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987 Wheel Loader

The Cat® 987 Large Wheel Loader delivers efficient production, low fuel consumption, and up to 18,000-hour mid-life durability. Designed for quarry, aggregate, and load-and-carry applications, the 987 provides the payload, performance, and lifecycle value needed to lower cost per ton.

987 Wheel Loader

DESCRIPTION

The Cat® 987 Wheel Loader is the right-sized production machine for quarry, aggregate, utility mining, and block handling applications. With payloads up to 14 tons, low fuel burn per ton, and durability designed for up to 18,000 hours before rebuild, it helps move more material while lowering total ownership costs.

Achieve Greater Productivity

        
  • Optimized payload options, including 12.5-ton standard payload and 14-ton aggregate configurations, to move more material per pass.
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  • Standard Lift, High Lift and Extended High Lift counterweight configurations for stronger performance and greater material handling capability. 
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  • Visibility over the top of the linkage for greater confidence while loading.
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  • Convenient, responsive electro-hydraulic controls help increase operator productivity.
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  • Optimized 50-ton truck match supports efficient pass matching and strong production.
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  • Extended High Lift provides dump clearance for efficient 775 truck loading. 
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  • Improved visibility and camera/display options increase operator awareness.
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  • Rated payload aligns with the 988 platform; aggregate configurations reach 14 tons.
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  • Common controls support intuitive, consistent operation.

987 Wheel Loader
987 Wheel Loader

Proven Reliability

        
  • Cat C15 engine is built and tested to meet your most demanding applications.
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  • Cat torque converter with lock-up clutch delivers efficient power transfer while reducing system heat.
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  • High capacity implement pump and valve for fast cycle times, efficient production and low cost per ton.
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  • Maximum responsiveness with Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™).
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  • Transmission neutralizer pedal helps extend service brake life and allows full power during stationary loading.
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  • Mechanically Actuated Electronic Unit Injection (MEUI™) fuel system and Advanced Diesel Engine Management (ADEM™) A5 electronic control module manage fuel delivery for optimum performance and quick engine response.

Long-Term Value and Durability

        
  • Advanced lift arm, crossmember and reinforced frame design for improved durability, longer component life and confidence in demanding applications.
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  • Robust transmission delivers long life and smooth, consistent shifting.
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  • Advanced Productivity Electronic Control Shifting (APECS) helps maintain momentum when traveling on grades.
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  • Positive Flow Control (PFC) hydraulic system helps increase efficiency, bucket feel, and responsiveness with consistent performance.
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  • Advanced filtration system for extended performance and reliability of the hydraulic system.
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  • Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC) helps minimize tire spin by allowing torque to adjust to underfoot conditions.
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  • Common bucket compatibility across lift arrangements and compatibility with legacy 988 GC buckets to simplify fleet management and help protect attachment investments.

987 Wheel Loader
987 Wheel Loader

Powerful Efficiency

        
  • Optimized engine power and hydraulics deliver fast cycles and precise implement control.
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  • Fuel-efficient performance helps to lower cost per ton.
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  • Payload and counterweight options support efficient application matching.
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  • Telematics, remote services, and compatibility help reduce complexity.
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  • Fully integrated electronic engine controls make your fuel go farther.
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  • Engine Idle Management System and Auto Engine Idle Shutdown reduces idle RPM and maximize fuel efficiency.

Technology for Safe, Productive Operation

        
  • Cat Technologies developed to monitor, manage, and enhance your jobsite operations.
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  • Cat Payload ready provides accurate weighing* of the materials you are loading and hauling. Payload data is displayed in real-time to improve productivity and reduce overloading.
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  • Optional Cat Detect enhances awareness of the environment around working equipment and provides alerts to help keep people and assets safe on the jobsite.
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  • Product Link™ wirelessly connects you to your equipment, giving you access to essential information you need to know to run your business. Gain valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing.
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  • Optional Advanced Productivity subscription provides comprehensive actionable information to help you manage and improve the productivity and profitability of your operations.
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  • Standard work tool recognition provides awareness of bucket install.
*Not legal for trade.

987 Wheel Loader
987 Wheel Loader

Work Safer Every Day

        
  • Standard secondary steering and a seat belt reminder system with motion inhibit help support safer operation and operator confidence.
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  • Standard rear-vision camera, LED work lights, and heated mirrors enhance visibility in demanding working conditions. Optional Object Detection and Surround Vision, help boost operator awareness. 
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  • Adjustable to any payload configuration, providing a smoother ride and more responsive machine — without compromise.
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  • Standard stairway/access arrangement supports safer entry and exit from the machine.
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  • Computerized monitoring with warning indicators helps operators identify issues early and reduce unplanned downtime.
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  • Standard Rear Vision camera enhances visibility behind the machine, helping you work safely and confidently.
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  • Pressurized cabin with filtered air and reduced sound levels.

Save on Service and Maintenance

        
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System with temperature monitoring to help extend tire life, reduce downtime and improve operating confidence.
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  • High-speed oil change system helps reduce service time with a remote port and components for faster oil changes.
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  • Grouped service points provide easy access to critical daily service checks.
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  • Electro-hydraulic controls provide smooth, precise operation, helping reduce operator effort and support productive performance.
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  • Durable lift arm, reinforced frames, and enhanced crossmember design help extend component life and reduce lifecycle costs.
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  • Reduced waste with maintenance-free batteries.
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  • Ecology drains to help prevent spills and allow for easy service.
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  • Vehicle Information Management System (VIMS™) notifications to help resolve problems before failure.
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  • Extended maintenance intervals help maximize uptime while reducing fluid and filter replacement costs.
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  • Optional high-speed oil change system, Fast Fill and cold-weather fluid options to simplify service, reduce downtime and support reliable operation in harsh conditions.

987 Wheel Loader
987 Wheel Loader

Operator Comfort and Control

        
  • Ergonomically positioned controls feature large, backlit switches and LED indicators, while the updated keypad and standardized switch layout simplify operation and enhance cab familiarity.
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  • Deluxe and Premium cab options with powered precleaner for improved operator comfort, control and cab air quality.
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  • Two-position rocker switch easily activates the electro-hydraulic parking brake.
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  • Reduced vibrations from isolated cab mounts and seat air suspension.
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  • Load-sensing hydraulic steering delivers precise, responsive machine control to help operators maneuver confidently and efficiently in demanding loading applications.
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  • Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner automates lift and return functions, reducing joystick inputs and operator fatigue while delivering consistent bucket positioning for smoother, more efficient operation.

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, single 145 amp
    • Batteries, maintenance-free
    • Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V
    • Lighting system (LED, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
    • Starting and charging system, 24V
    • Auxiliary jump start receptacle
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Air conditioner
    • Cab door, fixed window (LH)
    • Cab precleaner (powered)
    • Cab, sound suppressed and pressurized, integrated rollover protective structure/falling objects protective structure (ROPS/FOPS)
    • Cat Vision, rear vision camera system
    • Cat Payload * ready (Not legal for trade)
    • Controls, lift and tilt function
    • Graphical information display, displays real-time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
    • Heater, defroster
    • Horn, electric
    • Instrumentation, gauges; coolant temperature, fuel level, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) level, hydraulic oil temperature, powertrain oil temperature, speedometer tachometer
    • Light, cab, dome
    • Lights, directional
    • Lights, LED
    • Lunchbox, beverage holders
    • Mirrors, heated, rearview (externally mounted)
    • Radio, AM/FM with Bluetooth® technology, USB port and 3.5 mm AUX input
    • Seat, Deluxe (cloth/heated)
    • Seat Belt Reminder System: Seat Belt Alert and Seat Belt Inhibit
    • Seat Belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • Steering and Integrated Control (STIC™) System
    • Transmission gear indicator
    • UV glass
    • Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear) - intermittent
    • Window pull-down visor
  • POWERTRAIN
    • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
    • Case drain screens
    • Crankcase guard
    • Electro-hydraulic parking brake
    • Engine, Cat C15, turbocharged aftercooled
    • Ground-level engine shutdown switch
    • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
    • Secondary steering
    • Starting aid, ether, automatic
    • Torque converter, neutralizer
    • Transmission, planetary powershift, 4F/3R electronic control
    • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
  • ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Automatic bucket lift kickout positioner
    • Base machine price includes a rim allowance
    • Cat® Clean Emission Module (CEM)
    • Couplings, Cat O-ring face seals
    • Demand fan, hydraulically driven
    • Doors, service access (locking)
    • Ecology drains for engine, radiator, hydraulic tank
    • Fuel tank, 535 L (141 gal)
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Hoses, Cat XT™
    • Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system
    • Oil sampling valves
    • Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to -340 C (-290 F)
    • Rear access to cab and service platform
    • Steering, load-sensing
    • Toe kicks
    • Vandalism protection caplocks

Optional Equipment

  • NOTE
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cab door, sliding window (LH)
    • Cab precleaner (non-powered)
    • Cat Detect® , object detection system
    • Cat Payload* (Not legal for trade)
    • LED warning strobe
    • Mirrors, handrail mounted
    • Printer, payload
    • Radio, CB ready
    • Seat, Premium (leather, heated/cooled)
    • Surround Vision
  • POWERTRAIN
    • Antifreeze -500 C (-580 F)
    • Autolube - linkage, cylinder and hitch pins
    • Axle oil cooling
    • Engine block heater 120V or 240V
    • Engine oil change system, high speed
    • High ambient cooling - software
    • Hydraulic oil, Arctic -400 C (-400 F)
    • Ride control
  • ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Cold weather starting (extra two batteries)
    • Compression brake, engine
    • Fast fill fuel system
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Sound suppression, engine enclosure
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • Wheel chocks
  • OTHER OPTIONAL CONFIGURATIONS
    • Aggregate handler
    • Block handler

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
987 Wheel Loader
Name:
987
Brand:
Cat
Status:
Current

Engine

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
449 hp / 355 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 (DIN)
455 hp (metric) / 455 hp (metric)
Engine Model
Cat® C15
Rated Speed
2000 rpm
Peak Power Speed
1600 rpm
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
456 hp / 340 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
448 hp / 334 kW
Bore
5.4 in / 137 mm
Stroke
6.75 in / 171.5 mm
Displacement
927 in³ / 15.2 l
Peak Torque (1,200 rpm) - SAE J1995:2014
1778 lbf·ft / 2411 N·m
Torque Rise
16%
Note (1)
Two engine emission options are available: 1. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. 2. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Note (2)
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.
Note (3)
Net power at the flywheel when the fan is at maximum speed is 304 kW / 408 hp per SAE reference conditions.

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight - Standard Lift
106823 lb / 48454 kg
Bucket Capacity Range
6.4-9.6 m3 (8.3-12.5 yd3)
Operating Weight - High Lift
111743 lb / 50686 kg
Operating Weight - Extended High Lift 
113847 lb / 51640 kg
Rated Payload - Standard Lift (Quarry Face) 
12.5 ton (US) / 11.3 t
Rated Payload - Standard Lift (Loose Material) 
14 ton (US) / 12.7 t
Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face)
12.5 ton (US) / 11.3 t
Rated Payload - High Lift (Loose Material) 
14 ton (US) / 12.7 t
Rated Payload - Extended High Lift (Quarry Face) 
12.5 ton (US) / 11.3 t
Bucket Capacity Range - Quarry Face 
6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3)
Bucket Capacity Range - Material Handler 
6.9-9.6 m3 (9-12.5 yd3)
Cat Truck Match - Standard Lift
770/735/740/745
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
772/773/707
Cat Truck Match - Extended High Lift
772/773/775

Transmission

Transmission Type
Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1
5 mile/h / 7.3 km/h
Forward - 2
8 mile/h / 12.2 km/h
Reverse - 1
5 mile/h / 7.6 km/h
Reverse - 2
8 mile/h / 13.6 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 1
Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Forward 2
8 mile/h / 12.7 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3
14 mile/h / 22 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4
24 mile/h / 39 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1
Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
9 mile/h / 14.1 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
16 mile/h / 25 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 4
25.4 mile/h / 40.8 km/h
Note
Travel speeds based on 35/65-R33 tires.

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
EH - Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System - Pump
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm
159 gpm / 600 L/min
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4598 psi / 31700 kPa
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke
190 mm x 1216 mm (7.5 in x 48 in)
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke
170 mm x 722 mm (6.7 in x 28.4 in)
Pilot System
Variable displacement piston
Relief Valve Setting
500 psi / 3450 kPa

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Rack Back
3.8 s / 3.8 s
Raise
7.5 s / 7.5 s
Dump
3 s / 3 s
Lower Float Down
4.6 s / 4.6 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket
18.9 s / 18.9 s

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm
52 gpm / 200 L/min
Relief Valve Setting - Steering
4000 psi / 27600 kPa
Total Steering Angle
70°
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
3 s / 3 s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
5.2 s / 5.2 s

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134y (Global Warming Potential = 0.501), the system contains 1.51 kg (3.3 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 0.001 metric tonnes (0.001 tons).

Axles

Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
+/-12.5°
Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement
+/-8.5°

Brakes

Brakes
ISO 3450:2011

Operator's Cab

ROPS/FOPS
Rollover Protective Structure/Falling Objects Protective Structure (ROPS/FOPS) meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
73 dB(A) / 73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
113 dB(A) / 113 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
72 dB(A) / 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
110 dB(A) / 110 dB(A)
Note (1)
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”
Note (2)
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC" and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Note (3)
The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.

Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
74 dB(A) / 74 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
113 dB(A) / 113 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
73 dB(A) / 73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
110 dB(A) / 110 dB(A)
Note (1)
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”
Note (2)
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC" and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Note (3)
The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank
141 gal (US) / 535 l
Fuel Tank - Short Lift
127 gal (US) / 481 l
Cooling System
26 gal (US) / 100 l
Engine Crankcase
9 gal (US) / 34 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
6 gal (US) / 23 l
Transmission
20 gal (US) / 75 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front
49 gal (US) / 186 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
45 gal (US) / 170 l
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
94 gal (US) / 355 l
Hydraulic System - Tank Only
34 gal (US) / 130 l
Note
Cat U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) and are compatible* with ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: - 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)*** - 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Cat engines meeting Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA are compatible* with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels*** up to: - 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)**** - 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations (SEBU6250) for details. * While Caterpillar engines are compatible with these alternative fuels, some regions may not allow their use. ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. *** Engines with no aftertreatment devices are compatible with higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). **** For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS
13.5 ft / 4100 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
13.3 ft / 4060 mm
Ground to Top of Hood
10.7 ft / 3270 mm
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance
2.3 ft / 691 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.3 ft / 3132 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
14.1 ft / 4304 mm
Wheel Base
12.5 ft / 3810 mm
Maximum Overall Length
36.7 ft / 11199 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.5 ft / 459 mm
Ground to Center of Front Axle
3.2 ft / 978 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift (45° Dump) 
10 ft / 3500 mm
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level
40 degrees
Rack Back Angle at Carry
49 degrees
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
16.1 ft / 4914 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
22.9 ft / 6974 mm
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift
62 degrees
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
46 degrees
Reach at Maximum Lift (45° Dump) 
7.2 ft / 2206 mm
Note
Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires.

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS
13.5 ft / 4100 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
13.3 ft / 4060 mm
Ground to Top of Hood
10.7 ft / 3270 mm
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance
2.3 ft / 691 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.3 ft / 3132 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
15.6 ft / 4753 mm
Wheel Base
12.5 ft / 3810 mm
Maximum Overall Length
38.2 ft / 11647 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.5 ft / 459 mm
Ground to Center of Front Axle
3.2 ft / 978 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift (45° Dump)
11.5 ft / 3514 mm
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level
40 degrees
Rack Back Angle at Carry
50 degrees
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
17.6 ft / 5372 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
24.4 ft / 7432 mm
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift
63 degrees
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
46 degrees
Reach at Maximum Lift (45° Dump)
7.5 ft / 2279 mm
Note
Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires.

Dimensions (Approximate) – Extended High Lift

Ground to Top of ROPS
13.5 ft / 4100 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
13.3 ft / 4060 mm
Ground to Top of Hood
10.7 ft / 3270 mm
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance
2.2 ft / 686 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.3 ft / 3132 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
16.7 ft / 5085 mm
Wheel Base
12.5 ft / 3810 mm
Maximum Overall Length
39.3 ft / 11980 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.5 ft / 459 mm
Ground to Center of Front Axle
3.2 ft / 978 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift (45° Dump)
12.8 ft / 3896 mm
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level
43 ° / 43 °
Rack Back Angle at Carry
53 ° / 53 °
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
18.9 ft / 5755 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
25.6 ft / 7815 mm
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift
61 ° / 61 °
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
46 ° / 46 °
Reach at Maximum Lift (45° Dump)
7.5 ft / 2282 mm
Note
Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires.

SEE HOW 987 COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Large Wheel Loaders
987
987 Wheel Loader
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
449 hp / 355 kW
Engine Model
Cat® C15
Rated Speed
2000 rpm
Peak Power Speed
1600 rpm
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
456 hp / 340 kW
Bore
5.4 in / 137 mm
Stroke
6.75 in / 171.5 mm
Displacement
927 in³ / 15.2 l
Torque Rise
16%
Note (1)
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”
Note (2)
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC" and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Note (3)
The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Bucket Capacity Range
6.4-9.6 m3 (8.3-12.5 yd3)
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
772/773/707
Transmission Type
Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1
5 mile/h / 7.3 km/h
Forward - 2
8 mile/h / 12.2 km/h
Reverse - 1
5 mile/h / 7.6 km/h
Reverse - 2
8 mile/h / 13.6 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2
8 mile/h / 12.7 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3
14 mile/h / 22 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4
24 mile/h / 39 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
9 mile/h / 14.1 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
16 mile/h / 25 km/h
Note
Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires.
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
EH - Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System - Pump
Variable displacement piston
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4598 psi / 31700 kPa
Rack Back
3.8 s / 3.8 s
Raise
7.5 s / 7.5 s
Dump
3 s / 3 s
Lower Float Down
4.6 s / 4.6 s
Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Total Steering Angle
70°
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134y (Global Warming Potential = 0.501), the system contains 1.51 kg (3.3 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 0.001 metric tonnes (0.001 tons).
Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
+/-12.5°
Brakes
ISO 3450:2011
ROPS/FOPS
Rollover Protective Structure/Falling Objects Protective Structure (ROPS/FOPS) meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
74 dB(A) / 74 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
113 dB(A) / 113 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
73 dB(A) / 73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
110 dB(A) / 110 dB(A)
Note (4)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Transmission
20 gal (US) / 75 l
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
94 gal (US) / 355 l
Hydraulic System - Tank Only
34 gal (US) / 130 l
Ground to Top of ROPS
13.5 ft / 4100 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
13.3 ft / 4060 mm
Ground to Top of Hood
10.7 ft / 3270 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.3 ft / 3132 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
16.7 ft / 5085 mm
Wheel Base
12.5 ft / 3810 mm
Maximum Overall Length
39.3 ft / 11980 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.5 ft / 459 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
18.9 ft / 5755 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
25.6 ft / 7815 mm
Selected Model
Large Wheel Loaders
986
986
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
449 hp / 335 kW
Engine Model
Cat® C15
Rated Speed
2000
Peak Power Speed
1600
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
456 hp / 340 kW
Bore
5.4 in / 137 mm
Stroke
6.75 in / 171.5 mm
Displacement
927 in³ / 15.2 l
Torque Rise
16%
Note (1)
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”
Note (2)
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Note (3)
The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Bucket Capacity Range
5.0-10.3 m³ (6.5-13.5 yd³)
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
772/773
Transmission Type
Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1
5 mile/h / 7.3 km/h
Forward - 2
8 mile/h / 12.2 km/h
Reverse - 1
5 mile/h / 7.6 km/h
Reverse - 2
8 mile/h / 13.6 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2
8 mile/h / 12.7 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3
14 mile/h / 22 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4
24 mile/h / 39 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
9 mile/h / 14.1 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
16 mile/h / 25 km/h
Note
<ul><li>All dimensions are approximate.</li><li>Specifications are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.</li></ul>
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System - Pump
2 × 110 cc variable displacement
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4050 psi / 27900 kPa
Rack Back
4.5 s / 4.5 s
Raise
9 s / 9 s
Dump
3.5 s / 3.5 s
Lower Float Down
4.3 s / 4.3 s
Steering System - Circuit
Load Sense
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Total Steering Angle
70°
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes (2.837 tons).
Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
±12.5°
Brakes
ISO 3450:2011
ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
74 dB(A) / 74 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
113 dB(A) / 113 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
73 dB(A) / 73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
110 dB(A) / 110 dB(A)
Note (4)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Transmission
20 gal (US) / 75 l
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
87 gal (US) / 330 l
Hydraulic System - Tank Only
34 gal (US) / 130 l
Ground to Top of ROPS
13.5 ft / 4100 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
13.3 ft / 4060 mm
Ground to Top of Hood
10.7 ft / 3270 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.3 ft / 3132 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
12.6 ft / 3834 mm
Wheel Base
12.5 ft / 3810 mm
Maximum Overall Length
35.4 ft / 10776 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.5 ft / 459 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
17.6 ft / 5371 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
23.9 ft / 7276 mm
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Large Wheel Loaders
988
988 Large Wheel Loader
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
580 hp / 432 kW
Engine Model
Cat® C18
Rated Speed
1700/rpm
Peak Power Speed
1500/rpm
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
588 hp / 439 kW
Bore
5.7 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1105 in³ / 18.1 l
Torque Rise
58 % / 58 %
Note (1)
* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”
Note (2)
** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Note (3)
The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Bucket Capacity Range
4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3)
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
773 - 775
Transmission Type
Cat planetary powershift
Forward - 1
4 mile/h / 6.5 km/h
Forward - 2
7.2 mile/h / 11.6 km/h
Reverse - 1
4.7 mile/h / 7.5 km/h
Reverse - 2
8.3 mile/h / 13.3 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2
7.8 mile/h / 12.5 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3
13.9 mile/h / 22.3 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4
24.4 mile/h / 39.3 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
8.9 mile/h / 14.3 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
15.8 mile/h / 25.5 km/h
Note
• All non-road Tier 4 Final/Stage V diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: – 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* – 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. • Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer).** • For pre-Tier 4 engines: Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: – 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* – 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
EH- Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing
Lift/Tilt System - Pump
Variable displacement piston
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4757 psi / 32800 kPa
Rack Back
4.5 s / 4.5 s
Raise
8 s / 8 s
Dump
2.2 s / 2.2 s
Lower Float Down
3.5 s / 3.5 s
Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Total Steering Angle
86 °
Air Conditioning
• The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. • If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes (2.837 tons).
Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
13 °
Brakes
ISO 3450:2011
ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
73 dB(A) / 73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
112 dB(A) / 112 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
72 dB(A) / 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
110 dB(A) / 110 dB(A)
Note (4)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Transmission
24.3 gal (US) / 92 l
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
125.5 gal (US) / 475 l
Hydraulic System - Tank Only
63.4 gal (US) / 240 l
Ground to Top of ROPS
13.8 ft / 4202 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
14.8 ft / 4521 mm
Ground to Top of Hood
10.9 ft / 3334 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
10.5 ft / 3187 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
15.3 ft / 4661 mm
Wheel Base
14.9 ft / 4550 mm
Maximum Overall Length
40.7 ft / 12398 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
1.9 ft / 568 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
19.3 ft / 5887 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
25.8 ft / 7849 mm
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