988K

Wheel Loader

Engine Buckets
Engine Model Cat ® C18 ACERT™ Bucket Capacities 4.7-13 m3 6.2-17 yd3
Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV Operating Specifications
OR Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent Rated Payload – Quarry Face 11.3 tonnes 12.5 tons
OR Tier 2/Stage II Equivalent Rated Payload – Loose Material 14.5 tonnes 16 tons
Gross (ISO 14396) 432 kW 580 hp Operating Weight 51 062 kg 112,574 lb
Net Power – SAE J1349 403 kW 541 hp
Lower your
cost per ton
with industry
leading
efficiency.

Contents
Efficiency ..............................................................4

Structures.............................................................6

Power Train ..........................................................8

Hydraulics ..........................................................10

Operator Station................................................12

Technology Solutions .......................................14

Serviceability .....................................................15

Customer Support .............................................15

Safety ..................................................................16

Sustainability .....................................................18

System Match Efficiency .................................19

Bucket Ground Engaging Tools ......................20

Operating Costs.................................................21

Specifications ....................................................22

Standard Equipment .........................................30

Optional Equipment...........................................31

Mandatory Attachments..................................32

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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 50 years. Focused on helping
our customers succeed, we have continued to build upon each new series. The 988K
continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability,
and efficiency.

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Efficiency
Delivering fuel efficiency you demand
through integrated machine systems.

Economy Mode
Enabling maximum productivity and efficiency, all day every day.

The 988K systems work hard to save you fuel through advanced technologies. Utilizing On Demand Throttle,
operators maintain normal operation with the left pedal and implements while the 988K manages the engine speed.
• Provides similar control and feel to our traditional throttle lock feature.
• Efficiency of manual throttle and the ergonomics of throttle lock operation.
• Reduced fuel consumption by up to 20% compared to the 988H.

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Cat C18 ACERT™ Engine
The Cat C18 ACERT engine is built and tested to meet your
most demanding applications while meeting Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
OR Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent OR Tier 2/Stage II Equivalent
emission standards.
• Fully integrated electronic engine controls works in concert
with the entire machine to make your fuel go farther.
• Use less fuel idling with Engine Idle Shutdown.
• Maximized durability with Delayed Engine Shutdown.

Cat Planetary Powershift Transmission

Featuring all new Advanced Productivity Electronic Control
Shifting (APECS) transmission controls provides greater momentum
on grades and fuel savings by carrying that momentum through
the shift points.

Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC)

Enable your operators to maximize efficiency by varying machine
rimpull while putting more horsepower to hydraulics.
• Reduced tire wear
• Enables full throttle shifts for faster cycle times
• Provides smooth approach to the dump target for less spillage
and faster cycle times.

Cat Torque Converter with Lock-up Clutch

• Eliminates TC losses while lowering system heat
• Improves travel speeds
• Reduces cycle times in load and carry operations

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Structures
Best built for the toughest conditions.

Lift Arms
• Excellent visibility to the bucket edges and work area through
a Z-bar design.
• High load stresses are absorbed by the solid steel lift arms.
• Enhance strength in key pin areas through the use of one piece castings.
• Stress relieved lift arms increase durability and lengthen time to repair.

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Robust Structures
Your bottom line is improved by highly durable structures that achieve multiple
life cycles and withstand the toughest loading conditions.
• Full box-section rear frame resists torsional shock and twisting forces.
• Heavy-duty steering cylinder mounts efficiently transmit steering loads
into the frame.
• Axle mounting has been optimized for increased structural integrity.
• Lower hitch pin, frame plate, and bearing size have been increased
for longer life.

Front Linkage
To ensure long life and reliability, the linkage pin joints feature
a greased pin design with an auto lube system attachment available
from the factory.

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 Steering and Transmission Integrated Control System (STIC™)
Experience maximum responsiveness and control with STIC that
combines directional selection, gear selection and steering into
a single lever.
• Simple side-to-side motion turns machine right or left, minimizing
operator movements.
• Easy to operate finger controlled gear selection.
• Smoother, faster cycles and less operator fatigue through
the use of low effort integrated controls.

Cat Planetary Powershift Transmission

Building your success begins with a best-in-class transmission designed
specifically for mining applications.
• Consistent, smooth shifting and efficiency through integrated
electronic controls that utilize Advanced Productivity Electronic
Control Strategy (APECS).
• Long life and reliability through heat treat gear and metallurgy.
• Four forward and three reverse speeds to match your application.

Cat C18 ACERT Engine

Durability and efficiency at the heart of your
988K comes from the Cat C18 ACERT Engine.
Optimum performance is built in through the
use of a 6 cylinder, four-stroke design.
• Optimized performance and quick engine response
with an electronic control module.
• Reliable efficiency with complete control
over injection timing, duration and pressure
with Mechanically Actuated Electronic Unit
Injection (MEUI™).
• Extended engine life and improved fuel efficiency
with reduced rated speed.
• Designed to meet Tier 4 Final/Stage IV OR Tier 3/
Stage IIIA Equivalent OR Tier 2/Stage II Equivalent
emission standards.

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 Power Train
Move material more efficiently with improved power and control.

Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC) and Rimpull Control System (RCS)
Lower your cost per ton utilizing advanced ICTC and RCS for modulated rimpull.
• Reduce tire slippage and wear by modulating rimpull from 100 to 25 percent while depressing left pedal. After 25 percent rimpull
is achieved the left pedal applies the brake.
• Reduce the potential for wheel slippage without reducing hydraulic efficiency with RCS.
• Improve fuel efficiency in certain applications with our lock-up clutch torque converter providing direct drive.

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Hydraulics
Productivity enabling you to move more and make more.

Positive Flow Control Hydraulics

Increase efficiency through our Positive Flow Control
(PFC) Hydraulic System. PFC has concurrent pump and
valve control. By optimizing pump control, hydraulic oil
flow is proportionate to implement lever movement.
• Fast, productive cycles are enabled by the fully
variable implement pump.
• Increase bucket feel and control through increased
hydraulic response.
• Consistent performance and efficiency with lower
system heat.
• Full hydraulic flow down to 1,400 engine rpm enabled
by flow sharing technology.

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Electro Hydraulic Controls
Operators increase productivity with our responsive
implements feature.
• Operate comfortably through electronically controlled
hydraulic cylinder stops.
• Handle easy-to-use soft detent controls.
• Conveniently set automatic implement kickouts from
inside the cab.

Steering System
Confident loader operation starts with precise machine
control enabled by the 988K’s load sensing hydraulic
steering system.
• Increase efficiency with our variable displacement
piston pumps.
• Achieve precise positioning for easy loading in tight
areas with 43 degrees of steering articulation.
• Enhance operator comfort with integrated steering
and transmission control functions.

Filtration System
Benefit from extended performance and reliability of your
hydraulic system with our advanced filtration system.
• Case drain screens.
• Hydraulic oil cooler return filter.
• Pilot filter.
• Return screens inside hydraulic tank.
• Axle oil cooler screens if equipped.

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 Your operators can work more efficiently and stay comfortable
with our customer-inspired cab features.

Entry and Exit

Enter and exit the cab easily and safely with these newly designed,
ergonomic features.
• Fold up STIC steer/armrest.
• Reduced access stairway angles.
• Standard stairway lighting.

Cat Comfort Series III Seat

Enhance comfort and helps reduce operator fatigue with
Cat Comfort Series III seat.
• Mid back design and extra thick, contoured cushions.
• Air suspension system.
• Easy-to-reach seat levers and controls for six way adjustments.
• Seat-mounted implement pod and STIC steer that moves
with the seat.
• 76 mm (3 in) wide retractable seat belt.

Control Panel
Ergonomic placement of switches and information display keep
your operators comfortable all day every day.
• Large backlit membrane switches feature LED activation
indicators.
• Switches feature ISO symbols for quick function identification.
• Two position rocker switch activates the electro hydraulic
park brake.

Environment
Your operator’s productivity is enhanced with our
clean, comfortable cab environment.
• Experience reduced vibrations from isolated cab
mounts and seat air suspension.
• Maintain desired cab temperature with automatic
temperature controls.
• Pressurized cab with filtered air.
• Reduced operator sound levels.
• Convenient floor storage tray/lunch box.

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 Operator Station
Best-in-class operator comfort and ergonomics.

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Technology Solutions

Greater productivity through

Integrated Electronic Systems.

Integrated electronics provide flexible levels of information to both the

site and the operator. This integration creates a smart machine and
more informed operator, maximizing the productivity of both.

Information Display
We have worked hard to help our customers and operators perform at
their best through our newly upgraded touch screen information display.
• Intuitive operation and easy navigation with our enhanced user interface.
• Decrease service time by keeping operators informed about
machine systems.
• Quick on-the-go weighing with the Cat Production Measurement.

Cat Product Link™

Take the guesswork out of asset management with Product Link
remote monitoring.
• Remote access to information through the easy-to-use
VisionLink® interface.
• Maximize uptime by staying informed on machine systems and
diagnostic codes.
• Track machine with utilization, fuel usage, and payload summaries.
• Stay up to date on machine location, service meter hours, and
reporting status.

Vital Information Management System (VIMS™)

Connect directly to the machine for access to a wide range of sensor
information and enhanced machine data.
• Create productivity reports with payload and work cycle segmentation.
• Identify operator training needs through productivity data.
• Detailed data logging of machine parameters and diagnostic codes.
• Track machine sensor information with trend analysis and histograms
to monitor machine health.

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 Serviceability
Enabling high uptime by reducing your service time.

We can help you succeed by ensuring your 988K

has design features to reduce your downtime.
• Safe and convenient service with ground level
or platform access and grouped service points.
• Swing-out doors on both sides of the engine
compartment provide easy access to important
daily service checks.
• Ecology drains for ease of service and prevention
of spilling potential environmental contaminants.
• Reduce downtime with VIMS system notifications
so your operators and technicians can resolve any
problems before failure.
• Ground level access to transmission control valves.

Customer Support
Your Cat dealers know how to keep your
machines productive.

Legendary Cat Dealer Support

A valued partner, your Cat dealer is available
whenever you need them.
• Preventive maintenance programs and
guaranteed maintenance contracts.
• Best-in-class parts availability.
• Improve your efficiency with operator training.
• Genuine Cat Remanufactured parts.

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Safety
Making your safety our priority.

Machine Access
• Left and right hand stairs with 45 degree angle enhance
We are constantly improving our products in an effort safety for operators getting on and off the 988K.
to provide a safe work environment for the operator • Continuous walkway with non-skid surfaces are designed
and those who work on your job site. into the service areas.
• Maintain three points of contact at all times through ground
level or platform accessible service areas.

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Visibility Operator Environment
• Optional heated mirrors ensure enhanced visibility for • Reduced vibrations to the operator with isolated cab mounts
safe operation. and seat mounted implement and steering controls.
• Standard Cat Vision or optional Cat Detect with radar increase • Low interior sound levels.
operator awareness around the machine. • Pressurized cab with filtered air.
• Optional HID or LED lights provide excellent workspace visibility. • Standard 76 mm (3 in) seat belts on the operator seat.
• Optional cab mounted LED warning beacons.

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Sustainability
Stewards of the environment.

Reducing the Impact to the Environment

Sustainability is designed and built into our 988K’s features.
• Burns up to 20% less fuel than the previous model to minimize your carbon footprint.
• Engine Idle Shutdown can help you save fuel by avoiding unnecessary idling.
• Reduce waste with our maintenance free batteries.
• Built for multiple lives, the Cat 988 is one of the most rebuilt products. To assist with maximizing machine life, Caterpillar provides a
number of sustainable options such as our Reman and Certified Rebuild programs. In these programs, reused or remanufactured
components can deliver cost savings of 40 to 70 percent, which lowers operating cost while benefiting the environment.
• Caterpillar offers retrofit packages to bring new features to older machines, maximizing your resource. And, when you go through
the Cat Certified Rebuild program, these retrofit kits are part of the rebuild process.

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 System Match Efficiency
Efficient loading/hauling system starts with a perfect match.

770 772 773 775

Standard Lift 3 4
High Lift 5 6

Efficient Combination
For full truck payloads with minimum loading time, an efficient loading/hauling system starts with a perfect match. Cat wheel loaders
are matched with Cat off-highway trucks to maximize volume of material moved at the lowest operating cost per ton. The 988K
equipped with the standard linkage will pass match the 770 (36 tonnes/40 tons) in 3 passes and the 772 (45 tonnes/50 tons) in 4 passes.
Equipped with a high lift linkage the 988K is capable of loading a 773 (56 tonnes/61.7 tons) in 5 passes and the 775 (64 tonnes/70 tons)
in 6 passes.

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 Bucket Ground Engaging Tools

Protect your investment.

Performance Series Buckets

Performance Series Buckets feature an optimized profile maximizing material
retention and minimizing dig time, translating into significant productivity and
fuel efficiency improvements. All 988K buckets are manufactured with the
Performance Series design.

Rock Bucket
Applications: Face loading tightly compacted pit materials.

General Purpose Bucket

Applications: Loading loose, stockpiled material.

GET Options
Multiple GET options are available to customize your 988K to your application,
such as:
• Sidebar protectors.
• General duty and penetration tips.
• Standard and half arrow segments.

Enhance the productivity of your loader

and protect your investment in buckets
with our Ground Engaging Tools (GET).
Your knowledgeable Cat dealer will work
with you to understand your application
and needs for the GET that is best for you.

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 Operating Costs
Save Time and Money by Working Smart.

Data from customer machines show Cat wheel loaders are Machine configuration, operator technique, and job site layout
among the most fuel efficient machines in the industry. can impact fuel consumption.
• Machine Configuration – Select the correct work tool and tire
Several features contribute to this excellent fuel efficiency:
type based on machine application. Ensure proper inflation
• Performance Series Buckets – Deliver faster fill times and
pressures. Utilize the Economy Mode setting for maximum
better material retention, ultimately reducing cycle times while
efficiency.
improving productivity and fuel efficiency.
• Job Site Layout – Spot loading targets in the right position.
• Positive Flow Control Hydraulics – Provides only the hydraulic
Avoid traveling more than 1.5 tire revolutions during truck
flow required by the implement and steering systems for
loading cycles. Reduce transport distance for load and carry
improved fuel efficiency and greater rimpull.
cycles by optimizing job site layout.
• ACERT Engine – Advanced engine controls maximizes power
• Loading Bucket – Load in first gear. Raise and tilt bucket quickly
and efficiency.
and do not use a “pumping” motion. Avoid lift lever detent and
• Economy Mode – Featuring On Demand Throttle, Economy
use impeller clutch.
Mode optimizes power for maximum fuel savings with minimal
• Loading Truck or Hopper – Do not raise the work tool any
impact on production.
higher than necessary. Keep engine rpm low and unload in
• Engine Idle Shutdown – Automatic engine and electrical
controlled manner.
system shutdown conserves fuel.
• Idle – Set the parking brake to engage Engine Idle
• Lock up Torque Converter – Transfers more power to the
Management System.
ground and optimizes fuel efficiency in all applications.
• Advanced Productivity Electronic Control Strategy (APECS) –
All new APECS transmission controls provides greater
momentum on grades and fuel savings by carrying that
momentum through the shift points.

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988K Wheel Loader Specifications

Engine Transmission
Engine Model Cat C18 ACERT Transmission Type Cat planetary power shift
Emissions Tier 4 Final/Stage IV Forward 1 6.5 km/h 4.0 mph
OR Tier 3/Stage IIIA Forward 2 11.6 km/h 7.2 mph
Equivalent OR Tier 2/
Forward 3 20.4 km/h 12.7 mph
Stage II Equivalent
Forward 4 34.7 km/h 21.6 mph
Rated Speed 1,700 rpm
Reverse 1 7.5 km/h 4.7 mph
Peak Power Speed 1,500 rpm
Reverse 2 13.3 km/h 8.3 mph
Gross – ISO 14396 432 kW 580 hp
Reverse 3 23.2 km/h 14.4 mph
Gross – SAE J1995 439 kW 588 hp
Direct Drive Forward 1 Lock-up disabled
Net Power – SAE J1349 403 kW 541 hp
Direct Drive Forward 2 12.5 km/h 7.8 mph
Bore 145 mm 5.7 in
Direct Drive Forward 3 22.3 km/h 13.9 mph
Stroke 183 mm 7.2 in
Direct Drive Forward 4 39.3 km/h 24.4 mph
Displacement 18.1 L 1,105 in3
Direct Drive Reverse 1 8.0 km/h 5.0 mph
Peak Torque @ 1,200 rpm 2852 N·m 2,104 lb-ft
Direct Drive Reverse 2 14.3 km/h 8.9 mph
Torque Rise 58%
Direct Drive Reverse 3 25.5 km/h 15.8 mph
Operating Specifications • Travel speeds based on 35/65-R33 tire.

Operating Weight 51 062 kg 112,574 lb

Rated Payload – Quarry Face 11.3 tonnes 12.5 tons
Rated Payload – Loose Material 14.5 tonnes 16 tons
Bucket Capacity Range 4.7-13 m3 6.2-17 yd3
Cat Truck Match – Standard 770-772
Cat Truck Match – High Lift 773-775

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Hydraulic System – Lift/Tilt

Service Refill Capacities

Lift/Tilt System – Circuit EH- Positive Flow Fuel Tank 712 L 188 gal
Control, Flow Sharing Cooling System 120 L 31.7 gal
Lift/Tilt System Variable displacement Coolant 125 L 33 gal
piston (validated by test cell fill quantities)
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,860 rpm 580 L/min 153 gal/min Crankcase 60 L 15.9 gal
Relief Valve Setting – Lift/Tilt 32 800 kPa 4,757 psi Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 33 L 8.7 gal
Cylinders, Double Acting: 210 mm × 8.7 in ×
(for Tier 4 Final/Stage IV only)
Lift, Bore and Stroke 1050 mm 41.3 in
Transmission 120 L 31.7 gal
Cylinders, Double Acting: 269 mm × 8.7 in × Transmission 110 L 29 gal
Tilt, Bore and Stroke 685 mm 27 in (validated by test cell fill quantities)
Pilot System Variable displacement Differentials and Final Drives – Front 186 L 49.1 gal
piston
Differentials and Final Drives – Rear 186 L 49.1 gal
Maximum Flow 52 L/min 13.7 gal/min
Hydraulic System Factory Fill 475 L 125.5 gal
Relief Valve Setting 3800 kPa 551 psi
Hydraulic System (tank only) 240 L 63.4 gal
Hydraulic Cycle Time (1,400-1,860 rpm)
• All non-road Tier 4 Final/Stage IV, and Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)
diesel engines are required to use:
Rackback 4.5 Seconds – Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuels containing 15 ppm (mg/kg)
Raise 8.0 Seconds sulfur or less. Biodiesel blends up to B20 are acceptable when
blended with 15 ppm (mg/kg) sulfur or less ULSD and when
Dump 2.2 Seconds
the biodiesel feedstock meets ASTM D7467 specifications.
Lower Float Down 3.5 Seconds – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4,

Total Hydraulic Cycle Time 18.2 Seconds and ACEA E9 specifications are required.

(empty bucket) – Only use DEF that meets ISO 22241-1 standards.

Hydraulic System – Steering

Axles

Steering System – Circuit Pilot, load sensing Front Fixed

Steering System – Pump Piston, variable displacement Rear Trunnion
Maximum Flow 270 L/min 71.3 gal/min Oscillation Angle 13°
Relief Valve Setting – Steering 30 000 kPa 4,351 psi
Total Steering Angle 86° Brakes
Steering Cycle Time (high idle) 3.4 sec Brakes SAE J1473 OCT90,
Steering Cycle Time (low idle) 5.6 sec ISO 3450:1992

Sound Performance – Tier 4 Final/Stage IV

Standard Suppression
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 111 dB(A) 109 dB(A)

Sound Performance – Tier 2 Equivalent/Stage II

Standard Suppression
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 73 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 112 dB(A) 110 dB(A)
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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988K Wheel Loader Specifications

Dimensions

All dimensions are approximate.

Standard Lift High Lift

1 Ground to Top of ROPS 4187 mm 13.7 ft 4187 mm 13.7 ft
2 Ground to Top of Exhaust Stack (Tier 4) 4498 mm 14.8 ft 4498 mm 14.8 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stack (LRC) 4199 mm 13.8 ft 4199 mm 13.8 ft
3 Ground to Top of Hood 3334 mm 10.9 ft 3334 mm 10.9 ft
4 Ground to Bumper Clearance 933 mm 3.1 ft 933 mm 3.1 ft
5 Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper 3187 mm 10.5 ft 3187 mm 10.5 ft
6 Front Axle Center Line to Bucket Tip 4467 mm 14.7 ft 4854 mm 15.9 ft
7 Wheelbase 4550 mm 14.9 ft 4550 mm 14.9 ft
8 Maximum Overall Length 12 204 mm 40.0 ft 12 582 mm 41.3 ft
9 Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 568 mm 1.9 ft 568 mm 1.9 ft
10 Ground to Center of Front Axle 978 mm 3.2 ft 978 mm 3.2 ft
11 Clearance at Maximum Lift 3445 mm 11.3 ft 3882 mm 12.7 ft
12 B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift 5479 mm 18.0 ft 5881 mm 19.3 ft
13 Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised 7455 mm 24.5 ft 7849 mm 25.8 ft
14 Reach at Maximum Lift 2074 mm 6.8 ft 2130 mm 7.0 ft

Note: Specs are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3) rock bucket.

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 988K Wheel Loader Specifications

Bucket Capacity/Material Density Selection Guide

Standard Lift/High Lift

Rated Payload (Quarry Face) – 11.3 tonnes/12.5 tons
Material Density Bucket Volume
kg/m3 lb/yd3 tonnes/m3 tons/yd3 m3 yd3
1468-1614 2,500-2,750 1.47-1.61 1.25-1.38 7.6 10.00
1638-1801 2,778-3,056 1.64-1.80 1.39-1.53 6.9 9.00
1766-1942 3,001-3,300 1.77-1.94 1.50-1.65 6.4 8.33

Standard Lift/High Lift

Rated Payload (Loose Material) – 14.5 tonnes/16 tons
Material Density Bucket Volume
kg/m3 lb/yd3 tonnes/m3 tons/yd3 m3 yd3
1510-1667 2,560-2,816 1.51-1.67 1.28-1.41 9.6 12.5
1726-1905 2,909-3,200 1.73-1.90 1.45-1.60 8.4 11
1908-2105 3,200-3,520 1.91-2.11 1.60-1.76 7.6 10

Note: Rated Payload is the material weight in the bucket that the loader is designed to carry, excluding the weight of the bucket, GET, and wear material. Rated Payloads
are published at 100%, even though Caterpillar does allow 110%. These values are given in terms of mass. There is no consideration to loose density weights of
various materials since they are so diverse.

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988K Wheel Loader Specifications

Aggregate Package Operating Specifications – Standard Lift

For machines equipped with 35/65 R33 XLDD1 tires – see additional tables for other tire sizes.

988K Std Lift Tires: 35/65 R33 XLDD1, PN 339-8790, SLR: 978 mm

Bucket Type General Purpose

Ground Engaging Tool Adapters or BOCE

Cutting Edge Type Straight

Bucket Part Number 472-0120 435-4029 347-4990 347-4980

Struck Capacity m3 8.0 7.0 6.0 5.5
yd3 10.5 9.2 7.8 7.2
Heaped Capacity (Rated) m3 9.6 8.4 7.6 6.9
yd3 12.5 11.0 10.0 9.0
Bucket Width mm 3897 3897 3897 3897
ft 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8
Dump Clearance at Full Lift and 45° Discharge (Bare) mm 3642 3741 3818 3902
ft 11.9 12.3 12.5 12.8
Reach at Lift and 45° Discharge (Bare) mm 1898 1787 1722 1645
ft 6.2 5.9 5.7 5.4
Digging Depth (Segment) mm 200 208 200 195
in 7.9 8.2 7.9 7.7
Overall Length (Bucket Level Ground) mm 11 965 11 822 11 716 11 598
ft 39.3 38.8 38.4 38.1
Overall Height with Bucket at Full Raise mm 7830 7688 7591 7487
ft 25.7 25.2 24.9 24.6
Loader Clearance Circle (SAE Carry Bare) mm 17 382 17 303 17 240 17 173
ft 57.0 56.8 56.6 56.3
Full Dump Angle degrees –49.8 –49.8 –49.8 –49.8
Static Tipping Load – Straight (Rigid Tire) kg 39 436 39 922 40 321 40 726
lb 86,941 88,013 88,892 89,785
Static Tipping Load – Straight (Tire Squash) kg 37 085 37 603 38 008 38 428
lb 81,758 82,900 83,793 84,719
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 35°) (Rigid Tire) kg 35 173 35 641 36 031 36 423
lb 77,543 78,575 79,435 80,299
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 35°) (Tire Squash) kg 31 461 31 981 32 383 32 799
lb 69,360 70,506 71,392 72,309
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 43°) (Rigid Tire) kg 33 104 33 563 33 949 34 334
lb 72,982 73,994 74,845 75,693
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 43°) (Tire Squash) kg 29 003 29 519 29 918 30 327
lb 63,941 65,078 65,958 66,860
Breakout Force kN 381 413 437 468
lbf 85,652 92,846 98,241 105,211
Operating Weight kg 53 379 53 104 52 816 52 576
lb 117,681 117,074 116,439 115,909
Weight Distribution at SAE Carry (Unloaded)
Front kg 27 257 26 781 26 290 25 875
lb 60,090 59,042 57,960 57,044
Rear kg 26 123 26 323 26 526 26 701
lb 57,591 58,033 58,479 58,865
Weight Distribution at SAE Carry (Loaded)
Front kg 50 724 50 137 49 596 49 103
lb 111,828 110,533 109,341 108,253
Rear kg 17 170 17 482 17 735 17 988
lb 37,853 38,542 39,098 39,656

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 988K Wheel Loader Specifications

Operating Specifications – Standard Lift

For machines equipped with 35/65 R33 XLDD1 tires – see additional tables for other tire sizes.

988K Std Lift Tires: 35/65 R33 XLDD1, PN: 339-8790, SLR: 978 mm
Bucket Type General Purpose Rock HD Rock
Ground Engaging Tool Adapters or BOCE K130 K130 K130 K130
Cutting Edge Type Straight Straight Spade Spade Spade Spade
Bucket Part Number 347-4990 347-4980 347-4960 347-4950 347-4970 339-1370
Struck Capacity m3 6.0 5.5 6.5 5.5 5.0 5.0
yd3 7.8 7.2 8.5 7.2 6.5 6.5
Heaped Capacity (Rated) m3 7.6 6.9 7.6 6.9 6.4 6.4
yd3 10.0 9.0 10.0 9.0 8.3 8.3
Bucket Width mm 3897 3855 4020 4020 4020 4080
ft 12.8 12.6 13.2 13.2 13.2 13.4
Dump Clearance at Full Lift and 45° Discharge (Bare) mm 3810 3894 3595 3807 3728 3714
ft 12.5 12.8 11.8 12.5 12.2 12.2
Dump Clearance at Full Lift and 45° Discharge (with Teeth) mm — — 3402 3445 3535 3509
ft — — 11.2 11.3 11.6 11.5
Reach at Lift and 45° Discharge (Bare) mm 1730 1653 1944 1778 1811 1824
ft 5.7 5.4 6.4 5.8 5.9 6.0
Reach at Lift and 45° Discharge (with Teeth) mm — — 2127 2074 1994 1998
ft — — 7.0 6.8 6.5 6.6
Reach with Lift Arms Horizontal and Bucket Level (Teeth) mm 3668 3554 4237 4144 4049 4071
ft 12.0 11.7 13.9 13.6 13.3 13.4
Digging Depth (Segment) mm 203 198 204 204 204 204
in 8 8 8 8 8 8
Overall Length (Bucket Level Ground) mm 11 714 11 597 12 286 12 204 12 098 12 119
ft 38.4 38.0 40.3 40.0 39.7 39.8
Overall Height with Bucket at Full Raise mm 7583 7479 7549 7455 7373 7376
ft 24.9 24.5 24.8 24.5 24.2 24.2
Loader Clearance Circle (SAE Carry with Teeth) mm 17 240 17 173 17 400 17 338 17 295 17 317
ft 56.6 56.3 57.1 56.9 56.7 56.8
Full Dump Angle degrees 51 51 51 51 51 51
Static Tipping Load – Straight (Rigid Tire) kg 34 768 35 148 33 811 34 249 34 390 33 331
lb 76,650 77,488 74,541 75,506 75,817 73,483
Static Tipping Load – Straight (Tire Squash) kg 32 718 33 116 31 785 32 242 32 399 31 350
lb 72,131 73,008 70,074 71,081 71,427 69,115
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 35°) (Rigid Tire) kg 31 139 31 508 30 196 30 625 30 760 29 703
lb 68,649 69,462 66,571 67,517 67,815 65,484
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 35°) (Tire Squash) kg 27 990 28 384 27 078 27 532 27 692 26 648
lb 61,707 62,576 59,697 60,698 61,050 58,749
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 43°) (Rigid Tire) kg 29 377 29 740 28 441 28 866 28 998 27 941
lb 64,765 65,566 62,701 63,638 63,930 61,600
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 43°) (Tire Squash) kg 25 883 26 273 24 980 25 432 25 591 24 549
lb 57,062 57,922 55,071 56,068 56,418 54,121
Breakout Force kN 437 468 371 392 410 402
lbf 98,316 105,297 83,330 88,207 92,170 90,383
Operating Weight kg 50 306 50 065 50 873 50 530 50 502 51 481
lb 110,905 110,375 112,155 111,399 111,337 113,496
Weight Distribution at SAE Carry (Unloaded)
Front kg 27 450 27 034 28 538 27 979 27 880 29 476
lb 60,516 59,600 62,916 61,683 61,465 64,982
Rear kg 22 856 23 031 22 335 22 551 22 622 22 005
lb 50,388 50,775 49,239 49,716 49,873 48,514
Weight Distribution at SAE Carry (Loaded)
Front kg 45 653 45 177 46 776 46 164 46 028 47 629
lb 100,649 99,599 103,123 101,773 101,474 105,003
Rear kg 15 992 16 228 15 437 15 706 15 814 15 192
lb 35,257 35,777 34,032 34,627 34,864 33,493

Michelin XLDD1 2 Star with 6.3 bar (92 psi) pressure.

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988K Wheel Loader Specifications

Aggregate Package Operating Specifications – High Lift

For machines equipped with 35/65 R33 XLDD1 tires – see additional tables for other tire sizes.

988K Std Lift Tires: 35/65 R33 XLDD1, PN 339-8790, SLR: 978 mm

Bucket Type General Purpose

Ground Engaging Tool Adapters or BOCE

Cutting Edge Type Straight

Bucket Part Number 472-0120 435-4029 347-4990 347-4980

Struck Capacity m3 8.0 7.0 6.0 5.5
yd3 10.5 9.2 7.8 7.2
Heaped Capacity (Rated) m3 9.6 8.4 7.6 6.9
yd3 12.5 11.0 10.0 9.0
Bucket Width mm 3897 3897 3897 3897
ft 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8
Dump Clearance at Full Lift and 45° Discharge (Bare) mm 4035 4135 4211 4296
ft 13.2 13.6 13.8 14.1
Reach at Lift and 45° Discharge (Bare) mm 1987 1876 1811 1734
ft 6.5 6.2 5.9 5.7
Digging Depth (Segment) mm 219 227 219 214
in 8.6 8.9 8.6 8.4
Overall Length (Bucket Level Ground) mm 12 371 12 227 12 122 12 005
ft 40.6 40.1 39.8 39.4
Overall Height with Bucket at Full Raise mm 8224 8082 7985 7881
ft 27.0 26.5 26.2 25.9
Loader Clearance Circle (SAE Carry Bare) mm 17 741 17 660 17 595 17 525
ft 58.2 57.9 57.7 57.5
Full Dump Angle degrees –50.1 –50.1 –50.1 –50.1
Static Tipping Load – Straight (Rigid Tire) kg 40 171 40 598 40 975 41 343
lb 88,562 89,503 90,334 91,146
Static Tipping Load – Straight (Tire Squash) kg 37 906 38 372 38 757 39 143
lb 83,568 84,596 85,444 86,295
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 35°) (Rigid Tire) kg 35 665 36 080 36 449 36 806
lb 78,628 79,543 80,356 81,143
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 35°) (Tire Squash) kg 31 876 32 351 32 735 33 121
lb 70,274 71,322 72,168 73,019
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 43°) (Rigid Tire) kg 33 478 33 886 34 252 34 604
lb 73,806 74,706 75,513 76,289
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 43°) (Tire Squash) kg 29 257 29 732 30 114 30 499
lb 64,501 65,548 66,390 67,239
Breakout Force kN 350 380 403 431
lbf 78,683 85,427 90,598 96,893
Operating Weight kg 56 280 56 005 55 716 55 476
lb 124,075 123,469 122,834 122,304
Weight Distribution at SAE Carry (Unloaded)
Front kg 27 074 26 575 26 061 25 626
lb 59,688 58,588 57,455 56,497
Rear kg 29 206 29 429 29 655 29 850
lb 64,388 64,880 65,378 65,807
Weight Distribution at SAE Carry (Loaded)
Front kg 51 789 51 190 50 631 50 125
lb 114,176 112,854 111,621 110,507
Rear kg 19 005 19 330 19 601 19 866
lb 41,899 42,615 43,212 43,796

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 988K Wheel Loader Specifications

Operating Specifications – High Lift

For machines equipped with 35/65 R33 XLDD1 tires – see additional tables for other tire sizes.

988K HL Tires: 35/65 R33 XLDD1, PN: 339-8790, SLR: 978 mm

Bucket Type General Purpose Rock HD Rock
Ground Engaging Tool Adapters or BOCE K130 K130 K130 K130
Cutting Edge Type Straight Straight Spade Spade Spade Spade
Bucket Part Number 347-4990 347-4980 347-4960 347-4950 347-4970 339-1370
Struck Capacity m3 6.0 5.5 6.5 5.5 5.0 5.0
yd3 7.8 7.2 8.5 7.2 6.5 6.5
Heaped Capacity (Rated) m3 7.6 6.9 7.6 6.9 6.4 6.4
yd3 10.0 9.0 10.0 9.0 8.3 8.3
Bucket Width mm 3897 3855 4020 4020 4020 4080
ft 12.8 12.6 13.2 13.2 13.2 13.4
Dump Clearance at Full Lift and 45° Discharge (Bare) mm 4211 4296 3997 4074 4130 4116
ft 13.8 14.1 13.1 13.4 13.5 13.5
Dump Clearance at Full Lift and 45° Discharge (with Teeth) mm — — 3804 3882 3937 3911
ft — — 12.5 12.7 12.9 12.8
Reach at Lift and 45° Discharge (Bare) mm 1811 1734 2024 1947 1892 1905
ft 5.9 5.7 6.6 6.4 6.2 6.2
Reach at Lift and 45° Discharge (with Teeth) mm — — 2208 2130 2075 2079
ft — — 7.2 7.0 6.8 6.8
Reach with Lift Arms Horizontal and Bucket Level (Teeth) mm 4007 3893 4576 4466 4388 4410
ft 13.1 12.8 15.0 14.7 14.4 14.5
Digging Depth (Segment) mm 219 214 220 220 220 220
in 9 8 9 9 9 9
Overall Length (Bucket Level Ground) mm 12 122 12 005 12 692 12 582 12 504 12 525
ft 39.8 39.4 41.6 41.3 41.0 41.1
Overall Height with Bucket at Full Raise mm 7985 7881 7951 7849 7775 7778
ft 26.2 25.9 26.1 25.8 25.5 25.5
Loader Clearance Circle (SAE Carry with Teeth) mm 17 595 17 525 17 755 17 691 17 647 17 671
ft 57.7 57.5 58.3 58.0 57.9 58.0
Full Dump Angle degrees –50 –50 –50 –50 –50 –50
Static Tipping Load – Straight (Rigid Tire) kg 32 742 33 084 31 833 32 240 32 352 31 299
lb 72,183 72,937 70,179 71,077 71,325 69,003
Static Tipping Load – Straight (Tire Squash) kg 30 959 31 319 30 068 30 494 30 622 29 577
lb 68,253 69,046 66,289 67,228 67,510 65,206
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 35°) (Rigid Tire) kg 29 193 29 527 28 296 28 698 28 806 27 754
lb 64,360 65,096 62,383 63,268 63,507 61,188
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 35°) (Tire Squash) kg 26 322 26 683 25 449 25 877 26 010 24 970
lb 58,030 58,826 56,105 57,049 57,342 55,049
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 43°) (Rigid Tire) kg 27 470 27 801 26 580 26 978 27 085 26 033
lb 60,562 61,290 58,598 59,477 59,712 57,394
Static Tipping Load – Full Turn (Articulated 43°) (Tire Squash) kg 24 261 24 619 23 397 23 822 23 954 22 917
lb 53,486 54,276 51,581 52,518 52,809 50,523
Breakout Force kN 403 431 341 361 377 370
lbf 90,535 97,001 76,634 81,154 84,841 83,123
Operating Weight kg 51 648 51 408 52 216 51 873 51 845 52 824
lb 113,865 113,335 115,116 114,359 114,298 116,456
Weight Distribution at SAE Carry (Unloaded)
Front kg 27 950 27 515 29 086 28 497 28 398 30 082
lb 61,619 60,660 64,124 62,826 62,608 66,320
Rear kg 23 698 23 893 23 129 23 375 23 446 22 742
lb 52,246 52,675 50,991 51,534 51,690 50,137
Weight Distribution at SAE Carry (Loaded)
Front kg 47 141 46 651 48 312 47 674 47 542 49 232
lb 103,928 102,848 106,509 105,104 104,813 108,538
Rear kg 15 847 16 097 15 244 15 538 15 642 14 931
lb 34,937 35,487 33,607 34,256 34,485 32,918

Michelin XLDD1 2 Star with 6.3 bar (92 psi) pressure.

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988K Standard Equipment

Standard Equipment

Standard equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

ELECTRICAL • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted) OTHER

• Alarm, back-up • Rimpull Control System • Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner
• Alternator, single 150 amp • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), air suspension, • Base machine price includes a rim allowance
• Batteries, dry six-way adjustable • Hydraulically driven demand fan
• Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V • Seat belt minder • Couplings, Cat O-ring face seals
• Lighting system (halogen, work lights, • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide • Doors, service access (locking)
access and service platform lighting) • STIC Control System • Ecology drains for engine, radiator,
• Starting and charging system, 24V • UV glass hydraulic tank
• Starter emergency start receptacle • Transmission gear indicator • Fuel tank, 731 L (188 gal)
• Starter lockout in bumper • Vital Information Management System • Hitch, drawbar with pin
• Transmission lockout in bumper (VIMS) with Graphical Information • Hoses, Cat XT™
Display: External Data Port, Customizable • Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT Operator Profiles, Cycle Timer, Integrated screening system
• Graphical Information Display, displays Payload Control System • Cat Clean Emission Module
real time operating information, performs • Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear) • Oil sampling valves
calibrations and customizes operator – Intermittent front and rear wipers • Premixed 50% concentration of extended
settings • Lights, directional life coolant with freeze protection to
• Air conditioner –34° C (–29° F)
• Cat Detect Vision, rear vision POWER TRAIN • Rear access to cab and service platform
camera system • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, • Steering, load sensing
• Cab, sound suppressed and pressurized, service/secondary • Toe kicks
integrated rollover protective • Case drain screens • Vandalism protection caplocks
structure (ROPS/FOPS) radio ready • Crankcase guard
for entertainment, includes antenna, • Electro hydraulic parking brake
speakers and converter (12-volt 5-amp) • Engine, C18 ACERT MEUI diesel,
and power port turbocharged/aftercooled
• Controls, lift and tilt function • Ground level engine shutoff
• Heater, defroster • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
• Horn, electric • Radiator, Aluminum Modular
• Instrumentation, gauges Radiator (AMR)
– Coolant temperature • Starting aid, ether, automatic
– Engine hour meter • Throttle lock, electronic
– Hydraulic oil temperature • Torque converter, Impeller Clutch (ICTC)
– Power train oil temperature with Lock up clutch (LUC), Rimpull
• Light, cab, dome Control System
• Lunchbox, beverage holders • Transmission, planetary powershift,
4F/3R electronic control
• Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
• Cat Production Measurement ready

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 988K Optional Equipment

Optional Equipment

With approximate changes in operating weights. Optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for specifics.

POWER TRAIN OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT MISCELLANEOUS ATTACHMENTS

• –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze • Cab precleaner • Front and rear roading fenders
• Engine oil change system, high speed, • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
Wiggins • Satellite Sirius radio with bluetooth • Cold Weather Starting (extra starter plus
• Engine block heater 120V or 240V • LED warning strobe two batteries)
• High ambient cooling – software • CB radio ready • Aggregate Handler
• Cat Production Measurement • Window pull down visor
• Handrail mounted mirrors

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988K Mandatory Attachments

Mandatory Attachments

Select one from each group. Mandatory and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for specifics.

LINKAGE LIGHTING HYDRAULICS

• Standard with two valves • Standard lighting • Ride control
• Standard with three valves • HID lighting • No ride control
• High Lift with two valves • LED lighting
• High Lift with three valves • Standard hydraulic oil
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT • Fire resistant (EcoSafe) hydraulic oil
• Autolube • No suppression arrangement • Cold weather hydraulic oil
• Manual grease pins • Sound suppression

ELECTRICAL • Standard seat

• No Product Link • Heated and ventilated seat
• Product Link (Satellite)
• Product Link (Cellular) • Standard seat belt
• 4 point seat belt
STEERING
• Standard steering • Standard cab glass
• Secondary steering • Rubber mounted cab glass

POWER TRAIN • Fixed glass door, standard

• Axle oil cooler • Sliding glass door
• Standard axles
• Standard cab air cleaner
• Standard fuel lines • RESPA cab air cleaner
• Heated fuel lines
• Standard mirror
• Standard axle • Heated mirror
• No spin axle
• Extreme temperature axle • Rear vision display
• Rear vision display with Cat Detect
• Standard engine air turbine precleaner (Object Detection)
• Dual stage precleaner

• No engine brake
• Engine brake

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