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Large Wheel Loaders

988K XE Wheel Loader

  • Net Power
    538 HP
  • Engine Model
    Cat® C18 ™
  • Engine Power
    580 HP
  • Gross Power
    588 HP
Engine
Net Power
538 HP
Engine Model
Cat® C18 ™
Engine Power
580 HP
Gross Power
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
5.7 in
Stroke
7.2 in
Displacement
1105 in³
Peak Torque
2230 ft·lbf
Torque Rise
58%
Operating Specifications
Operating Weight
116362 lb
Operating Weight
116362 lb
Operating Weight
119618 lb
Rated Payload
12.5 ton (US)
Rated Payload
16 ton (US)
Bucket Capacity Range
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Transmission
Transmission Type
Cat switched reluctance electric drive
Forward 1
4.3 mile/h
Forward 2
7 mile/h
Forward 3
13.8 mile/h
Forward 4
20 mile/h
Reverse 1
4.3 mile/h
Reverse 2
7 mile/h
Reverse 3
17.5 mile/h
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Lift
EH-Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing
Lift
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 1
153 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting
4757 psi
Lift Cylinder
8.7 in
Lift Cylinder
41.3 in
Tilt Cylinder
8.7 in
Tilt Cylinder
27 in
Hydraulic Cycle Times
Rack Back
4.5 s
Raise
8 s
Dump
2.2 s
Lower Float Down
3.5 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time
18.2 s
Hydraulic System - Steering
Steering System
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System
Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1
71.3 gal/min
Steering Cut Off Pressure
4351 psi
Total Steering Angle
86°
Steering Cycle Times
3.4 s
Steering Cycle Times
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
13°
Brakes
Brakes
ISO 3450:2011
Operator's Cab
ROPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank
147 gal (US)
Cooling System
30 gal (US)
Cooling Systems
8 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
16 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
8.7 gal (US)
Transmission
16 gal (US)
Differential
49 gal (US)
Differential
49 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
126 gal (US)
Note
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, alter
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Standard
Operator Sound Level
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level
109 dB(A)
Note
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
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
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
13.8 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
14.8 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
10.9 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3.1 ft
Rear Axle
10.5 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
14 ft
Wheel Base
14.9 ft
Maximum Overall Length
39.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.9 ft
Ground to Center of Axles
3.2 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
11.9 ft
B
18 ft
Maximum Overall Height
24.5 ft
Reach
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
13.8 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
14.8 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
10.9 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3.1 ft
Rear Axle
10.5 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
15.3 ft
Wheel Base
14.9 ft
Maximum Overall Length
40.7 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.9 ft
Ground to Center of Axles
3.2 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
13.3 ft
B
19.3 ft
Maximum Overall Height
25.8 ft
Reach
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.
Buckets
Bucket Capacities
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Sustainability
Recyclability
96%
  • 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
    • 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, Cat Comfort Series III, heated and ventilated, air suspension, six-way adjustable
    • 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 SR Generator/Pump Drive
    • Cat 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
  • 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, SEA
  • Other Optional Configurations
    • Aggregate Handler
    • Millyard
    • Load and Carry
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cat Detect, object detection system
    • Cab precleaner
    • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
    • Satellite Sirius radio with 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 Starting (extra starter plus two batteries)
    • Aggregate Handler
    • Autodig feature, Tire Slip Prevention
    • Wheel Chocks
    • EZ Clean cooling system
    • Autodig features, Auto Set Tires & Lift Stall Prevention
    • Autolube with Auto shutoff
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • Load and Carry Counterweight