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988 (CAB)

ID Number M26028
Product Make CATERPILLAR
Serial Number 0S3J01166
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The Cat® 988 GC Wheel Loader helps you move more material at a low cost per hour for a fast return on your investment. This machine offers significant fuel savings and up to 10% lower owning and operating cost than the 988K.

Operating Weight
112426lb
Bucket Capacity Range
6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3)
Rated Payload - Quarry Face
12.5ton (US)
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
772/773/775
Engine Model
Cat® C15
Rated Speed
2000 rpm
Peak Power Speed
1600 rpm
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
456hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
448hp
Bore
5.4in
Stroke
6.75in
Displacement
927in³
Peak Torque (1,200 rpm) - SAE J1995:2014
1778lbf·ft
Torque Rise
16%
Note (1)
Two engine emission options are available: 1. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 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.
Note (3)
Net power at the flywheel when the fan is at maximum speed is 304 kW / 408 hp per SAE reference conditions.
Transmission Type
Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1
5mile/h
Forward - 2
8mile/h
Reverse - 1
5mile/h
Reverse - 2
8mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 1
Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Forward 2
8mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3
14mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4
24mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1
Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
9mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
16mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 4
25.4mile/h
Note
Travel speeds based on 35/65-R33 tires.
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
EH - Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System - Pump
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm
159gpm
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4598psi
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke
190 mm x 1216 mm (7.5 in x 48 in)
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke
170 mm x 722 mm (6.7 in x 28.4 in)
Pilot System
Variable displacement piston
Relief Valve Setting
500psi
Rack Back
3.8s
Raise
7.5s
Dump
3s
Lower Float Down
4.6s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket
18.9s
Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm
52gpm
Relief Valve Setting - Steering
4000psi
Total Steering Angle
70°
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
3s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
5.2s
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 co
Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
+/-12.5°
Brakes
ISO 3450:2011
ROPS/FOPS
Rollover Protective Structure/Falling Objects Protective Structure (ROPS/FOPS) meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
73dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
113dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
72dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
110dB(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.
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
74dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
113dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
73dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
110dB(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.
Fuel Tank
141gal (US)
Cooling System
27gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
9gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
5.5gal (US)
Transmission
20gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
49gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
45gal (US)
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
94gal (US)
Note
Cat 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% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) *** - 10
Ground to Top of ROPS
13.5ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
13.3ft
Ground to Top of Hood
10.7ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance
2.2ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.3ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
16.7ft
Wheel Base
12.5ft
Maximum Overall Length
39.5ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.5ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle
3.2ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift (45° Dump)
12ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
18.7ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
25ft
Reach at Maximum Lift (45° Dump)
7.7ft
Note
Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires.
  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Electrical
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, single 145 amp
    • Batteries, maintenance free
    • Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V
    • Lighting system (LED, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
    • Starting and charging system, 24V
    • Auxiliary jump start receptacle
  • Operator Environment
    • Cab precleaner
    • Lights, LED
    • AM/FM radio
    • 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/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
    • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
    • Seat, Cat Comfort Cloth, air suspension, six-way adjustable
    • Seat belt minder
    • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) system
    • UV glass
    • Transmission gear indicator
    • Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
      – Intermittent front and rear wipers
    • Lights, directional
    • Cat Production Measurement ready
  • Powertrain
    • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
    • Case drain screens
    • Electro hydraulic parking brake
    • Engine, C15 MEUI™ diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
    • Ground level emergency engine shutdown switch
    • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
    • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
    • Torque converter, neutralizer
    • Transmission, planetary power shift, 4F/4R electronic control
    • Cat Integrated Powered Electronics
    • Automatic retarding controls
    • Crankcase guard
  • 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, 535 L (141 gal)
    • 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.
  • Powertrain
    • High ambient cooling – software
    • Starting aid, ether, automatic
    • Antifreeze -50°C (-58°F)
  • Operator Environment
    • Cat Production Measurement
    • CB radio-ready
    • Cat Detect, object detection system
  • Additional Equipment
    • Front and rear roading fenders

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*Advertised price is for the specific ID number associated with the machine shown on this page identified by Holt of California. The price is for a financed machine. The price does not include sales tax due to varying percentages by city/county or doc fees. Pricing and finance terms subject to approval.

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