The Cat® 980 XE Wheel Loader is engineered to move more with less—delivering brute strength and smart efficiency where it counts. Its advanced drivetrain and intelligent systems work together to maximize every pass, while extended service intervals help to keep downtime off the clock. Built for high-output environments like mining, construction, and aggregates, the 980 XE is the machine that turns heavy lifting into high performance.
| Engine Power - 1,700 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 420hp |
| Engine Power - 1,700 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 426 hp (metric) |
| Engine Model | Cat® C13 |
| Gross Power - 1,700 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 425hp |
| Gross Power - 1,700 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 431 hp (metric) |
| Net Power - 1,700 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 393kW |
| Net Power - 1,700 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 398 hp (metric) |
| Engine Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 1612lbf·ft |
| Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 1627hp |
| Net Torque - 1,100 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 1539lbf·ft |
| Displacement | 763in³ |
| Emissions | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. |
| Biodiesel Capability | Up to B20¹ |
| Note (1) | The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. |
| Note (2) | ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) and are compatible* with ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels**up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) ***100% |
| Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 | 1627lb/ft |
| Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 | 1612lb/ft |
| Engine Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 | 420hp |
| Gross Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 | 425hp |
| Net Torque @ 1,100 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 1539lb/ft |
| Note (3) | Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h |
| Operating Weight | 66877lb |
| Note | Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound |
| Forward - 1 | 4.4mile/h |
| Forward - 2 | 8.4mile/h |
| Forward - 3 | 14.9mile/h |
| Forward - 4 | 24.5mile/h |
| Reverse - 1 | 5mile/h |
| Reverse - 2 | 9.6mile/h |
| Reverse - 3 | 18.3mile/h |
| Note | Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 935 mm (37 in) roll radius. |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 | 70dB(A) |
| Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008 | 110dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹ | 70dB(A) |
| Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008² | 107dB(A) |
| Note (1) | ¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives. |
| Note (2) | ²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. |
| 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 Warming Potential = 1430), the system |
| Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection | 43432lb |
| Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection | 46208lb |
| Breakout Force | 51008lbf |
| 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. |
| Fuel Tank | 112.5gal (US) |
| DEF Tank | 5.5gal (US) |
| Cooling System | 13.7gal (US) |
| Crankcase | 9.8gal (US) |
| Transmission | 20.3gal (US) |
| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 22.2gal (US) |
| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 22.2gal (US) |
| Hydraulic Tank | 40.4gal (US) |
| Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 1,400 rpm | 121gpm |
| Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure | 4975psi |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 10.1s |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 10.1 seconds |
| Height - Top of Hood | 10.08ft |
| Height - Top of ROPS | 12.58ft |
| Ground Clearance | 1.42ft |
| Wheel Base | 12.5ft |
| Overall Length - Without Bucket | 26.83ft |
| Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height | 2ft |
| Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 14.92ft |
| Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 12.67ft |
| Rack Back - Maximum Lift | 61° |
| Rack Back - Carry Height | 48° |
| Width over Tires (Loaded) | 10.75ft |
| Tread Width | 8ft |
| Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. |
| Height - Top of Hood | 10.08ft |
| Height - Top of ROPS | 12.58ft |
| Ground Clearance | 1.42ft |
| Wheel Base | 12.5ft |
| Overall Length - Without Bucket | 27.42ft |
| Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height | 2.17ft |
| Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 15.58ft |
| Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 13.5ft |
| Rack Back - Maximum Lift | 61° |
| Rack Back - Carry Height | 50° |
| Width over Tires (Loaded) | 10.75ft |
| Tread Width | 8ft |
| Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. |
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