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980 GC Wheel Loader

980 GC

Wheel Loader

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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.

Key Specs
Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 393 hp
Operating Weight* 65610 lb
Bucket Capacities 4.3 – 5.8 m³ (5.75 – 7.5 yd³)
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Product Specifications for 980 GC

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 1612 ft·lbf
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 1627 ft·lbf
Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 1539 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
Operating Weight* 65610 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.
Bucket Capacities 4.3 – 5.8 m³ (5.75 – 7.5 yd³)
Implement Pump Type Variable Displacement Piston, Load Sensing
Implement System – Maximum Flow @ 2,250 rpm 110 gal(US)/min
Implement System – Maximum Operating Pressure 4090 psi
Implement System – Maximum Flow 3rd Function 66 gpm
Implement System – Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function 3000 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
Static Tipping Load – Full 40° Turn – With Tire Deflection 42441 lb
Static Tipping Load – Full 40° Turn – No Tire Deflection 45089 lb
Breakout Force 47660 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.
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
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.
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)
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 con
Rack Back at Ground 292
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
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)
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
Lift and bucket return-to-dig kickouts (electro-magnetic), mechanical adjustment
Z-bar, cast tilt lever
Dedicated brake and fan pump
Dedicated load sensing steering pump
Load sensing implement system pilot operated
S O S ℠ oil sampling valves
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
Hood, engine enclosure tilting
Radial or bias ply tires
Variable backup alarm (3dB above ambient noise)
Product Link™ ready
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
CB radio ready
Radio: DAB+/AM/FM/BT
Seat, high-back, air suspended
Seat, air suspended, heated
Steering, secondary, electrical (standard where mandated)
Axles, limited slip differential(s)
Axles, oil cooler
Fan, reversing automatic and manual control
Quick coupler control
Ride control
3rd function with additional dedicated single axis lever
Lighting system: 8 halogen work lights, cab mounted
Lighting system: 4 or 8 LED work lights, cab mounted
Lights: warning beacon
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