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Cat 980 Wheel loaders
Cat 980 Wheel loaders tech specs
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2006-2014
340 kw Gross power
35,500 kg Operating weight
8 cu m Bucket capacity
14,500 kg Lifting capacity
3,800 mm Max dump height
1,450 mm Max dump reach
The Cat 980 (2006–2014) in G and H trims is a large production loader built for quarries, load-out yards, and bulk material handling. Operating weights run 29.4–30.5 t, buckets hold 4.6–6.1 m³, and net power is about 250–274 kW (335–367 hp) from the Cat C15 ACERT. The G series delivers proven mechanical reliability with Tier 3 compliance, while the H adds improved fuel economy, load-sensing hydraulics, and upgraded cab comfort for long shifts.
Engine: Cat C15 ACERT, ~250–274 kW (335–367 hp)
Operating Weight: ~29,400–30,500 kg
Bucket Capacity: ~4.6–6.1 m³
Breakout Force: ~250–265 kN
Tipping Load (Straight): ~22,000–23,500 kg
Travel Speed: ~39–40 km/h
Hydraulics: Load-sensing with variable-displacement pumps (H more refined)
Fuel Tank: ~454 L
Cat 980 technical specifications
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Engine model
Engine model Cat C18 ACERT
Engine model Cat C18 ACERT
Operating weight
Operating weight 35,500 kg
Operating weight 37,200 kg
Bucket width
Bucket width 4,300 mm
Bucket width 4,300 mm
Bucket capacity
Bucket capacity 7.5 cu m
Bucket capacity 7.8 cu m
Lifting capacity
Lifting capacity 14,500 kg
Lifting capacity 15,200 kg
Max speed forward
Max speed forward 44 kph
Max speed forward 45 kph
Max dump height
Max dump height 3,800 mm
Max dump height 3,850 mm
Tipping load
Tipping load 29,000 kg
Tipping load 30,400 kg
Years
Years 2006-2014
Years 2006-2014
Market Average
Market Average AED 500,000
Market Average AED 500,000
Price
Price AED 200,000
Price AED 200,000
Gross power
Gross power 340.04 kw
Gross power 360.18 kw
Displacement
Displacement 18,100 cu cm
Displacement 18,100 cu cm
Max torque
Max torque 2,500 Nm
Max torque 2,650 Nm
Fuel cap
Fuel cap 757 liter
Fuel cap 757 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap
Hydraulic fluid cap 290 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 300 liter
Pump type
Pump type Piston pump
Pump type Piston pump
Pump flow cap
Pump flow cap 480 lpm
Pump flow cap 500 lpm
Relief valve pressure
Relief valve pressure 262 bar
Relief valve pressure 262 bar
Height - top of cab
Height - top of cab 4 m
Height - top of cab 4 m
Wheelbase
Wheelbase 3.9 m
Wheelbase 3.9 m
Breakout force
Breakout force 285 kN
Breakout force 300 kN
Max dump reach
Max dump reach 1,450 mm
Max dump reach 1,480 mm
Rack back angle
Rack back angle 45 º
Rack back angle 45 º
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Cat 980 expert review
Overview
Large production loader for quarry, stockpile, and load-out work. G is rugged and serviceable; H adds tech refinements for efficiency and comfort.
Pros High breakout and load capacity.
H has smoother hydraulics and better fuel use.
H has smoother hydraulics and better fuel use.
Cons G burns more fuel under heavy loads.
Large footprint reduces mobility.
Large footprint reduces mobility.
Performance & Efficiency
Handles heavy production well. H runs cooler and more efficiently with refined hydraulics and powertrain tuning.
In Comparison
Komatsu WA500-6 matches capacity with faster travel; Volvo L220F rides smoother but costs more upfront.
Verdict
G for remote-site toughness, H for efficiency and operator comfort.
Cat 980 owner rating
Cat 980 Wheel loaders [2006-2014]
2006-2014
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Cat 980 similar models
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Engine model
Engine model Cat C18 ACERT
Engine model Cat C13 ACERT
Engine model John Deere PowerTech PSS 6090
Operating weight
Operating weight 35,500 kg
Operating weight 25,500 kg
Operating weight 18,682 kg
Bucket width
Bucket width 4,300 mm
Bucket width 3,700 mm
Bucket width -
Bucket capacity
Bucket capacity 7.5 cu m
Bucket capacity 5.6 cu m
Bucket capacity 3.06 cu m
Lifting capacity
Lifting capacity 14,500 kg
Lifting capacity 10,500 kg
Lifting capacity -
Max speed forward
Max speed forward 44 kph
Max speed forward 40 kph
Max speed forward -
Max dump height
Max dump height 3,800 mm
Max dump height 3,450 mm
Max dump height 2,896 mm
Tipping load
Tipping load 29,000 kg
Tipping load 21,000 kg
Tipping load -
Tire size
Tire size -
Tire size -
Tire size 23.5 R25
Transmission type
Transmission type -
Transmission type -
Transmission type Powershift
Years
Years 2006-2014
Years 2014-2025
Years 2015-2019
Market Average
Market Average AED 500,000
Market Average AED 550,000
Market Average AED 850,000
Price
Price AED 200,000
Price AED 275,000
Price AED 690,000
Gross power
Gross power 340.04 kw
Gross power 224.46 kw
Gross power 173.01 kw
Displacement
Displacement 18,100 cu cm
Displacement 12,500 cu cm
Displacement 9,001.43 cu cm
Max torque
Max torque 2,500 Nm
Max torque 1,650 Nm
Max torque 1,062 Nm
Alternator supplied amperage
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage 130 Amh
Emissions
Emissions -
Emissions -
Emissions Tier 4
Torque rise
Torque rise -
Torque rise -
Torque rise 56 %
Fuel cap
Fuel cap 757 liter
Fuel cap 530 liter
Fuel cap 397.05 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap
Hydraulic fluid cap 290 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 195 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 105.22 liter
Transmission fluid cap
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap 23.09 liter
Front axle fluid capacity
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity 22.33 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity 22.33 liter
Pump type
Pump type Piston pump
Pump type Piston pump
Pump type Piston
Pump flow cap
Pump flow cap 480 lpm
Pump flow cap 320 lpm
Pump flow cap 297.12 lpm
Relief valve pressure
Relief valve pressure 262 bar
Relief valve pressure 248.21 bar
Relief valve pressure 250.97 bar
Height - top of cab
Height - top of cab 4 m
Height - top of cab 3.65 m
Height - top of cab 3.44 m
Wheelbase
Wheelbase 3.9 m
Wheelbase 3.4 m
Wheelbase 3.26 m
Transport length
Transport length -
Transport length -
Transport length 8 m
Turning radius
Turning radius -
Turning radius -
Turning radius 13.29 m
Transport width
Transport width -
Transport width -
Transport width 2 m
Breakout force
Breakout force 285 kN
Breakout force 195 kN
Breakout force 150.81 kN
Max dump reach
Max dump reach 1,450 mm
Max dump reach 1,280 mm
Max dump reach 1,615.44 mm
Rack back angle
Rack back angle 45 º
Rack back angle 45 º
Rack back angle -
Brake system
Brake system -
Brake system -
Brake system Wet Multi Disc - Transmission
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