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Caterpillar 926 vs Caterpillar 980

The Caterpillar 980 is about 138% heavier than the Caterpillar 926 (31,000 vs 13,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 980 has about 144% more engine power (276 kW (370 hp) vs 113 kW (152 hp)).

Caterpillar 926
Caterpillar Caterpillar 926
Caterpillar 980 wheel loader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 980
Operating weight 13,000 kg (28,700 lb)31,000 kg (68,300 lb)
Engine power 113 kW (152 hp)276 kW (370 hp)
Net power ≈113 kW (152 hp)≈276 kW (370 hp)
Bucket capacity ≈2.0–2.5 m³ (2.6–3.3 yd³)≈5.4–7.0 m³ (7.0–9.2 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Smooth hydrostatic drive
  • + Versatile linkage options
  • + High capacity
  • + Integrated weighing
Watch-outs
  • − Smaller bucket for quarry work
  • − Heavy transport
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.