Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 980 XE is a large wheel loader designed for high-production material handling, quarry, aggregate, and construction applications. It features Cat's electric drive system, which replaces a traditional mechanical transmission to support efficient power delivery, smooth acceleration, and reduced fuel consumption. The 980 XE is equipped with a spacious operator cab, advanced controls, and integrated machine monitoring systems. It is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling material, and moving bulk aggregates. As part of Caterpillar's wheel loader lineup, the 980 XE is built for productivity, durability, and consistent performance in demanding jobsite conditions.
| Breakout Force | 51,008 lbs ft (69,157 nm) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity | 5.25 - 19 (4.0 - 14.5) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) | 5.25 - 19 (4.0 - 14.5) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine | C13 Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 393 (293.1) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power Net hp (kW) | 393 (293.1) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine type | Cat C13 Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Full-Turn Tipping Load | 43,432 lbs (19,700 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Net Power | 393 hp (293 kw) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 66,877 (30,335) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 66,877 (30,335) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Tip Load | 43,432 (19,700) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Tip Load lbs. (kg) | 43,432 (19,700) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Travel Speed | 24.5 / 24.5 mph Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev) | 24.5 / 24.5 mph Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) | 24.5 / 24.5 mph Starting 2021 Model Year |