988 XE
988 XE
Cat® Large Wheel Loaders set the standard for optimized productivity, minimizing downtime, enhancing operator comfort, and protecting people on your jobsite through key safety features.
Book a Demo
Explore my deals
Specifications
Air Conditioning System
-
Air ConditioningThe 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 contains 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes (2.837 tons).
Axles
-
FrontFixed
-
RearTrunnion
-
Oscillation Angle13°
Brakes
-
BrakesISO 3450:2011
Dimensions - Millyard Linkage
-
Ground to Top of ROPS13.8 ft 4221 mm
-
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks13.8 ft 4214 mm
-
Ground to Top of Hood10.9 ft 3334 mm
-
Ground to Bumper Clearance3.1 ft 933 mm
-
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper10.5 ft 3187 mm
-
Front Axle Centerline to Fork Tip16.5 ft 5023 mm
-
Wheel Base14.9 ft 4550 mm
-
Maximum Overall Length41.9 ft 12761 mm
-
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance1.9 ft 568 mm
-
Ground to Center of Front Axle3.2 ft 978 mm
-
Fork Height with Level Arms8.1 ft 2474 mm
-
Fork Top Clamp Opening13.1 ft 4006 mm
-
Fork Height at Maximum Lift17.2 ft 5242 mm
-
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift16.1 ft 4918 mm
-
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift-39.4 ° -39.4 °
Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift
-
Ground to Top of ROPS13.8 ft 4202 mm
-
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks14.8 ft 4521 mm
-
Ground to Top of Hood10.9 ft 3334 mm
-
Ground to Bumper Clearance3.1 ft 933 mm
-
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper10.5 ft 3187 mm
-
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip15.3 ft 4661 mm
-
Wheel Base14.9 ft 4550 mm
-
Maximum Overall Length40.7 ft 12398 mm
-
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance1.9 ft 568 mm
-
Ground to Center of Axles3.2 ft 978 mm
-
Clearance at Maximum Lift13.3 ft 4043 mm
-
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift19.3 ft 5887 mm
-
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised25.8 ft 7849 mm
-
Reach - Maximum Lift6.8 ft 2062 mm
-
NoteSpecifications 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) - Standard Lift
-
Ground to Top of ROPS13.8 ft 4202 mm
-
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks14.8 ft 4521 mm
-
Ground to Top of Hood10.9 ft 3334 mm
-
Ground to Bumper Clearance3.1 ft 933 mm
-
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper10.5 ft 3187 mm
-
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip14 ft 4254 mm
-
Wheel Base14.9 ft 4550 mm
-
Maximum Overall Length39.3 ft 11991 mm
-
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance1.9 ft 568 mm
-
Ground to Center of Axles3.2 ft 978 mm
-
Clearance at Maximum Lift11.9 ft 3641 mm
-
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift18 ft 5491 mm
-
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised24.5 ft 7455 mm
-
Reach - Maximum Lift6.5 ft 1981 mm
-
NoteSpecifications 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.
Engine
-
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002580 hp 432 kW
-
Engine ModelCat® C18
-
Rated Speed1,700 rpm
-
Peak Power Speed1,500 rpm
-
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014588 hp 439 kW
-
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011538 hp 401 kW
-
Bore5.7 in 145 mm
-
Stroke7.2 in 183 mm
-
Displacement1105 in³ 18.1 l
-
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm2230 lbf·ft 3023 N·m
-
Torque Rise58%
-
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.
Hydraulic Cycle Times
-
Rack Back4.5 s 4.5 s
-
Raise8 s 8 s
-
Dump2.2 s 2.2 s
-
Lower Float Down3.5 s 3.5 s
-
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time18.2 s 18.2 s
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
-
Lift/Tilt System - CircuitEH-Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing
-
Lift/Tilt System - PumpVariable displacement piston
-
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm153 gal/min 580 l/min
-
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt4757 psi 32800 kPa
-
Lift Cylinder - Bore8.7 in 210 mm
-
Lift Cylinder - Stroke41.3 in 1050 mm
-
Tilt Cylinder - Bore8.7 in 266 mm
-
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke27 in 685 mm
Hydraulic System - Steering
-
Steering System - CircuitPilot, load sensing
-
Steering System - PumpPiston, variable displacement
-
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm71.3 gal/min 270 l/min
-
Steering Cut Off Pressure4351 psi 30000 kPa
-
Total Steering Angle86°
-
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle3.4 s 3.4 s
-
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle5.6 s 5.6 s
Operating Specifications
-
Operating Weight116362 lb 52781 kg
-
Bucket Capacity Range4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
-
Rated Payload - Quarry Face12.5 t 11.3 t
-
Rated Payload - Loose Material16 t 14.5 t
Operator's Cab
-
ROPS/FOPSROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Service Refill Capacities
-
Fuel Tank147 gal (US) 555 l
-
Cooling System - Jacket Water30 gal (US) 112 l
-
Cooling Systems - Power Train8 gal (US) 30 l
-
Engine Crankcase16 gal (US) 60 l
-
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank8.7 gal (US) 33 l
-
Transmission16 gal (US) 60 l
-
Differential - Final Drives - Front49 gal (US) 186 l
-
Differential - Final Drives - Rear49 gal (US) 186 l
-
Hydraulic System - Implement/Steering126 gal (US) 475 l
-
NoteCat 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% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)*** • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels • Cat engines meeting Brazil MAR-1 emissions standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA, are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)*** • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * While Caterpillar engines are compatible with these alternative fuels, some regions may not allow their use. ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. *** Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer).
Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA
-
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
-
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)110 dB(A) 110 dB(A)
-
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
-
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**110 dB(A) 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.
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V
-
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
-
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)109 dB(A) 109 dB(A)
-
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
-
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**109 dB(A) 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.
Transmission
-
Transmission TypeCat switched reluctance electric drive
-
Forward 1 (virtual)4.3 mile/h 7 km/h
-
Forward 2 (virtual)7 mile/h 11.3 km/h
-
Forward 3 (virtual)13.8 mile/h 22.2 km/h
-
Forward 4 (virtual)20 mile/h 32.1 km/h
-
Reverse 1 (virtual)4.3 mile/h 7 km/h
-
Reverse 2 (virtual)7 mile/h 11.3 km/h
-
Reverse 3 (virtual)17.5 mile/h 28.2 km/h
Benefits
- With 15+ years of electric-drive experience, the 988 XE combines the simple and robust switched reluctance technology with existing 988 proven machine design.
- More than 90 percent identical to the 988.
- Fewer moving parts than traditional torque converter and mechanical transmission systems.
- Solid-state, fully sealed, and liquid-cooled powered electronics maximize durability in extreme conditions.
- Moves more material more efficiently with improved power and control.
- Cat C18 engine is built and tested to meet your most demanding applications.
- Advanced filtration system for extended performance and reliability of the hydraulic system.
- Achieves long engine life and improved fuel efficiency with reduced high idle speed.
- Automatic retarder controls help maintain optimal speed on grade.
- One-piece castings help provide enhanced front linkage strength in key pin areas.
- Full box section rear frame helps resist torsional shock and twisting forces.
- Durable construction withstands the toughest loading conditions and multiple life cycles.
- Dynamic braking helps achieve long brake life while operating in single pedal mode.
- Electric-drive system eliminates shifting and simplifies operator control, helping to accelerate the learning curve of new operators.
- Superior acceleration, smoother directional shifts, and reduced travel times.
- Maximum responsiveness with Steering and Integrated Control (STIC™).
- Convenient, responsive electro-hydraulic controls help increase operator productivity.
- Superior digging, higher bucket fill factors, and reduced dig times.
- Improved visibility over the top of the linkage.
- Up to 32 percent more fuel efficiency in truck loading applications.
- Continuously variable speed control up to maximum ground speed.
- Positive Flow Control (PFC) hydraulic system helps increase efficiency, bucket feel, and responsiveness with consistent performance.
- Economy mode provides 100% ECM managed engine speed to help provide the most fuel efficient required RPM during machine operation.
- Fully integrated electronic engine controls help make your fuel go farther.
- Engine idle shutdown for less fuel used while idling.
- Flow sharing hydraulics provide full-flow at reduced engine rpm.
- Increased hydraulic speed and faster cycle times help decrease idle time and fuel burn, with optimal efficiency.
- Cat Technologies developed to monitor, manage, and enhance your jobsite operations.
- Cat Payload provides accurate weighing* of the materials you are loading and hauling. Payload data is displayed in real-time to improve productivity and reduce overloading.
- Cat Detect enhances awareness of the environment around working equipment and provides alerts to help keep people and assets safe on the jobsite.
- Product Link™ wirelessly connects you to your equipment, giving you access to essential information you need to know to run your business.
- Gain valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing.
- Optional Advanced Productivity plan provides comprehensive actionable information to help you manage and improve the productivity and profitability of your operations.
- Improved cycle times and better bucket fill factors with optional Operator Coaching.
- Optimized dig segment cycle with optional Operator Assist – Tire Slip Prevention, Auto Set Tires, and Lift Stall Prevention.
- Easy to operate in single pedal with dynamic braking and operator assist features that allow faster training of new operators.
- Increase operator efficiency with Operator Coaching through onboard tips for truck loading operations.
- Operator presence sensing automatically engages the parking brake if the machine detects movement without an operator on the seat.
- External operator seat belt beacon indicates when the seat belt is not being used by the operator.
- Standard LED lights provide a safer work environment while operating in dark conditions.
- Hazardous voltage lamp assures electric drive system is de-energized and machine is safe to work on.
- Achieve precise positioning for easy loading in tight areas with 43 degrees of steering articulation.
- Precise machine control by load-sensing hydraulic steering system.
- Reduced stairway angles and standard stairway lighting helps provide lower risk of slips, trips, and falls due to better visibility of the steps and stairway.
- Computerized monitoring system with warning indicators.
- Standard Cat Vision enhances visibility behind the machine, helping you work safely and confidently.
- Pressurized cabin with filtered air and reduced sound levels.
- Electric-drive system helps maximize consumable life, reducing oil and filter waste. Enables two times the life for power train oil and four times the life for filters.
- Three levels of dynamic braking when operating in single pedal mode helps reduce break wear.
- Operator Assist features help reduce component and tire wear by automating critical dig segments while working in the material pile.
- Reduce the potential for wheel slippage without reducing hydraulic efficiency with RCS (Rimpull Control System) and modulating the left pedal from 100 to 25 percent.
- Long life, rebuildability, and high resale value with low maintenance costs.
- Grouped service points and swing-out engine compartment service doors provide easy access to critical daily service checks.
- Ecology drains to prevent spills.
- Reduced waste with maintenance-free batteries.
- Vehicle Information Management System (VIMS™) notifications to help resolve problems before failure.
- Operators can now monitor tire pressure during operation. Any change sending a fault code to VisionLink®, helps prevent premature tire failure.
- World-class operator comfort and ergonomics.
- Cat Premium Plus seat with standard features including leather finish, forced air heating and cooling, two-way thigh adjustment, power lumbar and back bolster adjustment, and dynamic end dampening to provide total comfort throughout the workday.
- Easy-to-reach levers and seat-mounted implement pod to help reduce fatigue.
- Ergonomic switch placement and displays with LED indicators.
- Two-position rocker switch activates the electro-hydraulic parking brake.
- Reduced vibrations from isolated cab mounts and seat air suspension.
- Automatic cab temperature controls.
- Unload a typical full-length log truck in a single pass with the larger lift and tilt cylinders and a unique tilt lever to maximize linkage force. Designed with 20% more lift capacity and 26% more tilt capacity over the standard 988.
- Swing out fan radiator design for easy service in high-debris millyard applications helping to reduce maintenance and service down time. Auto reversing fan system to help dislodge debris and keep air flowing across the radiator cores.
- Additional counterweight to help increase stability for improved confidence while maneuvering with full loads.
- Purpose-built lift arm with lowered cross member to help increase visibility to the tips of the forks helping to increase the speed when lining up the load and reduce operator movements to see the forks.
Sustainability
- The Cat® C18 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
- The 988 XE emits up to 37% less CO2 than the previous 988K*.
- Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) ** or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.
- The Cat® clean emissions module includes Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC), and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technologies to reduce the engine’s emissions.
- Engine Idle Shutdown Timer reduces fuel burn, greenhouse gas emissions and unnecessary idle time by shutting down the machine after a pre-set idling period.
- Autodig helps you work more efficiently and productively and reduce fuel burn, greenhouse gas emissions, machine wear and operator fatigue.
- Auto Set Tires reduce tire wear and lowers fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
- Rear Object Detection for the 988K XE helps enhance job site safety and blind spot awareness when operating in reverse.
- Cat® Payload technology maximizes loading efficiency, helping operators of every skill level work more accurately to reduce load time, fuel costs and greenhouse gas emissions. Upgrade to Advanced Payload for expanded features and capabilities that can further increase operator efficiency and accuracy.
Equipment Info
NOTE
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
ELECTRICAL
Alarm, back-up
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
POWERTRAIN
Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner
Product Brochures