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980 GC

Medium Wheel Loaders

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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Net Power @ 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 282 kW
ISO 9249:2007 (DIN) 383 hp (metric)
Engine Power @ 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 303 kW
ISO 14396:2002 (DIN) 412 hp (metric)
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OVERVIEW

SIMPLE TO OPERATE AND BUILT TO LAST

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Proven Reliability

    Cat C13A engine offers high power density with a combination of proven electronic, fuel, and air systems and meets emission standards.  &nbs... Read more

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... Read more

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... Read more

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 worki... Read more

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.&nbsp... Read more

Reduce Your Maintenance Costs

    One-piece tilting hood makes engine compartment access and serviceability fast and easy.     Daily maintenance is simplified... Read more

Cat Payload

    On-the-go weighing* for precise load targets with proven accuracy, flexible installation, and easy calibration and setup.    ... Read more

SPECIFICATIONS FOR 980 GC

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Engine
Net Power @ 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 282 kW
ISO 9249:2007 (DIN) 383 hp (metric)
Engine Power @ 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 303 kW
ISO 14396:2002 (DIN) 412 hp (metric)
Gross Power @ 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995:2014 307 kW
Engine Model Cat C13A
Engine Torque @ 1,300 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 2172 N·m
Gross Torque @ 1,300 rpm - SAE J1995:2014 2192 ft·lbf
Net Torque @ 1,000 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 2070 N·m
Bore 130 mm
Stroke 157 mm
Displacement 12.5 l
Note (1) Cat engine meets U.S. Brazil MAR-1 emissions standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III 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 muffler.
Note (3) Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and biodiesel* fuels that reduce greenhouse gases on a lifecycle basis: • Up to 100% biodiesel (FAME) ** • Up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels
Weights
Operating Weight* 29522 kg
Note (1) *Weight based on a machine configuration with standard ambient cooling, open differential axles, Triangle TB598S L4 tires, standard counterweight, full fluids, operator and 5.5 m³ (7.2 yd³) bucket with BOCE.
Buckets
Bucket Capacities 4.3 - 5.8 m³ (5.75 - 7.5 yd³)
Operating Specifications
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection 18966 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection 20126 kg
Breakout Force 213 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.
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 6.6 km/h
Reverse - 1 7.6 km/h
Forward - 2 12.7 km/h
Reverse - 2 14.5 km/h
Forward - 3 22.5 km/h
Reverse - 3 25.7 km/h
Forward - 4 39.8 km/h
Reverse - 4 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.
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank 426 l
Cooling System 52 l
Crankcase 37 l
Transmission 77 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front 84 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 84 l
Hydraulic Tank 153 l
Hydraulic System
Implement Pump Type Variable Displacement Piston, Load Sensing
Implement System – Maximum Flow @ 2,250 rpm 415 L/min
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 28200 kPa
Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function 250 L/min
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function 20680 kPa
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
Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. *If equipped with R134a (Global Warning Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2,571 metric tonnes (2,834 tons).

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