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Large Wheel Loaders

988K Millyard Arrangement

Net Power

541 HP

Operating Weight

139,920 lb

Engine Model

Cat® C18 ™

SPECIFICATIONS

Introduced in 1963, the 988 has been the industry leader for 50 years. Focused on helping our customers succeed, we have continued to build upon each new series. The 988K continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency. The 988K Millyard Arrangement is designed to meet the demands of millyard applications. The features of the 988K Millyard work together to provide a durable and reliable machine to meet the needs of the modern millyard.

    Axles

    Front

    Fixed

    Rear

    Trunnion

    Oscillation Angle

    13°

    Brakes

    Brakes

    SAE J1473 OKT90, ISO 3450:1992

    Dimensions - Millyard Linkage

    Fork Height with Level Arms

    8.1 ft

    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift

    16.1 ft

    Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper

    10.5 ft

    Maximum Overall Length

    41 ft

    Front Axle Centerline to Fork Tip

    15.6 ft

    Wheel Base

    14.9 ft

    Dump Angle at Maximum Lift

    39.4 °

    Ground to Top of Hood

    10.9 ft

    Fork Height at Maximum Lift

    15.3 ft

    Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance

    1.9 ft

    Ground to Center of Front Axle

    3.2 ft

    Ground to Top of ROPS

    13.8 ft

    Ground to Bumper Clearance

    3.1 ft

    Fork Top Clamp Opening

    12.3 ft

    Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks

    13.8 ft

    Engine

    Net Power

    541 HP

    Engine Model

    Cat® C18 ™

    Net Power - SAE J1349

    541 HP

    Bore

    5.7 in

    Stroke

    7.2 in

    Displacement

    1,105 in³

    Torque Rise

    58 %

    Rated Speed

    1700/min

    Peak Power Speed

    1500/min

    Gross - ISO 14396

    580 HP

    Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm

    2,104 lb/ft

    Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Gross - SAE J1995

    588 HP

    Emissions

    U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V Technology or Tier 2 Equivalent

    Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Gross - ISO 14396

    580 HP

    Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Net Power - SAE J1349

    541 HP

    Forks

    Fork End Area

    69 ft²

    Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

    Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke

    292 mm × 671 mm (11.5 in × 26.4 in)

    Maximum Flow

    13.7 gal/min

    Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,860 rpm

    153 gal/min

    Lift/Tilt System

    Variable displacement piston

    Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke

    235 mm × 976 mm (9.25 in × 38.4 in)

    Relief Valve Setting - Main

    580 psi

    Pilot System

    Variable displacement piston

    Lift/Tilt System - Circuit

    EH- Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing

    Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt

    4,641 psi

    Hydraulic System - Steering

    Steering System - Circuit

    Pilot, load sensing

    Steering System - Pump

    Piston, variable displacement

    Relief Valve Setting - Steering

    4,351 psi

    Total Steering Angle

    74 °

    Maximum Flow

    71.3 gal/min

    Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle

    5.6 s

    Steering Cycle Times - High Idle

    3.4 s

    Operating Specifications

    Operating Weight

    139,920 lb

    Tipping Load - Straight

    78,115 lb

    Tipping Load - Articulated 37°

    68,005 lb

    Service Refill Capacities

    Fuel Tank

    188 gal (US)

    Cooling System

    31.7 gal (US)

    Crankcase

    15.9 gal (US)

    Transmission

    31.7 gal (US)

    Differential - Final Drives - Front

    49.1 gal (US)

    Differential - Final Drives - Rear

    49.1 gal (US)

    Hydraulic System - Tank Only

    63.4 gal (US)

    Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank

    8.7 gal (US)

    Hydraulic System Factory Fill

    125.5 gal (US)

    Sound Performance - Standard

    Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)

    111 dB(A)

    Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)

    71 dB(A)

    Sound Performance - Suppression

    Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)

    70 dB(A)

    Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)

    109 dB(A)

    Transmission

    Transmission Type

    Cat-Planetenlastschaltgetriebe

    Forward - 1

    mile/h

    Forward - 2

    7.2 mile/h

    Forward - 3

    12.7 mile/h

    Forward - 4

    21.6 mile/h

    Reverse - 1

    4.7 mile/h

    Reverse - 2

    8.3 mile/h

    Reverse - 3

    14.4 mile/h

    Direct Drive - Forward 1

    Lock-up disabled

    Direct Drive - Forward 2

    7.8 mile/h

    Direct Drive - Forward 3

    13.9 mile/h

    Direct Drive - Forward 4

    24.4 mile/h

    Direct Drive - Reverse 1

    mile/h

    Direct Drive - Reverse 2

    8.9 mile/h

    Direct Drive - Reverse 3

    15.8 mile/h

    • 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 (halogen, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
      • Starting and charging system, 24V
      • Starter emergency start receptacle
      • Starter lockout in bumper
      • Transmission lockout in bumper
    • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
      • Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
      • Air conditioner
      • Cat Detect 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
      • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
      • Rimpull Control System
      • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), air suspension, six-way adjustable
      • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
      • STIC Control System
      • UV glass
      • Transmission 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
      • Swing out radiator system with 6 fpi radiator cores
      • Auto-reversing fan with adjustable controls and manual cycle
      • Hinged, perforated side doors
      • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
      • Case drain screens
      • Crankcase guard
      • Electro hydraulic parking brake
      • Engine, C18 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
      • Ground level engine shutoff
      • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
      • Radiator, Next Generation Modular (NGMR)
      • Starting aid, ether, automatic
      • Throttle lock, electronic
      • Torque converter, Impeller Clutch (ICTC) with Lock up clutch (LUC), Rimpull Control System
      • Transmission, planetary powershift, 4F/3R electronic control
    • OTHER
      • 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, 731 L (188 gal)
      • Hitch, drawbar with pin
      • Hoses, Cat XT™
      • Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system
      • Cat Clean Emission Module
      • Oil sampling valves
      • Premixed 50% 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

    • 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
    • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
      • Cab precleaner
      • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
      • Satellite Sirius radio with bluetooth
      • LED warning strobe
      • CB radio ready
      • Window pull down visor
    • MISCELLANEOUS ATTACHMENTS
      • Front and rear roading fenders
      • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)

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