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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.

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    Bore 5.12in
    Displacement 763in³
    Engine Model Cat C13A
    Engine Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 420hp
    Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 1612ft·lbf
    Gross Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 425hp
    Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 1627ft·lbf
    ISO 14396:2002 (DIN) 426 hp (metric)
    ISO 9249:2007 (DIN) 398 hp (metric)
    Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 393hp
    Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 1539ft·lbf
    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
    Stroke 6.18in
    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.
    Operating Weight* 65610lb
    Bucket Capacities 4.3 - 5.8 m³ (5.75 - 7.5 yd³)
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down 3.1s
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position 5.3s
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time 10.1s
    Hydraulic Cycle Time – Dump at Maximum Raise 1.7s
    Implement Pump Type Variable Displacement Piston, Load Sensing
    Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function 66gpm
    Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 4090psi
    Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function 3000psi
    Implement System – Maximum Flow @ 2,250 rpm 110gal(US)/min
    Breakout Force 47660lbf
    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.
    Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection 45089lb
    Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection 42441lb
    Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008 112dB(A)
    Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008² 109dB(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
    Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 74dB(A)
    Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹ 74dB(A)
    Forward - 1 4.1mile/h
    Forward - 2 7.9mile/h
    Forward - 3 14mile/h
    Forward - 4 24.7mile/h
    Note Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 913 mm (36 in) roll radius.
    Reverse - 1 4.7mile/h
    Reverse - 2 9mile/h
    Reverse - 3 16mile/h
    Reverse - 4 24.7mile/h
    Cooling System 13.7gal (US)
    Crankcase 9.8gal (US)
    DEF Tank 5.6gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Front 22.2gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Rear 22.2gal (US)
    Fuel Tank 112.5gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank 40.4gal (US)
    Transmission 20.3gal (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 Equipment:

    • 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

    Optional Equipment:

    • 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

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