Caterpillar 988 XE
The 988 large wheel loader was introduced in 1963 and has been an industry leader for more than 50 years. The 988K XE is designed for maximum durability, uptime, performance, and safety with an efficient electric drive transmission. The 988K XE features faster acceleration, up to a 25% improvement in fuel efficiency than the 988K, and a 10% reduction in maintenance costs.
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