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2015 Caterpillar 980M For Sale in Australia, Aus

Name: 2015 Caterpillar 980M
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 87245420
Price: 1 USD
Availability: InStock

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Machine Info:

Hours:	14639
Serial Number:	CAT0980MHN8T00484
Machine Location:	AUSTRALIA, AUS

Description:

Enclosed Cab, Air Conditioner, Rear View Camera, Ride Control, Autoshift, Joystick Steering, Cat On-Board Scale, E-Stops, 3500 mm Spade Nose Bucket, Auto Lube, 29.5R25 Tires, equipment-from-garraway-group Closing Time: 2026-06-24 04:00:00 PM

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The Caterpillar 980M is a heavy-duty wheel loader designed for high-performance material handling and earthmoving tasks. Featuring a robust engine, advanced hydraulic systems, and durable components, the 980M delivers efficient loading, lifting, and transport capabilities in construction, mining, and quarry applications. Its ergonomic operator cabin enhances comfort and control, while integrated technology improves productivity and fuel efficiency. The Caterpillar 980M supports various attachments, including buckets and forks, making it versatile for multiple job site requirements. Known for reliability and ease of maintenance, the 980M wheel loader is a preferred choice for contractors seeking powerful and durable heavy equipment.

Axles
Front	Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall	23 in (57 cm)
Rear	Oscillating ?13 degrees
Brakes
Brakes	Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards
Bucket
Bucket Capacities	16 cu yd (12 cu m)
Cab
ROPS/FOPS	ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Dimensions
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10 ft (3 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	26 ft (8 m)
Wheelbase	13 ft (4 m)
Width Over Tires	11 ft (3 m)
Engine
Engine Model	Cat C13 ACERT
Gross Power	417 hp (311 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	386 hp (288 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
General Specifications
Breakout Force (Since 2021)	44,075 lbs ft (59,757 nm)
Bucket Capacity (Since 2017)	5.3 - 16.0 (4.1 - 12.2)
Bucket Capacity (2019)	5.3 - 16.0 (4.1 - 12.2)
Bucket Capacity (2020)	5.3 - 16.0 (4.1 - 12.2)
Bucket Capacity (Since 2021)	5.25.16 cu yd
Bucket Capacity (Since 2021)	5.25 - 16 (4.0 - 12.2)
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) (Since 2016)	5.3 - 16.0 (4.1 - 12.2)
Engine (Since 2021)	C13 ACERT
Engine Power (Since 2017)	386 (288)
Engine Power (2019)	386 (288)
Engine Power (2020)	386 (288)
Engine Power (2021)	386 (288)
Engine Power hp (kw) (Since 2016)	386 (288)
Engine type (Since 2016)	Cat C13 ACERT
Engine type (2017)	Cat C13 ACERT
Engine type (2019)	Cat C13 ACERT
Engine type (Since 2020)	Cat C13
Engine type (2021)	Cat C13
Full-Turn Tip Load (Since 2021)	45,307 lbs (20,551 kg)
Max Dump Height (Since 2017)	4.8 (1.5)
Max Dump Height (Since 2019)	10.8 (3.3)
Max Dump Height (2020)	10.8 (3.3)
Max Dump Height ft.( m) (Since 2016)	4.8 (1.5)
Net Power (Since 2021)	386 hp (288 kw)
Operating Weight (Since 2017)	66,337 (30,090)
Operating Weight (2019)	66,337 (30,090)
Operating Weight (2020)	66,337 (30,090)
Operating Weight (Since 2021)	66,437 lbs (30,135 kg)
Operating Weight (Since 2021)	66,337 (30,090)
Operating Weight lbs. (kg) (Since 2016)	66,337 (30,090)
Tip Load (Since 2021)	49,897 22,633)
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (Since 2021)	24.9 / 24.9 mph
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	10 seconds
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure	4,975 psi
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow	63 gpm (238 lpm)
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure	3,159 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	119 gpm (450 lpm)
Relief Valve Setting	4,975 psi
Operating Specifications
Breakout Force	50,357 lbs (22,842 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	12 gal (45 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	22 gal (83 l)
Fuel Capacity	113 gal (426 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	40 gal (151 l)
Operating Weight	66,337 lbs (30,090 kg)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	22 gal (83 l)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	20 gal (77 l)
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System	14 gal (53 l)
Crankcase	10 gal (37 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	22 gal (83 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	22 gal (83 l)
Fuel Tank	113 gal (426 l)
Hydraulic Tank	40 gal (151 l)
Transmission	20 gal (77 l)
Transmission
Forward - 1	4 mph (7 kph)
Forward - 2	8 mph (13 kph)
Forward - 3	15 mph (24 kph)
Forward - 4	25 mph (39 kph)
Max Speed - Forward	25 mph (39 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	25 mph (39 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Reverse - 1	5 mph (8 kph)
Reverse - 2	9 mph (15 kph)
Reverse - 3	17 mph (27 kph)
Reverse - 4	25 mph (39 kph)
Weights
Operating Weight	66,337 lbs (30,090 kg)

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