The Caterpillar 980k Wheel Loader (2012-2015) is characterised by high engine power at 367 hp (274 kW) and high weight at 68,872 lb (31.2 t). Its published lifting force is 53,505 lbf (238 kN).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2012-2015
Weight: 68,872 lb (31.2 t)Engine power: 367 hp (274 kW)Lifting Force: 53,505 lbf (238 kN)Travel speed: 24.9 mph (40 km/h)
68,872 lb (31.2 t)Weight
367 hp (274 kW)Engine power
53,505 lbf (238 kN)Lifting Force
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
1,600 rpmEngine speed at max torque
10.8 ft (3.31 m)Transport width
11.5 ft (3.5 m)Bucket width
12.5 ft (3.81 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
367 hp (274 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
68,872 lb (31.2 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.
Bucket capacity
High
5.23 yd³ (4 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Lifting Force
High
53,505 lbf (238 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
24.9 mph (40 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.
Transport width
Above average
10.8 ft (3.31 m)
Low 5.25 ft (1.6 m)Typical 8.71 ft (2.65 m)High 15.8 ft (4.81 m)
Transport width 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 | 980k |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2012-2015 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power367 hp (274 kW)
Lifting Force53,505 lbf (238 kN)
Engine speed at max torque1,600 rpm
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Maximum discharge height10 ft (3.05 m)
Transport height12.5 ft (3.81 m)
Transport length32.3 ft (9.84 m)
Transport width10.8 ft (3.31 m)
Outside turning radius23.6 ft (7.18 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity5.23 yd³ (4 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity16 yd³ (12.2 m³)
Weight68,872 lb (31.2 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement3.3 US gal (12.5 L)
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC13 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres29.5 R 25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeAL
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