# 2021 Caterpillar 938M for Sale in Cedar Rapids, IA **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $170,500.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 88299109 - **Year:** 2021 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 938M - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Type:** Small Wheel Loaders - **Hours:** 4824 - **Serial number:** P5K02012 - **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA ## Description Air Conditioner, Auxiliary Hydraulics - 3rd Valve, Auxiliary Hydraulics Pressure - High Flow, Boom, GP, Bucket, Combined Hydraulics - Two Way, Counterweight, Coupler - Quick, Coupler Type - Hydraulic, Engine Enclosures, Lighting, Mirrors, Online Owner's Manual , Product Link, Radio - AM FM Radio, Ride Control, ROPS - Enclosed, Steering Type - Wheel, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel ## Machine details ### GENERAL CONDITION - **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes - **Tires are Aired Up and Drivable:** Yes ### GENERAL APPEARANCE - **Cleaning Required:** No ### SAFETY ITEMS - **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes - **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes ### OPERATOR STATION - **Notes - OPERATOR STATION 1:** Headliner is a little dirty and getting loose ### ENGINE - **Apparent Other Engine Damage:** No - **Blow By:** No - **Fuel Leaks:** No - **Knocking:** No - **Oil Leaks:** No - **Water in Oil:** No ### COOLING SYSTEM - **Belts / Pulleys - COOLING SYSTEM:** Good - **Coolers:** Good - **Fan:** Good - **Radiator:** Good - **Water Pump:** Good ### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM - **Alternator:** Good - **Wiring:** Good ### TRANSMISSION - **Transmission - Noisy:** No ### STEERING - **Articulate P & B:** Good - **Hand Metering Unit:** Good - **Lines / Fittings - STEERING:** Good - **Pumps:** Good - **Steering Cylinder:** Good - **Steering Linkage:** Good - **Steering Wheel Tilt / Extend:** Good - **Valves:** Good ### BRAKE - **Holds In Park:** Yes - **Leaks - BRAKE:** No ### HYDRAULICS - **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No ### BUCKET - **Bucket Bottom:** Good - **Bucket Floor:** Good - **Bucket Linkage - BUCKET:** Good - **Bucket P & B:** Good - **Bucket Sides:** Good - **Cutting Edges:** Good - **Loader Frame:** Good - **Loader Pins & Bushings:** Good - **Quick Coupler:** Good ### FINAL DRIVES - **Leaks - FINAL DRIVES:** No ### TIRES - **Spare:** No ### COMMENTS, MISC. REPAIRS, GENERAL REMARKS - **comment 1:** inspected on 4-16-26 at 4,790 hrs. ## Manufacturer specifications ### Air Conditioning System - **Air Conditioning:** The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.717 metric tonnes. ### Buckets - **Bucket Capacities:** 2.5-5.0 m3 (3.3-6.5 yd3) ### Cab - **Fops:** ISO 3449: 2005 LEVEL II - **Note (1):** Declared sound levels per ISO 6396:2008\* while in Performance Power Mode: Standard cab: 68 3 dB(A) and Deluxe cab - **Note (2):** \* Measurements were conducted with cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of maximum engine cooling fan speed. Sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds. - **Rops:** ISO 3471: 2008 ### Dimensions - **Height:** 10.9167 ft (3.33 m) - **Length:** 25.0833 ft (7.65 m) - **Length:** 27.5 ft (8.38 m) - **Weight:** 36216 lbs (16424.49 kg) - **Width:** 8.8333 ft (2.69 m) ### Engine - **Bore:** 4 in (10.16 cm) - **Displacement:** 427 cu in (6997.29 cu cm) - **Emissions:** Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards. - **Engine Model:** Cat C7.1 ACERT - **Maximum Gross Power:** 188 hp (140.19 kw) - **Maximum Gross Torque - Iso 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 648 lbs ft (878.56 nm) - **Maximum Gross Torque - Iso 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 648 lbs ft (878.56 nm) - **Maximum Net Torque - Iso 9249 (1977)/Eec 80/1269 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 628 lbs ft (851.44 nm) - **Maximum Net Torque - Iso 9249 (1977)/Eec 80/1269 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 628 lbs ft (851.44 nm) - **Maximum Net Torque - Sae J1349 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 621 lbs ft (841.95 nm) - **Maximum Net Torque - Sae J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 621 lbs ft (841.95 nm) - **Maximum Rated Gross Power - Iso 14396:** 188 hp (140.19 kw) - **Maximum Rated Gross Power - Iso 14396 (Din):** 190 hp (141.69 kw) - **Maximum Rated Gross Power - Iso 14396 (Din) (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 190 hp (141.69 kw) - **Maximum Rated Gross Power - Iso 14396 (Din) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 175 hp (130.5 kw) - **Maximum Rated Gross Power - Iso 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 188 hp (140.19 kw) - **Maximum Rated Gross Power - Iso 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 173 hp (129.01 kw) - **Maximum Rated Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 1800 rpm - **Maximum Rated Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 1600 rpm - **Note (1):** \* Range 4 power and torque is equal to Performance Mode with Caterpillar Power by Range technology. - **Note (2):** Net power ratings are tested at the reference conditions for the specified standard and denote power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, emission components and fan at specified speed. - **Note (3):** No derating required up to 3000 m (10,000 ft) altitude. Auto derate protects hydraulic and transmission systems. - **Note (4):** Spark arrestor performance as standard Meets performance requirements of EN 1834-1.2000 (section 6.4.2 Visual Test). - **Rated Net Power:** 182 hp (135.72 kw) - **Rated Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Iso 9249 (1977)/Eec 80/1269 At Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 169 hp (126.03 kw) - **Rated Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Iso 9249 (Din) At Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 171 hp (127.52 kw) - **Rated Net Power - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1349 At Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3\*):** 168 hp (125.28 kw) - **Rated Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 (1977)/Eec 80/1269 At Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 184 hp (137.21 kw) - **Rated Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 (Din) At Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 186 hp (138.7 kw) - **Rated Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 At Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4):** 182 hp (135.72 kw) - **Stroke:** 5 in (12.7 cm) ### General Specifications - **Bucket Capacity (since 2016):** 3.3 - 6.5 - **Bucket Capacity (since 2017):** 3.3 - 6.5 (2.5 - 5.0) - **Engine Power (since 2016):** 188 hp (140.19 kw) - **Engine Power (since 2017):** 188 (140) - **Engine type (since 2016):** Cat C7.1 ACERT - **Engine type (since 2020):** Cat C7.1 - **Max Dump Height (since 2016):** 3.6 ft (1.1 m) - **Max Dump Height (since 2017):** 3.6 (1.1) - **Max Dump Height (since 2019):** 9.3 (2.8) - **Operating Weight (since 2016):** 36,216 lbs (16427.32 kg) - **Operating Weight (since 2017):** 36,216 (16,427) - **Tip Load (since 2021):** 26,097 (11,837) - **Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (since 2021):** 25 / 25 mph ### Loader Hydraulic System - **Cycle Times - Performance (Hp+) At 1,800 Rpm/Standard Power Mode At 1,600 Rpm - Dump (At Maximum Lift Height):** 1.5/1.7 seconds - **Cycle Times - Performance (Hp+) At 1,800 Rpm/Standard Power Mode At 1,600 Rpm - Float Down (Maximum Lift To Ground Level):** 2.7/2.7 seconds - **Cycle Times - Performance (Hp+) At 1,800 Rpm/Standard Power Mode At 1,600 Rpm - Raise (Ground Level To Maximum Lift):** 5.5/6.2 seconds - **Cycle Times - Performance (Hp+) At 1,800 Rpm/Standard Power Mode At 1,600 Rpm - Total Cycle Time:** 9.7/10.6 seconds - **Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter:** 4.7 in (11.94 cm) - **Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter:** 2.6 in (6.6 cm) - **Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke:** 31.1 in (78.99 cm) - **Maximum Flow - Implement Pump:** 50 gpm (189.25 lpm) - **Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function\*:** 50 gpm (189.25 lpm) - **Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4th Function Maximum Flow\*:** 42 gpm (158.97 lpm) - **Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump:** 4061 psi - **Note (1):** \* 3rd and 4th function flow is fully adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the secondary display when equipped. - **Note (2):** Implement system uses a dedicated load sensing variable displacement pump with dual double acting lift cylinders and a single double acting tilt cylinder. - **Note (3):** Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm). - **Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder:** 4351 psi - **Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd And 4th Function Maximum Working Pressure:** 4061 psi - **Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd And 4th Function Relief Pressure:** 4351 psi - **Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter:** 5.9 in (14.99 cm) - **Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter:** 3.5 in (8.89 cm) - **Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke:** 21.9 in (55.63 cm) ### Operating Specifications - **Full Turn Tip Load:** 22107 lbs (10027.58 kg) ### Operational - **Operating Weight:** 36216 lbs (16427.32 kg) ### Power Train - **Brakes - Parking:** Spring applied hydraulically released - **Brakes - Service:** Outboard wet disc - **Front Axle:** Fixed - **Front Axle - Traction Aid - Standard:** Locking differential - **Note (1):** Power train is governed by the Caterpillar exclusive Intelligent Power Management system to deliver peak performance and efficiency. - **Note (2):** Differential front locking axle can be engaged on the go at full torque up to 20 km/h (12.4 mph) on the 938M. - **Note (3):** Offset rims available to meet European roading requirements. - **Rear Axle:** Oscillating - **Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle By Tire Size - 20.5 R25, 550/65, 600/65, 650/65:** 10.5 degrees - **Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle By Tire Size - 23.5 R25:** 7 degrees - **Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle By Tire Size - Solid Tires, 750/65, 620/65, Skidder:** 7 degrees - **Rear Axle - Traction Aid - Optional:** Limited slip differential ### Service Refill Capacities - **Cooling System:** 8.5 gal (32.17 l) - **Diesel Exhaust Fluid (Def) Tank:** 5 gal (18.93 l) - **Engine Crankcase:** 5.3 gal (20.06 l) - **Front Axles:** 9.2 gal (34.82 l) - **Fuel Tank:** 51.5 gal (194.93 l) - **Hydraulic System - Including Tank:** 44.9 gal (169.95 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 23.8 gal (90.08 l) - **Rear Axles:** 9.2 gal (34.82 l) - **Transmission - Gear Box:** 2.9 gal (10.98 l) ### Steering - **Maximum Flow - Steering Pump:** 34 gpm (128.69 lpm) - **Maximum Steering Torque - 0 Degrees (Straight Machine):** 42506 lbs ft (57629.64 nm) - **Maximum Steering Torque - 40 Degrees (Full Turn):** 31398 lbs ft (42569.41 nm) - **Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump:** 3500 psi - **Note (1):** Steering system uses a dedicated load sensing variable displacement pump with dual double acting cylinders. - **Note (2):** Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm). - **Steering Cycle Times - Full Left To Full Right - Maximum Rpm: 90 Rpm Steering Wheel Speed:** 2.3 s - **Steering Cycle Times - Full Left To Full Right - Minimum Rpm: Pump Flow Limited:** 3.1 s - **Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter:** 3.1 in (7.87 cm) - **Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter:** 2 in (5.08 cm) - **Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke:** 15.7 in (39.88 cm) ### Transmission - **Forward And Reverse - Range 1\*:** 1-13 km/h (0.6-8 mph) - **Forward And Reverse - Range 2:** 8 mph (12.87 kph) - **Forward And Reverse - Range 3:** 17 mph (27.36 kph) - **Forward And Reverse - Range 4:** 25 mph (40.23 kph) - **Note:** \* Creeper control allows maximum speed range adjustability from 1 km/h (0.6 mph) to 13 km/h (8 mph) in Range 1 through the secondary display when equipped. Factory default is 7 km/h (4.4 mph). ## About this model 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 Cat engine, hydrostatic or power shift drivetrain options depending on configuration, and a comfortable operator cab with integrated controls and visibility. It is commonly used in aggregate yards, waste handling, agriculture, and municipal work. The machine supports a range of buckets and attachments for versatile operation. Known for balanced performance, maneuverability, and service access, the 938M is a widely used wheel loader in the 14-ton class. ## Photos ![2021 Caterpillar 938M](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1mM2Q3NDIzZTk0ZTBhYmQzZDk5NjMwYmFhMzAzZTcyZSYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiYyNTQ0Mg==) ![2021 Caterpillar 938M photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lNzM3YjdlNGRjNDZjMTQ4YWY4ZTdkZTI2OTQ3OTgwOSYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiYyMzQ5Mw==) ![2021 Caterpillar 938M photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hMTM1MTk3YTc2MDRiNmU0YjU4ZGMzOGMzM2QxYzdhOSYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiY2MTgzMQ==) ![2021 Caterpillar 938M photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kNDcyMzU1ZTg4NWU0MzE0YjE1ZTExZGMzMmM4MTExMCYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiY0MDc2NA==) ![2021 Caterpillar 938M photo 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