1979 Caterpillar 980C

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1979 Cat 980C Wheel Loader

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#A0142224

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About this equipment

1979 Cat 980C Wheel Loader Hours and condition are captured at the time of listing and are subject to change. Please contact a representative about this piece of equipment for an updated reading.

Features

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Enclosed Cab
29.5-25 Tires
126 in Bucket

Specifications

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Engine Power: 270 hp
Net Power: 250 hp
Displacement: 636 cu in
Operating Weight: 42300 lb
Fuel Capacity: 89.8 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity: 54 gal
Static Tipping Weight: 30344 lb
Bucket Capacity (heaped): 5.5 yd³
Bucket Width: 10.5 ft
Breakout Force: 39448 lb
Max Speed - Forward: 23.5 mph
Max Speed - Reverse: 26.1 mph
Tire Size: 26.5-25 20 PR
Serial Number / VIN: 63X1332
Hour Meter / Odometer: Meter inoperable, The hour meter reads 289 hours
Exterior Lights: Some not operational, 2 front work lights are not operational
Travel Alarm: Operational
Seat Belts: Operational
Current Safety Manual: No
Current Operator/Maintenance Manual: No
Drivetrain Controls: Lever very worn does not always go right into gear
Engine Oil Pressure: The fault indicator shuts off after the engine oil pressure rises.
Warning Lights: Operational
Gauges: Operational
Air Conditioner: Inoperable
Heater: Operational
Limited Function Check: The main components are in place and operational as noted.
Engine: No US EPA Label Present
Blow-by (subjective visual observation): Visible
Starter: Operational
Oil Leaks: No dripping leaks
Fuel Leaks: No dripping leaks
Cooling System Leaks: No dripping leaks
Limited Function Check: The engine started and ran.
Transmission: Operational
Transfer Case / Drop Box: Operational
Limited Function Check: The drivetrain was operational.
Limited Function Check: The hydraulic system was operational.
Articulating Center Pins: Minor movement
Brake Type: Air
Limited Function Check - Brakes: The brake system functioned, stopping and holding the machine.
Tire Brands: Left Front: Yokohama , Left Rear: General , Right Rear: General , Right Front: Yokohama
Chassis to Arm Pins: Minor movement
Tilt Linkage Pins and Bushings: Minor movement
Bucket to Arm Pins: Minor movement
Limited Function Check: The main components were operational except as noted.
date of analysis: Aug 07, 2026
Silicon: 1.33 PPM
Tin: 1.99 PPM
Silver: 0.55 PPM
Aluminum: 0.27 PPM
Chromium: 0 PPM
Lead: 4.14 PPM
Copper: 145.36 PPM
Nickel: 0.31 PPM
Iron: 8.92 PPM
Glycol: NEG
Water: NEG
Fuel: <5%

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