988K Caterpillar 988K Specifications & Technical Data (2017—2026)

The Caterpillar 988K is a wheel loader manufactured since 2017. It has a weight of 51.06 tons and a transport length of 11.89 mete…

The Caterpillar 988K is a wheel loader manufactured since 2017. It has a weight of 51.06 tons and a transport length of 11.89 meters. The bucket width is 4.03 meters and the maximum discharge height is 3.69 meters. It has a travel speed of 39.3 km/h and a transport height of 4.19 meters. The lifting force is 408 kN and the turning radius outside is 17.25 meters. The bucket capacity ranges from 4.7 to 13 cubic meters. Special equipment includes air conditioning and a diesel particulate filter.

Technical specs - 988K Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
51.06 t
Standard tyres
35/65-R33
Bucket width
4.03 m
Bucket capacity min.
4.7 m³
Bucket capacity max.
13 m³
Transport length
11.89 m
Transport height
4.19 m
Travel speed
39.3 km/h
Max. discharge height
3.69 m
Turning radius outside
17.25 m
Lifting force
408 kN
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
C18 Acert
Engine power
425 kW
Displacement
18.1 l
Emission level
Tier 2/ II

More technical details, like: bucket capacity, steering mode, transport width, model series, dimension lxwxh, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, no. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with ROPS cabin, std. shovel and teeth

Special equipment

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

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Caterpillar 988K FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 988K manufactured?

The Caterpillar 988K was first produced in 2017.

How much does the Caterpillar 988K wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 988K wheel loader weighs 51.06 tons.

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

The Caterpillar 988K has a transport length of 11.89 meters and a transport height of 4.19 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 988K wheel loader has a travel speed of 39.3 km/h.

What are the undercarriage specifications of the Caterpillar 988K wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 988K wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 35/65-R33.

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

The Caterpillar 988K wheel loader has an outside turning radius of 17.25 meters.

What is the power rating of the Caterpillar 988K wheel loader?

The source data does not provide the power rating for the Caterpillar 988K wheel loader.

What is the material handling capacity of the Caterpillar 988K in terms of discharge height?

The Caterpillar 988K has a maximum discharge height of 3.69 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 988K wheel loader has a bucket with a maximum capacity of 13 cubic meters, a minimum capacity of 4.7 cubic meters, and a width of 4.03 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 988K Wheel loader (2017u20132025) worth?

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