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988 GC Wheel Loader

Engine

Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 321 HP - -
Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014 325 HP - -
Engine Model Cat C9.3B Cat® C15 Cat C13
Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 298 HP - -
Note (1) Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. - Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Note (2) The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. - The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 1226 HP - -
Note (3) Cat 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)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h - Cat 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)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 1327 lb/ft - 1636 lb/ft
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 1313 lb/ft - 1620 lb/ft
Displacement 9.3 L 927 in³ 12.5L
Rated Speed - 2000 -
Peak Power Speed - 1600 -
Engine Power - ISO 14396 - 449 HP -
Gross Power - SAE J1995 - 456 HP -
Net Power - SAE J1349 - 373 HP -
Emissions - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 -
Bore - 5.4 in -
Stroke - 6.75 in -
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 - 1778 ft·lbf -
Torque Rise - 16% -
Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 - - 404 HP
Engine Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 - - 432 HP
Gross Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 - - 436 HP
Net Torque @ 1,100 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 - - 1515 lb/ft

Weights

Operating Weight 51124 lb - 78264 lb
Note Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, front manual differential/open rear axles, power train guard, sec - Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, soun

Bucket Capacities

Bucket Range 2.8-11.9 m³ 3.75-15.5 yd³ - 4.8-17.2 m³ 6.25-22.5 yd³

Transmission

Forward - 1 4.3 mile/h 5 mile/h 3.9 mile/h
Forward - 2 8 mile/h 8 mile/h 7.3 mile/h
Forward - 3 14.1 mile/h - 13 mile/h
Forward - 4 24.5 mile/h - 24.5 mile/h
Note Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius. - Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 914 mm (36 in) roll radius.
Reverse - 1 4.3 mile/h 5 mile/h 4.4 mile/h
Reverse - 2 8 mile/h 8 mile/h 8.4 mile/h
Reverse - 3 17.9 mile/h - 17.4 mile/h
Transmission Type - Cat planetary power shift -
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 -

Sound

Note (1) ** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives. - * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives.”
Note (2) ***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC. - European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC.”
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level* 105 - 107
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 67 dB(A) - 70 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 107 dB(A) - 110 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) 74 - 75
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 67 dB(A) - 70 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. - -

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 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). 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. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.717 metric tonnes (2.995 tons).

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force 38999 lb - 59060 lbf
Note (1) For a machine configuration as defined under �Weight.� - For a machine configuration as defined under Weight.
Note (2) Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. - Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection 15981 kg - 22418 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection 32727 lb - 46526 lb
Operating Weight - 116858 lb -
Rated Payload - Quarry Face - 12.5 ton (US) -
Bucket Capacity Range - 6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3) -
Cat Truck Match - High Lift - 772/773/775 -

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System 17.4 gal (US) 27 gal (US) 13.7 gal (US)
Crankcase 6.1 gal (US) - 9.8 gal (US)
DEF Tank 6.9 gal (US) - 5.5 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front 15.1 gal (US) 49 gal (US) 24.3 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 15.1 gal (US) 45 gal (US) 24.3 gal (US)
Fuel Tank 80.1 gal (US) 141 gal (US) 112.5 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank 30.1 gal (US) - 40.4 gal (US)
Transmission 16.6 gal (US) 20 gal (US) 20.3 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase - 9 gal (US) -
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank - 5.5 gal (US) -
Note - Cat U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 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 a -

Hydraulic System

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 4496 psi - 4975 psi
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm 92 gal/min - 119 gal/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total 10.1 seconds - 10.1 seconds

Dimensions

Note All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.2 m3 (5.5 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. - All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 6.1 m3 (8.0 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires.

Dimensions - High Lift

Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 8.1 ft - 9.4 ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 5.1 ft - 6.3 ft
Ground Clearance 1.4 ft - 1.4 ft
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 11.8 ft - 12.4 ft
Height - Top of Hood 9.5 ft - 10 ft
Height - Top of ROPS 11.1 ft - 12.6 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry 2.6 ft - 2.11 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 15.9 ft - 16.1 ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 13.8 ft - 13.4 ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket 26.6 ft - 29.11 ft
Tread Width 7.3 ft - 8.4 ft
Wheel Base 11.8 ft - 12.6 ft
Rack Back at Ground 37 degrees - -
Width over Tires (Loaded) 9.11 ft - 11.5 ft
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 71 degrees - -
Rack Back - Carry Height 49 degrees - -

Dimensions - Standard Lift

Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 7.7 ft - 8.95 ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 5.1 ft - 6.3 ft
Ground Clearance 424 mm - 428 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 3531 mm - 3736 mm
Height - Top of Hood 2580 mm - 3036 mm
Height - Top of ROPS 3593 mm - 3801 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry 2 ft - 2.7 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 4245 mm - 4741 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 3687 mm - 3902 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket 7399 mm - 8597 mm
Tread Width 7.3 ft - 8.4 ft
Wheel Base 3550 mm - 3800 mm
Width over Tires (Loaded) 9.11 ft - 11.5 ft
Rack Back - Carry Height 50 degrees - -
Rack Back at Ground 40 degrees - -
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 62 degrees - -

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit - EH - Load Sense -
Lift/Tilt System - 2X x 145 cc Variable displacement piston -
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm - 159 gal/min -
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt - 4598 psi -
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) -
Pilot System - Variable displacement piston -
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke - 27 in -

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Rack Back - 3.8 s -
Raise - 7.5 s -
Dump - 3 s -
Lower Float Down - 4.6 s -
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket - 18.9 s -

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit - Pilot, load sensing -
Steering System - Pump - Piston, variable displacement -
Maximum Flow - 52 gal (US) -
Relief Valve Setting - Steering - 4000 psi -
Total Steering Angle - 70° -
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle - 3 s -
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle - 5.2 s -

Axles

Front - Fixed -
Rear - Trunnion -
Oscillation Angle - +/-12.5° -

Brakes

Brakes - ISO 3450:2011 -

Operator's Cab

ROPS/FOPS - ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards -

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Standard

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) - 72 dB(A) -
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) - 110 dB(A) -
Note (1) - 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 (2) - 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 (3) - 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. -

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift

Ground to Top of ROPS - 13.5 ft -
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - 13.3 ft -
Ground to Top of Hood - 10.7 ft -
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - 10.3 ft -
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - 15.7 ft -
Wheel Base - 12.5 ft -
Maximum Overall Length - 39.5 ft -
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - 1.5 ft -
Clearance at Maximum Lift - 12 ft -
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - 18.7 ft -
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - 25 ft -
Reach - Maximum Lift - 7.7 ft -
Note - Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires. -

Buckets

Bucket Capacities - 6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3) -

Sustainability

Recyclability - 96% -
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