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Used Caterpillar 988B Wheel Loader – Heavy-Duty Loader | Model #5 | Built 1989 | CAT Performance & Reliability
Used Caterpillar Wheel Loader; Model 988B #5. Mfg. 1989
| Manufacturer | CaterpillarCaterpillar |
| Model | 988B #5 |
| Category | Construction EquipmentConstruction Equipment |
| Subcategory | Construction EquipmentConstruction Equipment |
Manufacturer Information
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Manufacturer: Caterpillar Inc.
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Model: 988B #5
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Year Built: 1989
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Condition: Used
Description
This Used Caterpillar 988B Wheel Loader (Model #5) is a proven heavy-duty machine designed for large material handling and earthmoving operations. Built in 1989, the 988B is part of Caterpillar’s legendary 988 series — known for its durability, productivity, and strength in demanding mining, quarrying, and construction environments.
Built with CAT's industry-leading engineering, the 988B offers exceptional load and carry capacity, powerful performance, and rugged reliability. Even as an older model, the 988B remains a go-to solution for operations needing a robust, dependable front-end loader with a long service life.
Specifications
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Machine Type: Wheel Loader
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Model: 988B #5
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Manufacturer: Caterpillar
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Year of Manufacture: 1989
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Operating Weight: Approx. 95,000 lbs (factory specs)
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Bucket Capacity: Typically 8.0 to 10.0 cubic yards (varies based on bucket installed)
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Engine Power: Approx. 450 HP (Cat 3412 Diesel Engine, standard for 988B)
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Transmission: Powershift, 4-speed forward/reverse
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Drive Type: 4-wheel drive
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Condition: Used (specific operational details available on request)
Applications
Common applications for the 988B include:
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Quarry and mining material loading
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Large construction site earthmoving
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Bulk material handling (sand, gravel, aggregate)
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Heavy equipment yard work
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Steel mill operations
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Port terminal and shipping yard material handling
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High-volume landfill operations
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Industrial recycling operations
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Agricultural bulk material movement
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Infrastructure development projects
What Might This Be Used For?
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Loading and hauling aggregates, ores, and other heavy bulk materials
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Managing stockpiles in mining and construction sites
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Feeding hoppers, crushers, and processing equipment
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High-volume material movement in heavy construction projects
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Loading ships, rail cars, and trucks at port facilities
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Managing heavy bulk material in recycling and industrial yards
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Moving heavy construction debris and demolition materials
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Soil and overburden removal operations in quarrying
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Supporting large-scale earthwork and foundation prep
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Heavy material stockpile management in industrial applications
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Used Caterpillar Wheel Loader; Model 988B #5. Mfg. 1989
Manufacturer Information
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Manufacturer: Caterpillar Inc.
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Model: 988B #5
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Year Built: 1989
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Condition: Used
Description
This Used Caterpillar 988B Wheel Loader (Model #5) is a proven heavy-duty machine designed for large material handling and earthmoving operations. Built in 1989, the 988B is part of Caterpillar’s legendary 988 series — known for its durability, productivity, and strength in demanding mining, quarrying, and construction environments.
Built with CAT's industry-leading engineering, the 988B offers exceptional load and carry capacity, powerful performance, and rugged reliability. Even as an older model, the 988B remains a go-to solution for operations needing a robust, dependable front-end loader with a long service life.
Specifications
-
Machine Type: Wheel Loader
-
Model: 988B #5
-
Manufacturer: Caterpillar
-
Year of Manufacture: 1989
-
Operating Weight: Approx. 95,000 lbs (factory specs)
-
Bucket Capacity: Typically 8.0 to 10.0 cubic yards (varies based on bucket installed)
-
Engine Power: Approx. 450 HP (Cat 3412 Diesel Engine, standard for 988B)
-
Transmission: Powershift, 4-speed forward/reverse
-
Drive Type: 4-wheel drive
-
Condition: Used (specific operational details available on request)
Applications
Common applications for the 988B include:
-
Quarry and mining material loading
-
Large construction site earthmoving
-
Bulk material handling (sand, gravel, aggregate)
-
Heavy equipment yard work
-
Steel mill operations
-
Port terminal and shipping yard material handling
-
High-volume landfill operations
-
Industrial recycling operations
-
Agricultural bulk material movement
-
Infrastructure development projects
What Might This Be Used For?
-
Loading and hauling aggregates, ores, and other heavy bulk materials
-
Managing stockpiles in mining and construction sites
-
Feeding hoppers, crushers, and processing equipment
-
High-volume material movement in heavy construction projects
-
Loading ships, rail cars, and trucks at port facilities
-
Managing heavy bulk material in recycling and industrial yards
-
Moving heavy construction debris and demolition materials
-
Soil and overburden removal operations in quarrying
-
Supporting large-scale earthwork and foundation prep
-
Heavy material stockpile management in industrial applications
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Model | 988B #5 |
| Category | Construction Equipment |
| Subcategory | Construction Equipment |
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CAT 988B
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Used loader
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Heavy-duty loader
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Front-end loader
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CAT 988B front-end loader
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Heavy duty earthmoving loader
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Quarry and mining loader
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Used CAT construction equipment
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Mining and material handling loader
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Construction site heavy loader
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Industrial wheel loader CAT 988B built 1989
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Heavy material handling loader for construction and aggregates
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Caterpillar 988B front-end loader for bulk material movement
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Used 450 HP wheel loader for quarrying and mining operations
-
High capacity Caterpillar loader with 8 to 10 cubic yard bucket
-
CAT 988B loader with 4-speed powershift transmission
-
Caterpillar heavy equipment for earthmoving and mining industries
-
Rugged Caterpillar 988B wheel loader for industrial applications
-
Used construction loader for bulk loading and heavy hauling
-
CAT 988B
-
Heavy duty wheel loader
-
Industrial earthmoving equipment
-
Used Caterpillar loader
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Quarry loader for sale
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Mining wheel loader
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CAT construction equipment
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Used heavy machinery
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Industrial wheel loader deals
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Buy mining loader
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Construction wheel loader purchase
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Bulk material loader purchase
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Used earthmoving equipment for sale
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Sell Caterpillar 988B loader
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-
Sell heavy-duty construction loader
-
Used loader equipment marketplace
-
Surplus mining loader sales
-
Promote used CAT construction equipment
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Resell Caterpillar heavy machinery
-
Industrial loader sales
-
List heavy material loader for sale
-
Sell construction and quarrying loaders
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