The Caterpillar 988 Wheel Loader (2023-2026) is characterised by high engine power at 579 hp (432 kW) and high weight at 116,845 lb (53 t). Another useful figure is bucket capacity at 9.02 yd³ (6.9 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2023-2026
Weight: 116,845 lb (53 t)Engine power: 579 hp (432 kW)Bucket capacity: 9.02 yd³ (6.9 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 10.1 yd³ (7.7 m³)
116,845 lb (53 t)Weight
579 hp (432 kW)Engine power
9.02 yd³ (6.9 m³)Bucket capacity
10.1 yd³ (7.7 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
9.02 yd³ (6.9 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
85,652 lbf (381 kN)Lifting Force
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
1,500 rpmEngine speed at max torque
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
579 hp (432 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
High
116,845 lb (53 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well above the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
High
9.02 yd³ (6.9 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Lifting Force
High
85,652 lbf (381 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is well above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Low 12 mph (19.3 km/h)Typical 21.4 mph (34.4 km/h)High 26.7 mph (43 km/h)
Travel speed is above the typical figure.
Maximum torque
High
2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Low 107 lb-ft (145 Nm)Typical 732 lb-ft (992 Nm)High 2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Maximum torque is well above the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterYES
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 988 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2023-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power579 hp (432 kW)
Lifting Force85,652 lbf (381 kN)
Maximum torque2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,500 rpm
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width13.2 ft (4.02 m)
Maximum discharge height11.3 ft (3.44 m)
Transport height14.8 ft (4.5 m)
Transport length40 ft (12.2 m)
Outside turning radius28.5 ft (8.69 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity9.02 yd³ (6.9 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity10.1 yd³ (7.7 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity9.02 yd³ (6.9 m³)
Weight116,845 lb (53 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke145×183 mm
Displacement4.78 US gal (18.1 L)
Emission levelEU V
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC18 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres35/65 R 33
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterYes
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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