Overview
The Caterpillar 980M is a wheel loader listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 378 hp, operating weight of 66,337 lb, fuel capacity of 112.5 gal and hydraulic capacity of 40.0 gal. This model can be reviewed for loading, stockpile work, material handling, yard operations, and fleet comparison workflows. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 980M against similar wheel loader models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
66,337
lb
Net Power
378
hp
Gross Power
390
hp
Full Specifications
110 specs
Dimensions
Breakout Force
50,357 lb / 22,842 kg
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight
8.17 in / 208 mm
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch
6.25 in / 159 mm
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
Height to Top of Cab
10.25 ft / 3.12 m
Hinge Pin Height At Carry
2.25 ft / 0.69 m
Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift
15.58 ft / 4.75 m
Length With Bucket On Ground
26.17 ft / 7.98 m
Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift
13.08 ft / 3.99 m
Maximum Width Over Tires
10.83 ft / 3.30 m
Overall Length - Without Bucket
26.83 ft / 8.18 m
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
61
Rack Back At Ground
39
Tread Width
8 ft / 2.44 m
Wheel Base
12.50 in / 318 mm
Wheelbase
12.50 ft / 3.81 m
Width Over Tires
10.83 ft / 3.30 m
Engine
Bore
5.20 in / 132 mm
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
12 gal / 45.4 L
Def Tank
5.50 gal / 20.8 L
Displacement
763 cu in / 12.5 L
Emissions
Tier 3/Stage IIIA
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
CAT C13 ACERT
Forward - 1
4.30 mph / 6.9 km/h
Forward - 2
8.30 mph / 13.4 km/h
Forward - 3
14.60 mph / 23.5 km/h
Forward - 4
24.50 mph / 39.4 km/h
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
22 gal / 83.3 L
Fuel Capacity
112.50 gal / 425.9 L
Fuel Tank
112.50 gal / 425.9 L
Gross Power
417 hp / 311.0 kW
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
40 gal / 151.4 L
Hydraulic Tank
40 gal / 151.4 L
Max Speed - Forward
24.50 mph / 39.4 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse
24.50 mph / 39.4 km/h
Max Torque
1,617 lb-ft / 2,192 Nm
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249
386 hp / 287.8 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric
392 hp / 292.3 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349
386 hp / 287.8 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric
392 hp / 292.3 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249
373 hp / 278.1 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric
378 hp / 281.9 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349
373 hp / 278.1 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric
378 hp / 281.9 kW
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm
1,505 lb-ft / 2,041 Nm
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm
1,515 lb-ft / 2,054 Nm
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 14396
420
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric
426
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995
425
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric
431
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396
406
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric
412
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995
412
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric
417
Net Power
378 hp / 281.9 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
386 hp / 287.8 kW
Note (3)
2,000
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Forward Gears
4
Number of Reverse Gears
4
Operating Weight
66,337 lb / 30,090 kg
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Iso 14396
1,609 lb-ft / 2,182 Nm
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J1995
1,627 lb-ft / 2,206 Nm
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Iso 14396
1,602 lb-ft / 2,172 Nm
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J1995
1,617 lb-ft / 2,192 Nm
Rear
Oscillating ?13 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
22 gal / 83.3 L
Reverse - 1
4.80 mph / 7.7 km/h
Reverse - 2
9.40 mph / 15.1 km/h
Reverse - 3
16.70 mph / 26.9 km/h
Reverse - 4
24.50 mph / 39.4 km/h
Stroke
6.20 in / 157 mm
Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent: Maximum Power - Sae J1995
412
Transmission Fluid Capacity
20.30 gal / 76.8 L
U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final/Eu Stage Iv - Maximum Power - Sae J1995
425
cu in
1
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
10.10
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
4,975 psi / 343.0 bar
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,250 Rpm
119 gal/min / 450.5 L/min
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow
63 gal/min / 238.5 L/min
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure
3,159 psi / 217.8 bar
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall
22.50
Note
29.50
Note (2)
143,971
Pump Flow Capacity
119 gal/min / 450.5 L/min
Relief Valve Setting
4,975 psi / 343.0 bar
Other
Note
2,007
Rops/Fops
3,471
Sound
1
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - No Tire Deflection
45,847 in / 1,164,514 mm
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - With Tire Deflection
43,133 in / 1,095,578 mm
4.2-12.2 m (5.25-16.0 yd)
3
Brakes
Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards
Cooling System
14 gal / 53.0 L
Crankcase
9.80 gal / 37.1 L
Differential - Final Drives - Front
22
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
22
Engine Model
Cat C13 ACERT
Exterior Sound Power Level - Iso 6395:2008*
112
Gross Power
390 hp / 290.8 kW
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm - Sae J1349
1,505 lb-ft / 2,041 Nm
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm - Sae J1349
1,515 lb-ft / 2,054 Nm
Sound - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent
6,396
Sound - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv
1
Tier 3/Stage IIIA
4
Transmission
20.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 980M? +
The Caterpillar 980M has an operating weight of 66,337 lb (30,090 kg). This places it in a class suited for wheel loader applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar 980M engine? +
The Caterpillar 980M produces 417 hp (311.0 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Wheel Loader work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar 980M compare to similar Wheel Loader models? +
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