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Introduced in 1963, the 988 has been the industry leader for 50 years. Focused on helping our customers succeed, we have continued to build upon each new series. The 988K continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency. The Cat 988K Block Handler was designed to withstand the demanding and harsh environment of block handling applications. The features of the 988K Block Handler work together to provide a durable and reliable machine to meet your block handling needs.

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    Bore 5.7in
    Displacement 1105in³
    Emissions Einhaltung von EPA Tier 4 Final (USA)/Stufe V (EU), Tier-2-konform
    Engine Model C18 Cat®
    Gross - ISO 14396 580HP
    Net Power 541HP
    Net Power - SAE J1349 541HP
    Peak Power Speed 1500r/min
    Peak Power Speed - Gross - ISO 14396 580HP
    Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995 588HP
    Peak Power Speed - Net Power - SAE J1349 541HP
    Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm 2104lb/ft
    Stroke 7.2in
    Operating Weight 135602lb
    Direct Drive - Forward 1 Lock-up disabled
    Direct Drive - Forward 2 6.7mile/h
    Direct Drive - Forward 3 11.9mile/h
    Direct Drive - Forward 4 21mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 1 4.3mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 2 7.7mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 3 13.7mile/h
    Forward - 1 3.6mile/h
    Forward - 2 4.5mile/h
    Forward - 3 11.4mile/h
    Forward - 4 19mile/h
    Reverse - 1 4.1mile/h
    Reverse - 2 7.3mile/h
    Reverse - 3 13mile/h
    Transmission Type Cat-Planetenlastschaltgetriebe
    Front Fixed
    Oscillation Angle 13°
    Rear Trunnion
    Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke 235 mm × 976 mm (9.3 in × 38.4 in)
    Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke 291 mm × 671 mm (11.5 in × 26.4 in)
    Lift/Tilt System Variable displacement piston
    Lift/Tilt System - Circuit Pilot operated - EH control, flow sharing
    Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,860 rpm 153gal/min
    Maximum Flow at 1,700 rpm 13.7gal/min
    Pilot System Variable displacement piston
    Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 4757psi
    Relief Valve Setting - Main 551psi
    Dump 2.2s
    Lower Float Down 3.5s
    Rack Back 4.5s
    Raise 8s
    Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket 18.2s
    Maximum Flow 74gal/min
    Relief Valve Setting - Steering 4641psi
    Steering Cycle Times - High Idle 3.4s
    Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle 5.6s
    Steering System - Circuit Pilot, load sensing
    Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement
    Total Steering Angle 86°
    Cooling System 31.7gal (US)
    Crankcase 15.9gal (US)
    Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 8.7gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Front 49.1gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Rear 49.1gal (US)
    Fuel Tank 188.1gal (US)
    Hydraulic System - Tank Only 63.4gal (US)
    Hydraulic System Factory Fill 125.5gal (US)
    Transmission 31.7gal (US)
    Exterior Sound Level 111dB(A)
    Interior Sound Level 71dB(A)
    Exterior Sound Level 109dB(A)
    Interior Sound Level 70dB(A)
    Brakes SAE J1473 OKT90, ISO 3450:1992

    Standard Equipment:

    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, single 150 amp
    • Batteries, dry
    • Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V
    • Lighting system (halogen, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
    • Starting and charging system, 24V
    • Starter emergency start receptacle
    • Starter lockout in bumper
    • Transmission lockout in bumper
    • Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
    • Air conditioner
    • Cat Detect Vision, rear vision camera system
    • Cab, sound suppressed and pressurized, integrated rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) radio ready for entertainment, includes antenna, speakers and converter (12-volt 5-amp) and power port
    • Controls, lift and tilt function
    • Heater, defroster
    • Horn, electric
    • Instrumentation, gauges: - Coolant temperature - Engine hour meter - Hydraulic oil temperature - Power train oil temperature
    • Light, cab, dome
    • Lunchbox, beverage holders
    • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
    • Rimpull Control System
    • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), air suspension, six-way adjustable
    • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • STIC Control System
    • UV glass
    • Transmission gear indicator
    • Vital Information Management System (VIMS) with Graphical Information Display: External Data Port, Customizable Operator Profiles, Cycle Timer, Integrated Payload Control System
    • Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear): - Intermittent front and rear wipers
    • Lights, directional
    • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
    • Case drain screens
    • Crankcase guard
    • Electro hydraulic parking brake
    • Engine, C18 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
    • Ground level engine shutoff
    • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
    • Radiator, Next Generation Modular (NGMR)
    • Starting aid, ether, automatic
    • Throttle lock, electronic
    • Torque converter, Impeller Clutch (ICTC) with Lock up clutch (LUC), Rimpull Control System
    • Transmission, planetary powershift, 4F/3R electronic control
    • Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner
    • Base machine price includes a rim allowance
    • Hydraulically driven demand fan
    • Couplings, Cat O-ring face seals
    • Doors, service access (locking)
    • Ecology drains for engine, radiator, hydraulic tank
    • Fuel tank, 731 L (188 gal)
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Hoses, Cat XT
    • Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system
    • Cat Clean Emission Module
    • Oil sampling valves
    • Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to -34° C (-29° F)
    • Rear access to cab and service platform
    • Steering, load sensing
    • Toe kicks
    • Vandalism protection caplocks

    Optional Equipment:

    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • -50° C (-58° F) antifreeze
    • Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
    • Engine block heater 120V or 240V
    • High ambient cooling - software
    • Payload Control System (PCS)
    • Cab precleaner
    • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
    • Satellite Sirius radio with bluetooth
    • LED warning strobe
    • CB radio ready
    • Window pull down visor
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)

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    Hydraulic pump shop is unmatched. I made the mistake of going somewhere else before bringing my pump here. These guys were more than helpful and friendly. Went out of their way to help me find a solution for my problem even when it didn’t benefit them. This is how businesses should be run. I won’t go anywhere else.
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    1 year ago
    Too bad Poole Cat Field Service is better at invoicing than actually getting my machines moving.

    A prompt and courteous technician arrived, and correctly diagnosed two problems with my mini Ex. Thank you. I corrected those problems, but machine still did not work.

    He diagnosed a fuel problem as a clogged filter, rather than a bad fuel pump which I managed to diagnose. I also figured out, via help on the internet, that the fuel shut-off solenoid was bad.

    Machine runs fine now. So my advice is to check the internet, before letting Poole charge you $870 for a two hour field visit. And you can find a perfectly fine aftermarket fuel pump for $20 rather than the $250 that Poole charges... and it arrives faster,
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