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Large Wheel Loaders

988 XE Wheel Loader

  • Engine Power
    580 hp
  • Engine Power
    580 HP
  • Engine Model
    Cat® C18
  • Gross Power
    588 HP
Engine
Engine Power
580 hp
Engine Power
580 HP
Engine Model
Cat® C18
Gross Power
588 HP
Rated Speed
1,700 rpm
Peak Power Speed
1,500 rpm
Net Power
538 hp
Emissions
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014
Gross Power
588 hp
Bore
5.7 in
Stroke
7.2 in
Displacement
1105 in³
Peak Torque
2230 ft·lbf
Peak Torque
2230 lbf·ft
Torque Rise
58%
Note
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
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
116362 lb
Bucket Capacity Range
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Rated Payload
12.5 t
Operating Weight
116362 lb
Rated Payload
16 t
Operating Weight
119618 lb
Rated Payload
12.5 ton (US)
Rated Payload
16 ton (US)
Transmission
Transmission Type
Cat switched reluctance electric drive
Forward 1
4.3 mile/h
Forward 2
7 mile/h
Forward 3
13.8 mile/h
Forward 4
20 mile/h
Reverse 1
4.3 mile/h
Reverse 2
7 mile/h
Reverse 3
17.5 mile/h
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Lift
EH-Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing
Lift
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 1
153 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting
4757 psi
Lift Cylinder
8.7 in
Lift Cylinder
41.3 in
Tilt Cylinder
8.7 in
Tilt Cylinder
27 in
Hydraulic Cycle Times
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
Hydraulic System - Steering
Steering System
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System
Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1
71.3 gal/min
Steering Cut Off Pressure
4351 psi
Total Steering Angle
86°
Steering Cycle Times
3.4 s
Steering Cycle Times
5.6 s
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 c
Axles
Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
13°
Brakes
Brakes
ISO 3450:2011
Operator's Cab
ROPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V
Operator Sound Pressure Level
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level
109 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level
109 dB(A)
Note
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives”
Note
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701
Note
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
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
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/EU Stage V - Standard
Operator Sound Level
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level
109 dB(A)
Note
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.
Note
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.
Note
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.
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V - Standard
Operator Sound Pressure Level
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level
109 dB(A)
Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA
Operator Sound Pressure Level
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level
110 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level
110 dB(A)
Note
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives”
Note
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701
Note
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
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
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 III - Standard
Operator Sound Pressure Level
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level
110 dB(A)
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank
147 gal (US)
Cooling System
30 gal (US)
Cooling Systems
8 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
16 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
8.7 gal (US)
Transmission
16 gal (US)
Differential
49 gal (US)
Differential
49 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
126 gal (US)
Note
All non-road Tier 4 Final/Stage V 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
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift
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
10.5 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
14 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
18 ft
Maximum Overall Height
24.5 ft
Reach
6.5 ft
Note
Specs 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) - High Lift
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
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
19.3 ft
Maximum Overall Height
25.8 ft
Reach
6.8 ft
Note
Specs 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 - Millyard Linkage
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
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 °
Buckets
Bucket Capacities
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Sustainability
Recyclability
96%
  • NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, single 150 amp
    • Batteries, dry
    • 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
    • Starter lockout in bumper
    • Transmission lockout in bumper
    • Hazardous voltage lamp
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • 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
    • CB radio-ready
    • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
    • Rimpull Control System (RCS)
    • Seat, Deluxe
    • Seat belt minder
    • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC) system
    • UV glass
    • Virtual gear indicator
    • Vital Information Management System (VIMS) with Graphical Information Display: External Data Port
    • Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
      – Intermittent front and rear wipers
    • Lights, directional
  • POWERTRAIN
    • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
    • Case drain screens
    • Electro hydraulic parking brake
    • Engine, C18 Mechanically Actuated Electronic Unit Injection (MEUI) diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
    • Ground level engine shutdown switch
    • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
    • Radiator, Aluminum Modular Radiator (AMR)
    • Starting aid, ether, automatic
    • Throttle lock, electronic
    • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
    • Cat Production Measurement ready
    • Cat switched reluctance (SR) generator/pump drive
    • Cat switched reluctance (SR) drive motor
    • Cat Integrated Powered Electronics
    • Automatic retarding controls
  • 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, 555 L (147 gal)
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Hoses, Cat XT
    • Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system
    • Cat Clean Emission Module (CEM)
    • 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
    • –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze
    • Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
    • Engine block heater 120V or 240V
    • High ambient cooling – software
    • Cat Production Measurement
    • Crankcase guard
    • Engine brake, software enabled attachment (SEA)
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cab precleaner
    • Cat Detect, object detection system
    • Cat Production Measurement
    • Radio, AM/FM/CD/MP3 Bluetooth® with Satellite SiriusXM
    • LED warning strobe
    • Window pull down visor
    • Handrail mounted mirrors
  • ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
    • Cold Weather Package: Additional Starter and 2 Batteries, Engine Block Heater 120V or 240V, Heated Fuel Lines
    • Engine Compartment Lights
    • Autolube with Auto shutoff
    • High Performance LED Lighting
    • Wheel Chocks
    • Operator Coaching
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • Autodig, Tire Slip Prevention, Auto Set Tires, and Lift Stall Prevention
    • Additional Counterweight
  • OTHER OPTIONAL CONFIGURATIONS
    • Aggregate Handler
    • Load and Carry
    • Millyard