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    Cat 980L VS Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader

    Cat 980L
    Price Available Soon*

    Cat 980L

    • Engine

      Cat 412 HP

    • Bucket

      4.2-12.2 m³

    • Weight

      30090 kg

    • Fwd. Speed

      39.5 km/h

    • Dump Height

      3273 mm

    • Tripping Load

      19565 kg
    Medium (15-30 Ton)
    Komatsu WA480-6A
    Price Available Soon*

    Komatsu WA480-6A

    • Engine

      Komatsu 300 HP

    • Bucket

      3.8 – 6.1 m³

    • Weight

      25155 kg

    • Fwd. Speed

      36.3 km/h

    • Dump Height

      3205 mm

    • Tripping Load

      17125 kg
    Medium (15-30 Ton)

    Add Equipment

    The comparisons provided are based on the technical specifications published by the respective OEMs on their official websites and brochures. Please confirm these details directly with the OEMs before macking any final decision.

    Key Highlights Cat 980LKomatsu WA480-6A
    Cat 980L VS Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader
    CAT 980 Loader Price
    Cat 980L

    Price Available Soon

    Komatsu WA480 Specs
    Komatsu WA480-6A

    Price Available Soon

    Particulars Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A

    Cat 980L vs Komatsu WA480-6A: Which One Should You Buy?

    Both are big wheel loaders. Both load trucks fast and work hard all day. The tables below give you all the numbers. The real question is which one is right for your work. The Cat 980L has more engine power and takes a bigger bucket. It fills a large truck in fewer passes. This helps if you load many trucks every day, like in a big quarry, a port, or a large mine. The Komatsu WA480-6A is lighter and easier to turn. It uses less fuel. It is a good choice for tighter yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work where you move a lot but not the heaviest loads.

    Before you buy, think about a few simple things. How near is the service centre? How fast can you get parts when the machine stops? How much fuel will it burn each month? Will it be easy to sell after some years? For a fleet or an EPC company, these things decide your real cost, not just the HP number. You can see both machines and more in the full wheel loader range, and read our wheel loader buying guide to pick the right size.

    Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader

    Pros:

    • Equipped with a 300 HP Komatsu engine suitable for construction and mining
    • Engine meets EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA emission standards
    • Articulated steering with a 35° steering angle for better maneuverability
    • Hydraulically actuated wet multiple-disc brakes on four wheels for effective stopping power
    • Provides options for bucket capacity ranging from 3.8 to 6.1 cubic meters

    Cons:

    • Less horsepower compared to the Cat 980L
    • Lower tipping load capacities both straight and full turn
    • AC cabin is optional, which could be a downside for operators seeking comfort in standard features

    Cat 980L Wheel Loader

    Pros:

    • Higher engine power with 412 HP from a Cat C13 ACERT engine
    • Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV emission standards
    • Larger bucket capacity options up to 12.2 cubic meters
    • Higher tipping load capacities indicating potentially higher productivity
    • AC cabin comes as a standard feature

    Cons:

    • Heavier operating weight could affect fuel consumption and mobility
    • Requires a higher capacity to handle the maximum bucket size offered
    • Greater width over tires might reduce maneuverability in tighter spaces

    Pros:

    Cons:

    Closing Recommendation

    Think about the work your machine will do most days. The Cat 980L has more power and takes a bigger bucket, so it fills large trucks in fewer passes and keeps up in a busy quarry, port, or mine. The Komatsu WA480-6A is lighter and turns easily and sips less fuel, so it fits tight yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work. Also check how near the service centre is, how fast you can get parts, how easy each is for your drivers, and how well it will sell later. So match the machine to your work: Cat 980L for heavy, high-volume truck loading, Komatsu WA480-6A for tighter, mixed jobs with lighter loads.

    Cat 980L Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Price, Technical Specifications & Features

    Brand Caterpillar Wheel loader L&T Komatsu Wheel loader
    Type Medium (15-30 Ton) Medium (15-30 Ton)
    Ex-Showroom Price Price Available Soon Price Available Soon
    Engine Cat 412 HP Komatsu 300 HP
    Bucket 4.2-12.2 m³ 3.8 – 6.1 m³
    Weight 30090 kg 25155 kg
    Max. Forward Speed 39.5 km/h 36.3 km/h
    Dump Height 3273 mm 3205 mm
    Tripping Load 19565 kg 17125 kg
    Quick Overview:

    Designed for heavy-duty tasks, the Cat 980L wheel loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and industrial sectors, positioning the wheel loader as a dependable solution for high-performance operations.

    With enhanced load capacity, the Komatsu WA480-6A wheel loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and mining sectors, making this wheel loader ideal for heavy-duty material handling applications.

    Cat 980L vs Komatsu WA480-6A: Which One Should You Buy?

    Both are big wheel loaders. Both load trucks fast and work hard all day. The tables below give you all the numbers. The real question is which one is right for your work. The Cat 980L has more engine power and takes a bigger bucket. It fills a large truck in fewer passes. This helps if you load many trucks every day, like in a big quarry, a port, or a large mine. The Komatsu WA480-6A is lighter and easier to turn. It uses less fuel. It is a good choice for tighter yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work where you move a lot but not the heaviest loads.

    Before you buy, think about a few simple things. How near is the service centre? How fast can you get parts when the machine stops? How much fuel will it burn each month? Will it be easy to sell after some years? For a fleet or an EPC company, these things decide your real cost, not just the HP number. You can see both machines and more in the full wheel loader range, and read our wheel loader buying guide to pick the right size.

    Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader

    Pros:

    • Equipped with a 300 HP Komatsu engine suitable for construction and mining
    • Engine meets EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA emission standards
    • Articulated steering with a 35° steering angle for better maneuverability
    • Hydraulically actuated wet multiple-disc brakes on four wheels for effective stopping power
    • Provides options for bucket capacity ranging from 3.8 to 6.1 cubic meters

    Cons:

    • Less horsepower compared to the Cat 980L
    • Lower tipping load capacities both straight and full turn
    • AC cabin is optional, which could be a downside for operators seeking comfort in standard features

    Cat 980L Wheel Loader

    Pros:

    • Higher engine power with 412 HP from a Cat C13 ACERT engine
    • Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV emission standards
    • Larger bucket capacity options up to 12.2 cubic meters
    • Higher tipping load capacities indicating potentially higher productivity
    • AC cabin comes as a standard feature

    Cons:

    • Heavier operating weight could affect fuel consumption and mobility
    • Requires a higher capacity to handle the maximum bucket size offered
    • Greater width over tires might reduce maneuverability in tighter spaces

    Pros:

    Cons:

    Closing Recommendation

    Think about the work your machine will do most days. The Cat 980L has more power and takes a bigger bucket, so it fills large trucks in fewer passes and keeps up in a busy quarry, port, or mine. The Komatsu WA480-6A is lighter and turns easily and sips less fuel, so it fits tight yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work. Also check how near the service centre is, how fast you can get parts, how easy each is for your drivers, and how well it will sell later. So match the machine to your work: Cat 980L for heavy, high-volume truck loading, Komatsu WA480-6A for tighter, mixed jobs with lighter loads.

    Cat 980L Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Price, Technical Specifications & Features

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Brand
    Caterpillar Wheel loader L&T Komatsu Wheel loader
    Type
    Medium (15-30 Ton) Medium (15-30 Ton)
    Ex-Showroom Price
    Price Available Soon Price Available Soon
    Engine
    Cat 412 HP Komatsu 300 HP
    Bucket
    4.2-12.2 m³ 3.8 – 6.1 m³
    Weight
    30090 kg 25155 kg
    Fwd. Speed
    39.5 km/h 36.3 km/h
    Dump Height
    3273 mm 3205 mm
    Tripping Load
    19565 kg 17125 kg
    Quick Overview:

    Designed for heavy-duty tasks, the Cat 980L wheel loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and industrial sectors, positioning the wheel loader as a dependable solution for high-performance operations.

    With enhanced load capacity, the Komatsu WA480-6A wheel loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and mining sectors, making this wheel loader ideal for heavy-duty material handling applications.

    Cat 980L Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Key Highlights

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Engine Make Cat® C13 ACERT Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
    Max Torque 2040 Nm @ 1000 rpm NA
    Fuel Tank 426 L 413 L
    Hydraulic System 449 L/min 260 L/min
    Min. Ground Clearance 453 mm 525 mm
    Payload NA NA
    Steering Angle ±40° ±35°
    Drive Type 4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Wheelbase 3800 mm 3450 mm
    Tyres 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 26.5-25 tires
    Max. Breakout Force 226 kN 212 kN
    Overall Length 9493 mm 9170 mm
    Warranty 1 Year 1 Yr. / 3000 hr.
    AC Cabin Standard Optional
    GPS Standard Standard

    Cat 980L Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Key Highlights

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Engine Make
    Cat® C13 ACERT Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
    Max Torque
    2040 Nm @ 1000 rpm NA
    Fuel Tank
    426 L 413 L
    Hydraulic System
    449 L/min 260 L/min
    Min. Ground Clearance
    453 mm 525 mm
    Payload
    NA NA
    Steering Angle
    ±40° ±35°
    Drive Type
    4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Wheelbase
    3800 mm 3450 mm
    Tyres
    29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 26.5-25 tires
    Max. Breakout Force
    226 kN 212 kN
    Overall Length
    9493 mm 9170 mm
    Warranty
    1 Year 1 Yr. / 3000 hr.
    AC Cabin
    Standard Optional
    GPS
    Standard Standard

    Cat 980L Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Specifications

    Engine

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Engine Make Cat® C13 ACERT Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
    Engine Type 4-stroke; turbocharged; inline 6-cylinder diesel engine with ACERT™ technology Water-cooled; 4-cycle
    Aspiration Tubocharged cooled EGR , Turbocharged; aftercooled
    Emission U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA
    Max Torque 2040 Nm @ 1000 rpm NA
    Max Power 412 HP (303 kW) @ 1800 rpm 300 HP (224 kW) @ 2000 rpm
    Piston Displacement 12.5 L 11.04 L
    No Of Cylinders 6 Cylinders 6 Cylinders
    Battery 2 x 12V / 1400 CCA 12V x 2 / 136 Ah
    Alternator 24V / 145A 24V / 50A

    Power Train

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Transmission Cat Planetary Power Shift Transmission Full-Powershift & Contershaft Type
    Drive Type 4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Torque Converter Single-stage torque converter with lock-up clutch 3-element; 1-stage; 1-phase

    Brakes

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Service Wet; multi-disc; hydraulic-actuated; oil-cooled brakes on both axles. Hydraulically actuated; wet multiple-disc brakes actuate on four wheels
    Parking Spring-applied; hydraulically released; external caliper disc brake. Wet multiple-disc brake

    Steering System

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Type Load-Sensing Hydrostatic Articulated Steering Articulated Type - Full-Hydraulic Power Steering
    Steering-Angle ±40° ±35°

    Axles And Final Drive

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Front Axle Fixed Fixed - semi-floating
    Rear Axle Oscillating Center-pin support & semi-floating
    Oscillating Angle ±13° ±13°

    Speed

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Max. Forward Speed 39.5 km/h 36.3 km/h
    Max. Reverse Speed 39.5 km/h 37.4 km/h

    Hydraulic System

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    System Type Load-Sensing Hydraulic System Closed-Center - Load-Sensing System
    Pump Type Variable Displacement Piston Piston pump
    Maximum Pump Flow 449 L/min 260 L/min
    System Pressure 343 bar 343 bar

    Special Refill Capacities

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Fuel Tank 426 L 413 L
    Hydraulic System NA 173 L
    Engine Oil 37 L 38 L
    Cooling System 45 L 61 L
    Rear Axle Oil 84 L 59 L
    Front Axle Oil 84 L 59 L
    Hydraulic Tank 153 L NA
    Transmission Oil 77 L 65 L
    Def Tank NA NA

    Dimensions

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Overall Length With Bucket 9493 mm 9170 mm
    Wheel Base 3800 mm 3450 mm
    Height Over Cab 3813 mm 3500 mm
    Height Over Exhaust 3746 mm NA
    Min Grond Clearance 453 mm 525 mm
    Width Over Tyres 3296 mm 3010 mm
    Wheel Tread 2440 mm 2300 mm
    Tyre Size 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 26.5-25 tires

    Performance

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Bucket Capacity 4.2-12.2 m³ 3.8 – 6.1 m³
    Bucket Width 3447 mm 3170 mm
    Payload NA NA
    Tipping Load Straight 22639 kg 20030 kg
    Tipping Load Full Turn 19565 kg 17125 kg
    Max. Breakout Force 226 kN 212 kN
    Operating Weight 30090 kg 25005 - 25155 kg
    Max Dump Angle 52° 45°
    Bucket Roll Back Angle Full Height 61° NA
    Bucket Roll Back At Carry 48° NA
    Bucket Roll Back At Ground Level 40° NA
    Dumping Height, Fully Raised 3273 mm 3205 mm
    Dumping Reach, Fully Raised 1481 mm 1410 mm
    Max. Hinge Pin Height 4539 mm 4505 mm
    Max. Digging Depth 103 mm 90 mm
    Turning Radius Over Tyres NA NA
    Turning Radius Over Bucket NA NA

    Cat 980L Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Specifications

    Engine

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Engine Make
    Cat® C13 ACERT Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
    Engine Type
    4-stroke; turbocharged; inline 6-cylinder diesel engine with ACERT™ technology Water-cooled; 4-cycle
    Aspiration
    Tubocharged cooled EGR , Turbocharged; aftercooled
    Emission
    U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA
    Max Torque
    2040 Nm @ 1000 rpm NA
    Max Power
    412 HP (303 kW) @ 1800 rpm 300 HP (224 kW) @ 2000 rpm
    Piston Displacement
    12.5 L 11.04 L
    No Of Cylinders
    6 Cylinders 6 Cylinders
    Battery
    2 x 12V / 1400 CCA 12V x 2 / 136 Ah
    Alternator
    24V / 145A 24V / 50A

    Power Train

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Transmission
    Cat Planetary Power Shift Transmission Full-Powershift & Contershaft Type
    Drive Type
    4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Torque Converter
    Single-stage torque converter with lock-up clutch 3-element; 1-stage; 1-phase

    Brakes

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Service
    Wet; multi-disc; hydraulic-actuated; oil-cooled brakes on both axles. Hydraulically actuated; wet multiple-disc brakes actuate on four wheels
    Parking
    Spring-applied; hydraulically released; external caliper disc brake. Wet multiple-disc brake

    Steering System

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Type
    Load-Sensing Hydrostatic Articulated Steering Articulated Type - Full-Hydraulic Power Steering
    Steering-Angle
    ±40° ±35°

    Speed

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Max. Forward Speed
    39.5 km/h 36.3 km/h
    Max. Reverse Speed
    39.5 km/h 37.4 km/h

    Axles And Final Drive

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Front Axle
    Fixed Fixed - semi-floating
    Rear Axle
    Oscillating Center-pin support & semi-floating
    Oscillating Angle
    ±13° ±13°

    Hydraulics System

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    System Type
    Load-Sensing Hydraulic System Closed-Center - Load-Sensing System
    Pump Type
    Variable Displacement Piston Piston pump
    Maximum Pump Flow
    449 L/min 260 L/min
    System Pressure
    343 bar 343 bar

    Tyres

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Size
    Not Available Not Available

    Special Refill Cpacities

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Fuel Tank
    426 L 413 L
    Hydraulic System
    NA 173 L
    Engine Oil
    37 L 38 L
    Cooling System
    45 L 61 L
    Rear Axle Oil
    84 L 59 L
    Front Axle Oil
    84 L 59 L
    Hydraulic Tank
    153 L NA
    Transmission Oil
    77 L 65 L
    Def Tank
    NA NA

    Dimensions

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Overall Length With Bucket
    9493 mm 9170 mm
    Wheel Base
    3800 mm 3450 mm
    Height Over Cab
    3813 mm 3500 mm
    Height Over Exhaust
    3746 mm NA
    Min Grond Clearance
    453 mm 525 mm
    Width Over Tyres
    3296 mm 3010 mm
    Wheel Tread
    2440 mm 2300 mm
    Tyre Size
    29.5R25 XLDD1 L4 26.5-25 tires

    Performance

    Cat 980L Komatsu WA480-6A
    Bucket Capacity
    4.2-12.2 m³ 3.8 – 6.1 m³
    Bucket Width
    3447 mm 3170 mm
    Payload
    NA NA
    Tipping Load Straight
    22639 kg 20030 kg
    Tipping Load Full Turn
    19565 kg 17125 kg
    Max. Breakout Force
    226 kN 212 kN
    Operating Weight
    30090 kg 25005 - 25155 kg
    Max Dump Angle
    52° 45°
    Bucket Roll Back Angle Full Height
    61° NA
    Bucket Roll Back At Carry
    48° NA
    Bucket Roll Back At Ground Level
    40° NA
    Dumping Height, Fully Raised
    3273 mm 3205 mm
    Dumping Reach, Fully Raised
    1481 mm 1410 mm
    Max. Hinge Pin Height
    4539 mm 4505 mm
    Max. Digging Depth
    103 mm 90 mm
    Turning Radius Over Tyres
    NA NA
    Turning Radius Over Bucket
    NA NA

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    Frequently Asked Question

    Ans.

    The Komatsu WA480-6A usually uses less fuel. It has a smaller engine and weighs less, so it burns less diesel to do the same moving work. The Cat 980L has more power, so it drinks more fuel, but it also fills a bigger bucket in one pass. If you count fuel by the tonne of material moved, the two get closer. For lighter, mixed work the Komatsu will cost you less at the pump.

    Ans.

    Both sell well, because Cat and Komatsu are trusted names in India. A clean, well-serviced machine with full papers always sells faster. The Cat 980L has a strong buyer base in quarries and mines. The Komatsu WA480-6A is wanted by contractors who like lower running cost. Keep your service records and the machine in good shape, and either one will sell at a fair price.

    Ans.

    Both brands have wide dealer networks in India, so parts and service are not a problem in most areas. The real question is which dealer is nearer to your site. Call the Cat dealer and the Komatsu dealer close to you. Ask how fast they send a service man and how quickly common parts arrive. For a big machine, one day of waiting for a part can stop a lot of work. Pick the brand whose support is closer and faster for you.

    Ans.

    Pick the Cat 980L if you load heavy material into big trucks all day, like in a large quarry, mine, or port. Its extra power and bigger bucket finish more loads in a day. Pick the Komatsu WA480-6A for tighter yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work where you turn a lot and want lower fuel cost. Match the machine to your daily job, not just to the highest number on paper.

    Ans.

    Yes, very easily. Banks, finance companies, and the brand dealers all give loans for big wheel loaders. Many also offer lease plans, which suit EPC companies and fleet owners who want the machine only for one project. How much you pay each month depends on your down payment and your loan record. Ask two or three lenders and compare before you decide.

    Ans.

    It depends on your sites and your service support. Many fleet and EPC buyers keep both. They use the Cat 980L on the big, heavy jobs and the Komatsu WA480-6A on lighter, tighter sites to save fuel. If you must pick one brand for the whole fleet, choose the one with the nearer dealer and faster parts, so downtime stays low across all your machines.

    Cat 980L Vs Komatsu WA480-6A - Compare Price & Availability Across 600+ Locations in India

    Compare Cat 980L Vs Komatsu WA480-6A price and availability across all major cities in India including Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Indore, Jaipur, Guwahati, and 600+ more locations.

    Maharashtra
    26 cities

    • Mumbai

    • Pune

    • Nagpur

    • Navi Mumbai

    • Thane

    • Nashik

    • Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)

    • Solapur

    • Kolhapur

    • Amravati

    • Chandrapur

    • Yavatmal

    • Latur

    • Dhule

    • Ahmednagar

    • Jalgaon

    • Raigad

    • Beed

    • Wardha

    • Palghar

    • Sangli

    • Ratnagiri

    • Satara

    • Nanded

    • Akola

    • Buldhana

    Gujarat
    21 cities

    • Ahmedabad

    • Gandhinagar

    • Surat

    • Vadodara

    • Rajkot

    • Bhavnagar

    • Jamnagar

    • Mundra

    • Kutch

    • Vapi

    • Anand

    • Mehsana

    • Morbi

    • Surendranagar

    • Amreli

    • Bharuch

    • Navsari

    • Dahej

    • Alang

    • Dholera

    • Gandhidham

    Goa
    5 cities

    • Panaji

    • Vasco da Gama

    • Margao

    • Calangute

    • Mormugao

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