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Caterpillar 938M Wheel Loader

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 938M ➔

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 Z-bar linkage for strong breakout force and efficient bucket loading. It is commonly used in aggregate yards, waste handling, agriculture, and site development. The machine offers operator comfort, visibility, and integrated technology options for productivity and fleet management. The Caterpillar 938M wheel loader is built for versatile performance, durability, and reliable operation in demanding work environments.

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General Specifications

Breakout Force	28,404 lbs ft (38,510 nm) Starting 2023 Model Year
Bucket Capacity	3 cu yd Starting 2023 Model Year
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m)	3.3 - 6.5 (2.5 - 5.0) Starting 2016 Model Year
Engine	C7.1 Starting 2023 Model Year
Engine Power	188 (140) Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Power hp (kw)	188 (140) Starting 2016 Model Year
Engine type	Cat C7.1 Starting 2021 Model Year
Full-Turn Tipping Load	21,934 lbs (9,949 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year
Max Dump Height	9 ft (3 m) Starting 2021 Model Year
Max Dump Height ft.( m)	3.6 (1.1) Starting 2016 Model Year
Net Power	188 hp (140 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	35,778 lbs (16,229 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	36,216 (16,427) Starting 2016 Model Year
Rated Bucket Capacity	3.3.5.5 cu yd Starting 2021 Model Year
Tip Load	26,097 (11,837) Starting 2021 Model Year
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev)	25 / 25 mph Starting 2021 Model Year

Engine

Make	Cat
Net Power	182 hp (136 kw)

Operating Specifications

Rated Bucket Capacity

3.2-7 cu yd (2-5 cu m)

Caterpillar 938Ms currently for sale

A Caterpillar 938M From Western States Equipment for Call for Price

A 2018 Caterpillar 938M From Brandt Tractor LTD for $140,804.00 USD

A Caterpillar 938M From Thompson Machinery for $182,000.00 USD

A 2016 Caterpillar 938M From Road Machinery & Supplies Co. for $135,500.00 USD

A Caterpillar 938M From Western States Equipment for $262,000.00 USD

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