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Caterpillar 988K XE Wheel Loader

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 988K XE ➔

The Caterpillar 988K XE is a large wheel loader designed for high-production material handling in mining, quarry, and heavy construction applications. It uses Caterpillar's electric drive system to deliver efficient power transfer, responsive control, and reduced fuel consumption compared with conventional mechanical drive loaders. The 988K XE is commonly configured with a large-capacity bucket, reinforced frame, and heavy-duty axles for demanding loading cycles. Typical uses include stockpile work, truck loading, aggregate handling, and bulk material movement. As part of the Caterpillar 988K series, the 988K XE is recognized for its combination of productivity, durability, and fuel efficiency in wheel loader operations.

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General Specifications

Breakout Force	98,421 lbs ft (133,439 nm) Starting 2023 Model Year
Bucket Capacity	6.2 - 17 (4.7 - 13) Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine	C18 Starting 2023 Model Year
Engine Power	541 (403) Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine type	Cat C18 Starting 2024 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	11.3 (3.4) Starting 2019 Model Year
Net Power	538 hp (401 kw) Starting 2023 Model Year
Operating Weight	116,362 lbs (52,781 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year
Tip Load	86,941 39,436) Starting 2024 Model Year
Travel Speed	21.6 / 14.4 mph Starting 2024 Model Year
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev)	21.6 / 14.4 mph Starting 2021 Model Year

Axles

Front	Fixed
Oscillation Angle	13 degrees
Rear	Trunnion

Brakes

ISO 3450:2011

Bucket

Bucket Capacities

17 cu yd (13 cu m)

Engine

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%

Hydraulic Cycle Times

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

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

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)

Hydraulic System - Steering

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

Operating Specifications

Bucket Capacity Range	6.2 - 17 yd
Operating Weight	116,362 lbs (52,781 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

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

Transmission Type

Cat switched reluctance electric drive

Caterpillar 988K XEs currently for sale

A Caterpillar 988K XE From MacAllister Machinery – South for Call for Price

A Caterpillar 988K XE From Boyd CAT for $494,444.00 USD

A Caterpillar 988K XE From Cleveland Brothers for Call for Price

A Caterpillar 988K XE From MacAllister Machinery – South for $825,000.00 USD

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