988B Caterpillar 988B Specifications & Technical Data (1987—2026)

The Caterpillar 988B is a wheel loader that has been manufactured since 1987. It has a weight of 43.37 tons and a transport length…

The Caterpillar 988B is a wheel loader that has been manufactured since 1987. It has a weight of 43.37 tons and a transport length of 10.23 meters. The bucket capacity is 6.3 cubic meters, with a width of 3.65 meters. The maximum discharge height is 3.68 meters. It has a travel speed of 36.2 km/h and a transport width of 3.65 meters. The transport height is 6.75 meters. The lifting force is 395 kN and the turning radius outside is 7.87 meters. The bucket capacity ranges from a minimum of 5.4 cubic meters to a maximum of 6.3 cubic meters.

Technical specs - 988B Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
43.37 t
Standard tyres
35/65-33. 24PR
Bucket width
3.65 m
Bucket capacity
6.3 m³
Bucket capacity min.
5.4 m³
Bucket capacity max.
6.3 m³
Transport length
10.23 m
Transport width
3.65 m
Transport height
6.75 m
Travel speed
36.2 km/h
Max. discharge height
3.68 m
Turning radius outside
7.87 m
Lifting force
395 kN

More technical details, like: steering mode, model series, engine manuf., engine type, engine power, dimension lxwxh, displacement, revolutions at max torque, 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
No
Quick hitch hydr.
No
Quick hitch mech.
No

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Caterpillar 988B FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 988B manufactured?

The Caterpillar 988B was first produced in 1987.

How much does the Caterpillar 988B wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 988B wheel loader weighs 43.37 tons.

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

The Caterpillar 988B has a transport length of 10.23 meters, a transport width of 3.65 meters, and a transport height of 6.75 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 988B wheel loader has a travel speed of 36.2 km/h.

What are the standard tyre specifications of the Caterpillar 988B?

The Caterpillar 988B wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 35/65-33 with a 24PR rating.

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

The Caterpillar 988B wheel loader has an outside turning radius of 7.87 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 988B wheel loader has a lifting force of 395 kN.

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

The Caterpillar 988B wheel loader has a maximum discharge height of 3.68 meters.

What are the bucket specifications of the Caterpillar 988B wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 988B wheel loader has a bucket capacity ranging from 5.4 to 6.3 cubic meters, with a bucket width of 3.65 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 988B Wheel loader (1987u20132025) worth?

The residual value of the Caterpillar 988B depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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Standard tyres:
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Bucket width:
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Bucket capacity:
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