Published dimensions and weight

Caterpillar 980K

The Caterpillar 980K is a 30.2 t-class wheel loader with a 369 hp engine.

01Published dimensions and weight

Dimensions reference

Measurement reference — not to scale

01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height

02Operating Weight66489.3 lb30159 kg

03Selected published values112

Published highlights

Dump Clearance At Max Raise: 10.83 ft / 3305 mm
Bucket Capacity - Heaped: 5.5 yd3 / 4.2 m3
Bucket Capacity - Struck: 4.78 yd3 / 3.66 m3
Bucket Width: 11.59 ft / 3533 mm

Typical use

Wheel loaders are commonly used to load, carry and stockpile loose material on prepared surfaces. Published rows for Caterpillar 980K include published bucket capacity of 5.5 yd3 / 4.2 m3, published breakout force of 61425 lb / 273 kN, published operating weight of 66489.3 lb / 30159 kg. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.

Buyer review notes

Compare the published “Dump Clearance At Max Raise” field (10.83 ft / 3305 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
Compare the published “Bucket Capacity - Heaped” field (5.5 yd3 / 4.2 m3) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
Compare the published “Bucket Capacity - Struck” field (4.78 yd3 / 3.66 m3) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.

02Specifications

Published values, clearly grouped.

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Bucket

Dump Clearance At Max Raise10.83 ft3305 mm

Bucket Capacity - Heaped5.5 yd34.2 m3

Bucket Capacity - Struck4.78 yd33.66 m3

Bucket Width11.59 ft3533 mm

Breakout Force61425 lb273 kN

Dimensions

Ground Clearance1.45 ft442 mm

Length With Bucket On Ground31.08 ft9480 mm

Width Over Tires10.58 ft3227 mm

Height To Top Of Cab12.35 ft3765 mm

Wheelbase12.17 ft3700 mm

Hinge Pin - Max Height14.78 ft4505 mm

Reach At Max Lift And Dump5.08 ft1554 mm

Engine

Number Of Cylinders66

Engine Make22362236

Engine ModelC15 ACERTC15 ACERT

Net Power369 hp275.2 kw

Gross Power355 hp264 kw

Power Measured @1800 rpm1800 rpm

Max Torque1191 lb ft1615 Nm

Displacement762.8 cu in12.6 L

Bore5.1 in129.6 mm

Stroke6.2 in157.5 mm

Net Power - Iso 9249369 hp275.2 kw

Maximum Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric373 hp278.2 kw

Maximum Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric373 hp278.2 kw

Maximum Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1349369 hp275.2 kw

Maximum Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Iso 9249369 hp275.2 kw

Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J19951541 lb ft2089.4 Nm

Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269369 hp275.2 kw

Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1995406 hp302.8 kw

Peak Net Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J13491445 lb ft1959.2 Nm

Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 - Metric373 hp278.2 kw

Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric412 hp307.3 kw

Power - Iso 14396402 hp299.8 kw

Maximum Gross Power - Iso 14396402 hp299.8 kw

Maximum Gross Power - Iso 14396 (Metric)408 hp304.3 kw

Operational

Operating Weight66489.3 lb30159 kg

Fuel Capacity127 gal479 L

Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity66 gal250 L

Engine Oil Fluid Capacity10 gal37.9 L

Cooling System Fluid Capacity22 gal83 L

Transmission Fluid Capacity16 gal62 L

Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity23 gal87 L

Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity23 gal87 L

Static Tipping Weight50201 lb22767 kg

Turning Radius26.1 ft7962 mm

Operating Voltage24 V24 V

Alternator Supplied Amperage80 amps80 amps

Rear Axle Oscillation26 degrees26 degrees

Tire Size29.5-2529.5-25

Transmission

Transmission TypePowershiftPowershift

Number Of Forward Gears44

Number Of Reverse Gears44

Max Speed - Forward22.6 mph36.3 km/h

Max Speed - Reverse25.8 mph41.5 km/h

Standard Torque Converter - Forward 14.2 mph6.8 km/h

Standard Torque Converter - Forward 27.5 mph12.1 km/h

Standard Torque Converter - Forward 313.4 mph21.6 km/h

Standard Torque Converter - Forward 423.5 mph37.9 km/h

Standard Torque Converter - Reverse 14.8 mph7.8 km/h

Standard Torque Converter - Reverse 28.6 mph13.9 km/h

Standard Torque Converter - Reverse 315.2 mph24.5 km/h

Standard Torque Converter - Reverse 426.6 mph42.9 km/h

Lockup Torque Converter - Forward 14.3 mph7 km/h

Lockup Torque Converter - Forward 28.1 mph13.1 km/h

Lockup Torque Converter - Forward 314.3 mph23.1 km/h

Lockup Torque Converter - Forward 425.3 mph40.8 km/h

Lockup Torque Converter - Reverse 14.9 mph7.9 km/h

Lockup Torque Converter - Reverse 29.2 mph14.9 km/h

Lockup Torque Converter - Reverse 316.2 mph26.1 km/h

Lockup Torque Converter - Reverse 424.9 mph40.1 km/h

Weights

Operating Weight68862 lb31235.3 kg

Tires

Note (1)Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.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.Other special tires are available on request.

TiresChoicesChoices

Choices (1)29.5R25 VMT BS L3 Radial; 29.5R25 XHA2 MX L3 Radial; 29.5R25 VSDL BS L5 Radial29.5R25 VMT BS L3 Radial; 29.5R25 XHA2 MX L3 Radial; 29.5R25 VSDL BS L5 Radial

Choices (2)29.5R25 XLDD2 MX L5 Radial; 29.5R25 X MINE D2 MX L5 Radial29.5R25 XLDD2 MX L5 Radial; 29.5R25 X MINE D2 MX L5 Radial

Note (3)In certain applications, the loader's productive capabilities might exceed the tires' tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities.In certain applications, the loader's productive capabilities might exceed the tires' tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities.

Buckets

Bucket Capacities4.00 to 12.20 m3 (5.25 to 16.00 yd3)4.00 to 12.20 m3 (5.25 to 16.00 yd3)

Hydraulic System

Relief Valve Setting3000 psi20700 kPa

Pump Flow Capacity123 gal/min464 L/min

Raise Time6 sec6 sec

Dump Time2.1 sec2.1 sec

Lower Time3.4 sec3.4 sec

Pump TypeGearGear

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total11.4 s11.4 s

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure4496 psi4496 psi

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down3.3 s3.3 s

Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,200 Rpm121.5 gal/min121.5 gal/min

Steering System - Pump TypePistonPiston

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise From Carry Position6.4 s6.4 s

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, At Maximum Raise1.7 s1.7 s

Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow79.3 gal/min79.3 gal/min

Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure3000 psi3000 psi

Axles

FrontFixedFixed

RearOscillating ?13 degreesOscillating ?13 degrees

Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall21.6 in548.7 mm

Brakes

BrakesMeet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standardsMeet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force53548 lb24289 kg

Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Iso 14397-1*42464 lb19261.4 kg

Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Rigid Tires**45148 lb20478.8 kg

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System16.6 gal62.9 L

Crankcase9.8 gal37.1 L

Hydraulic Tank44.9 gal170 L

Fuel Tank - Standard118.1 gal447.1 L

Transmission17.4 gal65.9 L

Differential - Final Drives - Front22.2 gal84.1 L

Differential - Final Drives - Rear22.2 gal84.1 L

Sound

StandardsStandardsStandards

Pressure LevelThe dynamic operator sound pressure level for a standard machine is 72 dB(A) with a cooling fan speed set at 70% of max value.The dynamic operator sound pressure level for a standard machine is 72 dB(A) with a cooling fan speed set at 70% of max value.

Power LevelThe sound power level that is labeled on the machine is 109 LWA.The sound power level that is labeled on the machine is 109 LWA.

Cab

Rops/FopsMeets SAE and ISO standardsMeets SAE and ISO standards

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