- Ground Clearance: 1.42 ft / 432.82 mm
- Length With Bucket On Ground: 26.17 ft / 7976.62 mm
- Width Over Tires: 10.83 ft / 3300.99 mm
- Height To Top Of Cab: 10.25 ft / 3124.2 mm
Published dimensions and weight
Caterpillar 980M
The Caterpillar 980M pairs the CAT C13 ACERT engine (378 hp) with an operating weight near 30.1 t.
01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Measurement reference — not to scale
01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Operating Weight66337 lb30090 kg
03Selected published values171
Wheel loaders are commonly used to load, carry and stockpile loose material on prepared surfaces. Published rows for Caterpillar 980M include published breakout force of 50357 lb / 22841.6 kg, published operating weight of 66337 lb / 30090 kg, published engine power of 417 hp / 311 kw. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.
- Compare the published “Ground Clearance” field (1.42 ft / 432.82 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
- Compare the published “Length With Bucket On Ground” field (26.17 ft / 7976.62 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
- Compare the published “Width Over Tires” field (10.83 ft / 3300.99 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
02Specifications
Published values, clearly grouped.
Published specifications and measurements are organized by section for quick reference.
Dimensions
Ground Clearance1.42 ft432.82 mm
Length With Bucket On Ground26.17 ft7976.62 mm
Width Over Tires10.83 ft3300.99 mm
Height To Top Of Cab10.25 ft3124.2 mm
Wheelbase12.5 ft3810 mm
Dimensions - High Lift
Ground Clearance1.42 ft0.44 m
Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift15.58 ft4.75 m
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight8.17 ft2.5 m
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch6.25 ft1.91 m
Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe12.33 ft3.76 m
Height - Top Of Hood10.25 ft3.13 m
Height - Top Of Rops12.58 ft3.84 m
Hinge Pin Height At Carry2.25 ft0.69 m
NoteAll dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.
Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift13.08 ft3.99 m
Maximum Width Over Tires10.83 ft3.31 m
Overall Length - Without Bucket26.83 ft8.18 m
Rack Back - Carry Height48 degrees48 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift61 degrees61 degrees
Rack Back At Ground39 degrees39 degrees
Tread Width8 ft2.44 m
Wheel Base12.5 ft3.81 m
Dimensions - Standard Lift
Ground Clearance1.42 ft0.44 m
Maximum Width Over Tires10.83 ft3.31 m
NoteAll dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires.
Overall Length - Without Bucket26.17 ft7.98 m
Tread Width8 ft2.44 m
Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe12.33 ft3.76 m
Height - Top Of Hood10.25 ft3.13 m
Rack Back - Carry Height48 degrees48 degrees
Height - Top Of Rops12.58 ft3.84 m
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight8.17 ft2.5 m
Hinge Pin Height At Carry2.08 ft0.64 m
Rack Back - Maximum Lift61 degrees61 degrees
Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift14.83 ft4.53 m
Wheel Base12.5 ft3.81 m
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch6.25 ft1.91 m
Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift12.42 ft3.79 m
Rack Back At Ground40 degrees40 degrees
Engine
Number Of Cylinders66
Engine Make22362236
Engine ModelCAT C13 ACERTCAT C13 ACERT
Net Power378 hp281.9 kw
Gross Power417 hp311 kw
Max Torque1617 lb ft2192.4 Nm
Net Power - Iso 9249386 hp287.9 kw
NoteThe 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.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.
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J19951627 lb ft2206 Nm
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Iso 143961609 lb ft2181.6 Nm
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249386 hp287.9 kw
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm1515 lb ft2054.1 Nm
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 14396420 hp313.2 kw
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric426 hp317.7 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric392 hp292.4 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349386 hp287.9 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric392 hp292.4 kw
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995425 hp317 kw
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric431 hp321.4 kw
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm1505 lb ft2040.6 Nm
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396406 hp302.8 kw
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric412 hp307.3 kw
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995412 hp307.3 kw
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric417 hp311 kw
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J19951617 lb ft2192.4 Nm
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249373 hp278.2 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349373 hp278.2 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric378 hp281.9 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric378 hp281.9 kw
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Iso 143961602 lb ft2172.1 Nm
U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final/Eu Stage Iv - Maximum Power - Sae J1995425 hp317 kw
Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent: Maximum Power - Sae J1995412 hp307.3 kw
Operational
Operating Weight66337 lb30090 kg
Fuel Capacity112.5 gal425.9 L
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity40 gal151.5 L
Cooling System Fluid Capacity12 gal45.5 L
Transmission Fluid Capacity20.3 gal76.9 L
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity22 gal83.3 L
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity22 gal83.3 L
Transmission
Number Of Forward Gears44
Number Of Reverse Gears44
Max Speed - Forward24.5 mph39.5 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse24.5 mph39.5 km/h
Forward - 14.3 mph7 km/h
Forward - 28.3 mph13.4 km/h
Forward - 314.6 mph23.5 km/h
Forward - 424.5 mph39.5 km/h
NoteMaximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 933 mm (37 in) roll radius.Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 933 mm (37 in) roll radius.
Reverse - 14.8 mph7.8 km/h
Reverse - 29.4 mph15.2 km/h
Reverse - 316.7 mph26.9 km/h
Reverse - 424.5 mph39.5 km/h
Weights
Operating Weight66337 lb30090 kg
NoteWeight 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.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.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.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.
Buckets
Bucket Capacities4.2-12.2 m3 (5.25-16.0 yd3)4.2-12.2 m3 (5.25-16.0 yd3)
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting4975 psi34301.4 kPa
Pump Flow Capacity119 gal/min450.5 L/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total10.1 s10.1 s
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure4975 psi4975 psi
Implement Pump TypeVariable Displacement PistonVariable Displacement Piston
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,250 Rpm119 gal/min119 gal/min
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow63 gal/min63 gal/min
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure3159 psi3159 psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Raise From Carry Position5.3 s5.3 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Dump, At Maximum Raise1.7 s1.7 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Lower, Empty, Float Down3.1 s3.1 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Total10.1 s10.1 s
Axles
FrontFixedFixed
RearOscillating ?13 degreesOscillating ?13 degrees
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall22.5 in570 mm
Brakes
BrakesBrakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standardsBrakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards
Operating Specifications
Note (1)For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.?For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.?
Note (2)Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6.Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6.
NoteFull compliance to ISO (2007) 143971 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.Full compliance to ISO (2007) 143971 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Breakout Force50357 lb22841.6 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - With Tire Deflection43133 lb19564.9 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - No Tire Deflection45847 lb20795.9 kg
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System14 gal53 L
Fuel Tank112.5 gal425.9 L
Crankcase9.8 gal37.1 L
Def Tank5.5 gal20.9 L
Hydraulic Tank40 gal151.5 L
Transmission20.3 gal76.9 L
Differential - Final Drives - Front22 gal83.3 L
Differential - Final Drives - Rear22 gal83.3 L
Sound
Note (1)*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.*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.?**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.?***European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.?
Note*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (Iso 6396:2008)75 dB(A)75 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (Iso 6395:2008)112 dB(A)112 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (Sae J88:2013)78 dB(A)*78 dB(A)*
With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (Iso 6396:2008)**72 dB(A)72 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (Iso 6395:2008)**109 LWA***109 LWA***
Cab
Rops/FopsROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standardsROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Bucket Capacities
Bucket Range4.2-12.2 m (5.25-16.0 yd)4.2-12.2 m (5.25-16.0 yd)
Engine - Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent
EmissionsTier 3/Stage IIIATier 3/Stage IIIA
Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv
EmissionsCat engine with ACERT Technology ? meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards.Cat engine with ACERT Technology ? meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards.
Engine ModelCat C13 ACERTCat C13 ACERT
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349386 hp287.9 kw
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J19951627 lb ft2206 Nm
Bore5.2 in130.1 mm
Stroke6.2 in157 mm
Displacement763 cu in12.6 L
Note (1)The power ratings apply at the stated speed when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standards.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.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.The gross power advertised is with the fan at maximum speed.
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm - Sae J13491515 lb ft2054.1 Nm
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1995425 hp317 kw
Engine - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent
Engine ModelCat C13 ACERTCat C13 ACERT
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995417 hp311 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349373 hp278.2 kw
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J19951617 lb ft2192.4 Nm
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm - Sae J13491505 lb ft2040.6 Nm
Bore5.2 in130.1 mm
Stroke6.2 in157 mm
Displacement763 cu in12.6 L
EmissionsCat engine with ACERT Technology ? meets Tier 2/Stage II, Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards.Cat engine with ACERT Technology ? meets Tier 2/Stage II, Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards.
Sound - Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent
Operator Sound Pressure Level - Iso 6396:200875 dB(A)75 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - Iso 6395:2008*112 dB(A)112 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Pressure Level - Sae J88:2013**78 dB(A)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.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.*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.**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.
Sound - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv
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.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.
Operator Sound Pressure Level - Iso 6396:200872 dB(A)72 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - Iso 6395:2008*112 dB(A)112 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Pressure Level - Sae J88:2013**78 dB(A)78 dB(A)
Note (2)*For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value.*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.**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.
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