Overview
The Caterpillar 988H is a wheel loader listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 501 hp, operating weight of 109,249 lb, fuel capacity of 188.0 gal and hydraulic capacity of 70.5 gal. This model can be reviewed for loading, stockpile work, material handling, yard operations, and fleet comparison workflows. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 988H against similar wheel loader models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
109,249
lb
Net Power
501
hp
Gross Power
520
hp
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
8.30
yd3
Full Specifications
105 specs
Dimensions
B-Pin Height
19.20 ft / 5.85 m
Breakout Force
85,068 lb / 38,586 kg
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
8.33 yd³ / 6.37 m³
Bucket Capacity - Struck
6.90 yd³ / 5.28 m³
Bucket Width
12.50 ft / 3.81 m
C-Pin Height
3.31 ft / 1.01 m
Centerline Of Front Axle To Hitch
7.46 in / 189 mm
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Rear Bumper
10.28 in / 261 mm
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump
12.73 ft / 3.88 m
Dig Depth
0.74 ft / 0.23 m
Dump Clearance At Max Raise
11.33 ft / 3.45 m
Ground Clearance
1.67 ft / 0.51 m
Height - Spillguard
17.82 ft / 5.43 m
Height - Top Of Air Cleaner
11.10 ft / 3.38 m
Height - Top Of Cab
13.54 ft / 4.13 m
Height - Top Of Exhaust Stack
13.49 ft / 4.11 m
Height - Top Of Hood
10.35 ft / 3.15 m
Height to Top of Cab
13.42 ft / 4.09 m
Hinge Pin - Max Height
19.18 ft / 5.85 m
Length With Bucket On Ground
40.08 in / 1,018 mm
Overall Length
39.90 ft / 12.16 m
Rack Back Angle - Carry
56.50 deg
Rack Back Angle - Ground
47.80 deg
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Lift
45 deg
Rated Payload
27,558 lb / 12,500 kg
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
6.66 ft / 2.03 m
Wheel Base Length
14.93 ft / 4.55 m
Wheelbase
14.83 ft / 4.52 m
Width Over Tires
11.75 ft / 3.58 m
Engine
Alternator Supplied Amperage
100 A
Bore
5.70 in / 145 mm
Converter Drive - Forward 1
4.20
Converter Drive - Forward 2
7.30
Converter Drive - Forward 3
12.90
Converter Drive - Forward 4
22.30
Converter Drive - Reverse 1
4.70
Converter Drive - Reverse 2
8.40
Converter Drive - Reverse 3
14.70
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
27.20 gal / 103.0 L
Direct Drive - Forward 2
7.70
Direct Drive - Forward 3
13.60
Direct Drive - Forward 4
24
Direct Drive - Reverse 1
4.90
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
8.80
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
15.60
Displacement
1,105 cu in / 18.1 L
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C18 ACERT
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
15.90 gal / 60.2 L
Flywheel Power
501 hp / 373.6 kW
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
49 gal / 185.5 L
Fuel Capacity
188 gal / 711.7 L
Fuel Tank
188 gal / 711.7 L
Gross Power
555 hp / 413.9 kW
Gross Power - Iso 3046-2
520 hp / 387.8 kW
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
70.50 gal / 266.9 L
Lock-up disables
4
Max Speed - Forward
24 mph / 38.6 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse
15.60 mph / 25.1 km/h
Maximum Bucket Capacity
10 yd³ / 7.65 m³
Net Power
501 hp / 373.6 kW
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
501 hp / 373.6 kW
Net Power - Iso 14396
540 hp / 402.7 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
501 hp / 373.6 kW
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Forward Gears
4
Number of Reverse Gears
3
Operating Voltage
24 V
Operating Weight
109,249 lb / 49,555 kg
Power Measured @
1,800 rpm
Rear
Oscillating 13 degrees
Rear Axle Oscillation
26 lb / 12 kg
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
49 gal / 185.5 L
Static Tipping Weight
76,776 lb / 34,825 kg
Stroke
7.20 in / 183 mm
Tire Size
35 in / 889 mm
Total Steering Angle
86 deg
Transmission
Converter Drive - Forward 3
Transmission Fluid Capacity
18.50 gal / 70.0 L
Turning Radius
28 ft / 8.53 m
Hydraulics
Dump Time
2.40 sec
Lower Time
3.80 sec
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall
22.40
Pump Flow Capacity
130 gal/min / 492.1 L/min
Raise Time
9.40 sec
Relief Valve Setting
4,500 psi / 310.3 bar
Other
Hinge Pin Height, Unloaded
16.20 ft / 4.94 m
Tipping Load - Articulated 37 Degrees
73,826 lb / 33,487 kg
Tipping Load - Straight
84,038 lb / 38,119 kg
Turning Radius - Sae Carry
31 ft / 9.45 m
Brakes
Meet SAE ISO 3450:1996
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
8.30 yd³ / 6.35 m³
Cooling System
27.20 gal / 103.0 L
Crankcase
15.90 gal / 60.2 L
Differential - Final Drives - Front
49
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
49
Gross Power
520 hp / 387.8 kW
Hydraulic System - Tank Only
70.50 gal / 266.9 L
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
124.20
Main Hydraulic System Output At 2010 Rpm And 6900 Kpa (1000 Psi)
130 gal/min / 492.1 L/min
Pilot System - Gear-Type Pump Output At 2,010 Rpm And 2500 Kpa (363 Psi)
20.10 gal/min / 76.1 L/min
Raise
9.40
Relief Valve Setting - Low Idle
348 psi / 24.0 bar
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time
15.60
Transmission
18.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 988H? +
The Caterpillar 988H has an operating weight of 109,249 lb (49,555 kg). This places it in a class suited for wheel loader applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar 988H engine? +
The Caterpillar 988H produces 555 hp (413.9 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Wheel Loader work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar 988H compare to similar Wheel Loader models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 988H side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.