938M Caterpillar 938M Specifications & Technical Data (2015—2020)

The Caterpillar 938M is a wheel loader manufactured by Caterpillar from 2015 to 2020. It has a weight of 16.4 tons and a transport…

The Caterpillar 938M is a wheel loader manufactured by Caterpillar from 2015 to 2020. It has a weight of 16.4 tons and a transport length of 7.656 meters. The bucket capacity is 2.5 cubic meters with a width of 2.75 meters. The maximum discharge height is 2.834 meters. It has a travel speed of 40 km/h and a transport width of 2.675 meters. The transport height is 3.669 meters and the turning radius outside is 6.133 meters. The machine is equipped with special features such as air conditioning, a diesel particulate filter, and a swing loader. The bucket capacity ranges from a minimum of 2.5 cubic meters to a maximum of 5 cubic meters.

Technical specs - 938M Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
16.4 t
Standard tyres
20.5 R25
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
3.669 m
Travel speed
40 km/h
Max. discharge height
2.834 m
Turning radius outside
6.133 m
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
C7.1 Acert
Engine power
125 kW
Displacement
7.1 l
Max. torque
852 Nm
Cylinder bore x stroke
105x135 mm
Emission level
Tier 4 f

More technical details, like: lifting force, model series, dimension lxwxh, revolutions at 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
Yes
Swing loader
Yes
telescopic
No
Aircondition
Yes
Quick hitch hydr.
No
Quick hitch mech.
No

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Caterpillar 938M FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 938M manufactured?

The Caterpillar 938M was manufactured from 2015 to 2020.

How much does the Caterpillar 938M wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 938M wheel loader weighs 16.4 tons.

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

The Caterpillar 938M wheel loader has a transport length of 7.66 meters, a transport width of 2.68 meters, and a transport height of 3.67 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 938M wheel loader has a travel speed of 40 km/h.

What is the standard tyre size of the Caterpillar 938M wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 938M wheel loader has standard tyres sized 20.5 R25.

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

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

What is the maximum discharge height for material handling of the Caterpillar 938M?

The Caterpillar 938M has a maximum discharge height of 2.83 meters for material handling.

What are the specifications of the primary work tool bucket on the Caterpillar 938M?

The Caterpillar 938M's primary work tool bucket has a capacity ranging from 2.5 to 5 cubic meters and a width of 2.75 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 938M Wheel loader (2015u20132020) worth?

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