Construction Equipment Guide
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The Caterpillar 938 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general construction work. It is part of Caterpillar's medium wheel loader range and is commonly used in aggregate yards, construction sites, waste handling, and industrial applications. The 938 typically features a front-mounted bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel engine matched to hydraulic lifting and breakout performance. Configuration options may include different bucket sizes, tire types, and work tools for site-specific tasks. The Caterpillar 938 is recognized for its versatility in loading, carrying, and moving bulk materials across varied jobsite conditions.
| Bucket Capacity | 2.5 - 6.5 (1.9 - 5) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) | 2.5 - 6.5 (1.9 - 5) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 188 (140) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power Net hp (kW) | 188 (140) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine type | Cat C7.1 Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 35,528 (16,115) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 35,528 (16,115) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Tip Load | 26,886 (11,829) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Tip Load lbs. (kg) | 26,886 (11,829) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Travel Speed | 25 / 25 mph Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev) | 25 / 25 mph Starting 2025 Model Year |