Construction Equipment Guide
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The Caterpillar 938M is a medium wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general construction applications. Part of Caterpillar's M Series, the 938M features a fuel-efficient engine, advanced hydraulic system, and operator-focused cab layout. It is commonly used in aggregate yards, waste handling, agriculture, and municipal work. The machine is available with a range of bucket and attachment options to support versatile site operations. Known for balanced performance, visibility, and service access, the Caterpillar 938M is built for productive loading, carrying, and loading cycle efficiency in demanding work environments.
| Breakout Force | 28,404.00 lbs ft (38,510.14 nm) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity | 3 cu yd Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) | 3.3 - 6.5 (2.5 - 5.0) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Engine | C7.1 Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 188 (140) Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Engine Power hp (kw) | 188 (140) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Engine type | Cat C7.1 Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Full-Turn Tipping Load | 21,934.00 lbs (9,949.11 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height | 9.40 ft (2.87 m) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height ft.( m) | 3.6 (1.1) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Net Power | 188.00 hp (140.19 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 35,778.00 lbs (16,228.65 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 36,216 (16,427) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Rated Bucket Capacity | 3.3.5.5 cu yd Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Tip Load | 26,097 (11,837) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) | 25 / 25 mph Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Make | Cat |
| Net Power | 182.00 hp (135.72 kw) |
| Rated Bucket Capacity | 3.20-6.50 cu yd (2.45-4.97 cu m) |