988 XE

Net Power - SAE J1349:2011: 538 hp / 401 kW
Operating Weight: 116362 lb / 52781 kg
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002: 580 hp / 432 kW

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.

Loan Calculator Credit Application

Build & Quote

988 XE Product Brochure (Global) 988 XE Key Features (Global) 988 XE Technical Specifications (Aus-NZ, Europe, Japan, N Am, S Am)

Specifications
Equipment
Related Products

Engine
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011	538 hp / 401 kW
Engine Model	Cat® C18 ™
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002	580 hp / 432 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014	588 hp / 436 kW
Rated Speed	1,700 rpm
Peak Power Speed	1,500 rpm
Emissions	U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014
Bore	5.7 in / 145 mm
Stroke	7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement	1105 in³ / 18.1 l
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995	2230 ft·lbf / 3023 N·m
Torque Rise	58%

Operating Specifications
Operating Weight	116362 lb / 52781 kg
Operating Weight - Standard	116362 lb / 52781 kg
Operating Weight - High Lift	119618 lb / 54258 kg
Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face)	12.5 ton (US) / 11.3 t
Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard)	16 ton (US) / 14.5 t
Bucket Capacity Range	4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)

Transmission
Transmission Type	Cat switched reluctance electric drive
Forward 1 (virtual)	4.3 mile/h / 7 km/h
Forward 2 (virtual)	7 mile/h / 11.3 km/h
Forward 3 (virtual)	13.8 mile/h / 22.2 km/h
Forward 4 (virtual)	20 mile/h / 32.1 km/h
Reverse 1 (virtual)	4.3 mile/h / 7 km/h
Reverse 2 (virtual)	7 mile/h / 11.3 km/h
Reverse 3 (virtual)	17.5 mile/h / 28.2 km/h

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
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	153 gal/min / 580 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt	4757 psi / 32800 kPa
Lift Cylinder - Bore	8.7 in / 210 mm
Lift Cylinder - Stroke	41.3 in / 1050 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Bore	8.7 in / 269 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke	27 in / 685 mm

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 - Circuit	Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump	Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm	71.3 gal/min / 270 l/min
Steering Cut Off Pressure	4351 psi / 30000 kPa
Total Steering Angle	86°
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle	3.4 s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle	5.6 s

Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes.

Axles
Front	Fixed
Rear	Trunnion
Oscillation Angle	13°

Brakes
Brakes	ISO 3450:2011

Operator's Cab
ROPS/FOPS	ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards

Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank	147 gal (US) / 555 l
Cooling System - Jacket Water	30 gal (US) / 112 l
Cooling Systems - Power Train	8 gal (US) / 30 l
Engine Crankcase	16 gal (US) / 60 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank	8.7 gal (US) / 33 l
Transmission	16 gal (US) / 60 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front	49 gal (US) / 186 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	49 gal (US) / 186 l
Hydraulic System - Implement/Steering	126 gal (US) / 475 l
Note	All nonroad Tier 4 Final/Stage V diesel engines are required to use: – The machine has the flexibility to run on either ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel (ULSD with 15 ppm of sulfur or less). – Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and biodiesel* fuels that reduce greenhouse gases: Up to B20 biodiesel (FAME) ** Up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels * Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Only use DEF that meets ISO 22241-1 standards.

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V - Standard
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)	72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)	109 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage III - Standard
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)	72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)	110 dB(A)

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift
Ground to Top of ROPS	13.8 ft / 4202 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	14.8 ft / 4498 mm
Ground to Top of Hood	10.9 ft / 3334 mm
Ground to Bumper Clearance	3.1 ft / 933 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper	10.5 ft / 3187 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	14 ft / 14 mm
Wheel Base	14.9 ft / 4550 mm
Maximum Overall Length	39.3 ft / 11991 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.9 ft / 568 mm
Ground to Center of Axles	3.2 ft / 978 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift	11.9 ft / 3641 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift	18 ft / 5479 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised	24.5 ft / 7455 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift	6.5 ft / 1981 mm
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 / 4202 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	14.8 ft / 4498 mm
Ground to Top of Hood	10.9 ft / 3334 mm
Ground to Bumper Clearance	3.1 ft / 933 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper	10.5 ft / 3187 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	15.3 ft / 4661 mm
Wheel Base	14.9 ft / 4550 mm
Maximum Overall Length	40.7 ft / 12398 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.9 ft / 568 mm
Ground to Center of Axles	3.2 ft / 978 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift	13.3 ft / 4043 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift	19.3 ft / 5881 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised	25.8 ft / 7849 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift	6.8 ft / 2062 mm
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 / 4221 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.8 ft / 4214 mm
Ground to Top of Hood	10.9 ft / 3334 mm
Ground to Bumper Clearance	3.1 ft / 933 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper	10.5 ft / 3187 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Fork Tip	16.5 ft / 5023 mm
Wheel Base	14.9 ft / 4550 mm
Maximum Overall Length	41.9 ft / 12761 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.9 ft / 568 mm
Ground to Center of Front Axle	3.2 ft / 978 mm
Fork Height with Level Arms	8.1 ft / 2474 mm
Fork Top Clamp Opening	13.1 ft / 4006 mm
Fork Height at Maximum Lift	17.2 ft / 5242 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift	16.1 ft / 4918 mm
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift	-39.4 °

Buckets
Bucket Capacities	4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)

Sustainability
Recyclability	96%

Standard Equipment

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
- 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 (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
  – Power train oil temperature
- Light, cab, dome
- Lunchbox, beverage holders
- CB radio-ready
- Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
- Rimpull Control System
- Seat, Deluxe
- Seat belt minder
- Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
- STIC Control System
- UV glass
- Virtual gear indicator
- Vital Information Management System (VIMS) with Graphical Information Display: External Data Port, Customizable Operator Profiles, Cycle Timer, Integrated Payload Control System
- Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
  – Intermittent front and rear wipers
- Lights, directional
POWER TRAIN
- Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
- Case drain screens
- Electro hydraulic parking brake
- Engine, C18 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
- Ground level engine shutoff
- 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
- 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

NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
POWER TRAIN
- –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)
Other Optional Configurations
- Load and Carry
- Millyard
- Aggregate Handler
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

Detect

On the surface, operators in the cabs of large mining equipment often cannot see if another machine or vehicle is too close for safe operation. Detect helps alleviate this potential safety hazard and can also be configured to provide valuable information about site conditions and other assets working in the area. Underground, continuous equipment movement on a longwall face can pose risks to those in the working area.

Model
Rear Object Detection for Wheel Loaders

Equipment Management

Cat® Equipment Management gives you access to the data you need to keep your equipment on the job site and earning money. You can track equipment location and hours, monitor machine use and health, then take informed action that will keep your operation running smoothly, efficiently and profitably.

Model
VisionLink®
Cat Inspect
Cat Product Link

Productivity

VisionLink® Productivity is a cloud-based application that is scalable to any size operation. Detailed Cat Production Measurement data, machine data and jobsite data are transmitted from the onboard Cat Product Link™ device directly to the web platform, for you to access wherever you are, via your mobile, tablet or desktop device.

Model
VisionLink® Productivity
VisionLink® Productivity - Dispatch for Loading