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980 GC Wheel Loader

Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011

393 hp

Operating Weight*

65,610 lb

Bucket Capacities

4.3 - 5.8 m³ (5.75 - 7.5 yd³)

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SPECIFICATIONS

The Cat® 980 GC Wheel Loader is easy to own and operate. It offers low fuel consumption with an on-demand fan, load-sensing hydraulics, intuitive controls, and Performance Series Buckets. This machine is built to be just the right machine for a broad range of applications. Great machine performance combined with the low owning and operating costs makes the 980 GC the right choice for your business.

FULL SPECIFICATIONS

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning

The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas.
*If equipped with R134a (Global Warning Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.5 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2,145 metric tonnes (2,365 tons).
*If equipped with R1234yf (Global Warning Potential = 0.501) the system contains 1476 g of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 0.001 metric tonnes.

Buckets

Bucket Capacities

4.3 - 5.8 m³ (5.75 - 7.5 yd³)

Dimensions - Standard Lift

Rack Back at Ground

292

Engine

Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011

393 hp

ISO 9249:2007 (DIN)

398 hp (metric)

Engine Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 14396:2002

420 hp

ISO 14396:2002 (DIN)

426 hp (metric)

Gross Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1995:2014

425 hp

Engine Model

Cat C13A

Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396:2002

1,612 ft·lbf

Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014

1,627 ft·lbf

Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011

1,539 ft·lbf

Bore

5.12 in

Stroke

6.18 in

Displacement

763 in³

Note (1)

Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV, and Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) emission 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)

Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and biodiesel* fuels that reduce greenhouse gases on a lifecycle basis: • Up to B20 biodiesel (FAME) ** • Up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels

Hydraulic System

Implement Pump Type

Variable Displacement Piston, Load Sensing

Implement System – Maximum Flow @ 2,250 rpm

110 gal(US)/min

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure

4,090 psi

Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function

66 gpm

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function

3,000 psi

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position

5.3 s

Hydraulic Cycle Time – Dump at Maximum Raise

1.7 s

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down

3.1 s

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time

10.1 s

Operating Specifications

Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection

42,441 lb

Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection

45,089 lb

Breakout Force

47,660 lbf

Note (1)

* For a machine configuration as defined under "Weight".

Note (2)

* Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank

112.5 gal (US)

DEF Tank

5.6 gal (US)

Cooling System

13.7 gal (US)

Crankcase

9.8 gal (US)

Transmission

20.3 gal (US)

Differential - Final Drives - Front

22.2 gal (US)

Differential - Final Drives - Rear

22.2 gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank

40.4 gal (US)

Sound

Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008

74 dB(A)

Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008

112 dB(A)

Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹

74 dB(A)

Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008²

109 dB(A)

Note (1)

Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives

Note (2)

EU Noise Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701

Transmission

Forward - 1

4.1 mile/h

Reverse - 1

4.7 mile/h

Forward - 2

7.9 mile/h

Reverse - 2

9 mile/h

Forward - 3

14 mile/h

Reverse - 3

16 mile/h

Forward - 4

24.7 mile/h

Reverse - 4

24.7 mile/h

Note

Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 913 mm (36 in) roll radius.

Weights

Operating Weight*

65,610 lb

Note (1)

*Weight based on a machine configuration with standard ambient cooling, open differential axles, Maxam MS405 L4 tires, standard counterweight, full fluids, operator and 5.5 m³ (7.2 yd³) bucket with BOCE.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Air conditioning (HVAC) with 10 vents and filter unit located outside of cab
- Bucket/work tool function lockout
- Cab, pressurized and sound suppressed
- Camera, rearview
- Computerized monitoring system
- Mirrors, rearview external
- Pilot hydraulic controls, lift and tilt function; two (2) single axis levers or joystick
- 12V power port (10A)
- Radio ready
- ROPS/FOPS structure
- Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), mechanical suspension
- Steering column, adjustable angle
- Switch, transmission neutralizer (adjustable) lockout
- Window, sliding (left and right sides)
- Wipers/washers (front and rear)
POWER TRAIN
- Axles, Open/Open differentials
- Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc
- Cat C13A engine
- EIMS (Engine Idle Management System)
- AIS (Auto Idle Shutdown)
- Fan, radiator, electronically controlled, hydraulically driven, temperature sensing, on demand
- Filter, fuel primary/secondary
- Fuel priming pump (electric)
- Fuel/water separator
- Radiator, unit core (9 fpi) with ATAAC
- Torque converter
- Transmission, powershift (4F/4R), automatic (2-4) with kick-down 2-1 manual
LINKAGE
- Lift and bucket return-to-dig kickouts (electro-magnetic), mechanical adjustment
- Z-bar, cast tilt lever
HYDRAULICS
- Dedicated brake and fan pump
- Dedicated load sensing steering pump
- Load sensing implement system pilot operated
- S O S ℠ oil sampling valves
ELECTRICAL
- Alarm, back-up variable/main disconnect switch
- Alternator (115-amp, brush type)
- Batteries, maintenance free (2 x 1,400 CCA)
- Ignition key; start/stop
- Lighting system: 4 halogen work lights, cab mounted
- Lights: LED taillights
- Roading lights with high/low beam
  and F and R turn signals
- Starter, electric (heavy duty)
- Starting and charging system, 24V
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Hood, engine enclosure tilting
- Radial or bias ply tires
- Variable backup alarm (3dB above ambient noise)
- Product Link™ ready

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- CB radio ready
- Radio: DAB+/AM/FM/BT
- Seat, high-back, air suspended
- Seat, air suspended, heated
- Steering, secondary, electrical (standard where mandated)
POWER TRAIN
- Axles, limited slip differential(s)
- Axles, oil cooler
- Fan, reversing automatic and manual control
LINKAGE
- Quick coupler control
HYDRAULICS
- Ride control
- 3rd function with additional dedicated single axis lever
ELECTRICAL
- Lighting system: 8 halogen work lights, cab mounted
- Lighting system: 4 or 8 LED work lights, cab mounted
- Lights: warning beacon
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Autolube system
- Camera, front view
- Cat Payload
- Cold weather starting
- Fender rear extensions or roading
- Tires, choice of L3, L4 or L5
- Power train guard
- Precleaner, strata tubes with screen
- Reverse Stobes
- Tilt cylinder guard
- Toolbox
- Windshield guard