988 GC

Large Wheel Loaders 988 GC

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Key Specs

Engine Model
Cat® C15
Cat® C15
Rated Speed
2000
2000
Peak Power Speed
1600
1600

Overview

MOVE MORE MATERIAL EFFICIENTLY AND AT A LOWER COST

The Cat® 988 GC Wheel Loader helps you move more material at a lower cost per hour for a faster return on your investment. This machine offers significant fuel savings and up to 10% lower owning and operating cost than the 988K.

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.

Product Specifications for 988 GC

Engine Model Cat® C15 Cat® C15
Rated Speed 2000 2000
Peak Power Speed 1600 1600
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 449 hp 335 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 456 hp 340 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 373 hp 278 kW
Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014
Bore 5.4 in 137 mm
Stroke 6.75 in 171.5 mm
Displacement 927 in³ 15.2 l
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 1778 ft·lbf 2411 N·m
Torque Rise 16% 16%
Operating Weight 116858 lb 53006 kg
Rated Payload - Quarry Face 12.5 ton (US) 11.3 t
Bucket Capacity Range 6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3) 6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3)
Cat Truck Match - High Lift 772/773/775 772/773/775
Transmission Type Cat planetary power shift Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1 5 mile/h 7.3 km/h
Forward - 2 8 mile/h 12.2 km/h
Reverse - 1 5 mile/h 7.6 km/h
Reverse - 2 8 mile/h 13.6 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 1 Lock-up disabled Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Forward 2 8 mile/h 12.7 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3 14 mile/h 22 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4 24 mile/h 39 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1 Lock-up disabled Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Reverse 2 9 mile/h 14.1 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3 16 mile/h 25 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 4 25.4 mile/h 40.8 km/h
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit EH - Load Sense EH - Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System 2X x 145 cc Variable displacement piston 2X x 145 cc Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm 159 gal/min 600 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 4598 psi 31700 kPa
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke 190 mm x 1216 mm (7.5 in x 48 in) 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) 170 mm x 722 mm (6.7 in x 28.4 in)
Pilot System Variable displacement piston Variable displacement piston
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke 27 in 685 mm
Rack Back 3.8 s 3.8 s
Raise 7.5 s 7.5 s
Dump 3 s 3 s
Lower Float Down 4.6 s 4.6 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket 18.9 s 18.9 s
Steering System - Circuit Pilot, load sensing Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow 52 gal (US) 200 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Steering 4000 psi 27600 kPa
Total Steering Angle 70° 70°
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle 3 s 3 s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle 5.2 s 5.2 s
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. 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.
Front Fixed Fixed
Rear Trunnion Trunnion
Oscillation Angle +/-12.5° +/-12.5°
Brakes ISO 3450:2011 ISO 3450:2011
ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Fuel Tank 141 gal (US) 535 l
Cooling System 27 gal (US) 101 l
Engine Crankcase 9 gal (US) 34 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 5.5 gal (US) 21 l
Transmission 20 gal (US) 75 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front 49 gal (US) 186 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 45 gal (US) 170 l
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 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. *Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel. **For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer 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 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. *Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel. **For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 110 dB(A) 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. 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. 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. 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.
Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5 ft 4100 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3 ft 4060 mm
Ground to Top of Hood 10.7 ft 3270 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.3 ft 3132 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 15.7 ft 4773 mm
Wheel Base 12.5 ft 3810 mm
Maximum Overall Length 39.5 ft 12042 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5 ft 459 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift 12 ft 3732 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 18.7 ft 5755 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 25 ft 7582 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift 7.7 ft 2342 mm
Note Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires. Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires.
Bucket Capacities 6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3) 6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3)
Recyclability 96% 96%

988 GC Standard Equipment

NOTE

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

ELECTRICAL

  • Alarm, back-up
  • Alternator, single 145 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
  • Starter emergency start receptacle
  • 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)
  • Seat, Cat Comfort Cloth, air suspension, six-way adjustable
  • Seat belt minder
  • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
  • STIC Control System
  • UV glass
  • Virtual gear indicator
  • 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, C15 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
  • Ground level engine shutoff
  • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
  • Starting aid, ether, automatic
  • Throttle lock, electronic
  • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
  • Cat Production Measurement ready
  • Cat SR Generator/Pump Drive
  • Cat 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, 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

988 GC Optional Equipment

NOTE

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

POWER TRAIN

  • High ambient cooling – software
  • Optional Cat Production Measurement
  • Optional Engine brake
  • Crankcase guard

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Cab precleaner
  • Cat Detect, object detection system
  • AM/FM radio

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

  • Front and rear roading fenders
  • Cold Weather Starting
  • Autolube

Compatible Technology and Services

Leverage Caterpillar connected data and security principles to improve efficiencies, increase productivity and make your business more profitable.

  • Rear Object Detection for Wheel Loaders

    Rear Object Detection for wheel loaders is a two-part system providing enhanced blind spot awareness. Radar provides visual and audible alerts when objects enter a safety proximity zone, while a camera allows the operator to see what's behind the machine when reversing.

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Rear Object Detection for wheel loaders is a two-part system providing enhanced blind spot awareness. Radar provides visual and audible alerts when objects enter a safety proximity zone, while a camera allows the operator to see what's behind the machine when reversing.

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  • Cat Inspect

    Cat® Inspect allows you to access your equipment data on your mobile device. This easy-to-use app lets you capture inspection data and integrates with your other Cat data systems, so you can keep a close eye on your fleet. More than one million inspections are completed each year, providing convenience and accountability to equipment owners.

  • Cat Product Link

    Cat® Product Link™ wirelessly connects you to your equipment giving you valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing. Information such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, and diagnostic codes are made available through online web applications so that you can make timely, fact-based decisions to maximize efficiency, improve productivity, and lower the cost of owning and operating your fleet. Available with satellite or cellular connectivity.

  • Cat Remote Flash

    Remote Flash sends an alert from your Cat dealer, prompting you to update the software on your machine. To minimize downtime, updates can be deployed while on the jobsite without having to wait for a dealer technician to arrive. Remote flash decreases maintenance time and keeps your asset running with maximum efficiency.

  • VisionLink®

    VisionLink® is a cloud-based software application that takes the guesswork out of fleet management with key insights to maximize performance - regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer. Receive equipment data seamlessly to your desktop or mobile device, all from a convenient centralized solution to make informed decisions at every turn.

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Cat® Inspect allows you to access your equipment data on your mobile device. This easy-to-use app lets you capture inspection data and integrates with your other Cat data systems, so you can keep a close eye on your fleet. More than one million inspections are completed each year, providing convenience and accountability to equipment owners.

Explore Technology

Cat® Product Link™ wirelessly connects you to your equipment giving you valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing. Information such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, and diagnostic codes are made available through online web applications so that you can make timely, fact-based decisions to maximize efficiency, improve productivity, and lower the cost of owning and operating your fleet. Available with satellite or cellular connectivity.

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Remote Flash sends an alert from your Cat dealer, prompting you to update the software on your machine. To minimize downtime, updates can be deployed while on the jobsite without having to wait for a dealer technician to arrive. Remote flash decreases maintenance time and keeps your asset running with maximum efficiency.

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VisionLink® is a cloud-based software application that takes the guesswork out of fleet management with key insights to maximize performance - regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer. Receive equipment data seamlessly to your desktop or mobile device, all from a convenient centralized solution to make informed decisions at every turn.

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  • VisionLink® Productivity

    VisionLink® Productivity is an easy-to-use cloud-based platform that gathers and summarizes machine telematics and jobsite data from all your equipment. Actionable performance data is transmitted to the web platform for users to access anywhere, anytime via a mobile, tablet, or desktop device - on or off the jobsite.

  • VisionLink® Productivity - Dispatch for Loading

    Dispatch for Loading is a module within VisionLink® Productivity that integrates with your scale house check-in software. It provides loader operators with a list of jobs by truck, material, and target payload - improving loadout accuracy and reducing truck waiting times in the yard.

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VisionLink® Productivity is an easy-to-use cloud-based platform that gathers and summarizes machine telematics and jobsite data from all your equipment. Actionable performance data is transmitted to the web platform for users to access anywhere, anytime via a mobile, tablet, or desktop device - on or off the jobsite.

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Dispatch for Loading is a module within VisionLink® Productivity that integrates with your scale house check-in software. It provides loader operators with a list of jobs by truck, material, and target payload - improving loadout accuracy and reducing truck waiting times in the yard.

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