980 GC

Cat® medium wheel loaders are an essential tool for any construction, quarry, aggregate, industrial or waste jobsite. For more than 60 years, they've been built to withstand tough conditions and tasks like bank loading, material handling, truck loading, hopper feeding, and stockpiling. Medium wheel loaders are compatible with Caterpillar work tools like the Cat Performance Series Buckets. Together these can improve material retention, reduce dig times, and enhance fill factors. Additionally, advanced technologies such as Cat Payload, Cat Detect, and Cat Command drive to improve site safety, manage payload, and operate machines remotely in hazardous environments.

980 GC

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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 293 kW
ISO 9249:2007 (DIN)

398 hp (metric)
Engine Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 14396:2002

420 hp 313 kW
ISO 14396:2002 (DIN)

426 hp (metric)
Gross Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1995:2014

425 hp 317 kW
Engine Model

Cat C13A
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396:2002

1612 ft·lbf 2185 N·m
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014

1627 ft·lbf 2206 N·m
Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011

1539 ft·lbf 2086 N·m
Bore

5.12 in 130 mm
Stroke

6.18 in 157 mm
Displacement

763 in³ 12.5 l
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 415 L/min
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure

4090 psi 28200 kPa
Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function

66 gpm 250 L/min
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function

3000 psi 20680 kPa
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position

5.3 s 5.3 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Dump at Maximum Raise

1.7 s 1.7 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down

3.1 s 3.1 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time

10.1 s 10.1 s

Operating Specifications

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

42441 lb 19251 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection

45089 lb 20452 kg
Breakout Force

47660 lbf 212 kN
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) 426 l
DEF Tank

5.6 gal (US) 21 l
Cooling System

13.7 gal (US) 52 l
Crankcase

9.8 gal (US) 37 l
Transmission

20.3 gal (US) 77 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front

22.2 gal (US) 84 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear

22.2 gal (US) 84 l
Hydraulic Tank

40.4 gal (US) 153 l

Sound

Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008

74 dB(A) 74 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008

112 dB(A) 112 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹

74 dB(A) 74 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008²

109 dB(A) 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 6.6 km/h
Reverse - 1

4.7 mile/h 7.6 km/h
Forward - 2

7.9 mile/h 12.7 km/h
Reverse - 2

9 mile/h 14.5 km/h
Forward - 3

14 mile/h 22.5 km/h
Reverse - 3

16 mile/h 25.7 km/h
Forward - 4

24.7 mile/h 39.8 km/h
Reverse - 4

24.7 mile/h 39.8 km/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*

65610 lb 29760 kg
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.

Benefits

Proven Reliability

Cat C13A engine offers high power density with a combination of proven electronic, fuel, and air systems and meets emission standards.
High power density and fuel efficiency set our engines apart. Our engines feature Cat electronics, fuel injection, and air-management systems.
Thorough component choice, design, and machine validation processes result in excellent reliability and uptime.

Heighten Your Productivity

The proven Cat Z-bar linkage geometry with Performance Series Buckets offer excellent penetration into the pile and material retention, less dig time and high breakout forces. This results in low fuel consumption and maximum production capabilities.
Caterpillar designed, electronically controlled automatic powershift heavy-duty planetary transmission with manual downshift to 1st gear delivers efficiency, durability, and smooth gear changes.
The optional ride control system improves smoothness over rough terrain, increasing confidence and efficiency and ensuring excellent material retention.
Ground engaging tools (GET) to boost your performance, Advansys™ system features stronger adapters; tips with a new shape to better protect the adapter and an integrated retainer and new single bevel edge.
Increased traction in poor underfoot conditions with the optional limited slip differential (LSD). This traction aid is activated automatically, with no operator intervention required.
An optional Axle Oil Cooler (AOC) is available for high energy applications.

Experience Superior Fuel Efficiency

The Engine Idle Management System (EIMS) lowers idle RPM and fuel consumption, while the Engine Idle Shutdown feature turns off the engine after a preset duration.
Variable speed fan adjusts to meet the varying cooling requirements of the machine resulting in a reduced average fan speed and lowered fuel consumption, noise levels, and radiator plugging.
Load-sensing hydraulics produce flow and pressure for the implement system upon demand and only in amounts necessary to perform the needed work functions.

Intuitive, Comfortable Operator Environment

The spacious cab features easy, intuitive controls, simple user interface and clear visibility to the job site which provides a comfortable working environment for efficient operation.
A comfortable cloth covered suspension (mechanical) seat is standard, an optional air suspended high-back seat is available.
Pilot-operated hydraulic implement controls deliver comfortable, low-effort operation. Two single-axis levers or one joystick are available. Both arrangements are equipped with remote transmission kick-down switches (Tier 4 machines only).
Unmatched viewing area with a wide, flat, and distortion-free front windshield.
Glass stretches to the floor of the cab for excellent visibility to the bucket and front tires.
Sliding side windows on both sides allow natural ventilation and easy communication to ground staff.
The cab roof has channels which direct rain off the corners of the cab, keeping windows clear.
Air conditioning and heating systems are standard. Ten louvered vents allow the operator to direct the air flow to remain productive and efficient all shift long.
Optional windshield guard to protect glass from impacts.

Safety Features

Ladders are standard on both sides of the machine; the main cab access features a 15-degree angle to easily access the operator environment.
Steps are equipped with hand and/or guardrails to safely access the cab and maintenance points of the machine.
The main cab door opens to the front and provides wide access to the operator environment.
An optional front window cleaning platform is available for enhanced access to the windshield. Front and back wipers ensure that a clear view is maintained.
External rearview mirrors with integrated spot mirrors are standard.
A rear vision camera is standard to enhance visibility behind the machine. Optional reversing strobes are available for enhanced awareness on the jobsite visibility.

Reduce Your Maintenance Costs

One-piece tilting hood makes engine compartment access and serviceability fast and easy.
Daily maintenance is simplified with grouped service points and sight gauges.
Electrical service center, along with additional key serviceability features, helps make servicing and in-field component exchange quick, easy, and efficient.
A rear swing-up grill gives easy cleaning access to the swing-out cooling cores.
Hinged wheel guards are easy to remove/re-install providing wide access to all maintenance points and to the engine compartment.
Optional power train bottom guard protects the machine against damage to reduce downtime.
Optional Cat Autolube system provides an integrated lube system with monitoring function. One-button control, including fault flash function.
Caterpillar design and manufacturing techniques assure outstanding service life.

Cat Payload

On-the-go weighing* for precise load targets with proven accuracy, flexible installation, and easy calibration and setup.
Brings payload weighing to the cab so operators can work more productively and deliver consistently accurate loads.
Increases productivity, weighing while lifting with no interruptions in loading cycle.
Enhances safety by ensuring that trucks are not overloaded.
Improves efficiency with less rework; save time, labor, fuel, and costs.

*Not legal for trade

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