Comparison · Wheel loader
Caterpillar 988 vs Volvo L350H
The Volvo L350H is about 4% heavier than the Caterpillar 988 (53,150 vs 51,063 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.
Engine output is effectively the same on both machines.
Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Volvo Construction Equipment in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.
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| Operating weight | 51,063 kg (112,600 lb) | 53,150 kg (117,200 lb) |
| Engine power | 401 kW (538 hp) | 395 kW (530 hp) |
| Net power (SAE J1349) | 401 kW (538 hp) | — |
| Bucket capacity | 4.7–13 m³ (6.2–17 yd³) | 6.2–12.7 m³ (8.1–16.6 yd³) |
| Rated payload – quarry face | 12.5 t | — |
| Rated payload – loose material | 16 t | — |
| Truck match | Cat 770–772 (standard lift); Cat 773–775 (high lift) | — |
| Engine model | Cat C18 | — |
| Gross power (SAE J1995) | 438 kW (588 hp) | — |
| Rated / peak power speed | 1,700 / 1,500 rpm | — |
| Peak torque | 2,853 N·m (2,104 lbf·ft) at 1,200 rpm | — |
| Torque rise | 58% | — |
| Relief valve setting (lift/tilt) | 32.8 MPa (4,757 psi) | — |
| Lift cylinders (bore × stroke) | 210 × 1,050 mm | — |
| Dump time / total cycle (empty) | 2.2 s / 18.2 s | — |
| Max. forward speed | 34.8 km/h (21.6 mph) | — |
| Fuel tank | 712 L (188 US gal) | — |
| Net power (ISO 9249) | — | 395 kW (530 hp) at 1,700–1,800 rpm |
| Max. torque | — | 2,547 N·m (1,879 lbf·ft) at 1,400 rpm |
| Breakout force | — | 450 kN (101,160 lbf) |
| Static tipping load, full turn | — | 34,700 kg (76,500 lb) |
| Engine | — | Volvo D16J, 16 L |
| Transmission and axles | — | All-new Volvo transmission, new Volvo axles (updated model) |
| Lift arm | — | Z-bar with double sealing on each pin; reinforced upper centre hinge |
| Tyres | — | 35/65 R33, 875/65 R33 |
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| Full 988 review | Full L350H review |
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.