The Cat 980 GC wheel loader comes equipped with a bucket capacity range of 4.3-5.8 m3 (5.75-7.5 yd3) to move large amounts of material quickly.
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Productive results
With a bucket capacity range of 4.3-5.8 m3 (5.75-7.5 yd3), easy-to-load Cat Performance Series buckets use a system-based approach to balance bucket shape with the machine’s lift and tilt capacity, weight, and linkage. The bucket design improves material retention and reduces dig time with build options that include general purpose, flat floor, heavy duty rock, coal, and light material to meet any application.
The Cat Z-bar loader linkage with cast crossmember and tilt lever provides strong digging efficiency and high breakout forces for superior production capabilities. Load-sensing hydraulics produce flow and pressure for the implement only when needed, resulting in low fuel consumption. The new 980 GC can be equipped with the Cat Fusion quick coupler and controls, and combined with optional third-function hydraulics, the coupler allows use of a wide variety of work tools.
Cat VisionLink, standard for the new 980 GC, allows fleet managers to track critical loader operating parameters like machine location, hours, fuel usage, diagnostic codes, and idle time to improve productivity and lower operating costs. Also optionally available, Cat Payload weighs material while moving to the truck and lifting for on-the-go weighing (not legal for trade), so the operator can load to exact specification, load more trucks, and avoid over- or under-loading. The Cat Payload for Trade option for Cat Advanced Payload allows integration of the scale data directly into your business processes. It is type-approved by the International Organization of Legal Metrology, while retaining all the features of the standard version of Cat Advanced Payload.
Comfortable environment
Providing a comfortable working environment throughout the shift, the 980 GC’s spacious cab design features easy, intuitive controls and excellent visibility. The complete user interface is designed as an intuitive system, allowing the operator to monitor machine health. Pilot-operated hydraulic controls deliver low-effort, comfortable operation and include a remote transmission kick-down switch for operating comfort.
Keeping safety in mind, ladders are standard on both machine sides, providing easy access to the cab from the left-hand side and to service points from the right-hand side. Extended windows with wide, flat, and distortion-free front windshields combined with rearview mirrors with spot mirrors offer clear visibility to the jobsite. A rearview camera is standard, and a windshield guard option is available. Air conditioning with louvered vents allows the operator to direct airflow for optimum cooling, while the comfort cloth mechanical suspension seat features adjustable armrests, headrest, and multiple variations for superior comfort.
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