52,500 kg541 hpMarket avg. €174k · 27 listed · 9 below market
Asking prices land at €55k – €275k, around 249% above the market average.
Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 988 listings currently run from €54,500 to €275,000, with a market average around €174,164. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 27 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Caterpillar 988 is a large-capacity wheel loader with an operating weight of 52,500 kg and an engine output of 541 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 6.9 m3, placing it firmly in the heavy end of the wheel-loader segment. The machine is designed for high-volume material-handling operations where cycle efficiency and payload capacity are primary considerations.
Wheel loaders of this class are commonly deployed in quarrying, open-cast mining, port operations, and large-scale earthmoving projects. Their high bucket capacity makes them well suited to truck-loading applications where minimising load cycles reduces operational costs. They are also used in aggregate processing facilities and steel or cement plant stockpile management.
When inspecting a used Caterpillar 988, priority checks should include the condition of the powertrain, hydraulic system integrity, and the state of the articulation and steering components, which are subject to high stress in heavy-cycle applications. Bucket, cutting edge, and lift-arm wear should be assessed carefully, as these items directly affect productivity. A full service history and evidence of scheduled maintenance add confidence, and an independent pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician is strongly recommended before committing to any unit in this weight class.
In the European market the Caterpillar 988 carries an average asking price of EUR 180,742, with the broader price range spanning from EUR 65,000 to EUR 275,000 depending on age, configuration, and condition. This spread reflects the significant variation in machine history and specification found across available stock. The 988 competes directly with machines such as the Volvo L350 and the Komatsu WA500, and buyers should evaluate total cost of ownership alongside acquisition price when comparing these alternatives.
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