Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 988K XE Wheel Loader is a powerhouse of efficiency and performance. With a bucket capacity of 17 cubic yards and a gross power of 580 horsepower from its Cat C18 ACERT engine, this machine is built for heavy-duty tasks. Equipped with advanced hydraulic systems for fast and precise operations, the 988K XE is capable of handling a variety of materials with ease. Its innovative Cat switched reluctance electric drive transmission ensures smooth and reliable operation, making it a versatile and reliable asset on any job site.
?Model | 988K XE Starting 2024 Model Year |
Breakout Force | 87122 lbf Starting 2021 Model Year |
Bucket Capacity | 8.1.10 cu yd Starting 2021 Model Year |
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) | 6.2 - 17 (4.7 - 13.0) Starting 2019 Model Year |
Engine | C18 ACERT Starting 2021 Model Year |
Engine Power hp (kw) | 541 (403) Starting 2024 Model Year |
Engine type | Cat C18 ACERT Starting 2019 Model Year |
Full-Turn Tip Load | 79,435 lbs (36,031 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
Full-Turn Tipping Load | 79,435 lbs (36,031 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year |
Max Dump Height ft. (m) | 11.3 (3.4) Starting 2019 Model Year |
Net Power | 541 hp (403 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
Operating Weight | 112,574 lbs (51,063 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
Operating?Weight | 116,362 (52,781) Starting 2024 Model Year |
Tip Load | 86,941 39,436) Starting 2024 Model Year |
Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev) | 21.6 / 14.4 mph Starting 2023 Model Year |
Travel Speed | 21.6 / 14.4 mph Starting 2024 Model Year |
Front | Fixed |
Oscillation Angle | 13 degrees |
Rear | Trunnion |
Brakes | ISO 3450:2011 |
Bucket Capacities | 17 cu yd (13 cu m) |
Bore | 6 in (14 cm) |
Displacement | 1,105 cu in (18,108 cu cm) |
Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV |
Engine Model | Cat C18 ACERT |
Gross Power - ISO 14396 | 580 hp (433 kw) |
Net Power | 541 hp (403 kw) |
Net Power - SAE J1349 | 541 hp (403 kw) |
Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Gross - ISO 14396 | 580 hp (433 kw) |
Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Gross - SAE J1995 | 588 hp (438 kw) |
Peak Power Speed - 1,500 rpm - Net Power - SAE J1349 | 541 hp (403 kw) |
Rated Speed | 1700 rpm |
Stroke | 7 in (18 cm) |
Torque Rise | 58% |
Dump | 2.2 seconds |
Lower Float Down | 3.5 seconds |
Rack Back | 4.5 seconds |
Raise | 8 seconds |
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time | 18.2 seconds |
Lift Cylinder - Bore | 9 in (22 cm) |
Lift Cylinder - Stroke | 41 in (105 cm) |
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit | EH-Positive Flow Control Flow Sharing |
Lift/Tilt System - Pump | Variable displacement piston |
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt | 4757 psi |
Tilt Cylinder - Bore | 9 in (22 cm) |
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke | 27 in (69 cm) |
Steering Cut Off Pressure | 4351 psi |
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle | 3.4 seconds |
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle | 5.6 seconds |
Steering System - Circuit | Pilot load sensing |
Steering System - Pump | Piston variable displacement |
Bucket Capacity Range | 6.2 yd |
Operating Weight | 116,362 lbs (52,781 kg) |
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank | 9 gal (33 l) |
Differential - Final Drives - Front | 49 gal (185 l) |
Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 49 gal (185 l) |
Engine Crankcase | 16 gal (61 l) |
Fuel Tank | 147 gal (556 l) |
Transmission | 16 gal (61 l) |
Transmission Type | Cat switched reluctance electric drive |