SPECS / COMPARISON
Volvo L220G vs Caterpillar 980K
A detailed comparison of the Volvo L220G and the Caterpillar 980K. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Volvo L220G272.9 kW (366 hp)
Caterpillar 980K275.2 kW (369 hp)
Weight
Volvo L220G31551.9 kg (69560 lbs)
Caterpillar 980K31234.3 kg (68860 lbs)
Operating Weight
Volvo L220G31551.9 kg (69560 lbs)
Caterpillar 980K31234.3 kg (68860 lbs)
| Specification | Volvo L220G Wheel Loaders | Caterpillar 980K Wheel Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wheel Loader | Wheel Loader |
| Horsepower | 272.9 kW (366 hp) | 275.2 kW (369 hp) |
| Weight | 31551.9 kg (69560 lbs) | 31234.3 kg (68860 lbs) |
| Tipping Capacity | 23659.4 kg (52160 lbs) | 22770.3 kg (50200 lbs) |
| Max Speed | 38.0 km/h (23.6 mph) | 36.4 km/h (22.6 mph) |
| Engine Model | D13H-E | Cat? C13 ACERT? |
| No Of Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | — |
| Displacement | 12801.6 cc (781.2 cu in.) | 12500.1 cc (762.8 cu in.) |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 80 amps | 80 amps |
| Operating Voltage | 24 V | 24 V |
| Rated Speed | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1100 RPM | — |
| Net Power | 272.9 kW (366 hp) | 275.2 kW (369 hp) |
| Gross Power | 273.7 kW (367 hp) | 264.7 kW (355 hp) |
| Peak Torque | 2231.7 N-m (1646 lbs ft) | 1614.8 N-m (1191 lbs ft) |
| Fuel Capacity | 335.0 l (88.5 gal) | 480.7 l (127 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 50.3 l (13.3 gal) | 37.9 l (10 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | 46.2 l (12.2 gal) | 83.3 l (22 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 226.4 l (59.8 gal) | 249.8 l (66 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 48.1 l (12.7 gal) | 60.6 l (16 gal) |
| Differential Front Capacity | 77.2 l (20.4 gal) | 84.0 l (22.2 gal) |
| Differential Rear Capacity | 71.2 l (18.8 gal) | 84.0 l (22.2 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Volvo HTL 306 | Power shift |
| No of Forward Gears | 4 | 4 |
| No of Reverse Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 38.0 km/h (23.6 mph) | 36.4 km/h (22.6 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 38.0 km/h (23.6 mph) | 41.5 km/h (25.8 mph) |
| Pump Flow | 202.1 LPM (53.4 GPM) | 465.6 LPM (123 GPM) |
| Relief Pressure | 310.0 bar (4496.2 psi) | 206.8 bar (3000 psi) |
| Raise Lift Arms | 5.8 sec | 6 sec |
| Lower Lift Time | 3.2 sec | 3.4 sec |
| Bucket Dump Time | 1.6 sec | 2.1 sec |
| Operating Weight | 31551.9 kg (69560 lbs) | 31234.3 kg (68860 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 23659.4 kg (52160 lbs) | 22770.3 kg (50200 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity (Heaped) | 4.9 m³ (6.4 cu yds) | 4.2 m³ (5.5 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 335.3 cm (132 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 152.4 cm (60 in) | 152.4 cm (60 in) |
| Dump Clearance At Max Raise | 304.8 cm (120 in) | 335.3 cm (132 in) |
| Turning Radius | 792.5 cm (312 in) | 792.5 cm (312 in) |
| Wheelbase | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 457.2 cm (180 in) | 457.2 cm (180 in) |
| Cab Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Overall Length | 914.4 cm (360 in) | 944.9 cm (372 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 61.0 cm (24 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Width Over Tires | 304.8 cm (120 in) | 335.3 cm (132 in) |
| Tire Size | 29.5 R25 L4 | 29.5-25 |
| Stroke | — | 15.7 cm (6.2 in) |
| Bore | — | 13.0 cm (5.1 in) |
| Crankcase | — | 37.1 l (9.8 gal) |
| Hydraulic Tank | — | 170.0 l (44.9 gal) |
| Brakes | — | Meet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards |
| Rear Axle Oscillation | — | 26 ° |
| Pump type | — | Gear |
| Bucket Capacity (Struck) | — | 3.7 m³ (4.8 cu yds) |
| Breakout Force | — | 24289.9 kg (53550 lbs) |
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