Caterpillar 938G II Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 938G II ➔

The Caterpillar 938G II is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general construction applications. Part of Caterpillar's G Series II lineup, it is commonly used in aggregate yards, roadwork, waste handling, and industrial sites. The machine features a front-mounted loader bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel powertrain suited to demanding earthmoving and loading tasks. The 938G II is known for balanced performance, operator visibility, and compatibility with a range of attachments. It is typically selected for medium-duty loading operations where maneuverability, cycle efficiency, and reliable serviceability are important.

Bucket

Caterpillar 938G II Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	28,326.00 lbs (12,848.47 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	3.10 cu yd (2.37 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	2.70 cu yd (2.06 cu m)
Bucket Width	8.90 ft (2.71 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	9.50 ft (2.90 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 938G II Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.40 ft (0.43 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	12.70 ft (3.87 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	23.60 ft (7.19 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	3.30 ft (1.01 m)
Wheelbase	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Width Over Tires	8.40 ft (2.56 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 938G II Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	439.40 cu in (7,200.49 cu cm)
Engine Model	3126B HEUI
Gross Power	179.70 hp (134.00 kw)
Torque Rise	62%

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 938G II Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.4 seconds
Lower Time	2.8 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	43.10 gpm (163.13 lpm)
Pump Type	vane type
Raise Time	6 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	3597 psi

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 938G II Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	12.70 gal (48.07 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	8.20 gal (31.04 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Fuel Capacity	67.10 gal (253.97 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	30,818.50 lbs (13,979.05 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation	24 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	8.50 gal (32.17 l)
Static Tipping Weight	25,229.80 lbs (11,444.06 kg)
Tire Size	20.5R25
Transmission Fluid Capacity	8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Turning Radius	19.60 ft (5.97 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar 938G II Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	24.20 mph (38.95 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	14.50 mph (23.34 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	electronic planetary powershift

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