Category : Wheel Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 938H ➔
The Caterpillar 938H is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general construction applications. It is part of Caterpillar's H series and is commonly used in aggregate yards, roadbuilding, waste handling, and industrial sites. The 938H features a front-mounted loader bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel powertrain configured for efficient cycle times and operator control. Typical applications include truck loading, site cleanup, and bulk material movement. As a mid-size wheel loader, the 938H is valued for versatility, maneuverability, and compatibility with a range of attachments and bucket options across demanding jobsite conditions.
Bucket
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force
27,576.00 lbs (12,508.28 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
3.65 cu yd
Bucket Capacity - Struck
3.15 cu yd
Bucket Width
8.83 ft (2.69 m)
Dump Clearance At Max Raise
9.08 ft (2.77 m)
Buckets
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Buckets specifications
Bucket Capacities
2.3 m3 - 3.0 m3 3.0 yd3 - 4.0 yd3
Cab
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Cab specifications
Fops
SAE J1040 APR88, ISO 3471:1994
Rops
SAE J1040 APR88, ISO 3471:1994
Dimensions
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
12.58 ft (3.83 m)
Digging Depth
1.90 in (4.83 cm)
Dump Angle At Maximum Lift
50 degrees
Dump Clearance At Maximum Lift - 45 Degrees
9.42 ft (2.87 m)
Ground Clearance
1.25 ft (0.38 m)
Height
11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Height - Top Of Rops/Fops
11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height
12.58 ft (3.83 m)
Length
24.08 ft (7.34 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground
24.08 ft (7.34 m)
Overall Length
23.58 ft (7.19 m)
Rack Back Angle - Carry
50 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Lift
65 degrees
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
3.50 ft (1.07 m)
Reach At Maximum Lift And 45 Degrees Dump
3.25 ft (0.99 m)
Weight
33,190.00 lbs (15,054.75 kg)
Wheel Base
9.81 ft (2.99 m)
Wheelbase
9.83 ft (3.00 m)
Width
9.08 ft (2.77 m)
Width Over Tires
8.75 ft (2.67 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Bore
4.10 in (10.41 cm)
Displacement
402.80 cu in (6,600.72 cu cm)
Eec 80/1269
180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
6.6 ACERT
Gross Power
197.00 hp (146.91 kw)
Iso 9249 (1997)
180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Max Torque
620.00 lbs ft (840.60 nm)
Net Power
180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
2200 rpm
Rated Net Power
172.00 hp (128.26 kw)
Sae J1349
172.00 hp (128.26 kw)
Stroke
5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Torque Rise
38 %
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time
1.4 sec
Lower Time
2.7 sec
Pump Flow Capacity
77.90 gpm (294.85 lpm)
Pump Type
Piston
Raise Time
5.4 sec
Relief Valve Setting
1000 psi
Loader Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump
1.4 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time
9.5
Lower, Empty, Float Down
2.7 s
Raise
5.4 s
Total
9.8 s
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force
27,576.00 lbs (12,508.28 kg)
Dump Clearance At Full Lift And 45 Degrees Dump Angle
9.40 ft (2.87 m)
Static Tipping Load - Full Turn
22,207.00 lbs (10,072.94 kg)
Operational
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
80 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
9.50 gal (35.96 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
4.60 gal (17.41 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
15.10 gal (57.15 l)
Fuel Capacity
65.30 gal (247.16 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
23.50 gal (88.95 l)
Operating Voltage
24 V
Operating Weight
33,190.00 lbs (15,054.75 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation
24 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
14.00 gal (52.99 l)
Static Tipping Weight
25,551.00 lbs (11,589.75 kg)
Tire Size
20.5R25
Transmission Fluid Capacity
11.40 gal (43.15 l)
Turning Radius
39.50 ft (12.04 m)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
9.50 gal (35.96 l)
Crankcase
4.60 gal (17.41 l)
Fuel Tank
65.30 gal (247.16 l)
Hydraulic Tank
23.50 gal (88.95 l)
Transmission
11.40 gal (43.15 l)
Tires
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Tires specifications
Size
20.5 R25
Transmission
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
2
9.10 mph (14.64 kph)
3
15.80 mph (25.43 kph)
4
26.80 mph (43.13 kph)
Forward - 1
5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Max Speed - Forward
26.80 mph (43.13 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
15.80 mph (25.43 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
4
Number Of Reverse Gears
3
Reverse - 1
5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Transmission Type
Powershift
Weights
Caterpillar 938H Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
33,190.00 lbs (15,054.75 kg)
