988 G Caterpillar 988 G Specifications & Technical Data (2000—2004)

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The Caterpillar 988 G is a wheel loader manufactured by Caterpillar from 2000 to 2004. It has a weight of 50 tons and a transport …

The Caterpillar 988 G is a wheel loader manufactured by Caterpillar from 2000 to 2004. It has a weight of 50 tons and a transport length of 12.6 meters. The bucket capacity is 6.3 cubic meters, with a bucket width of 3.98 meters. The maximum discharge height is 4.46 meters. It has a travel speed of 38.7 km/h and a transport width and height of 3.98 meters and 4.15 meters respectively. The lifting force of this machine is 460 kN, and it has a turning radius outside of 8.83 meters. The bucket capacity ranges from a minimum of 6.3 cubic meters to a maximum of 7 cubic meters. It is equipped with air conditioning as special equipment.

Technical specs - 988 G Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
50 t
Standard tyres
35/65-33
Bucket width
3.98 m
Bucket capacity
6.3 m³
Bucket capacity min.
6.3 m³
Bucket capacity max.
7 m³
Transport length
12.6 m
Transport width
3.98 m
Transport height
4.15 m
Travel speed
38.7 km/h
Max. discharge height
4.46 m
Turning radius outside
8.83 m
Lifting force
460 kN
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
3456 EUI
Engine power
354 kW
Displacement
15.8 l
Revolutions at max torque
1900 rpm

More technical details, like: steering mode, model series, dimension lxwxh, max. torque, no. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke, emission level are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with ROPS cabin, std. shovel and teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
Swing loader
No
telescopic
No
Aircondition
Yes
Quick hitch hydr.
No
Quick hitch mech.
No

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Caterpillar 988 G FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 988 G manufactured?

The Caterpillar 988 G was manufactured from 2000 to 2004.

How much does the Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader weighs 50 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 988 G has a transport length of 12.6 meters, a transport width of 3.98 meters, and a transport height of 4.15 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 988 G has a travel speed of 38.7 km/h.

What is the standard tyre size of the Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader has standard tyres sized 35/65-33.

What is the turning radius of the Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader has an outside turning radius of 8.83 meters.

What is the lifting force of the Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader has a lifting force of 460 kN.

What is the maximum discharge height of the Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader has a maximum discharge height of 4.46 meters.

What are the specifications of the bucket on the Caterpillar 988 G wheel loader?

The bucket on the Caterpillar 988 G has a capacity ranging from 6.3 to 7 cubic meters and a width of 3.98 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 988 G Wheel loader (2000u20132004) worth?

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Standard tyres:
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Bucket width:
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