988 XE Wheel Loader

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Engine

Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
538 hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396
580 HP
Engine Model
Cat® C18
Gross Power - SAE J1995
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
6 in
Stroke
7 in
Displacement
1,105 in³
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995
2,230 ft·lbf
Torque Rise
58%
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
580 hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
588 hp
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm
2,230 lbf·ft
Note (1)
Two engine emissions options are available: 1. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. 2. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Note (2)
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight
116,362 lb
Operating Weight - Standard
116,362 lb
Operating Weight - High Lift
119,618 lb
Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face)
13 ton (US)
Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard)
16 ton (US)
Bucket Capacity Range
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Rated Payload - Quarry Face
13 t
Rated Payload - Loose Material
16 t

Transmission

Transmission Type
Cat switched reluctance electric drive
Forward 1 (virtual)
4 mile/h
Forward 2 (virtual)
7 mile/h
Forward 3 (virtual)
14 mile/h
Forward 4 (virtual)
20 mile/h
Reverse 1 (virtual)
4 mile/h
Reverse 2 (virtual)
7 mile/h
Reverse 3 (virtual)
18 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
153 gpm
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4,757 psi
Lift Cylinder - Bore
9 in
Lift Cylinder - Stroke
41 in
Tilt Cylinder - Bore
9 in
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke
27 in

Hydraulic Cycle Times

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

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm
71 gpm
Steering Cut Off Pressure
4,351 psi
Total Steering Angle
86°
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
3 s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
6 s

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. • If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system con

Axles

Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
13°

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
147 gal (US)
Cooling System - Jacket Water
30 gal (US)
Cooling Systems - Power Train
8 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
16 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
9 gal (US)
Transmission
16 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
49 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
49 gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Implement/Steering
126 gal (US)
Note
Cat U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) and are compatible* with ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: • 20%

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

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
109 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.
Note (3)
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.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift

Ground to Top of ROPS
14 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
15 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
11 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3 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
Ground to Center of Axles
3 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
Note
Specifications 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
14 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
15 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
11 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3 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
Ground to Center of Axles
3 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
Note
Specifications 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
14 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
14 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
11 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
11 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Fork Tip
17 ft
Wheel Base
15 ft
Maximum Overall Length
42 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
2 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle
3 ft
Fork Height with Level Arms
8 ft
Fork Top Clamp Opening
13 ft
Fork Height at Maximum Lift
17 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
16 ft
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
-39 °

Buckets

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

Sustainability

Recyclability
96%

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V - Standard

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
109 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage III - Standard

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
110 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
109 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
109 dB(A)
Note (1)
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives”
Note (2)
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701
Note (3)
The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)
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.

Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
110 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
110 dB(A)
Note (1)
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives”
Note (2)
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701
Note (3)
The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)
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.

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

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Electrical
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, single 150 amp
    • Batteries, dry
    • High voltage indicator light
    • Lighting system (LED, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
    • Starting and charging system, 24V
    • Auxiliary 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
    • Cat Production Measurement ready
    • Cab, sound suppressed and pressurized, integrated rollover protective structure / falling objects 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
      – Powertrain oil temperature
    • Light, cab, dome
    • Lunchbox, beverage holders
    • CB radio-ready
    • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
    • Rimpull Control System (RCS)
    • Seat, Deluxe
    • Seat belt minder
    • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC) system
    • UV glass
    • Virtual gear indicator
    • Vital Information Management System (VIMS) with Graphical Information Display: External Data Port
    • Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
      – Intermittent front and rear wipers
    • Lights, directional
  • Powertrain
    • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
    • Hydraulic system case drain screens
    • Electro hydraulic parking brake
    • Engine, C18 Mechanically Actuated Electronic Unit Injection (MEUI) diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
    • Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
    • Ground level engine shutdown switch
    • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
    • Radiator, Aluminum Modular Radiator (AMR)
    • Single Pedal Mode with three levels of dynamic braking
    • Starting aid, ether, automatic
    • Throttle lock, electronic
    • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
    • 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 (CEM)
    • Operator assist feature, Tire Slip Prevention
    • 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
  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Powertrain
    • –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze
    • Engine block heater 120V or 240V
    • High ambient cooling – software
    • Crankcase guard
    • Engine brake, software enabled attachment (SEA)
  • Operator Environment
    • Cab precleaner
    • Cat Detect, object detection system
    • Cat Production Measurement
    • Radio, AM/FM/CD/MP3 Bluetooth®
    • 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 service lights
    • Autolube with Auto shutoff
    • Generative braking
    • Wheel Chocks
    • Operator Coaching
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • Operator assist features, Auto Set Tires, and Lift Stall Prevention
    • Additional Counterweight
  • Other Optional Configurations
    • Aggregate Handler
    • Millyard
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