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Caterpillar 988B Wheel Loader

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 988B ➔

The Caterpillar 988B is a heavy-duty wheel loader designed for large-scale material handling and mining operations. Featuring a robust engine and advanced hydraulic systems, the 988B delivers high performance and durability in demanding environments. Its large bucket capacity and powerful lift capabilities enable efficient loading of bulk materials such as ore, coal, and aggregates. The wheel loader's articulated frame provides excellent maneuverability on rough terrain. Commonly used in mining, quarrying, and construction, the Caterpillar 988B combines reliability with productivity. This model is part of Caterpillar's 988 series, known for heavy equipment excellence in earthmoving and material transport applications.

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Bucket

Breakout Force	80,100 lbs (36,333 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	7 cu yd (5 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	6 cu yd (5 cu m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	11 ft (3 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	14 ft (4 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	34 ft (10 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	7 ft (2 m)
Width Over Tires	12 ft (4 m)

Engine

Displacement	1,099 cu in (18,001 cu cm)
Engine Model	3408
Gross Power	375 hp (280 kw)

Hydraulic System

Dump Time	3 seconds
Lower Time	4.5 seconds
Raise Time	9.4 seconds

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	165 gal (625 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	65 gal (246 l)
Operating Weight	95,604 lbs (43,365 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	49,494 lbs (22,450 kg)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	23 mph (36 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	26 mph (42 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

Caterpillar 988Bs currently for sale

A 1982 Caterpillar 988B From Van Keppel Company for Call for Price

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A Caterpillar 988B From Precision Construction Parts & Attach. for Call for Price

A Caterpillar 988B From Jeff Martin Auctioneers, Inc for Auction Pricing

A 1982 Caterpillar 988B From Matson Machinery for $22,000.00 USD

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