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Specifications of Caterpillar 980 Loader
The Caterpillar 980 loader is a high-performance machine designed for heavy-duty tasks. Below are the key specifications that define its capabilities and efficiency:
Engine
- Model: Cat C13 ACERT
- Net Power: 318 HP (237 kW)
- Gross Power: 340 HP (254 kW)
- Displacement: 12.5 L
Operating Specifications
- Operating Weight: 31,000 kg (68,343 lbs)
- Bucket Capacity: 4.20 m³ (5.50 yd³) to 7.40 m³ (9.68 yd³)
- Dump Clearance at Full Lift: 3,048 mm (10.0 ft)
- Breakout Force: 224 kN
Transmission
- Type: Powershift
- Number of Forward Gears: 4
- Number of Reverse Gears: 4
- Max Forward Speed: 39.8 km/h (24.7 mph)
Dimensions
- Length with Bucket on Ground: 9,655 mm (31.7 ft)
- Width over Tires: 3,150 mm (10.3 ft)
- Height to Top of Cab: 3,735 mm (12.3 ft)
- Wheelbase: 3,750 mm (12.3 ft)
Hydraulic System
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total: 10.5 seconds
- Hydraulic System - Pump Type: Variable Displacement Piston
- Hydraulic Flow - Maximum: 560 L/min (148 gal/min)
Used XCMG & SANY Company Solutions
XCMG and SANY are prominent manufacturers in the heavy equipment sector, providing alternative solutions that are often used in various industrial applications. This section details their offerings relevant to loaders.
XCMG Loaders
- XCMG LW1200K
- Engine Power: 178 kW (238 HP)
- Bucket Capacity: 6.5 m³ (8.5 yd³)
- Operating Weight: 48,000 kg (105,822 lbs)
- XCMG LW500KN
- Engine Power: 162 kW (217 HP)
- Bucket Capacity: 3.0 m³ (3.93 yd³)
- Operating Weight: 16,900 kg (37,258 lbs)
SANY Loaders
- SANY SW405K
- Engine Power: 164 kW (220 HP)
- Bucket Capacity: 3.5 m³ (4.58 yd³)
- Operating Weight: 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs)
- SANY SW953K
- Engine Power: 195 kW (261 HP)
- Bucket Capacity: 4.5 m³ (5.88 yd³)
- Operating Weight: 20,500 kg (45,194 lbs)
References
- Caterpillar. 980 Loader Specifications. Accessed October 2023. [Insert URL]
- XCMG. Product Catalog. Accessed October 2023. [Insert URL]
- SANY. Wheel Loader Features. Accessed October 2023. [Insert URL]
