 2:** 8.3 mph (13.36 kph)
- **Forward - 3:** 14.6 mph (23.5 kph)
- **Forward - 4:** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph)
- **Max Speed - Forward:** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph)
- **Note:** Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 933 mm (37 in) roll radius.
- **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4
- **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 4
- **Reverse - 1:** 4.8 mph (7.72 kph)
- **Reverse - 2:** 9.4 mph (15.13 kph)
- **Reverse - 3:** 16.7 mph (26.88 kph)
- **Reverse - 4:** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph)

### Weights

- **Note:** Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link?, open differential axles, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) GP bucket with BOCE.
- **Note (1):** For 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose buckets with BOCE.
- **Note (2):** Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
- **Operating Weight:** 66337 lbs (30089.99 kg)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 980M is a large wheel loader designed for material handling, aggregate, quarry, construction, and industrial loading applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series and is commonly used for truck loading, stockpile management, and general earthmoving support. The 980M features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic lift and tilt systems, and a heavy-duty frame built for high production cycles. It is available with multiple bucket and tire configurations to suit different site conditions. The machine is known for its operator cab, visibility, service access, and integration with Caterpillar monitoring and control systems for fleet management and maintenance planning.

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