Cat 980 vs Volvo L220H
The Volvo L220H is the heavier machine, at 31.3 t against 30.3 t, and the Cat 980 has more power (282 kW against 279 kW).
The Cat 980 is ahead on: more power, dumps higher, bigger bucket or body, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank, faster. The Volvo L220H is ahead on: more torque, reaches higher, lifts or carries more, more digging or pushing force, narrower to transport, lower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat 980 and the Volvo L220H drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Cat 980 | Volvo L220H |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 30,344 kg | 31,260 kg |
| Net powerHigher is better | 282 kW+1% | 279 kW |
| Max torqueHigher is better | 2,172 Nm | 2,265 Nm+4% |
| Dump clearance at max liftHigher is better | 3.287 m+7% | 3.07 m |
| Hinge pin height (max lift)Higher is better | 4.554 m | 4.65 m+2% |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 5.4 m³+4% | 5.2 m³ |
| Static tipping load (full turn)Higher is better | 19,706 kg | 20,710 kg+5% |
| Breakout forceHigher is better | 227 kN | 241 kN+6% |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 449 L/min+78% | 252 L/min |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 426 L+16% | 366 L |
| Top speedHigher is better | 39.5 km/h+8% | 36.5 km/h |
| Width over tyresLower is better | 3.24 m | 3.15 m+3% |
| Height to top of cabLower is better | 3.829 m | 3.71 m+3% |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Weight
Engine
Performance
Hydraulics
Transmission
Tyres
Service capacities
Sources: Cat 980 Wheel Loader Technical Specifications AEXQ3162-00 (3-2021), Tier 3-equivalent · Volvo L150H, L180H, L220H Stage V brochure 20057314-I (English, 2021)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat 980 vs Volvo L220H: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat 980 or Volvo L220H?
By operating weight the Volvo L220H is the biggest at 31.3 t, then the Cat 980 at 30.3 t.
Which has more power, the Cat 980 or Volvo L220H?
The Cat 980: Cat 980 282 kW (378 hp), Volvo L220H 279 kW (374 hp) (net power), a 1% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Cat 980 or Volvo L220H?
The Cat 980: Cat 980 5.4 m³, Volvo L220H 5.2 m³ (bucket capacity), a 4% difference.
Which lifts or carries more, the Cat 980 or Volvo L220H?
The Volvo L220H: Cat 980 19,706 kg, Volvo L220H 20,710 kg (static tipping load (full turn)), a 5% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Cat 980 or Volvo L220H?
The Cat 980: Cat 980 426 L, Volvo L220H 366 L (fuel tank), a 16% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Cat 980 or Volvo L220H?
The Volvo L220H: Cat 980 3.24 m, Volvo L220H 3.15 m (width over tyres), a 3% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
