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Material Handling
988 XE
Move more material in less time at a low cost per ton with the Cat® 988 XE wheel loader. The electric-drive 988 XE is faster and more efficient than the powershift 988 in applications that demand high performance and production. Get a fast return on your investment with great overall fuel efficiency and designed-in durability for multiple life cycles.
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 lower cost per ton.
Introduced in 1963, the 988 has been the industry leader for over 60 years, built on a legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and productivity. The 988 XE brings improved sustainability and maximum efficiency to this machine platform.
Introduced in 1963, the 988 has been the industry leader for over 60 years, built on a legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and productivity. The 988 XE brings improved sustainability and maximum efficiency to this machine platform.
Brochures and Spec Sheets
- 988 XE (11A) Product Brochure (Global)
- 988 XE (11B) Product Brochure (Global)
- 988 XE Technical Specifications (Aus-NZ, Europe, Japan, N Am, S Am)
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Specifications
| Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 | 580 | hp |
| Engine Model | ||
| Rated Speed | ||
| Peak Power Speed | ||
| Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 | 588 | hp |
| Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 | 538 | hp |
| Bore | 5.7 | in |
| Stroke | 7.2 | in |
| Displacement | 1105 | in³ |
| Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm | 2230 | lbf·ft |
| Torque Rise | ||
| Note (1) | ||
| Note (2) | ||
| Operating Weight | 116,362 | lb |
| Bucket Capacity Range | ||
| Rated Payload - Quarry Face | 12.5 | t |
| Rated Payload - Loose Material | 16 | t |
| Transmission Type | ||
| Forward 1 (virtual) | 4.3 | mile/h |
| Forward 2 (virtual) | 7 | mile/h |
| Forward 3 (virtual) | 13.8 | mile/h |
| Forward 4 (virtual) | 20 | mile/h |
| Reverse 1 (virtual) | 4.3 | mile/h |
| Reverse 2 (virtual) | 7 | mile/h |
| Reverse 3 (virtual) | 17.5 | mile/h |
| Lift/Tilt System - Circuit | ||
| Lift/Tilt System - Pump | ||
| Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm | 153 | gpm |
| Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt | 4757 | psi |
| Lift Cylinder - Bore | 8.7 | in |
| Lift Cylinder - Stroke | 41.3 | in |
| Tilt Cylinder - Bore | 8.7 | in |
| Tilt Cylinder - Stroke | 27 | in |
| 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 |
| Steering System - Circuit | ||
| Steering System - Pump | ||
| Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm | 71.3 | gpm |
| Steering Cut Off Pressure | 4351 | psi |
| Total Steering Angle | ||
| Steering Cycle Times - High Idle | 3.4 | s |
| Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle | 5.6 | s |
| Air Conditioning | ||
| Front | ||
| Rear | ||
| Oscillation Angle | ||
| Brakes | ||
| ROPS/FOPS | ||
| 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) | ||
| Note (2) | ||
| Note (3) | ||
| Note (4) | ||
| Note (5) | ||
| 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) | ||
| Note (2) | ||
| Note (3) | ||
| Note (4) | ||
| Note (5) | ||
| 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 | 8.7 | 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 | ||
| 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 - Centerline to Bumper | 10.5 | ft |
| Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip | 14.0 | 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-Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 18.0 | ft |
| Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised | 24.5 | ft |
| Reach - Maximum Lift | 6.5 | ft |
| Note | ||
| 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 - Centerline to Bumper | 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-Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 19.3 | ft |
| Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised | 25.8 | ft |
| Reach - Maximum Lift | 6.8 | ft |
| Note | ||
| Ground to Top of ROPS | 13.8 | ft |
| Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks | 13.8 | ft |
| Ground to Top of Hood | 10.9 | ft |
| Ground to Bumper Clearance | 3.1 | ft |
| Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper | 10.5 | ft |
| Front Axle Centerline to Fork Tip | 16.5 | ft |
| Wheel Base | 14.9 | ft |
| Maximum Overall Length | 41.9 | ft |
| Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance | 1.9 | ft |
| Ground to Center of Front Axle | 3.2 | ft |
| Fork Height with Level Arms | 8.1 | ft |
| Fork Top Clamp Opening | 13.1 | ft |
| Fork Height at Maximum Lift | 17.2 | ft |
| Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 16.1 | ft |
| Dump Angle at Maximum Lift | -39.4 | ° |
Standard Equipment
- NOTE
- ELECTRICAL
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- POWERTRAIN
- ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
Optional Equipment
- NOTE
- POWERTRAIN
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- OTHER OPTIONAL CONFIGURATIONS
