988 Wheel Loader
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 low cost per ton. Introduced in 1963, the 988 has been an industry leader for 60 years. Focused on helping our customers succeed, we have continued to build upon each new series. The 988 continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency.
Engine
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
Engine Model
Rated Speed
Peak Power Speed
Emissions
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm
Torque Rise
Operating Specifications
Operating Weight
Rated Payload - Quarry Face
Rated Payload - Loose Material
Bucket Capacity Range
Cat Truck Match - Standard
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
Transmission
Transmission Type
Forward - 1
Forward - 2
Forward - 3
Forward - 4
Reverse - 1
Reverse - 2
Reverse - 3
Direct Drive - Forward 1
Direct Drive - Forward 2
Direct Drive - Forward 3
Direct Drive - Forward 4
Direct Drive - Reverse 1
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
Lift/Tilt System
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,860 rpm
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke
Pilot System
Relief Valve Setting - Main
Hydraulic Cycle Time (1,400-1,860 rpm)
Rack Back
Raise
Dump
Lower Float Down
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket
Hydraulic System - Steering
Steering System - Circuit
Steering System - Pump
Maximum Flow
Relief Valve Setting - Steering
Total Steering Angle
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning
Axles
Front
Rear
Oscillation Angle
Brakes
Brakes
Operator's Cab
ROPS/FOPS
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank
Cooling System
Coolant (Validated by Test Cell Fill Quantities)
Crankcase
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
Transmission
Transmission - Validated by Test Cell Fill Quantities
Differential - Final Drives - Front
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
Hydraulic System - Tank Only
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V - Standard
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage III - Standard
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage
Ground to Top of ROPS
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
Ground to Top of Hood
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
Wheel Base
Maximum Overall Length
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
Clearance at Maximum Lift
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
Reach - Maximum Lift
Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage
Ground to Top of ROPS
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
Ground to Top of Hood
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
Wheel Base
Maximum Overall Length
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
Clearance at Maximum Lift
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
Reach - Maximum Lift
Buckets
Bucket Capacities
Standard Equipment:
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- Note
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- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
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- Electrical
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- 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
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- Operator Environment
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- 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
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- Power Train
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- 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
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- Other
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- 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
Optional Equipment:
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- Note
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- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
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- Power Train
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- –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze
- Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
- High ambient cooling – software
- Cat Production Measurement
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- Operator Environment
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- 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
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- Additional Equipment
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- 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
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- Other Optional Configurations
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- Aggregate Handler
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