988K

Cat C18 Engine

The Cat C18 engine is built and tested to meet your most demanding applications while meeting Tier 4 Final/Stage IV OR Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent OR Tier 2/Stage II Equivalent emission standards.

• Fully integrated electronic engine controls works in concert with the entire machine to make your fuel go farther.
• Use less fuel idling with Engine Idle Shutdown.
• Maximized durability with Delayed Engine Shutdown.

Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC)

Enable your operators to maximize efficiency by varying machine rimpull while putting more horsepower to hydraulics.

• Reduced tire wear
• Enables full throttle shifts for faster cycle times
• Provides smooth approach to the dump target for less spillage and faster cycle times.

Economy Mode

Enabling maximum productivity and efficiency, all day every day. The 988K systems work hard to save you fuel through advanced technologies. Utilizing On Demand Throttle, operators maintain normal operation with the left pedal and implements while the 988K manages the engine speed.

• Provides similar control and feel to our traditional throttle lock feature.
• Efficiency of manual throttle and the ergonomics of throttle lock operation.
• Reduced fuel consumption by up to 20% compared to the 988H.

Front Linkage

To ensure long life and reliability, the linkage pin joints feature a greased pin design with an auto lube system attachment available from the factory.

Cat Planetary Powershift Transmission

Building your success begins with a best-in-class transmission designed specifically for mining applications.

• Consistent, smooth shifting and efficiency through integrated electronic controls that utilize Advanced Productivity Electronic Control Strategy (APECS).
• Long life and reliability through heat treat gear and metallurgy.
• Four forward and three reverse speeds to match your application.

Positive Flow Control Hydraulics

Increase efficiency through our Positive Flow Control (PFC) Hydraulic System. PFC has concurrent pump and valve control. By optimizing pump control, hydraulic oil flow is proportionate to implement lever movement.

• Fast, productive cycles are enabled by the fully variable implement pump.
• Increase bucket feel and control through increased hydraulic response.
• Consistent performance and efficiency with lower system heat.
• Full hydraulic flow down to 1,400 engine rpm enabled by flow sharing technology.

Information Display

We have worked hard to help our customers and operators perform at their best through our newly upgraded touch screen information display.

• Intuitive operation and easy navigation with our enhanced user interface.
• Decrease service time by keeping operators informed about machine systems.
• Quick on-the-go weighing with the Cat Production Measurement.

We can help you succeed by ensuring your 988K has design features to reduce your downtime.

• Safe and convenient service with ground level or platform access and grouped service points.
• Swing-out doors on both sides of the engine compartment provide easy access to important daily service checks.
• Ecology drains for ease of service and prevention of spilling potential environmental contaminants.
• Reduce downtime with VIMS system notifications so your operators and technicians can resolve any problems before failure.
• Ground level access to transmission control valves.

Machine Access

• Left and right hand stairs with 45 degree angle enhance safety for operators getting on and off the 988K.
• Continuous walkway with non-skid surfaces are designed into the service areas.
• Maintain three points of contact at all times through ground level or platform accessible service areas.

Efficient Combination

For full truck payloads with minimum loading time, an efficient loading/hauling system starts with a perfect match. Cat wheel loaders are matched with Cat off-highway trucks to maximize volume of material moved at the lowest operating cost per ton. The 988K equipped with the standard linkage will pass match the 770 (36 tonnes/40 tons) in 3 passes and the 772 (45 tonnes/50 tons) in 4 passes. Equipped with a high lift linkage the 988K is capable of loading a 773 (56 tonnes/61.7 tons) in 5 passes and the 775 (64 tonnes/70 tons) in 6 passes.

Data from customer machines show Cat wheel loaders are among the most fuel efficient machines in the industry. Several features contribute to this excellent fuel efficiency:

• Performance Series Buckets - Deliver faster fill times and better material retention, ultimately reducing cycle times while improving productivity and fuel efficiency.
• Positive Flow Control Hydraulics - Provides only the hydraulic flow required by the implement and steering systems for improved fuel efficiency and greater rimpull.
• Engine - Advanced engine controls maximizes power and efficiency.
• Economy Mode - Featuring On Demand Throttle, Economy Mode optimizes power for maximum fuel savings with minimal impact on production.
• Engine Idle Shutdown - Automatic engine and electrical system shutdown conserves fuel.
• Lock up Torque Converter - Transfers more power to the ground and optimizes fuel efficiency in all applications.
• Advanced Productivity Electronic Control Strategy (APECS) - All new APECS transmission controls provides greater momentum on grades and fuel savings by carrying that momentum through the shift points. Machine configuration, operator technique, and job site layout can impact fuel consumption.
• Machine Configuration - Select the correct work tool and tire type based on machine application. Ensure proper inflation pressures. Utilize the Economy Mode setting for maximum efficiency.
• Job Site Layout - Spot loading targets in the right position. Avoid traveling more than 1.5 tire revolutions during truck loading cycles. Reduce transport distance for load and carry cycles by optimizing job site layout.
• Loading Bucket - Load in first gear. Raise and tilt bucket quickly and do not use a “pumping” motion. Avoid lift lever detent and use impeller clutch.
• Loading Truck or Hopper - Do not raise the work tool any higher than necessary. Keep engine rpm low and unload in controlled manner.
• Idle - Set the parking brake to engage Engine Idle Management System.