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Large Wheel Loaders
988K XE Wheel Loader
Net Power - SAE J1349
538 HP
Operating Weight
116,362 lb
Bucket Capacities
93.0 hp
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
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backhoe loader
988K XE Wheel Loader
Net Power - SAE J1349
538 HP
Operating Weight
116,362 lb
Bucket Capacities
93.0 hp
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Specifications
Cat® Large Wheel Loaders are designed with durability built in, ensuring maximum availability through multiple life cycles. With optimized performance and simplified serviceability, our machines allow you to move more material efficiently and safely at a lower cost per ton. Introduced in 1963, the 988 has been the industry leader for over 50 years, built on a legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and productivity. The 988K XE brings improved sustainability and maximum efficiency to this machine platform.
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Net Power - SAE J1349
538 HP
401 kW
Engine Model
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Cat® C18 ™
Engine Power - ISO 14396
580 HP
432 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995
588 HP
439 kW
Rated Speed
93.0 in
93.0 mm
1,700 rpm
Peak Power Speed
93.0 in
93.0 mm
1,500 rpm
Emissions
93.0 in
93.0 mm
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014
Bore
5.7 in
145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in
183 mm
Displacement
1,105 in³
18.1 l
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995
2,230 ft·lbf
3,023 N·m
Torque Rise
93.0 in
93.0 mm
58%
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ROPS/FOPS
93.0 in
93.0 mm
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
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Fuel Tank
147 gal (US)
555 l
Cooling System - Jacket Water
30 gal (US)
112 l
Cooling Systems - Power Train
8 gal (US)
30 l
Engine Crankcase
16 gal (US)
60 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
8.7 gal (US)
33 l
Transmission
16 gal (US)
60 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front
49 gal (US)
186 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
49 gal (US)
186 l
Hydraulic System - Implement/Steering
126 gal (US)
475 l
Note
93.0 in
93.0 mm
All nonroad Tier 4 Final/Stage V diesel engines are required to use: – The machine has the flexibility to run on either ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel (ULSD with 15 ppm of sulfur or less). – 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 “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Only use DEF that meets ISO 22241-1 standards.
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Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
72 dB(A)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
109 dB(A)
109 dB(A)
Note (1)
93.0 in
93.0 mm
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (2)
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Note (3)
93.0 in
93.0 mm
The machine sound power level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
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Ground to Top of ROPS
13.8 ft
4,202 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
14.8 ft
4,498 mm
Ground to Top of Hood
10.9 ft
3,334 mm
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3.1 ft
933 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.5 ft
3,187 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
14 ft
14 mm
Wheel Base
14.9 ft
4,550 mm
Maximum Overall Length
39.3 ft
11,991 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.9 ft
568 mm
Ground to Center of Axles
3.2 ft
978 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift
11.9 ft
3,641 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
18 ft
5,479 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
24.5 ft
7,455 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift
6.5 ft
1,981 mm
Note
93.0 in
93.0 mm
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.
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Ground to Top of ROPS
13.8 ft
4,202 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
14.8 ft
4,498 mm
Ground to Top of Hood
10.9 ft
3,334 mm
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3.1 ft
933 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.5 ft
3,187 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
15.3 ft
4,661 mm
Wheel Base
14.9 ft
4,550 mm
Maximum Overall Length
40.7 ft
12,398 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.9 ft
568 mm
Ground to Center of Axles
3.2 ft
978 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift
13.3 ft
4,043 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
19.3 ft
5,881 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
25.8 ft
7,849 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift
6.8 ft
2,062 mm
Note
93.0 in
93.0 mm
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.
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Bucket Capacities
93.0 in
93.0 mm
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
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Operating Weight
116,362 lb
52,781 kg
Operating Weight - Standard
116,362 lb
52,781 kg
Operating Weight - High Lift
119,618 lb
54,258 kg
Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face)
12.5 ton (US)
11.3 t
Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard)
16 ton (US)
14.5 t
Bucket Capacity Range
93.0 in
93.0 mm
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
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Transmission Type
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Cat switched reluctance electric drive
Forward 1 (virtual)
4.3 mile/h
7 km/h
Forward 2 (virtual)
7 mile/h
11.3 km/h
Forward 3 (virtual)
13.8 mile/h
22.2 km/h
Forward 4 (virtual)
20 mile/h
32.1 km/h
Reverse 1 (virtual)
4.3 mile/h
7 km/h
Reverse 2 (virtual)
7 mile/h
11.3 km/h
Reverse 3 (virtual)
17.5 mile/h
28.2 km/h
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Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
93.0 in
93.0 mm
EH-Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing
Lift/Tilt System - Pump
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm
153 gal/min
580 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4,757 psi
32,800 kPa
Lift Cylinder - Bore
8.7 in
210 mm
Lift Cylinder - Stroke
41.3 in
1,050 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Bore
8.7 in
269 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke
27 in
685 mm
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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
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Steering System - Circuit
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm
71.3 gal/min
270 l/min
Steering Cut Off Pressure
4,351 psi
30,000 kPa
Total Steering Angle
93.0 in
93.0 mm
86°
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
3.4 s
3.4 s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
5.6 s
5.6 s
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Air Conditioning
93.0 in
93.0 mm
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.
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Front
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Fixed
Rear
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
93.0 in
93.0 mm
13°
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Brakes
93.0 in
93.0 mm
ISO 3450:2011
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NOTE
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ELECTRICAL
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Alarm, back-up
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Alternator, single 150 amp
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Batteries, dry
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Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V
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Lighting system (halogen, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
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Starting and charging system, 24V
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Starter emergency start receptacle
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Starter lockout in bumper
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Transmission lockout in bumper
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Hazardous voltage lamp
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
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Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
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Air conditioner
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Cat Vision, rear vision camera system
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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
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Controls, lift and tilt function
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Heater, defroster
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Horn, electric
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Instrumentation, gauges – Coolant temperature – Engine hour meter – Hydraulic oil temperature – Power train oil temperature
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Light, cab, dome
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Lunchbox, beverage holders
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CB radio-ready
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Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
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Rimpull Control System
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Seat, Cat Comfort Series III, heated and ventilated, air suspension, six-way adjustable
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Seat belt minder
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Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
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STIC Control System
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UV glass
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Virtual gear indicator
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Vital Information Management System (VIMS) with Graphical Information Display: External Data Port, Customizable Operator Profiles, Cycle Timer, Integrated Payload Control System
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Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear) – Intermittent front and rear wipers
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Lights, directional
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POWER TRAIN
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Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
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Case drain screens
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Electro hydraulic parking brake
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Engine, C18 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
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Ground level engine shutoff
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Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
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Radiator, Aluminum Modular Radiator (AMR)
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Starting aid, ether, automatic
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Throttle lock, electronic
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Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
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Cat Production Measurement ready
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Cat SR Generator/Pump Drive
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Cat SR Drive Motor
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Cat Integrated Powered Electronics
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Automatic retarding controls
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ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
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Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner
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Base machine price includes a rim allowance
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Hydraulically driven demand fan
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Couplings, Cat O-ring face seals
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Doors, service access (locking)
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Ecology drains for engine, radiator, hydraulic tank
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Fuel tank, 555 L (147 gal)
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Hitch, drawbar with pin
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Hoses, Cat XT™
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Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system
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Cat Clean Emission Module
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Oil sampling valves
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Premixed 50 percent concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)
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Rear access to cab and service platform
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Steering, load sensing
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Toe kicks
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Vandalism protection caplocks
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NOTE
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POWER TRAIN
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–50° C (–58° F) antifreeze
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Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
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Engine block heater 120V or 240V
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High ambient cooling – software
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Cat Production Measurement
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Crankcase guard
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Engine brake, SEA
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Other Optional Configurations
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Aggregate Handler
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Millyard
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Load and Carry
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
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Cat Detect, object detection system
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Cab precleaner
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AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
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Satellite Sirius radio with Bluetooth®
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LED warning strobe
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Window pull down visor
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Handrail mounted mirrors
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ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
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Front and rear roading fenders
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Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
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Cold Weather Starting (extra starter plus two batteries)
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Aggregate Handler
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Autodig feature, Tire Slip Prevention
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Wheel Chocks
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EZ Clean cooling system
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Autodig features, Auto Set Tires & Lift Stall Prevention
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Autolube with Auto shutoff
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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Load and Carry Counterweight
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Value Agreements to ensure proper maintenance and performance