New 988K Block Handler Arrangement in North Carolina

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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:

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Electrical
    • 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
  • Operator Environment
    • 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
  • Power Train
    • 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
  • Other
    • 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:

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Power Train
    • -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)
  • Operator Environment
    • Cab precleaner
    • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
    • Satellite Sirius radio with bluetooth
    • LED warning strobe
    • CB radio ready
    • Window pull down visor
  • Miscellaneous Attachments
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
Renee HerndonRenee Herndon
21:55 29 Feb 24
Dalton was very helpful, The road construction, however, was not! 😂I would rather have to sand paper an alligators @$$ in a phone booth that to get in that mess again.
David LawrenceDavid Lawrence
13:04 22 Feb 24
Brandon PierceBrandon Pierce
22:00 18 Feb 24
Darin NoeDarin Noe
01:17 16 Feb 24
Jose SotoJose Soto
15:26 23 Sep 23
Hunter ElliottHunter Elliott
16:17 07 Sep 23
Rick Kelly-CrapseRick Kelly-Crapse
21:06 25 Aug 23
They had all my parts for my 3208 Cat.Friendly folks at parts counter.
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