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Cat 980M specifications

Match the 980M lift linkage before using its dimensions

Caterpillar's AEHQ7244-01 drawing separates standard and high-lift arms. It also separates length without a bucket from shipping length with the bucket resting level. The earlier reference reused an unbucketed length as the latter dimension. A transport estimate needs the bucket-equipped drawing for the actual arm and tyre package, not the shorter bare-machine quantity.

The drawing likewise identifies hood height and ROPS height independently. A hood-top dimension cannot describe clearance above the cab. Antenna and beacon heights are separately shown, so even the corrected ROPS measurement is not automatically the highest point on a fully equipped loader.

This brochure describes a monoblock main hydraulic valve with integrated ride control; adding the auxiliary third function requires a separate remote valve. Its parking brake is an external caliper arrangement at the front-axle input, distinct from the enclosed wet service brakes. These component descriptions help interpret an equipment list that says only ride control or brake service.

Caterpillar AEHQ7244-01, 980M dimensions, auxiliary hydraulic valve and axle/parking-brake descriptions

Separate the 2017 loader's weighing and visibility options

The 2017 feature sheet lists Production Measurement as an optional on-the-go weighing system. It separately describes the rear camera and optional rear-object detection. A machine with the camera image on its display has not thereby demonstrated either payload weighing or obstacle detection; each function answers a different operating need.

The same sheet identifies a lock-up torque converter with lock-to-lock shifting and dual ride-control accumulators. These explain why the updated M-Series drive and bucket behaviour should not be judged by the older G-Series control arrangement. A similar bucket capacity does not make the transmission or suspension functions equivalent.

Its stated operating weight includes a named general-purpose bucket, full fluids, operator, counterweight and radial tyres. A high-lift loader, alternative bucket or aggregate-handler package needs its own equipment conditions. The aggregate option is limited to the intended loose-material application and manufacturer payload policy; it does not create an unrestricted higher lifting allowance.

Autolube is also identified as optional, with monitoring and diagnostic visibility when fitted. A grease-system claim should be supported by the actual installed system and its records, rather than assumed from the 2017 model description.

Caterpillar AEXQ1952-02, 2017 980M equipment, optional systems and operating-weight footnote
Corrected source transcriptions; earlier entries retained as rejected
Model and fieldEarlier entryManufacturer value and scope
980M Height To Top Of Cab10.25 ft3,813 mm (12 ft 6 in); AEHQ7244-01 ROPS height, Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 tyres
980M Length With Bucket On Ground26.17 ft9,493 mm (31 ft 2 in); AEHQ7244-01 standard-lift shipping length, 5.4 m3 GP pin-on bucket with BOCE
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Cat 980M: wheel loader.

Selected configuration figures
ConfigurationDocumented field and quantity
980M
Net Power
378 hp
Operating Weight
66,337 lb
980M specification matrix — Dimensions and weight
Specification980M
Ground Clearance1.42 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground9,493 mm (31 ft 2 in) [source]
Width Over Tires10.83 ft
Height To Top Of Cab3,813 mm (12 ft 6 in) [source]
Wheelbase12.5 ft
Dimensions High Lift
Specification980M
Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift15.58 ft
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight8.17 ft
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch6.25 ft
Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe12.33 ft
Height - Top Of Hood10.25 ft
Height - Top Of ROPS12.58 ft
Hinge Pin Height At Carry2.25 ft
NoteAll dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires
Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift13.08 ft
Maximum Width Over Tires10.83 ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket26.83 ft
Rack Back - Carry Height48 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift61 degrees
Rack Back At Ground39 degrees
Tread Width8 ft
Wheel Base12.5 ft
Dimensions Standard Lift
Specification980M
Overall Length - Without Bucket26.17 ft
Hinge Pin Height At Carry2.08 ft
Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift14.83 ft
Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift12.42 ft
Rack Back At Ground40 degrees
Engine
Specification980M
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ModelCAT C13 ACERT
Net Power378 hp
Gross Power417 hp
Max Torque1,617 lb-ft
Net Power - ISO 9249386 hp
NoteThe air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - SAE J19951,627 lb-ft
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - ISO 143961,609 lb-ft
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - ISO 9249386 hp
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm1,515 lb-ft
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - ISO 14396420 hp
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric426 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric392 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - SAE J1349386 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric392 hp
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - SAE J1995425 hp
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric431 hp
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm1,505 lb-ft
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - ISO 14396406 hp
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric412 hp
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1995412 hp
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric417 hp
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - SAE J19951,617 lb-ft
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - ISO 9249373 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1349373 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric378 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric378 hp
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - ISO 143961,602 lb-ft
US EPA Tier 4 Final/Eu Stage Iv - Maximum Power - SAE J1995425 hp
Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent: Maximum Power - SAE J1995412 hp
Operational
Specification980M
Operating Weight66,337 lb
Fuel Capacity112.5 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity40 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity12 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity20.3 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity22 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity22 gal
Transmission and speeds
Specification980M
Number Of Forward Gears4
Number Of Reverse Gears4
Max Speed - Forward24.5 mph
Max Speed - Reverse24.5 mph
Forward - 14.3 mph
Forward - 28.3 mph
Forward - 314.6 mph
Forward - 424.5 mph
NoteMaximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 933 mm (37 in) roll radius
Reverse - 14.8 mph
Reverse - 29.4 mph
Reverse - 316.7 mph
Reverse - 424.5 mph
Weights
Specification980M
NoteWeight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link?, open differential axles, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) GP bucket with BOCE
Note (1)For 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose buckets with BOCE
Note (2)Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE
Buckets
Specification980M
Bucket Capacities4.2-12.2 m3 (5.25-16.0 yd3)
Hydraulic System
Specification980M
Relief Valve Setting4,975 psi
Pump Flow Capacity119 gpm
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total10.1 s
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure4,975 psi
Implement Pump TypeVariable Displacement Piston
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,250 Rpm119 gpm
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow63 gpm
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure3,159 psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Raise From Carry Position5.3 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Dump, At Maximum Raise1.7 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Lower, Empty, Float Down3.1 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Total10.1 s
Axles
Specification980M
FrontFixed
RearOscillating ?13 degrees
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall22.5 in
Brakes
Specification980M
BrakesBrakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards
Operating Specifications
Specification980M
Note (1)For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.?
Note (2)Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6
NoteFull compliance to ISO (2007) 143971 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing
Breakout Force50,357 lb
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - With Tire Deflection43,133 lb
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - No Tire Deflection45,847 lb
Service Refill Capacities
Specification980M
Cooling System14 gal
Fuel Tank112.5 gal
Crankcase9.8 gal
DEF Tank5.5 gal
Hydraulic Tank40 gal
Transmission20.3 gal
Differential - Final Drives - Front22 gal
Differential - Final Drives - Rear22 gal
Sound
Specification980M
Note (1)*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio
Note (2)**For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the ?EU Directives.?
Note (3)***European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.?
Note*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)75 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)112 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)78 dB(A)*
With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**72 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**109 LWA***
Cab
Specification980M
ROPS/FOPSROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Bucket Capacities
Specification980M
Bucket Range4.2-12.2 m (5.25-16.0 yd)
Engine Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent
Specification980M
EmissionsTier 3/Stage IIIA
Engine Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv
Specification980M
EmissionsCat engine with ACERT Technology - meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards
Engine ModelCat C13 ACERT
Bore5.2 in
Stroke6.2 in
Displacement763 cu in
Note (1)The power ratings apply at the stated speed when tested under the reference conditions for the specified 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)The gross power advertised is with the fan at maximum speed
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm - SAE J13491,515 lb-ft
Engine Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent
Specification980M
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1995417 hp
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm - SAE J13491,505 lb-ft
EmissionsCat engine with ACERT Technology - meets Tier 2/Stage II, Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards
Sound Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent
Specification980M
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:200875 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008*112 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Pressure Level - SAE J88:2013**78 dB(A)
Note (1)The sound values indicated are for specific operating conditions only. Machine and operator sound levels will vary at different engine and/or cooling fan speeds. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cabin that is not properly maintained, or when the doors and/or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment
Note (2)*For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value
Note (3)**For a standard machine configuration, measured according to the procedures specified. The measurement was conducted under the following conditions: distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio with the cooling fan speed set at maximum value
Sound Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv
Specification980M
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:200872 dB(A)
Ratios
Figure980M
Engine horsepower per 1,000 lb of weight5.7
Pump flow per engine horsepower0.31 gpm
Fuel tank per engine horsepower0.30 gal
Reference directory classification
Equipment groupwheel loader
Where the 980M ranks in Cat's list — Scope of the captured comparison
BrandEquipment groupCompared entrySort order
Catwheel loader980MDescending quantity; 1 is largest
Figure980MRankLowest in lineHighest in line
Engine power378.0 hp15 of 5440.0 hp1,870.0 hp
Listed weight66,337 lb16 of 539,150 lb417,430 lb
Pump flow119.0 gpm4 of 1514.0 gpm4,015.0 gpm
Fuel capacity112.5 gal15 (tied) of 5411.4 gal1,505.0 gal
Horsepower per 1,000 lb5.7 hp8 of 502.8 hp6.7 hp
The 980M beside its neighbours
Base version988B980M988G
Engine power375 hp378 hp475 hp
Weight95,604 lb66,337 lb110,635 lb
Pump flow980M: 119 gpm
Fuel capacity165.2 gal112.5 gal179.4 gal
Wheelbase980M: 12.5 ft; 988G: 14.93 ft

980M: owner reports

Related account: “Hydraulics, pinion seal leak and parking brake”: 980, 980 GC, and 980 XE.

980M: forum references — Forum-title search
Forum indexEquipment class queriedNames in the searchMatching titles
Heavy Equipment Forumswheel loaderCat and the 980M. That is too few titles to say what owners mostly ask about, so the most recent are listed instead3
Used market for the 980M — Dated first-page listing snapshot
Observation dateListing sourceEquipment searchListings
2026-09-24MachineryTraderCat wheel loader70
ModelListedModel yearsLowest askingHighest askingMedian askingMedian hours
980M702015 to 2021$99,000$430,000$209,0007,218
980M: recall reference — Dated CPSC search
Search dateDatabaseNames queriedSearch result
2026-09-24U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionCat together with the wheel loader 980MNo matching recall in this search

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Reference site
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Used-market listings
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Recorded observations — Forum-title snapshot
Observation fieldRecorded value
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Cat 980M: Configuration records

980M
SpecificationSource figure
Engine
Number Of Cylinders6
Net Power378 hp
Gross Power417 hp
Max Torque1,617 lb-ft
Net Power - ISO 9249386 hp
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - ISO 143961,609 lb-ft
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - ISO 9249386 hp
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm1,515 lb-ft
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - ISO 14396420 hp
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric426 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric392 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric392 hp
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric431 hp
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm1,505 lb-ft
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - ISO 14396406 hp
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric412 hp
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric417 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - ISO 9249373 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric378 hp
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric378 hp
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - ISO 143961,602 lb-ft
US EPA Tier 4 Final/Eu Stage Iv - Maximum Power - SAE J1995425 hp
Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent: Maximum Power - SAE J1995412 hp
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears4
Number Of Reverse Gears4
Max Speed - Forward24.5 mph
Max Speed - Reverse24.5 mph
Forward - 14.3 mph
Forward - 28.3 mph
Forward - 314.6 mph
Forward - 424.5 mph
Reverse - 14.8 mph
Reverse - 29.4 mph
Reverse - 316.7 mph
Reverse - 424.5 mph
Sound
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)75 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)112 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)78 dB(A)*
With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**72 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**109 LWA***
Operating Specifications
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - With Tire Deflection43,133 lb
Static Tipping Load - Full 40 Degrees Turn - No Tire Deflection45,847 lb
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System14 gal
Fuel Tank112.5 gal
Crankcase9.8 gal
DEF Tank5.5 gal
Hydraulic Tank40 gal
Transmission20.3 gal
Differential - Final Drives - Front22 gal
Differential - Final Drives - Rear22 gal
Hydraulic System
Pump Flow Capacity119 gpm
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total10.1 s
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure4,975 psi
Implement Pump TypeVariable Displacement Piston
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,250 Rpm119 gpm
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow63 gpm
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure3,159 psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Raise From Carry Position5.3 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Dump, At Maximum Raise1.7 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Lower, Empty, Float Down3.1 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Total10.1 s
Dimensions and weight
AEHQ7244-01 standard-lift shipping length, 5.4 m3 GP pin-on bucket with BOCE — Manufacturer configuration and edition9,493 mm (31 ft 2 in) [source]
Width Over Tires10.83 ft
AEHQ7244-01 ROPS height, Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 tyres — Manufacturer configuration and edition3,813 mm (12 ft 6 in) [source]
Wheelbase12.5 ft
Operational
Fuel Capacity112.5 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity40 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity12 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity20.3 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity22 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity22 gal
Axles
FrontFixed
RearOscillating ?13 degrees
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall22.5 in
Bucket Capacities
Bucket Range4.2-12.2 m (5.25-16.0 yd)
Engine Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv
Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm - SAE J13491,515 lb-ft
Engine Tier 2/Stage Ii, Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm - SAE J13491,505 lb-ft
Additional specifications
Ground Clearance1.42 ft
Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift15.58 ft
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight8.17 ft
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch6.25 ft
Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe12.33 ft
Height - Top Of Hood10.25 ft
Height - Top Of ROPS12.58 ft
Hinge Pin Height At Carry2.25 ft
NoteAll dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires
Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift13.08 ft
Maximum Width Over Tires10.83 ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket26.83 ft
Rack Back - Carry Height48 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift61 degrees
Rack Back At Ground39 degrees
Tread Width8 ft
Wheel Base12.5 ft
Engine ModelCAT C13 ACERT
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - SAE J19951,627 lb-ft
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - SAE J1349386 hp
Maximum Power - 1,700 Rpm - SAE J1995425 hp
Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1995412 hp
Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 Rpm - SAE J19951,617 lb-ft
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - SAE J1349373 hp
Operating Weight66,337 lb
Note (1)For 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose buckets with BOCE
Note (2)Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE
Bucket Capacities4.2-12.2 m3 (5.25-16.0 yd3)
Relief Valve Setting4,975 psi
BrakesBrakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards
Breakout Force50,357 lb
Note (3)***European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.?
ROPS/FOPSROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
EmissionsTier 3/Stage IIIA
Bore5.2 in
Stroke6.2 in
Displacement763 cu in
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:200875 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008*112 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Pressure Level - SAE J88:2013**78 dB(A)

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