Specification sheet Wheel Loader Ref caterpillar-980k-wheel-loader
Caterpillar 980K
The Caterpillar 980K is a wheel loader with an operating weight of 66,489.21 lb (30,159 kg), a 369 hp engine, and a 5.5 yd³ (4.2 m³) bucket.
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
66,489.21lb
30,159kg
Engine power
369hp
275.2kW
Net Power Bucket capacity
5.5yd³
4.2m³
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · medium wheel loaders
Among 198 medium wheel loaders (45,000–90,000 lb), the Caterpillar 980K sits at the heavy end of its class:
- Operating weight 66,490 lb heavier than 86% (n=198)
- Engine power 369 hp more powerful than 96% (n=190)
- Bucket capacity 5.5 yd³ smaller-bucket than 56% (n=174)
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01 Engine Specification
| Number Of Cylinders | 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
| Engine Model | C15 ACERT | |
| Net Power | 369hp | 275.2kw |
| Gross Power | 355hp | 264kw |
| Power Measured @ | 1800rpm | |
| Max Torque | 1191lb ft | 1615Nm |
| Displacement | 762.8cu in | 12.6L |
| Bore | 5.1in | 129.6mm |
| Stroke | 6.2in | 157.5mm |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 | 369hp | 275.2kw |
| Engine Model | Cat? C13 ACERT? | |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric | 373hp | 278.2kw |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric | 373hp | 278.2kw |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1349 | 369hp | 275.2kw |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Iso 9249 | 369hp | 275.2kw |
| Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - Sae J1995 | 1541lb ft | 2089.4Nm |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 | 369hp | 275.2kw |
| Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1995 | 406hp | 302.8kw |
| Peak Net Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J1349 | 1445lb ft | 1959.2Nm |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 - Metric | 373hp | 278.2kw |
| Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric | 412hp | 307.3kw |
| Power - Iso 14396 | 402hp | 299.8kw |
| Maximum Gross Power - Iso 14396 | 402hp | 299.8kw |
| Maximum Gross Power - Iso 14396 (Metric) | 408hp | 304.3kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operating Weight | 66489.3lb | 30159kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 127gal | 479L |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 66gal | 250L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 10gal | 37.9L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 22gal | 83L |
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 16gal | 62L |
| Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 23gal | 87L |
| Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 23gal | 87L |
| Static Tipping Weight | 50201lb | 22767kg |
| Turning Radius | 26.1ft in | 7962mm |
| Operating Voltage | 24V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 80amps | |
| Rear Axle Oscillation | 26degrees | |
| Tire Size | 29.5-25 |
03 Transmission Specification
| Transmission Type | Powershift | |
|---|---|---|
| Number Of Forward Gears | 4 | |
| Number Of Reverse Gears | 4 | |
| Max Speed - Forward | 22.6mph | 36.3km/h |
| Max Speed - Reverse | 25.8mph | 41.5km/h |
| Standard Torque Converter - Forward 1 | 4.2mph | 6.8km/h |
| Standard Torque Converter - Forward 2 | 7.5mph | 12.1km/h |
| Standard Torque Converter - Forward 3 | 13.4mph | 21.6km/h |
| Standard Torque Converter - Forward 4 | 23.5mph | 37.9km/h |
| Standard Torque Converter - Reverse 1 | 4.8mph | 7.8km/h |
| Standard Torque Converter - Reverse 2 | 8.6mph | 13.9km/h |
| Standard Torque Converter - Reverse 3 | 15.2mph | 24.5km/h |
| Standard Torque Converter - Reverse 4 | 26.6mph | 42.9km/h |
| Lockup Torque Converter - Forward 1 | 4.3mph | 7km/h |
| Lockup Torque Converter - Forward 2 | 8.1mph | 13.1km/h |
| Lockup Torque Converter - Forward 3 | 14.3mph | 23.1km/h |
| Lockup Torque Converter - Forward 4 | 25.3mph | 40.8km/h |
| Lockup Torque Converter - Reverse 1 | 4.9mph | 7.9km/h |
| Lockup Torque Converter - Reverse 2 | 9.2mph | 14.9km/h |
| Lockup Torque Converter - Reverse 3 | 16.2mph | 26.1km/h |
| Lockup Torque Converter - Reverse 4 | 24.9mph | 40.1km/h |
04 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 68862lb | 31235.3kg |
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05 Tires Specification
| Note (1) | 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. | |
| Tires | Choices | |
| Choices (1) | 29.5R25 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 Radial | |
| Note (3) | In certain applications, the loader's productive capabilities might exceed the tires' tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities. |
06 Buckets Specification
| Bucket Capacities | 4.00 to 12.20 m3 (5.25 to 16.00 yd3) |
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07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Relief Valve Setting | 3000psi | 20700kPa |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow Capacity | 123gal/min | 464L/min |
| Raise Time | 6sec | |
| Dump Time | 2.1sec | |
| Lower Time | 3.4sec |
08 Axles Specification
| Front | Fixed | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear | Oscillating ?13 degrees |
09 Hydraulic System Specification
| Pump Type | Gear |
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10 Axles Specification
| Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall | 21.6in | 548.7mm |
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11 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 11.4 s | |
|---|---|---|
| Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure | 4496 psi | |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down | 3.3 s | |
| Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,200 Rpm | 121.5 gal/min | |
| Steering System - Pump Type | Piston | |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise From Carry Position | 6.4 s | |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, At Maximum Raise | 1.7 s | |
| Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow | 79.3 gal/min | |
| Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure | 3000 psi |
12 Brakes Specification
| Brakes | Meet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards |
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13 Operating Specifications Specification
| Breakout Force | 53548lb | 24289kg |
|---|---|---|
| Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Iso 14397-1* | 42464lb | 19261.4kg |
| Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Rigid Tires** | 45148lb | 20478.8kg |
14 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 16.6gal | 62.9L |
|---|---|---|
| Crankcase | 9.8gal | 37.1L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 44.9gal | 170L |
| Fuel Tank - Standard | 118.1gal | 447.1L |
| Transmission | 17.4gal | 65.9L |
| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 22.2gal | 84.1L |
| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 22.2gal | 84.1L |
15 Sound Specification
| Standards | Standards | |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure Level | 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 Level | The sound power level that is labeled on the machine is 109 LWA. |
16 Cab Specification
| Rops/Fops | Meets SAE and ISO standards |
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17 Bucket Dimensions
| Dump Clearance At Max Raise | 10.83ft in | 3305mm |
|---|---|---|
| Bucket Capacity - Heaped | 5.5yd3 | 4.2m3 |
| Bucket Capacity - Struck | 4.78yd3 | 3.66m3 |
| Bucket Width | 11.59ft in | 3533mm |
| Breakout Force | 61425lb | 273kN |
18 Dimensions Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 1.45ft in | 442mm |
|---|---|---|
| Length With Bucket On Ground | 31.08ft in | 9480mm |
| Width Over Tires | 10.58ft in | 3227mm |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 12.35ft in | 3765mm |
| Wheelbase | 12.17ft in | 3700mm |
| Hinge Pin - Max Height | 14.78ft in | 4505mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 5.08ft in | 1554mm |
Method. Figures are manufacturer reference specifications, not measurements. Every value is checked for unit consistency, physically possible magnitude, and plausibility for its equipment class before publication; figures that fail any check are withheld rather than shown, and figures reconstructed from related data are marked above. Imperial and metric figures are reproduced as published, except where a note states otherwise.