938K Caterpillar 938K Specifications & Technical Data (2013—2016)

The Caterpillar 938K is a wheel loader manufactured from 2013 to 2016. It has a weight of 15.9 tons and a transport length of 7.65…

The Caterpillar 938K is a wheel loader manufactured from 2013 to 2016. It has a weight of 15.9 tons and a transport length of 7.656 meters. The bucket capacity is 2.5 cubic meters, with a bucket width of 2.75 meters. The maximum discharge height is 2.834 meters. It has a travel speed of 39 km/h and a transport width of 2.675 meters. The transport height is 3.34 meters and the turning radius outside is 6.133 meters. The machine is equipped with air conditioning. The bucket capacity ranges from a minimum of 2.5 cubic meters to a maximum of 5 cubic meters.

Technical specs - 938K Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
15.9 t
Standard tyres
20.5 R 25
Bucket width
2.75 m
Bucket capacity
2.5 m³
Bucket capacity min.
2.5 m³
Bucket capacity max.
5 m³
Steering mode
KL
Transport length
7.656 m
Transport width
2.675 m
Transport height
3.34 m
Travel speed
39 km/h
Max. discharge height
2.834 m
Turning radius outside
6.133 m
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
C6.6
Engine power
129 kW
Displacement
7.01 l
Cylinder bore x stroke
105x135 mm
Emission level
Tier 3

More technical details, like: lifting force, model series, dimension lxwxh, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, no. of cylinders are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with ROPS cabin, std. shovel and teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
Swing loader
No
telescopic
No
Aircondition
Yes
Quick hitch hydr.
No
Quick hitch mech.
No

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Caterpillar 938K FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 938K manufactured?

The Caterpillar 938K was manufactured from 2013 to 2016.

How much does the Caterpillar 938K wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 938K wheel loader weighs 15.9 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Caterpillar 938K wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 938K has a transport length of 7.66 meters, a transport width of 2.68 meters, and a transport height of 3.34 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 938K wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 938K wheel loader has a travel speed of 39 km/h.

What are the undercarriage specifications of the Caterpillar 938K wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 938K wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 20.5 R 25.

What are the maneuverability specifications of the Caterpillar 938K wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 938K wheel loader has an articulated-frame steering mode and an outside turning radius of 6.133 meters.

What is the material handling capacity of the Caterpillar 938K in terms of discharge height?

The Caterpillar 938K has a maximum discharge height of 2.83 meters.

What are the specifications of the bucket on the Caterpillar 938K wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 938K wheel loader has a bucket with a capacity ranging from 2.5 to 5 cubic meters and a bucket width of 2.75 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 938K Wheel loader (2013u20132016) worth?

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