Specifications

Detailed Description and Advantages

The Caterpillar 980 series has a long-standing reputation for dependable performance in heavy material handling. This used CAT 980 Wheel Loader is built to deliver high productivity with proven mechanical systems and serviceable components. It is well suited to demanding tasks across construction, quarrying, mining support, aggregate handling, and bulk loading operations.

Performance and Power

At its core, the loader is powered by a Caterpillar 3406 C engine rated at 229 kW. The combination of displacement and torque characteristics provides excellent breakout force and lift capacity for heavy buckets. Travel speed up to 37.4 km/h and a robust hydraulic system ensure efficient cycle times for loading, hauling, and stockpiling tasks. These performance traits help lower operating hours per ton moved, improving site throughput.

Durability and Service Life

This used CAT 980 benefits from Caterpillar’s proven heavy-duty components and reinforced structures designed for long service life. Key load-bearing parts and the driveline are engineered to resist wear under severe conditions. In addition, improved serviceability—accessible filters, grouped maintenance points, and modular components—reduces downtime and simplifies routine inspections and repairs.

Operator Comfort and Visibility

Operator comfort is prioritized with an ergonomic cab layout that reduces fatigue during long shifts. The 980 provides excellent sightlines to the bucket and work area, contributing to safer, more accurate loading. Controls are intuitively arranged and designed for smooth hydraulic response, enabling experienced operators to maintain consistent productivity.

Bucket Options and Attachments

With bucket capacities ranging from 3.8 to 5.8 m³ and a large bucket width of 3.533 m, the machine adapts to a variety of material densities and load cycles. A wide range of attachments—forks, grapples, high-capacity buckets, and specialized finders—extend the loader’s application scope. Rapid-fit linkage options allow quick attachment changes, maximizing on-site flexibility.

Environmental Compliance and Efficiency

This used unit meets Tier 4 Final emissions requirements, balancing regulatory compliance with operational efficiency. Properly maintained after-treatment systems and fuel-efficient engine tuning help reduce fuel consumption and emissions over the machine’s life cycle.

Typical Applications and Beneficiaries

The used CAT 980 Wheel Loader is aimed at contractors, quarry and mine operators, bulk-handling facilities, and large site managers who require a proven, heavy-capacity loader. It is particularly advantageous where high hourly production and mechanical robustness are priorities. Fleet managers will value the loader’s serviceability, parts availability, and compatibility with common CAT attachments.

Key Benefits at a Glance

• High breakout and lift forces for efficient material movement

• Tier 4 Final compliant engine for regulatory conformity

• Large and adjustable bucket options for varied loads

• Robust build quality for extended service life

• Improved accessibility for routine maintenance

• Enhanced operator comfort and visibility for safety

Logistics and Supply

Units are available from Shanghai with a typical delivery time of 15–20 days depending on order quantity and final inspection. Our supply capacity supports bulk deliveries, with a listed capacity of 10000 units per month for similar models. Pre-delivery inspections and documentation are provided to ensure machines meet expected operational standards.

Complementary Machines Available

In addition to the used CAT 980 Wheel Loader, we maintain an active inventory across multiple machine classes to support fleet expansion or replacement needs. Current available equipment includes:

• Excavators: CAT 312–345 series, Komatsu PC55–PC450, Hitachi EX120–ZX350, Kobelco SK100–SK350, Doosan DH55–300, Hyundai 130W–305, Volvo EC210–300

• Wheel Loaders: CAT 936–988 series, Komatsu WA250–470

• Backhoe Loaders: CAT 416/420/430, JCB 3CX/4CX

• Bulldozers: CAT D6–D10 series, Komatsu D85–D355

• Motor Graders and Road Rollers from major manufacturers

• Forklifts: Toyota/TCM 2–25 ton range

For procurement, inspection details, or to request specific history and hours for a particular used CAT 980 Wheel Loader, please contact our sales team. We provide machine condition reports, maintenance records when available, and support with logistics to ensure the loader integrates smoothly into your operation.