988 XE Wheel Loader

CALCULATE FINANCE
  • PROVEN RELIABILITY
  • LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY
  • ACHIEVE GREATER PRODUCTIVITY
  • POWERFUL EFFICIENCY
  • PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY
  • SAFETY FIRST
  • SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
  • OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL
  • PURPOSE-BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS
  • SUSTAINABILITY
Engine
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 401 kW (538 hp)
Engine Model Cat® C18 ™
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 432 kW (580 hp)
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 436 kW (588 hp)
Rated Speed 1,700 rpm
Peak Power Speed 1,500 rpm
Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014
Bore 145 mm (5.7 in)
Stroke 183 mm (7.2 in)
Displacement 18.1 l (1105 inu00b3)
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 3023 N·m (2230 ft·lbf)
Torque Rise 58%
Operating Specifications
Operating Weight 52781 kg (116362 lb)
Operating Weight - Standard 52781 kg (116362 lb)
Operating Weight - High Lift 54258 kg (119618 lb)
Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face) 11.3 t (12.5 ton (US))
Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard) 14.5 t (16 ton (US))
Bucket Capacity Range 4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Transmission
Transmission Type Cat switched reluctance electric drive
Forward 1 (virtual) 7 km/h (4.3 mile/h)
Forward 2 (virtual) 11.3 km/h (7 mile/h)
Forward 3 (virtual) 22.2 km/h (13.8 mile/h)
Forward 4 (virtual) 32.1 km/h (20 mile/h)
Reverse 1 (virtual) 7 km/h (4.3 mile/h)
Reverse 2 (virtual) 11.3 km/h (7 mile/h)
Reverse 3 (virtual) 28.2 km/h (17.5 mile/h)
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit EH-Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing
Lift/Tilt System - Pump Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm 580 l/min (153 gal/min)
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 32800 kPa (4757 psi)
Lift Cylinder - Bore 210 mm (8.7 in)
Lift Cylinder - Stroke 1050 mm (41.3 in)
Tilt Cylinder - Bore 269 mm (8.7 in)
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke 685 mm (27 in)
Hydraulic Cycle Times
Rack Back 4.5 s (4.5 s)
Raise 8 s (8 s)
Dump 2.2 s (2.2 s)
Lower Float Down 3.5 s (3.5 s)
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time 18.2 s (18.2 s)
Hydraulic System - Steering
Steering System - Circuit Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm 270 l/min (71.3 gal/min)
Steering Cut Off Pressure 30000 kPa (4351 psi)
Total Steering Angle 86u00b0
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle 3.4 s (3.4 s)
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle 5.6 s (5.6 s)
Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes.
Axles
Front Fixed
Rear Trunnion
Oscillation Angle 13u00b0
Brakes
Brakes ISO 3450:2011
Operator's Cab
ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank 555 l (147 gal (US))
Cooling System - Jacket Water 112 l (30 gal (US))
Cooling Systems - Power Train 30 l (8 gal (US))
Engine Crankcase 60 l (16 gal (US))
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 33 l (8.7 gal (US))
Transmission 60 l (16 gal (US))
Differential - Final Drives - Front 186 l (49 gal (US))
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 186 l (49 gal (US))
Hydraulic System - Implement/Steering 475 l (126 gal (US))
Note All nonroad Tier 4 Final/Stage V diesel engines are required to use: u2013 The machine has the flexibility to run on either ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel (ULSD with 15 ppm of sulfur or less). u2013 Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and biodiesel* fuels that reduce greenhouse gases: Up to B20 biodiesel (FAME) ** Up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels * Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or u201cCaterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendationsu201d (SEBU6250) for details. u2013 Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specifications are required. u2013 Only use DEF that meets ISO 22241-1 standards.
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V - Standard
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72 dB(A) (72 dB(A))
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 109 dB(A) (109 dB(A))
Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage III - Standard
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72 dB(A) (72 dB(A))
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 110 dB(A) (110 dB(A))
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift
Ground to Top of ROPS 4202 mm (13.8 ft)
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 4498 mm (14.8 ft)
Ground to Top of Hood 3334 mm (10.9 ft)
Ground to Bumper Clearance 933 mm (3.1 ft)
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 3187 mm (10.5 ft)
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 14 mm (14 ft)
Wheel Base 4550 mm (14.9 ft)
Maximum Overall Length 11991 mm (39.3 ft)
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 568 mm (1.9 ft)
Ground to Center of Axles 978 mm (3.2 ft)
Clearance at Maximum Lift 3641 mm (11.9 ft)
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 5479 mm (18 ft)
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 7455 mm (24.5 ft)
Reach - Maximum Lift 1981 mm (6.5 ft)
Note Specs are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3) rock bucket and Michelin XLDD2 with 978 mm (3.2 ft) centerline of rear axle height.
Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift
Ground to Top of ROPS 4202 mm (13.8 ft)
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 4498 mm (14.8 ft)
Ground to Top of Hood 3334 mm (10.9 ft)
Ground to Bumper Clearance 933 mm (3.1 ft)
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 3187 mm (10.5 ft)
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 4661 mm (15.3 ft)
Wheel Base 4550 mm (14.9 ft)
Maximum Overall Length 12398 mm (40.7 ft)
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 568 mm (1.9 ft)
Ground to Center of Axles 978 mm (3.2 ft)
Clearance at Maximum Lift 4043 mm (13.3 ft)
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 5881 mm (19.3 ft)
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 7849 mm (25.8 ft)
Reach - Maximum Lift 2062 mm (6.8 ft)
Note Specs are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3) rock bucket and Michelin XLDD2 with 978 mm (3.2 ft) centerline of rear axle height.
Dimensions - Millyard Linkage
Ground to Top of ROPS 4221 mm (13.8 ft)
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 4214 mm (13.8 ft)
Ground to Top of Hood 3334 mm (10.9 ft)
Ground to Bumper Clearance 933 mm (3.1 ft)
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 3187 mm (10.5 ft)
Front Axle Centerline to Fork Tip 5023 mm (16.5 ft)
Wheel Base 4550 mm (14.9 ft)
Maximum Overall Length 12761 mm (41.9 ft)
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 568 mm (1.9 ft)
Ground to Center of Front Axle 978 mm (3.2 ft)
Fork Height with Level Arms 2474 mm (8.1 ft)
Fork Top Clamp Opening 4006 mm (13.1 ft)
Fork Height at Maximum Lift 5242 mm (17.2 ft)
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 4918 mm (16.1 ft)
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift -39.4 u00b0 (-39.4 u00b0)
Buckets
Bucket Capacities 4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Sustainability
Recyclability 96%

Standard Equipment

  • NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, single 150 amp
    • Batteries, dry
    • Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V
    • Lighting system (LED, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
    • Starting and charging system, 24V
    • Jump start receptacle
    • Starter lockout in bumper
    • Transmission lockout in bumper
    • Hazardous voltage lamp
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
    • Air conditioner
    • Cat Vision, rear vision camera system
    • Cab, sound suppressed and pressurized, integrated rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) radio ready for entertainment, includes antenna, speakers and converter (12‑volt 5-amp) and power port
    • Controls, lift and tilt function
    • Heater, defroster
    • Horn, electric
    • Instrumentation, gauges
      – Coolant temperature
      – Engine hour meter
      – Hydraulic oil temperature
      – Power train oil temperature
    • Light, cab, dome
    • Lunchbox, beverage holders
    • CB radio-ready
    • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
    • Rimpull Control System
    • Seat, Deluxe
    • Seat belt minder
    • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • STIC Control System
    • UV glass
    • Virtual gear indicator
    • Vital Information Management System (VIMS) with Graphical Information Display: External Data Port, Customizable Operator Profiles, Cycle Timer, Integrated Payload Control System
    • Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
      – Intermittent front and rear wipers
    • Lights, directional
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
    • Case drain screens
    • Electro hydraulic parking brake
    • Engine, C18 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
    • Ground level engine shutoff
    • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
    • Radiator, Aluminum Modular Radiator (AMR)
    • Starting aid, ether, automatic
    • Throttle lock, electronic
    • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
    • Cat Production Measurement ready
    • Cat switched reluctance (SR) generator/pump drive
    • Cat switched reluctance (SR) drive motor
    • Cat Integrated Powered Electronics
    • Automatic retarding controls
  • ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner
    • Base machine price includes a rim allowance
    • Hydraulically driven demand fan
    • Couplings, Cat O-ring face seals
    • Doors, service access (locking)
    • Ecology drains for engine, radiator, hydraulic tank
    • Fuel tank, 555 L (147 gal)
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Hoses, Cat XT™
    • Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system
    • Cat Clean Emission Module
    • Oil sampling valves
    • Premixed 50 percent concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)
    • Rear access to cab and service platform
    • Steering, load sensing
    • Toe kicks
    • Vandalism protection caplocks

Optional Equipment

  • NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • POWER TRAIN
    • –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze
    • Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
    • Engine block heater 120V or 240V
    • High ambient cooling – software
    • Cat Production Measurement
    • Crankcase guard
    • Engine brake, software enabled attachment (SEA)
  • Other Optional Configurations
    • Load and Carry
    • Millyard
    • Aggregate Handler
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cab precleaner
    • Cat Detect, object detection system
    • Cat Production Measurement
    • Radio, AM/FM/CD/MP3 Bluetooth® with Satellite SiriusXM
    • LED warning strobe
    • Window pull down visor
    • Handrail mounted mirrors
  • ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
    • Cold Weather Package: Additional Starter and 2 Batteries, Engine Block Heater 120V or 240V, Heated Fuel Lines
    • Engine Compartment Lights
    • Autolube with Auto shutoff
    • High Performance LED Lighting
    • Wheel Chocks
    • Operator Coaching
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • Autodig, Tire Slip Prevention, Auto Set Tires, and Lift Stall Prevention
    • Additional Counterweight