988 GC Wheel Loader

988 GC Wheel Loader

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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 ...
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Engine

Engine Power - ISO 14396: 2002
449hp
Engine Model
Cat® C15
Rated Speed
2000 rpm
Peak Power Speed
1600 rpm
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
456hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
373hp
Bore
5.4in
Stroke
6.75in
Displacement
927in³
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995
1778ft·lbf
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.

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight
112426lb
Bucket Capacity Range
6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3)
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
772/773/775
Rated Payload - Quarry Face
12.5ton (US)

Transmission

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.

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
EH - Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System - Pump
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm
159gal/min
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

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Rack Back
3.8s
Raise
7.5s
Dump
3s
Lower Float Down
4.6s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket
18.9s

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow
52gal (US)
Relief Valve Setting - Steering
4000psi
Total Steering Angle
70°
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
3s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
5.2s

Air Conditioning System

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

Axles

Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
+/-12.5°

Brakes

Brakes
ISO 3450:2011

Operator's Cab

ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V

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.

Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA

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.

Service Refill Capacities

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)
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

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift

Ground to Top of ROPS
13.5ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
13.3ft
Ground to Top of Hood
10.7ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.3ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
15.7ft
Wheel Base
12.5ft
Maximum Overall Length
39.5ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.5ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
12ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
18.7ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
25ft
Reach - Maximum Lift
7.7ft
Note
Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires.

Optional Equipment:

    Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    Powertrain
    • High ambient cooling – software
    • Engine block heater 120V or 240V
    • Antifreeze -50°C (-58°F)
    Operator Environment
    • Cat Production Measurement
    • Cat Detect, object detection system
    Additional Equipment
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Cold Weather Starting
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System