488 PL Case Poclain Excavator Specs & Dimensions - (1988 - 1996)

The 488 PL wheel excavator model is manufactured by Case Poclain. Find and download detailed specs and data sheets for this machin…

The 488 PL wheel excavator model is manufactured by Case Poclain. Find and download detailed specs and data sheets for this machine here.

This wheel excavator is built to provide up to 46.4kW or 62 horse power, delivered from its powerful Deutz engine to the 8t 488 PL machine. This Case Poclain wheel excavator belongs to the smallest machine segment in the wheel excavators category. The model's dimensions are 6.15m x 2.27m x 2.98m. The bucket of 488 PL has a capacity of 0,35m³ which is average for this type of machine.

Overload alert, Track guidance and Blade are not provided on this model as of 1996. There are more detailed specifications and machine descriptions available in the original Case Poclain 488 PL specs data sheet.

The production stopped in 1996, where this 488 PL was available at a new list price between €118000 and €150000. For more detailed information about pricing and current residual values, check out the LECTURA Valuation system.

The most commonly viewed Case Poclain models of this type on LECTURA Specs are the, and other wheel excavators, which currently range from up to are also available. Want more detailed specifications? Download the latest Case Poclain 488 PL specs data sheet on LECTURA Specs today!

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Technical specs - 488 PL Case Poclain

Specification

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Weight
8 t
Standard tyres
8.25-20
Bucket capacity
0.35 m³
Transport length
6.15 m
Transport width
2.27 m
Transport height
2.98 m
Model series
PL
Engine manuf.
Deutz
Engine type
F4L912
Engine power
46.4 kW

More technical details, like: bucket capacity min., bucket capacity max., boom, outrigger stabilisers, max. reach horizontal, dredging depth, tear-out force, bucket width, dipper length, turning radius inside, turning radius outside, travel speed...

More technical details, like: bucket capacity min., bucket capacity max., boom, outrigger stabilisers, max. reach horizontal, dredging depth, tear-out force, bucket width, dipper length, turning radius inside, turning radius outside, travel speed, dimension lxwxh, displacement, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, no. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke, emission level, dipper length - standard, engine manufacturer, engine model, aspiration, engine output - net, number of track rollers - each side, track shoe width, transport length mono boom, transport height - maximum, overall undercarriage width, track length on ground, tailswing radius, zero tailswing?, ground clearance, heaped bucket capacity - standard, bucket capacity - smallest, bucket capacity - largest, overall bucket width - standard, overall bucket width - smallest, overall bucket width - largest, width over fixed tracks, track gauge - standard, ground level reach - mono boom, dig height - mono boom, dump height - mono boom, dig depth - mono boom, mono boom - size, standard dipper, longest dipper, fuel tank, ground bearing pressure, dipper tearout, bucket breakout, end lift - max reach, side lift - max reach, main pump, number of main pumps, boom pressure, operating weight are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model incl. ROPS cabin, FOPS, standard boom and standard bucket

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
Blade
No
Cabin adjustment
No
Overload alert
No
Material Handling Excavator
No
Track guidance
No
Aircondition
No
Quick hitch hydr.
No
Quick hitch mech.
No

Case Poclain 488 PL FAQ

When was the Case Poclain 488 PL manufactured?

The Case Poclain 488 PL was manufactured from 1988 to 1996.

How much does the Case Poclain 488 PL weigh?

The Case Poclain 488 PL weighs 8 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Case Poclain 488 PL wheel excavator?

The Case Poclain 488 PL has a transport length of 6.15 meters, a transport width of 2.27 meters, and a transport height of 2.98 meters.

What is the standard tyre size of the Case Poclain 488 PL?

The Case Poclain 488 PL is equipped with standard tyres sized 8.25-20.

What is the bucket capacity of the Case Poclain 488 PL wheel excavator?

The Case Poclain 488 PL wheel excavator has a bucket capacity of 0.35 cubic meters.

How much is a Case Poclain 488 PL Wheel excavator (1988u20131996) worth?

The residual value of the Case Poclain 488 PL depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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