Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Specs

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 438D ➔

The Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader offers exceptional power and versatility for a range of digging and loading tasks. With a backhoe dig depth of up to 19.4 ft and a loader bucket capacity of 1.4 cu yd, this machine is well-equipped to handle a variety of construction and excavation projects. Its hydraulic system pump flow capacity of 43.1 gpm and powerful engine with 98 hp gross power ensure efficient performance on the job site. With a compact design and operating weight of 17,081.5 lbs, the Caterpillar 438D is a reliable and capable machine for any heavy-duty task.

Backhoe

Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Bucket Dig Force	14,710.00 lbs (6,672.35 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended	14,580.00 lbs (6,613.38 kg)
Dig Depth	16.00 ft (4.88 m)
Dig Depth - Extended	19.40 ft (5.91 m)
Load Height - Extended	14.10 ft (4.30 m)
Reach at Load Height - Extended	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Reach From Swivel	18.50 ft (5.64 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	21.90 ft (6.68 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9.60 ft (2.93 m)
Transport Length	18.90 ft (5.76 m)
Transport Width	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Wheelbase	6.90 ft (2.10 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Displacement	244.10 cu in (4,000.09 cu cm)
Engine Model	3054T
Gross Power	98.00 hp (73.08 kw)
Net Power	94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	43.10 gpm (163.13 lpm)
Pump Type	LSPC closed center
Relief Valve Pressure	3306.9 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force	11,285.50 lbs (5,119.02 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.40 cu yd (1.07 cu m)
Bucket Width	94.40 in (239.78 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Dig Depth	3.10 in (7.87 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	2.60 ft (0.79 m)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Fuel Capacity	33.90 gal (128.31 l)
Operating Weight 4wd	17,081.50 lbs (7,748.05 kg)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	12.5/80x1810PR
Turning Radius	17.80 ft (5.43 m)

Tires

Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Tires specifications
Rear Tires Size	16.9x2810PR

Transmission

Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed	19.80 mph (31.86 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	19.80 mph (31.86 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	power shuttle

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