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2012 Caterpillar 938K RQ+ For Sale in Novi, MI

Name: 2012 Caterpillar 938K RQ+
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 88441232
Price: 56900 USD
Availability: InStock

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MacAllister Machinery – North

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Machine Info:

Hours:	15157
Serial Number:	SWL00655
Machine Location:	NOVI, MI
More Information:	https://catused.com/cu/10272102

Description:

CAB, AC, HQC, BKT, RC, 20.5R25, CONDITION, HOURS AND ATTACHMENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE, Online Owner's Manual , PLEASE CALL FOR MACHINE LOCATION

Machine Details:

GENERAL CONDITION
Machine Starts and is Operable	Yes
S.O.S. (All Compartments)	No
Tires are Aired Up and Drivable	Yes
GENERAL APPEARANCE
Cab or Canopy	Fair
Counterweight	Good
Crankcase Guard / Battery Box	Fair
Decals	Fair
Eng. Enclose Hood / Stack	Fair
Fenders	Fair
Fuel Tank	Good
Grab Irons	Good
Paint	Fair
Pre-Cleaner Bowl	Fair
Radiator Grill & Shroud	Fair
Sheet Metal	Fair
Steps / Ladder	Fair
SAFETY ITEMS
ROPS Certification Plate	Yes
Safety Decals In Place	Yes
Safety Decals Legible	Yes
OPERATOR STATION
Current O&MM	Yes
Current Parts Manual	No
Current Safety Manual	No
ENGINE
Apparent Other Engine Damage	No
Blow By	Yes
Fuel Leaks	No
Knocking	No
Oil Leaks	Yes
Water in Oil	No
COOLING SYSTEM
Compression in Radiator	No
Oil in Anti-Freeze	No
ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM
Block Heater	Yes
Ether Aid	Yes
TRANSMISSION
Mag Screens Checked	No
Transmission - Noisy	No
STEERING
Articulate P & B	Good
Hand Metering Unit	Fair
Lines / Fittings - STEERING	Good
Steering Cylinder	Fair
Steering Linkage	Good
Steering Wheel Tilt / Extend	Good
BRAKE
Holds In Park	Yes
Leaks - BRAKE	No
HYDRAULICS
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	No
BUCKET
High Lift	No
Standard Lift	Yes
FINAL DRIVES
Leaks - FINAL DRIVES	No
TIRES
Spare	No

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 938K is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general construction applications. It is part of Caterpillar's K Series and is commonly used in aggregate yards, waste handling, agriculture, and industrial sites. The 938K features a hydrostatic drive system, articulated steering, and a front-end loader configuration for efficient loading and maneuvering in confined areas. Typical attachments include general-purpose buckets, forks, and specialty tools. The model is known for operator visibility, service access, and compatibility with a range of worksite tasks. It is classified as a medium wheel loader in Caterpillar's equipment lineup.

Bucket
Bucket Capacities	7 cu yd (5 cu m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	9 ft (3 m)
Cab
FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II ISO 3449 1992 Level II
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471-1994
Dimensions
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	13 ft (4 m)
Carry Height	2 ft (0 m)
Centerline of Front Axle to Hitch	5 ft (2 m)
Digging Depth	4 in (10 cm)
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift	49 degrees
Dump Clearance at Maximum Lift - 45 degrees	9 ft (3 m)
Height - Center of Axle	2 ft (1 m)
Height - Top of ROPS/FOPS	11 ft (3 m)
Length - Rear Axle to Bumper	6 ft (2 m)
Overall Height - Bucket Raised	17 ft (5 m)
Overall Length	25 ft (8 m)
Rack Back Angle - Carry	45 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Lift	54 degrees
Reach at Maximum Lift and 45 degrees Dump	4 ft (1 m)
Wheel Base	10 ft (3 m)
Wheel Base Length	10 ft (3 m)
Engine
Bore	4 in (10 cm)
Displacement	402 cu in (6,588 cu cm)
EEC 80/1269	170 hp (127 kw)
Engine Model	C7.1 ACERT
Gross Power	175 hp (131 kw)
Net Power	169 hp (126 kw)
Net Torque	591 lbs ft (801 nm)
Number of Cylinders	6
Rated Net Power	169 hp (126 kw)
Stroke	5 in (13 cm)
Torque Measured @	1,600 rpm
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 seconds
Lower Time	3 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	50 gpm (189 lpm)
Raise Time	6 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	4,061 psi
Loader Hydraulic System
Bore (1)	5 in (12 cm)
Bore (2)	6 in (15 cm)
Dump	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time	10 seconds
Lower, Empty, Float Down	3 seconds
Pump Flow - Implement Pump	50 gpm (189 lpm)
Raise	6 seconds
Stroke (1)	31 in (79 cm)
Stroke (2)	22 in (56 cm)
Total	10 seconds
Operating Specifications
Articulation Angle	40 degrees
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	9 gal (32 l)
Dump Clearance at Full Lift and 45 degrees Dump Angle	9 ft (3 m)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	9 gal (35 l)
Fuel Capacity	52 gal (195 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	24 gal (90 l)
Operating Weight	34,129 lbs (15,481 kg)
Rated Bucket Capacity	3 - 7 cu yd (3 - 5 cu m)
Reach - Full Lift and 45 degrees Dump	4 ft (1 m)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	9 gal (35 l)
Static Tipping Load - Full Turn	20,997 lbs (9,524 kg)
Tire Size	21
Transmission Fluid Capacity	3 gal (11 l)
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System	8 gal (30 l)
Crankcase	5 gal (20 l)
Front	9 gal (35 l)
Fuel Tank	52 gal (195 l)
Hydraulic Tank	24 gal (90 l)
Rear	9 gal (35 l)
Transmission	3 gal (11 l)
Steering System
Maximum Working Pressure	3,500 psi
Steering Angle - Each Direction	40 degrees
Steering Articulation	40 degrees
Steering Cylinder, Two, Bore	3 in (8 cm)
Tires
Size	20.5 R25 radial (L-3)
Transmission
2 Forward	8 mph (13 kph)
3 Forward	17 mph (27 kph)
4 Forward	25 mph (40 kph)
Forward - 1	8 mph (13 kph)
Max Speed - Forward	25 mph (40 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	25 mph (40 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Reverse - 1	8 mph (13 kph)
Weights
Operating Weight	35,104 lbs (15,923 kg)
Operational Weight	35,104 lbs (15,923 kg)

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2012 Caterpillar 938K RQ+ For Sale in Novi, MI

MacAllister Machinery – North

Contact: Nikki Paschall

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