988 Wheel Loader

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Engine

Net Power
541 HP
Engine Model
Cat® C18 ™
Bore
6 in
Stroke
7 in
Displacement
1,105 in³
Torque Rise
58 %
Rated Speed
1700/min
Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Gross - ISO 14396
580 HP
Peak Power Speed
1500/rpm
Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Gross - SAE J1995
588 HP
Net Power - SAE J1349
541 HP
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm
2,230 lb/ft
Emissions
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards, Brazil MAR-1 and China Nonroad Stage IV emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA, and U.S. EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II
Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Net Power - SAE J1349
541 HP
Gross - ISO 14396
580 HP
Engine Power - ISO 14396
580 HP
Gross Power - SAE J1995
588 HP
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
541 HP
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
580 HP
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
588 HP

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Standard

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
111 dB(A)
Note (1)
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)
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.

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight
112,574 lb
Bucket Capacity Range
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Rated Payload - Loose Material
16 t
Rated Payload - Quarry Face
13 t
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
773~775
Cat Truck Match - Standard
770~772

Transmission

Transmission Type
Cat planetary powershift
Forward - 1
4 mile/h
Forward - 2
7 mile/h
Forward - 3
13 mile/h
Forward - 4
22 mile/h
Reverse - 1
5 mile/h
Reverse - 2
8 mile/h
Reverse - 3
14 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2
8 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
9 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4
24 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
16 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1
5 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3
14 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 1
Lock-up disabled

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Relief Valve Setting - Main
551 psi
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke
269 mm × 685 mm (8.7 in × 27 in)
Pilot System
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,860 rpm
153 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4,757 psi
Maximum Flow
14 gal/min
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke
210 mm × 1050 mm (8.7 in × 41.3 in)
Lift/Tilt System
Variable displacement piston
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
EH- Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank
188 gal (US)
Cooling System
32 gal (US)
Crankcase
16 gal (US)
Transmission
32 gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Tank Only
63 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
49 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (For Tier 4 Final/Stage IV Only)
9 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
49 gal (US)
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
126 gal (US)
Coolant (Validated by Test Cell Fill Quantities)
33 gal (US)
Transmission - Validated by Test Cell Fill Quantities
29 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
9 gal (US)

Buckets

Bucket Capacities
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)

Axles

Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
13 °

Brakes

Brakes
ISO 3450:2011

Hydraulic System - Steering

Maximum Flow
71 gal/min
Total Steering Angle
86 °
Relief Valve Setting - Steering
4,351 psi
Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
6 s
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
3 s

Hydraulic Cycle Time (1,400-1,860 rpm)

Dump
2 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket
18 s
Rack Back
5 s
Lower Float Down
4 s
Raise
8 s

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV - Standard

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
111 dB(A)
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
72 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Suppression

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
109 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Tier 2 Equivalent/Stage II: Standard

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
112 dB(A)
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
73 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Tier 2 Equivalent/Stage II: Suppression

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
110 dB(A)
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
72 dB(A)

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.

Operator's Cab

ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS
14 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
11 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
15 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
11 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
14 ft
Wheel Base
15 ft
Maximum Overall Length
39 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
2 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
12 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
18 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
25 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift
7 ft

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS
14 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
15 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
11 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
11 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
15 ft
Wheel Base
15 ft
Maximum Overall Length
41 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
2 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
13 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
19 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
26 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift
7 ft

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V - Standard

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
111 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage III - Standard

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
112 dB(A)

PROVEN RELIABILITY

LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY

PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY

PERFORMANCE WITH LESS FUEL

PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY

SAFETY FIRST

SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL

PURPOSE-BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS - BLOCK HANDLER

PURPOSE-BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS - MILLYARD

PURPOSE-BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS - STEEL MILL

  • 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
    • Jump 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 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, deluxe
    • Seat belt minder
    • 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
    • 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, Aluminum Modular Radiator (AMR)
    • 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
    • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
    • Cat Production Measurement ready
  • 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, 712 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
    • High ambient cooling – software
    • Cat Production Measurement
  • Operator Environment
    • Cab precleaner
    • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
    • Satellite Sirius radio with bluetooth
    • LED warning strobe
    • CB radio ready
    • Window pull down visor
    • Handrail mounted mirrors
  • Additional Equipment
    • Additional counterweight
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
    • Cold Weather Starting (extra starter plus two batteries), engine block heater 120V or 240V, heated fuel lines
  • Other Optional Configurations
    • Aggregate Handler
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