# Caterpillar 938H for Sale in Tukwila, WA **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $55,000.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 89039827 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 938H - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Type:** Small Wheel Loaders - **Hours:** 14411 - **Serial number:** MJC01553 - **Location:** Tukwila, WA ## Description AS IS, AS EQUIPPED, Online Owner's Manual ## Machine details ### GENERAL CONDITION - **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes - **S.O.S. (All Compartments):** No - **Tires are Aired Up and Drivable:** Yes - **VIDS/VIMS Download Available:** No ### GENERAL APPEARANCE - **Cleaning Required:** Yes ### SAFETY ITEMS - **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes - **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes - **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes ### OPERATOR STATION - **Air Conditioner:** Fair - **Dash Console:** Good - **Gauges:** Good - **Switches:** Good - **Windows:** Good - **Windshield Wipers:** Fair ### ENGINE - **Apparent Other Engine Damage:** No - **Blow By:** No - **Fuel Leaks:** No - **Oil Leaks:** Yes - **Water in Oil:** No ### COOLING SYSTEM - **Compression in Radiator:** No - **Oil in Anti-Freeze:** No ### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM - **Alternator:** Good - **Wiring:** Good ### TRANSMISSION - **Mag Screens Checked:** No - **Transmission - Noisy:** Yes ### STEERING - **Articulate P & B:** Good - **Lines / Fittings - STEERING:** Good - **Pumps:** Good - **Steering Cylinder:** Good - **Steering Linkage:** Good - **Steering Valves / Pumps:** Good - **Steering Wheel Tilt / Extend:** Fair ### BRAKE - **Holds In Park:** No ### HYDRAULICS - **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** Yes ### BUCKET - **Bucket Bottom:** Good - **Bucket Floor:** Good - **Bucket Sides:** Good - **Cutting Edges:** Fair - **Loader Frame:** Good - **Loader Pins & Bushings:** Good - **Quick Coupler:** Poor ### FINAL DRIVES - **Leaks - FINAL DRIVES:** No ### TIRES - **Average Life Remaining - TIRES:** 35% ### COMMENTS, MISC. REPAIRS, GENERAL REMARKS - **comment 1:** Machine started well cold, and was able to operate with some caveats. Intermittent noise as machine sat idle. Several leaks, hydraulic, trans, engine. Faults active for brake pressure and axle temp when machine is cold. - **comment 2:** Park brake inoperable. Could not get coupler to release. Hours displayed and provided by Rep are inconsistent with work orders, may have been miles. Overall condition appears rough considering age/hours. Tires approx. 30% remaining overall. ## Manufacturer specifications ### Bucket - **Breakout Force:** 27576 lbs (12508.28 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 - **Bucket Capacities:** 2.3 m3 - 3.0 m3 3.0 yd3 - 4.0 yd3 ### Cab - **Fops:** SAE J1040 APR88, ISO 3471:1994 - **Rops:** SAE J1040 APR88, ISO 3471:1994 ### Dimensions - **Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:** 12.58 ft (3.83 m) - **Digging Depth:** 1.9 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 ft (3.35 m) - **Height - Top Of Rops/Fops:** 11 ft (3.35 m) - **Height To Top Of Cab:** 11 ft (3.35 m) - **Hinge Pin - Max Height:** 12.58 ft (3.83 m) - **Length:** 24.0833 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:** 3.5 ft (1.07 m) - **Reach At Maximum Lift And 45 Degrees Dump:** 3.25 ft (0.99 m) - **Weight:** 33190 lbs (15054.75 kg) - **Wheel Base:** 9.81 ft (2.99 m) - **Wheelbase:** 9.83 ft (3 m) - **Width:** 9.0833 ft (2.77 m) - **Width Over Tires:** 8.75 ft (2.67 m) ### Engine - **Bore:** 4.1 in (10.41 cm) - **Displacement:** 402.8 cu in (6600.72 cu cm) - **Eec 80/1269:** 180 hp (134.23 kw) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** 6.6 ACERT - **Gross Power:** 197 hp (146.91 kw) - **Iso 9249 (1997):** 180 hp (134.23 kw) - **Max Torque:** 620 lbs ft (840.6 nm) - **Net Power:** 180 hp (134.23 kw) - **Number Of Cylinders:** 6 - **Power Measured @:** 2200 rpm - **Rated Net Power:** 172 hp (128.26 kw) - **Sae J1349:** 172 hp (128.26 kw) - **Stroke:** 5 in (12.7 cm) - **Torque Rise:** 38 % ### Hydraulic System - **Dump Time:** 1.4 sec - **Lower Time:** 2.7 sec - **Pump Flow Capacity:** 77.9 gpm (294.85 lpm) - **Pump Type:** Piston - **Raise Time:** 5.4 sec - **Relief Valve Setting:** 1000 psi ### Loader Hydraulic System - **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 - **Breakout Force:** 27576 lbs (12508.28 kg) - **Dump Clearance At Full Lift And 45 Degrees Dump Angle:** 9.4 ft (2.87 m) - **Static Tipping Load - Full Turn:** 22207 lbs (10072.94 kg) ### Operational - **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 80 amps - **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 9.5 gal (35.96 l) - **Engine Oil Fluid Capacity:** 4.6 gal (17.41 l) - **Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 15.1 gal (57.15 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 65.3 gal (247.16 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 23.5 gal (88.95 l) - **Operating Voltage:** 24 V - **Operating Weight:** 33190 lbs (15054.75 kg) - **Rear Axle Oscillation:** 24 degrees - **Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 14 gal (52.99 l) - **Static Tipping Weight:** 25551 lbs (11589.75 kg) - **Tire Size:** 20.5R25 - **Transmission Fluid Capacity:** 11.4 gal (43.15 l) - **Turning Radius:** 39.5 ft (12.04 m) ### Service Refill Capacities - **Cooling System:** 9.5 gal (35.96 l) - **Crankcase:** 4.6 gal (17.41 l) - **Fuel Tank:** 65.3 gal (247.16 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 23.5 gal (88.95 l) - **Transmission:** 11.4 gal (43.15 l) ### Tires - **Size:** 20.5 R25 ### Transmission - **2:** 9.1 mph (14.64 kph) - **3:** 15.8 mph (25.43 kph) - **4:** 26.8 mph (43.13 kph) - **Forward - 1:** 5 mph (8.05 kph) - **Max Speed - Forward:** 26.8 mph (43.13 kph) - **Max Speed - Reverse:** 15.8 mph (25.43 kph) - **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4 - **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 3 - **Reverse - 1:** 5 mph (8.05 kph) - **Transmission Type:** Powershift ### Weights - **Operating Weight:** 33190 lbs (15054.75 kg) ## About this model 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. ## Photos ![Caterpillar 938H](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04NTM2ZDIzOTFjNDgwMmMwZjEzOTJkMTFlMWFiYzQ4ZiYkdHh0PU4lMjBDJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJTIwQ08uJjM2NTA0) ![Caterpillar 938H photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lZjBiODQ4Yjg5MGUzMTZiOGM4Nzc1Mzk2MGI2MzYzNCYkdHh0PU4lMjBDJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJTIwQ08uJjIwODIz) ![Caterpillar 938H photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04YjdiNWM1YjM1N2ZlMTM1YzViNWNlOGNlMmU0OWNhNCYkdHh0PU4lMjBDJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJTIwQ08uJjU2MDMw) ![Caterpillar 938H photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iOWJhM2E3OWZkYjkxZGJlOTM0Y2VhZjUwYzMzMTA5YSYkdHh0PU4lMjBDJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJTIwQ08uJjUwNzkz) ![Caterpillar 938H photo 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