# 2005 Caterpillar 938G SERIES II

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## Listing details

- **Price:** Sold
- **Listing ID:** 89203789
- **Year:** 2005
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 938G SERIES II
- **Category:** Wheel Loaders
- **Type:** Small Wheel Loaders
- **Hours:** 15986
- **Serial number:** CAT0938GVCRD01349
- **Location:** Los Angeles, Ca
- **Auction starts:** 2026-09-15

## Description

Located in Lane 13 Spot 18, Enclosed Cab, Air Conditioner, 2004 US EPA Label, Manual Quick Coupler, 112 in Roll-Out Bucket, 20.5-25/17.00 Solid Tires Closing Time: 2026-09-15 09:04:37 AM

## Manufacturer specifications

### Bucket

- **Breakout Force:** 28325.93 lbs (12848.44 kg)
- **Bucket Capacity - Heaped:** 3.01 cu yd
- **Bucket Capacity - Struck:** 2.62 cu yd
- **Bucket Width:** 8.88 ft (2.71 m)
- **Dump Clearance At Max Raise:** 9.48 ft (2.89 m)

### Dimensions

- **Ground Clearance:** 1.35 ft (0.41 m)
- **Height:** 10.75 ft (3.28 m)
- **Height To Top Of Cab:** 10.86 ft (3.31 m)
- **Hinge Pin - Max Height:** 12.61 ft (3.84 m)
- **Length:** 23.5 ft (7.16 m)
- **Length With Bucket On Ground:** 23.56 ft (7.18 m)
- **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 3.21 ft (0.98 m)
- **Weight:** 30818 lbs (13978.83 kg)
- **Wheelbase:** 9.91 ft (3.02 m)
- **Width:** 8.3333 ft (2.54 m)
- **Width Over Tires:** 8.37 ft (2.55 m)

### Engine

- **Aspiration:** turbocharged
- **Displacement:** 439.4 cu in (7200.49 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** 2236
- **Engine Model:** 3126B HEUI
- **Gross Power:** 179.7 hp (134 kw)
- **Max Torque:** 618.9 lbs ft (839.1 nm)
- **Torque Rise:** 62 %

### Hydraulic System

- **Dump Time:** 1.4 sec
- **Lower Time:** 2.8 sec
- **Pump Flow Capacity:** 43.1 gpm (163.13 lpm)
- **Pump Type:** vane type
- **Raise Time:** 6 sec
- **Relief Valve Setting:** 3597 psi

### Operational

- **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 50 amps
- **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 12.7 gal (48.07 l)
- **Engine Oil Fluid Capacity:** 8.2 gal (31.04 l)
- **Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 8 gal (30.28 l)
- **Fuel Capacity:** 67.1 gal (253.97 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 23.8 gal (90.08 l)
- **Operating Voltage:** 24 V
- **Operating Weight:** 30818.5 lbs (13979.05 kg)
- **Rear Axle Oscillation:** 24 degrees
- **Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 8.5 gal (32.17 l)
- **Static Tipping Weight:** 25229.8 lbs (11444.06 kg)
- **Tire Size:** 20.5R25
- **Transmission Fluid Capacity:** 8 gal (30.28 l)
- **Turning Radius:** 19.6 ft (5.97 m)

### Transmission

- **Max Speed - Forward:** 24.2 mph (38.95 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 14.5 mph (23.34 kph)
- **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4
- **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 3
- **Transmission Type:** electronic planetary powershift

## About this model

The Caterpillar 938G II is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general construction applications. It is part of Caterpillar's G series and is commonly used in aggregate yards, roadbuilding, waste handling, and site preparation. The 938G II features a front-mounted loader arm and bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel powertrain suited for repetitive loading cycles. Typical configurations may include general-purpose, light material, or multi-purpose buckets, along with optional attachments for varied jobsite tasks. The model is recognized for balanced performance, operator visibility, and compatibility with a range of work environments.

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