Cat 980 Series Wheel Loader Cylinders

Cat 980 Series Wheel Loader Cylinders parts list
Fits Model	Description	Details	Price	Product Details
See Details	980G, 980G II, 980H	Tilt Cylinder Group	1125004	$4,486.00	View Info
See Details	980G, 980G II, 980H	Tilt Cylinder Group	1125003	$6,296.00	View Info
See Details	980G, 980G II, 980H	Hydraulic Cylinder Tube	1118182	$2,233.00	View Info
See Details	980G, 980G II, 980H	Lift Cylinder Group	1118181	$6,140.00	View Info
See Details	980C, 980F, 980	Steering Cylinder Group	9J6536	$2,060.00	View Info
See Details	980C, 980F, 980	Steering Cylinder Group	9J5869	$2,060.00	View Info

Cat 980 Series Wheel Loader Cylinders

Lift cylinders, tilt cylinders, steering cylinders, and hydraulic cylinder tubes for Caterpillar 980 series wheel loaders. Whether you need a complete cylinder group or just the tube to rebuild a scored bore, Broken Tractor stocks the cylinders that raise the lift arms, curl the bucket, and steer your machine — all built to accept OEM-style seal kits.

Fits Models At A Glance

980C, 980F, 980, 980G, 980G II, 980H

What's In This Category

Lift Cylinder Groups

Lift cylinder group (1118181) for the 980G, 980G II, and 980H. Raises and lowers the loader lift arms on these large production loaders.

Tilt Cylinder Groups

Tilt cylinder groups (1125003, 1125004) for the 980G, 980G II, and 980H. These curl the bucket for digging and dumping.

Steering Cylinder Groups

Steering cylinder groups (9J5869, 9J6536) for the 980C, 980F, and 980. Restore hydraulic steering response on the articulated frame.

Hydraulic Cylinder Tubes

Replacement cylinder tube (1118182) for the 980G, 980G II, and 980H. Replace the tube when the bore is scored but the rod and gland are still serviceable.

Fitment Tip

The 980 changed cylinders between the C/F and G/H generations — the older steering cylinders (9J5869, 9J6536) fit the 980C and 980F, while the modern lift, tilt, and tube parts fit the G and H machines. Match your model suffix and the casting number stamped on the cylinder when rebuilding. The serial number is on the left (highway) side of the machine behind the front tire. Call us with your serial and cylinder number and we'll confirm the right part.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which lift and tilt cylinders fit my Cat 980G or 980H?

The 980G, 980G II, and 980H use lift cylinder group 1118181 and tilt cylinder groups 1125003 and 1125004. The matching cylinder tube is 1118182. These are specific to the G and H generations and don't interchange with the older 980C and 980F. Confirm your serial number before ordering.

What steering cylinder fits my older Cat 980C or 980F?

The 980C, 980F, and 980 use steering cylinder groups 9J5869 and 9J6536. These older steering cylinders don't fit the newer 980G and 980H machines. Confirm by serial number and casting number before ordering.

Can I replace just the cylinder tube on my Cat 980?

Yes. The cylinder tube 1118182 fits the 980G, 980G II, and 980H. If the bore is scored but the rod, gland, and piston are still good, replacing just the tube saves thousands over a complete cylinder group. Inspect the rod and gland first to confirm they're reusable.

Where is the serial number on a Cat 980 wheel loader?

On the 980, the serial number is on the left (highway) side of the machine behind the front tire. Pre-2001 machines use an 8-digit serial; 2001-and-newer machines use a 17-digit VIN. You need this number, plus the cylinder casting number, to order the correct cylinder or tube.

Not sure which cylinder or tube fits your machine? Call or text us at (800) 909-7060 or submit a parts request and we'll match it to your serial number.