CATERPILLAR 988B WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 988B is a heavy-duty wheel loader designed for demanding construction, mining, and industrial applications. It features a robust Cat 3408 engine with a displacement of 1098.5 cubic inches, delivering 375 horsepower for reliable performance in tough environments. The loader has an operating weight of 95,603.5 lbs and a static tipping weight of 49,493.8 lbs, ensuring stability during heavy lifting. Its hydraulic system provides a breakout force of 80,100 lbs, with a bucket capacity of 7.1 cubic yards (heaped) and 5.9 cubic yards (struck), making it suitable for high-volume material handling. The machine measures 34.1 feet in length with the bucket on the ground, 11.6 feet in width over tires, and reaches a height of 13.6 feet to the top of the cab. Ground clearance is 1.6 feet, and the maximum dump clearance at full lift is 11.4 feet, with a reach of 7.1 feet at max lift and dump. The transmission offers four forward and four reverse gears, with a top forward speed of 22.5 mph and reverse speed of 25.8 mph. Hydraulic cycle times include a 3-second dump, 4.5-second lower, and 9.4-second raise. The fuel tank holds 165.2 gallons, and the hydraulic system requires 65 gallons of fluid. This loader combines power, durability, and efficiency for demanding material handling tasks.