The Caterpillar 980 G Wheel Loader (1996-2002) brings together high engine power at 307 hp (229 kW) and high weight at 65,698 lb (29.8 t). Its published maximum bucket capacity is 7.59 yd³ (5.8 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1996-2002
Weight: 65,698 lb (29.8 t)Engine power: 307 hp (229 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 7.59 yd³ (5.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)
65,698 lb (29.8 t)Weight
307 hp (229 kW)Engine power
7.59 yd³ (5.8 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
47,210 lbf (210 kN)Lifting Force
23.2 mph (37.4 km/h)Travel speed
2,000 rpmEngine speed at max torque
10.7 ft (3.26 m)Transport width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
307 hp (229 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
High
65,698 lb (29.8 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well above the typical figure.
Maximum bucket capacity
High
7.59 yd³ (5.8 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
High
4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 3.71 yd³ (2.84 m³)High 12.4 yd³ (9.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Lifting Force
High
47,210 lbf (210 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is well above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
23.2 mph (37.4 km/h)
Low 12 mph (19.3 km/h)Typical 21.4 mph (34.4 km/h)High 26.7 mph (43 km/h)
Travel speed is above the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 980 G |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1996-2002 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power307 hp (229 kW)
Lifting Force47,210 lbf (210 kN)
Engine speed at max torque2,000 rpm
Travel speed23.2 mph (37.4 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width11.6 ft (3.53 m)
Maximum discharge height11.4 ft (3.46 m)
Transport height12.3 ft (3.75 m)
Transport length31.4 ft (9.58 m)
Transport width10.7 ft (3.26 m)
Outside turning radius26.2 ft (7.99 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity7.59 yd³ (5.8 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)
Weight65,698 lb (29.8 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement3.86 US gal (14.6 L)
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine type3406 C
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres29.5-25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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