New 988 XE Wheel Loader in North Carolina

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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 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.

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    Bore 5.7in
    Displacement 1105in³
    Engine Model Cat® C18
    Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 580hp
    Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 588hp
    Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 538hp
    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.
    Peak Power Speed 1,500 rpm
    Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm 2230lbf·ft
    Rated Speed 1,700 rpm
    Stroke 7.2in
    Torque Rise 58%
    Bucket Capacity Range 4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
    Operating Weight 116362lb
    Rated Payload - Loose Material 16t
    Rated Payload - Quarry Face 12.5t
    Forward 1 (virtual) 4.3mile/h
    Forward 2 (virtual) 7mile/h
    Forward 3 (virtual) 13.8mile/h
    Forward 4 (virtual) 20mile/h
    Reverse 1 (virtual) 4.3mile/h
    Reverse 2 (virtual) 7mile/h
    Reverse 3 (virtual) 17.5mile/h
    Transmission Type Cat switched reluctance electric drive
    Lift Cylinder - Bore 8.7in
    Lift Cylinder - Stroke 41.3in
    Lift/Tilt System - Circuit EH-Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing
    Lift/Tilt System - Pump Variable displacement piston
    Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm 153gal/min
    Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 4757psi
    Tilt Cylinder - Bore 8.7in
    Tilt Cylinder - Stroke 27in
    Dump 2.2s
    Lower Float Down 3.5s
    Rack Back 4.5s
    Raise 8s
    Total Hydraulic Cycle Time 18.2s
    Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm 71.3gal/min
    Steering Cut Off Pressure 4351psi
    Steering Cycle Times - High Idle 3.4s
    Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle 5.6s
    Steering System - Circuit Pilot, load sensing
    Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement
    Total Steering Angle 86°
    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 con
    Front Fixed
    Oscillation Angle 13°
    Rear Trunnion
    Brakes ISO 3450:2011
    ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
    Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 109dB(A)
    Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** 109dB(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.
    Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72dB(A)
    Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 72dB(A)
    Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 110dB(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.
    Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72dB(A)
    Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 72dB(A)
    Cooling System - Jacket Water 30gal (US)
    Cooling Systems - Power Train 8gal (US)
    Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 8.7gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Front 49gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Rear 49gal (US)
    Engine Crankcase 16gal (US)
    Fuel Tank 147gal (US)
    Hydraulic System - Implement/Steering 126gal (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)*
    Transmission 16gal (US)
    B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 18ft
    Clearance at Maximum Lift 11.9ft
    Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 14ft
    Ground to Bumper Clearance 3.1ft
    Ground to Center of Axles 3.2ft
    Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.9ft
    Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 14.8ft
    Ground to Top of Hood 10.9ft
    Ground to Top of ROPS 13.8ft
    Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 24.5ft
    Maximum Overall Length 39.3ft
    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.
    Reach - Maximum Lift 6.5ft
    Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.5ft
    Wheel Base 14.9ft
    B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 19.3ft
    Clearance at Maximum Lift 13.3ft
    Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 15.3ft
    Ground to Bumper Clearance 3.1ft
    Ground to Center of Axles 3.2ft
    Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.9ft
    Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 14.8ft
    Ground to Top of Hood 10.9ft
    Ground to Top of ROPS 13.8ft
    Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 25.8ft
    Maximum Overall Length 40.7ft
    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.
    Reach - Maximum Lift 6.8ft
    Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.5ft
    Wheel Base 14.9ft
    Dump Angle at Maximum Lift -39.4°
    Fork Height at Maximum Lift 17.2ft
    Fork Height with Level Arms 8.1ft
    Fork Top Clamp Opening 13.1ft
    Front Axle Centerline to Fork Tip 16.5ft
    Ground to Bumper Clearance 3.1ft
    Ground to Center of Front Axle 3.2ft
    Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.9ft
    Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.8ft
    Ground to Top of Hood 10.9ft
    Ground to Top of ROPS 13.8ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 16.1ft
    Maximum Overall Length 41.9ft
    Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.5ft
    Wheel Base 14.9ft

    Standard Equipment:

    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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

    Optional Equipment:

    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • –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)
    • 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
    • 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
    • Aggregate Handler
    • Load and Carry
    • Millyard

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