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988 GC Wheel Loader

MOVE MORE MATERIAL EFFICIENTLY AND AT A LOW COST

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 and up to 10% lower owning and operating cost than the 988K.

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    Benefits

    OPTIMUM 50 TON TRUCK MATCH LOADER

    Achieve even greater production with an optimized truck match to maximize the volume of material moved at the lowest operating cost per ton.

    UP TO 10% LOWER OWNING & OPERATING COST

    Designed to reduce your service and maintenance costs with grouped service points and ground level access to the electrical service center.

    EASY TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN

    Enhanced operator controls deliver greater efficiency, productivity, and comfort.

    UP TO 5% LESS CO2 EMISSIONS

    The 988 GC emits up to 5% less CO2 than the previous 988K.

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    • 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 contains 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes (2.837 tons).
    • Axles
      Front
      Fixed
      Oscillation Angle
      +/-12.5°
      Rear
      Trunnion
    • Brakes
      Brakes
      ISO 3450:2011
    • Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift
      B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
      18.7 ft
      Clearance at Maximum Lift
      12 ft
      Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
      15.7 ft
      Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
      1.5 ft
      Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
      13.3 ft
      Ground to Top of Hood
      10.7 ft
      Ground to Top of ROPS
      13.5 ft
      Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
      25 ft
      Maximum Overall Length
      39.5 ft
      Note
      Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires.
      Reach - Maximum Lift
      7.7 ft
      Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
      10.3 ft
      Wheel Base
      12.5 ft
    • Engine
      Bore
      5.4 in
      Displacement
      927 in³
      Engine Model
      Cat® C15
      Engine Power - ISO 14396: 2002
      449 hp
      Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
      456 hp
      Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
      373 hp
      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.
      Peak Power Speed
      1600 rpm
      Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995
      1778 ft·lbf
      Rated Speed
      2000 rpm
      Stroke
      6.75 in
      Torque Rise
      16%
    • Hydraulic Cycle Times
      Dump
      3 s
      Lower Float Down
      4.6 s
      Rack Back
      3.8 s
      Raise
      7.5 s
      Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket
      18.9 s
    • Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
      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)
      Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
      EH - Load Sense
      Lift/Tilt System - Pump
      Variable displacement piston
      Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm
      159 gal/min
      Pilot System
      Variable displacement piston
      Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
      4598 psi
    • Hydraulic System - Steering
      Maximum Flow
      52 gal (US)
      Relief Valve Setting - Steering
      4000 psi
      Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
      3 s
      Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
      5.2 s
      Steering System - Circuit
      Pilot, load sensing
      Steering System - Pump
      Piston, variable displacement
      Total Steering Angle
      70°
    • Operating Specifications
      Bucket Capacity Range
      6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3)
      Cat Truck Match - High Lift
      772/773/775
      Operating Weight
      112426 lb
      Rated Payload - Quarry Face
      12.5 ton (US)
    • Operator's Cab
      ROPS/FOPS
      ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
    • Service Refill Capacities
      Cooling System
      27 gal (US)
      Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
      5.5 gal (US)
      Differential - Final Drives - Front
      49 gal (US)
      Differential - Final Drives - Rear
      45 gal (US)
      Engine Crankcase
      9 gal (US)
      Fuel Tank
      141 gal (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) ***  100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * While Caterpillar engines are compatible with these alternative fuels, some regions may not allow their use. ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. *** Engines with no aftertreatment devices are compatible with higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer).
      Transmission
      20 gal (US)
    • Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA
      Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
      113 dB(A)
      Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
      110 dB(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)
      74 dB(A)
      Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
      73 dB(A)
    • Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V
      Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
      113 dB(A)
      Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
      110 dB(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)
      73 dB(A)
      Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
      72 dB(A)
    • Transmission
      Direct Drive - Forward 1
      Lock-up disabled
      Direct Drive - Forward 2
      8 mile/h
      Direct Drive - Forward 3
      14 mile/h
      Direct Drive - Forward 4
      24 mile/h
      Direct Drive - Reverse 1
      Lock-up disabled
      Direct Drive - Reverse 2
      9 mile/h
      Direct Drive - Reverse 3
      16 mile/h
      Direct Drive - Reverse 4
      25.4 mile/h
      Forward - 1
      5 mile/h
      Forward - 2
      8 mile/h
      Note
      Travel speeds based on 35/65-R33 tires.
      Reverse - 1
      5 mile/h
      Reverse - 2
      8 mile/h
      Transmission Type
      Cat planetary power shift
    NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    ELECTRICAL
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, single 145 amp
    • Batteries, maintenance free
    • 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
    OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cab precleaner
    • Lights, LED
    • AM/FM radio
    • 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)
    • Seat, Cat Comfort Cloth, air suspension, six-way adjustable
    • Seat belt minder
    • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) system
    • UV glass
    • Transmission gear indicator
    • Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
      – Intermittent front and rear wipers
    • Lights, directional
    • Cat Production Measurement ready
    POWERTRAIN
    • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
    • Case drain screens
    • Electro hydraulic parking brake
    • Engine, C15 MEUI™ diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
    • Ground level engine shutdown switch
    • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
    • Starting aid, ether, automatic
    • Throttle lock, electronic
    • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
    • Torque converter, neutralizer
    • Transmission, planetary power shift, 4F/4R electronic control
    • Cat Integrated Powered Electronics
    • Automatic retarding controls
    • Crankcase guard
    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, 535 L (141 gal)
    • 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
    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

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