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Caterpillar 980 vs Volvo L220
Published specs and dimensions of two wheel loaders side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The Caterpillar 980 is 2,659 lb (1,206 kg) lighter, 4 in (90 mm) wider, 5 in (119 mm) taller and 1 ft 7 in (493 mm) longer than the Volvo L220.
- Net power: 293 kW / 393 hp (Caterpillar 980) vs 279 kW / 374 hp (Volvo L220); Caterpillar 980 is higher.
- Wheelbase: 3,800 mm / 12 ft 6 in (Caterpillar 980) vs 3,700 mm / 12 ft 2 in (Volvo L220); Caterpillar 980 is higher.
- Track gauge / tread: 2,440 mm / 8 ft 0 in (Caterpillar 980) vs 2,400 mm / 7 ft 10 in (Volvo L220); Caterpillar 980 is higher.
- Ground clearance: 456 mm / 18 in (Caterpillar 980) vs 520 mm / 20.5 in (Volvo L220); Volvo L220 is higher.
- Displacement: 12.5 L / 763 cu in (Caterpillar 980) vs 12.8 L / 781 cu in (Volvo L220); Volvo L220 is higher.
- Pump / aux flow: 449 L/min / 119 gpm (Caterpillar 980) vs 252 L/min / 66.6 gpm (Volvo L220); Caterpillar 980 is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
Caterpillar 980 specs Volvo L220 specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Caterpillar 980 Trailer fit: Volvo L220
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | Caterpillar 980 | Volvo L220 |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 30,344 kg | 31,550 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | 9,673 mm | 9,180 mm |
| Overall width | 3,240 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Overall height | 3,829 mm | 3,710 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,800 mm | 3,700 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | 2,440 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Ground clearance | 456 mm | 520 mm |
| Turning radius | Not published | 7,100 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, articulated | Wheeled, articulated |
| Number of axles | 2 | 2 |
| Wheels (count) | 4 | 4 |
| Tire size | 29.5R25 (Bridgestone VSNT L4) | 29.5 R25 L3 |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | Not published | Not published |
| Axle loads | ||
| Axle load, front (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Axle load, rear (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | Cat C13 | Volvo D13J |
| Net power | 293 kW | 279 kW |
| Gross power | 317 kW | Not published |
| Displacement | 12.5 L | 12.8 L |
| Rated speed | 1,700 rpm | Not published |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 449 L/min | 252 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | ≈ 34.3 MPa | 29 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max travel speed | 39.5 km/h | 36.5 km/h |
| Bucket capacity | 5.4 m³ | 5.2 m³ |
| Tipping load | 20,965 kg | 20,850 kg |
| Breakout / digging force | 227 kN | 240.8 kN |
| Dump height / clearance | 3,287 mm | 3,220 mm |
| Lift / hinge-pin height | 4,554 mm | 4,640 mm |
Configurations.
Caterpillar 980: Build 14B, standard lift, 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) general purpose pin-on bucket with BOCE, Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, standard counterweight, ride control; Cat C13, U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V.
Volvo L220: Standard boom, 5.2 m³ GP STE P BOE bucket (WLA87132), 29.5 R25 L3 tires; Tier 4 Final