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Caterpillar 988 vs Caterpillar 994K

The Caterpillar 994K is about 300% heavier than the Caterpillar 988 (200,000 vs 50,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 994K has about 242% more engine power (1377 kW (1847 hp) vs 403 kW (540 hp)).

Caterpillar 988 wheel loader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 988
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 994K (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 994K
Operating weight 50,000 kg (110,200 lb)200,000 kg (440,900 lb)
Engine power 403 kW (540 hp)1377 kW (1847 hp)
Gross power ≈403 kW (541 hp)≈1,377 kW (1,847 hp)
Bucket capacity ≈6.4–7.3 m³ (8.4–9.5 yd³)≈19–43 m³ (25–56 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Huge breakout force
  • + Mining-grade durability
  • + Mobile alternative to shovels
  • + Fast truck loading
Watch-outs
  • − High fuel use
  • − Mining-only scale
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.