# 2016 Caterpillar 980M for Sale in Chehalis, Wa **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** Auction pricing - **Listing ID:** 89463427 - **Year:** 2016 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 980M - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Mileage:** 15,327 - **Serial number:** CAT0980MKKRS01113 - **Location:** Chehalis, Wa - **Auction starts:** 2026-10-29 ## Description Rear View Camera, Air Ride Seat, Joystick Steering, 2015 US EPA Label, Requires Diesel Exhaust Fluid, 136 in Bucket Pick up by appointment only, Closing Time: 2026-10-29 04:00:00 PM ## 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 (30089.99 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 - **1 Fork tine length (since 2016):** 72 in (182.88 cm) - **1 Fork tine length (since 2016):** 84 in (213.36 cm) - **1 Fork tine length (since 2016):** 96 in (243.84 cm) - **10 Overall height of fork at full lift (top of carriage to ground) (since 2016):** 229.4 in (582.68 cm) - **11 Clearance at full lift and maximum dump (since 2016):** 91.5 in (232.41 cm) - **11 Clearance at full lift and maximum dump (since 2016):** 81.7 in (207.52 cm) - **11 Clearance at full lift and maximum dump (since 2016):** 71.8 in (182.37 cm) - **12 Maximum discharge angle from horizontal (since 2016):** 55 deg - **13 Carriage width (since 2016):** 112.3 in (285.24 cm) - **14 Carriage height (since 2016):** 62.3 in (158.24 cm) - **15 Outside tine width (maximum spread) (since 2016):** 105.1 in (266.95 cm) - **16 Outside tine width (minimum spread) (since 2016):** 33.5 in (85.09 cm) - **1st (since 2015):** 6.9 4.3 - **1st (since 2017):** 7.8 4.8 - **2 Load center (since 2016):** 36 in (91.44 cm) - **2 Load center (since 2016):** 42 in (106.68 cm) - **2 Load center (since 2016):** 48 in (121.92 cm) - **2nd (since 2015):** 13.3 8.3 - **2nd (since 2017):** 15.2 9.4 - **3 Maximum overall length (since 2016):** 409.9 in (1041.15 cm) - **3 Maximum overall length (since 2016):** 421.9 in (1071.63 cm) - **3 Maximum overall length (since 2016):** 433.9 in (1102.11 cm) - **3rd (since 2015):** 23.5 14.6 - **3rd (since 2017):** 26.9 16.7 - **4 Reach with forks at ground level (since 2016):** 54.5 in (138.43 cm) - **4th (since 2015):** 40.0 24.9 - **4th (since 2016):** 39.5 24.5 - **4th Speeds Reverse (since 2017):** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph) - **5 Ground to top of tine at minimum height and fork level (since 2016):** -1.7 in (-4.32 cm) - **6 Reach with arms horizontal and forks level (since 2016):** 78.4 in (199.14 cm) - **7 Reach with fork at maximum height (since 2016):** 41.9 in (106.43 cm) - **8 Ground to top of tine with arms horizontal and fork level (since 2016):** 81.4 in (206.76 cm) - **9 Ground to top of tine at maximum height and fork level (since 2016):** 170.7 in (433.58 cm) - **A - Tine Length (since 2017):** 72 in (182.88 cm) - **A Height to top of exhaust pipe (since 2015):** 148 in (375.92 cm) - **B - Overall Width (since 2017):** 109 in (276.86 cm) - **B Height to top of engine compartment (since 2015):** 123 in (312.42 cm) - **Bore (since 2015):** 5.1 in (12.95 cm) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 46782 lbf (208 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 50466 lbf (224 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 53816 lbf (239 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 49926 lbf (222 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 4190 lbf (19 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 39467 lbf (175 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 51049 lbf (227 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 47384 lbf (210 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 47195 lbf (210 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 47618 lbf (211 kN) - **Breakout force (§) (since 2015):** 46676 lbf (207 kN) - **Bucket Capacity (since 2016):** 7 - 8 cu yd (5 - 6 cu m) - **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) - **Bucket Weight (since 2016):** 5,895 - 6,290 lbs (2,674 - 2,853 kg) - **Bucket Width (since 2016):** 134 in (340.36 cm) - **C Height to top of ROPS (since 2015):** 151 in (383.54 cm) - **Capacity - 110% (since 2015):** 7.77 cu yd (5.94 cu m) - **Capacity - 110% (since 2015):** 7.19 cu yd (5.5 cu m) - **Capacity - 110% (since 2015):** 11.80 cu yd (9.02 cu m) - **Capacity - 110% (since 2015):** 6.19 cu yd (4.73 cu m) - **Capacity - 110% (since 2015):** 6.33 cu yd (4.84 cu m) - **Capacity - 110% (since 2015):** 8.20 cu yd (6.27 cu m) - **Capacity - 110% (since 2015):** 8.63 cu yd (6.6 cu m) - **Capacity - rated (since 2015):** 7.06 cu yd (5.4 cu m) - **Capacity - rated (since 2015):** 6.54 cu yd (5 cu m) - **Capacity - rated (since 2015):** 10.73 cu yd (8.2 cu m) - **Capacity - rated (since 2015):** 5.62 cu yd (4.3 cu m) - **Capacity - rated (since 2015):** 5.75 cu yd (4.4 cu m) - **Capacity - rated (since 2015):** 7.46 cu yd (5.7 cu m) - **Capacity - rated (since 2015):** 7.85 cu yd (6 cu m) - **configuration: L3 Michelin XHA tires, air conditioning, ride control, power (since 2016):** mined by: - **D - Minimum Opening (since 2017):** 23 in (58.42 cm) - **D Hinge pin height at carry position (since 2015):** 25 in (63.5 cm) - **DEF Tank Capacity (since 2015):** 5.5 US gal (21 L) - **Digging depth (since 2015):** 4.0 in (10.16 cm) - **Digging depth (since 2015):** 2.6 in (6.6 cm) - **Digging depth (since 2015):** 4.2 in (10.67 cm) - **Digging depth (since 2015):** 2.8 in (7.11 cm) - **Digging depth (since 2015):** 4.1 in (10.41 cm) - **Dump clearance at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 128 in (325.12 cm) - **Dump clearance at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 122 in (309.88 cm) - **Dump clearance at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 8 in (20.32 cm) - **Dump clearance at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 114 in (289.56 cm) - **Dump clearance at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 126 in (320.04 cm) - **Dump clearance at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 125 in (317.5 cm) - **E - Maximum Clamp Opening (since 2017):** 116 in (294.64 cm) - **E Dump clearance at full lift and - 45° discharge angle (since 2015):** 129 in (327.66 cm) - **E Dump clearance at full lift and - F Hinge pin height at full lift (since 2015):** 179 in (454.66 cm) - **Emission Standards (since 2017):** Tier 4 Final - **Emission Standards (since 2017):** Tier 2 equivalent or Tier 3 equivalent - **Engine Displacement (since 2015):** 762.8 cu in (12500.08 cu cm) - **Engine Model (since 2015):** C13 ACERT - **Engine Power (since 2016):** 386 hp (287.84 kw) - **Engine type (since 2016):** Cat C13 ACERT - **Engine type (since 2020):** Cat C13 - **Fuel Tank Capacity (since 2015):** 116 US gal (441 L) - **Fuel Tank Capacity (since 2017):** 112.5 US gal (426 L) - **G Maximum overall height (since 2015):** 253 in (642.62 cm) - **Ground Clearance (since 2015):** 18 in (45.72 cm) - **Ground clearance (std. tires) (since 2015):** 18 in (45.72 cm) - **Group Number - Logging Arrangement (since 2017):** 384 - 7,540 - **Hydraulic Cycle Time, - Rated Load in Bucket - Dump (at Maximum Raise) (since 2017):** 1.7 sec - **Hydraulic Cycle Time, - Rated Load in Bucket - Lower (Empty, Float Down) (since 2017):** 3.1 sec - **Hydraulic Cycle Time, - Rated Load in Bucket - Raise (from Carry Position) (since 2017):** 5.3 sec - **Hydraulic Cycle Time, - Rated Load in Bucket - Total (since 2017):** 10.1 sec - **Hydraulic Tank Capacity (since 2015):** 48 US gal (180 L) - **J Machine center point to axle (since 2015):** 75 in (190.5 cm) - **K Wheel base (since 2015):** 150 in (381 cm) - **L Radius of tire (since 2015):** 35 in (88.9 cm) - **Loader clearance circle with bucket at carry position (since 2015):** 602 in (1529.08 cm) - **Loader clearance circle with bucket at carry position (since 2015):** 600 in (1524 cm) - **Loader clearance circle with bucket at carry position (since 2015):** 609 in (1546.86 cm) - **Loader clearance circle with bucket at carry position (since 2015):** 39 in (99.06 cm) - **Loader clearance circle with bucket at carry position (since 2015):** 615 in (1562.1 cm) - **Loader clearance circle with bucket at carry position (since 2015):** 610 in (1549.4 cm) - **M Maximum overall length (since 2015):** 374 in (949.96 cm) - **Machine and work tool availability varies by region. Contact your local Cat (since 2016):** dealer for product availability. - **Max Dump Height (since 2016):** 4.8 ft (1.46 m) - **Max Dump Height (since 2019):** 10.8 ft (3.29 m) - **Maximum Engine: Gross (since 2015):** 425 hp (316.93 kw) - **Maximum Engine: Gross (since 2017):** 412 hp (307.23 kw) - **Maximum Engine: Net (since 2015):** 386 hp (287.84 kw) - **Maximum Engine: Net (since 2017):** 373 hp (278.15 kw) - **Maximum Net Power Engine RPM (since 2015):** 1700 rpm - **Maximum Net Power Engine RPM (since 2017):** 1800 rpm - **N Reach at full lift (since 2015):** 59 in (149.86 cm) - **No. Cylinders (since 2015):** 6 - **O Maximum rollback at maximum lift (since 2015):** 61 deg - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 66318 lbs (30081.38 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 66236 lbs (30044.18 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 66623 lbs (30219.72 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 253 lbs (114.76 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 67612 lbs (30668.33 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 66984 lbs (30383.47 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 67469 lbs (30603.46 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 67634 lbs (30678.3 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 69042 lbs (31316.96 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 67931 lbs (30813.02 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 68143 lbs (30909.18 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2015):** 68207 lbs (30938.21 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2016):** 65260 lbs (29601.47 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2016):** 65450 lbs (29687.66 kg) - **Operating weight (since 2016):** 65694 lbs (29798.33 kg) - **Operating Weight (since 2016):** 66,337 lbs (30089.99 kg) - **Overall height with bucket at maximum lift (since 2015):** 253 in (642.62 cm) - **Overall height with bucket at maximum lift (since 2015):** 8 in (20.32 cm) - **Overall height with bucket at maximum lift (since 2015):** 258 in (655.32 cm) - **Overall height with bucket at maximum lift (since 2015):** 244 in (619.76 cm) - **Overall height with bucket at maximum lift (since 2015):** 246 in (624.84 cm) - **Overall height with bucket at maximum lift (since 2015):** 247 in (627.38 cm) - **Overall length (since 2015):** 374 in (949.96 cm) - **Overall length (since 2015):** 384 in (975.36 cm) - **Overall length (since 2015):** 7 in (17.78 cm) - **Overall length (since 2015):** 389 in (988.06 cm) - **Overall length (since 2015):** 387 in (982.98 cm) - **Overall length (since 2015):** 391 in (993.14 cm) - **Overall length (since 2015):** 380 in (965.2 cm) - **Overall length (since 2015):** 381 in (967.74 cm) - **P Maximum rollback at carry height (since 2015):** 48 deg - **Q Maximum rollback at ground (since 2015):** 40 deg - **Rated load (CEN EN 474-3 firm and level ground) (since 2016):** 16483 lbs (7476.57 kg) - **Rated load (CEN EN 474-3 firm and level ground) (since 2016):** 14807 lbs (6716.35 kg) - **Rated load (CEN EN 474-3 firm and level ground) (since 2016):** 13296 lbs (6030.97 kg) - **Rated load (CEN EN 474-3 rough terrain) (since 2016):** 15412 lbs (6990.77 kg) - **Rated load (CEN EN 474-3 rough terrain) (since 2016):** 14709 lbs (6671.9 kg) - **Rated load (CEN EN 474-3 rough terrain) (since 2016):** 13296 lbs (6030.97 kg) - **Rated load (SAE J1197) (since 2016):** 12844 lbs (5825.95 kg) - **Rated load (SAE J1197) (since 2016):** 12258 lbs (5560.14 kg) - **Rated load (SAE J1197) (since 2016):** 11671 lbs (5293.88 kg) - **Reach at level lift arm and bucket level (since 2015):** 116 in (294.64 cm) - **Reach at level lift arm and bucket level (since 2015):** 125 in (317.5 cm) - **Reach at level lift arm and bucket level (since 2015):** 6 in (15.24 cm) - **Reach at level lift arm and bucket level (since 2015):** 131 in (332.74 cm) - **Reach at level lift arm and bucket level (since 2015):** 129 in (327.66 cm) - **Reach at level lift arm and bucket level (since 2015):** 120 in (304.8 cm) - **Reach at level lift arm and bucket level (since 2015):** 121 in (307.34 cm) - **Reach at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 58 in (147.32 cm) - **Reach at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 63 in (160.02 cm) - **Reach at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 69 in (175.26 cm) - **Reach at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 60 in (152.4 cm) - **Reach at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 61 in (154.94 cm) - **Reach at maximum lift and 45° discharge (since 2015):** 56 in (142.24 cm) - **Specifications and ratings conform to the following standards: SAE J1197, SAE J732, CEN EN 474-3. Rated load is determined by considering % of machine stability, hydraulic (since 2016):** lift capacity, and hydraulic - **Specifications and ratings conform to the following standards: SAE J1197, SAE J732, CEN EN 474-3. Rated load is determined by considering % of machine stability, hydraulic (since 2016):** tilt capacity. Please contact - **Specifications and ratings conform to the following standards: SAE J1197, SAE J732, CEN EN 474-3. Rated load is determined by considering % of machine stability, hydraulic (since 2016):** your dealer to properly select - **Speeds Reverse - 1st (since 2015):** 4.8 mph (7.72 kph) - **Speeds Reverse - 2nd (since 2015):** 9.4 mph (15.13 kph) - **Speeds Reverse - 3rd (since 2015):** 16.7 mph (26.88 kph) - **Speeds Reverse - 4th Hydraulic Cycle Time, Rated Load in Bucket (since 2015):** 24.9 mph (40.07 kph) - **Speeds Reverse - 4th Hydraulic Cycle Time, Rated Load in Bucket (since 2016):** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph) - **Speeds Reverse - Dump (since 2015):** 1.7 - **Speeds Reverse - Dump (at Maximum Raise) (since 2017):** 1.7 - **Speeds Reverse - Lower (Empty, Float Down) (since 2015):** 3.1 - **Speeds Reverse - Raise (since 2015):** 5.3 - **Speeds Reverse - Raise (from Carry Position) (since 2017):** 5.3 - **Speeds Reverse - Total (since 2015):** 10.1 - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 43121 lbs (19559.38 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 43629 lbs (19789.81 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 42712 lbs (19373.86 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** -3008 lbs (-1364.41 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 40941 lbs (18570.55 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 44822 lbs (20330.94 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 43752 lbs (19845.6 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 43806 lbs (19870.09 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 43765 lbs (19851.49 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 45470 lbs (20624.87 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 45162 lbs (20485.16 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (ISO) (since 2015):** 44440 lbs (20157.67 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 47360 lbs (21482.16 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 45834 lbs (20789.98 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 46373 lbs (21034.47 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 45421 lbs (20602.64 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** -3410 lbs (-1546.75 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 43781 lbs (19858.75 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 47578 lbs (21581.04 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 46467 lbs (21077.1 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 46542 lbs (21111.12 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 46914 lbs (21279.86 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 48482 lbs (21991.09 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 48180 lbs (21854.11 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 45834 lbs (20789.98 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 46373 lbs (21034.47 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 45421 lbs (20602.64 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 43781 lbs (19858.75 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 47578 lbs (21581.04 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (rigid tire) (since 2017):** -3410 lbs (-1546.75 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 46467 lbs (21077.1 kg) - **Static tipping load, articulated (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 46542 lbs (21111.12 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 51677 lbs (23440.32 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 49897 lbs (22632.93 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 50466 lbs (22891.02 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 49488 lbs (22447.41 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** -4413 lbs (-2001.71 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 47639 lbs (21608.71 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 51803 lbs (23497.47 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 50664 lbs (22980.83 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 50766 lbs (23027.1 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 51088 lbs (23173.16 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 52835 lbs (23965.58 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (ISO) (since 2015):** 52515 lbs (23820.43 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 54901 lbs (24902.71 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 52946 lbs (24015.93 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 53551 lbs (24290.36 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 52533 lbs (23828.6 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** -4875 lbs (-2211.27 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 50811 lbs (23047.51 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 54907 lbs (24905.43 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 53722 lbs (24367.92 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 53848 lbs (24425.07 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 54550 lbs (24743.49 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 56161 lbs (25474.23 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (Rigid Tire) (since 2015):** 55847 lbs (25331.8 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 52946 lbs (24015.93 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 53551 lbs (24290.36 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 52533 lbs (23828.6 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 50811 lbs (23047.51 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 54907 lbs (24905.43 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (rigid tire) (since 2017):** -4875 lbs (-2211.27 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 53722 lbs (24367.92 kg) - **Static tipping load, straight (rigid tire) (since 2017):** 53848 lbs (24425.07 kg) - **Static tipping loads and operating weight are based on the following loader (since 2016):** The rated operating - **Static tipping loads and operating weight are based on the following loader (since 2016):** load for a loader equipped - **Static tipping loads and operating weight are based on the following loader (since 2016):** with a pallet fork is deter- - **Stroke (since 2015):** 6.2 in (15.75 cm) - **the machine configuration for handling target payloads in your specific (since 2016):** machine application. - **Tine capacity (since 2016):** 32540 lbs (14759.91 kg) - **Tine capacity (since 2016):** 27894 lbs (12652.52 kg) - **Tine capacity (since 2016):** 24394 lbs (11064.95 kg) - **Tine thickness (since 2016):** 3.5 in (8.89 cm) - **Tine width (single tine) (since 2016):** 7.9 in (20.07 cm) - **Tip Load (since 2021):** 49,897 22,633) - **Tipping load - forks level articulated (since 2016):** 25687 lbs (11651.44 kg) - **Tipping load - forks level articulated (since 2016):** 24515 lbs (11119.83 kg) - **Tipping load - forks level articulated (since 2016):** 23343 lbs (10588.22 kg) - **Tipping load - forks level straight (since 2016):** 29788 lbs (13511.63 kg) - **Tipping load - forks level straight (since 2016):** 28460 lbs (12909.25 kg) - **Tipping load - forks level straight (since 2016):** 27142 lbs (12311.42 kg) - **Tires used for measurements (since 2015):** L4 Michelin XLDD1 - **train guard, full fluids, fuel tank, coolant, lubricants, and operator. (since 2016):** · SAE J1197: 50% of · CEN EN 474-3: - **train guard, full fluids, fuel tank, coolant, lubricants, and operator. (since 2016):** full turn static tipping load 60% of full turn static tipping - **train guard, full fluids, fuel tank, coolant, lubricants, and operator. (since 2016):** or hydraulic limit. load on rough terrain or - **Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (since 2021):** 24.9 / 24.9 mph - **Tread Width (since 2015):** 96 in (243.84 cm) - **Tread width (std. tires) (since 2015):** 96 in (243.84 cm) - **Weight, Approximate (since 2017):** 8726 lbs (3958.05 kg) - **Width (since 2015):** 135 in (342.9 cm) - **Width (since 2015):** 139 in (353.06 cm) - **Width (since 2015):** 143 in (363.22 cm) - **Width (since 2015):** 137 in (347.98 cm) - **Width Over Tires (since 2015):** 129 in (327.66 cm) - **Width over tires (std. tires) (since 2015):** 129 in (327.66 cm) ### 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, and construction applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series and is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling material, and moving bulk aggregates. The 980M features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic lift and tilt systems, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. It is available with multiple bucket and tire options to match site requirements. The model is recognized for its use in demanding earthmoving and loading operations where productivity, durability, and serviceability are important. ## Photos ![2016 Caterpillar 980M](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23308/247/5fa30d1e-3b55-4c88-94e7-01117166c983-hr.jpg) ![2016 Caterpillar 980M photo 2](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23308/247/ab5d9f8e-cb7a-4c1c-a60b-c118dba8e8bc-hr.jpg) ![2016 Caterpillar 980M photo 3](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23308/247/6759864f-ea79-479e-8cf5-169b2590c6fb-hr.jpg) ![2016 Caterpillar 980M photo 4](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23308/247/cc411766-b990-4431-a627-a3c6b7c2fa7d-hr.jpg) ![2016 Caterpillar 980M photo 5](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23308/247/0eaba846-53d4-4358-b44a-f475323063d3-hr.jpg) ![2016 Caterpillar 980M photo 6](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23308/247/fcd9fa31-2b76-47e3-ad0b-5cb75ad90407-hr.jpg) ![2016 Caterpillar 980M photo 7](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23308/247/4d949bdb-23f5-4ac4-b57d-d4ba10ce2604-hr.jpg) ![2016 Caterpillar 980M photo 8](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23308/247/f569f3f8-2710-44f7-a098-3086523394f9-hr.jpg)