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Caterpillar - 938M Small Wheel Loader

The Cat 938M Small Wheel Loader sets the standard for productivity, fuel efficiency and operator comfort. The improved optimized Z-bar loader linkage delivers the quick loading performance of a traditional Z-bar with the parallelism and load handling capability of a tool carrier. A high torque, low speed C7.1 ACERT engine works in concert with an intelligent hystat power train to deliver fuel efficiency as standard. Meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards with an environmentally friendly, Clean Emission Module designed to manage itself so you can concentrate on your work. Experience the new industry benchmark.

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Brochure / Documentation - C10347126 Brochure / Documentation - C10546719 Brochure / Documentation - CM20150626-30184-31858

Maximum Gross Power 188.0 HP
Displacement (Standard Power Mode: Speed Range 1-3*) 427.0 in³
Maximum Rated Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 1600.0 r/min
Displacement 183.0 in3
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 642.0 ft·lbf
Maximum Rated Gross Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 176.0 HP
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 649.0 lb/ft
Maximum Rated Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 173.0 HP
Rated Net Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 172.0 HP
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 627.0 ft·lbf
Rated Net Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 186.0 HP
EEC 80/1269 1800.0 hp
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 664.0 lb/ft
Displacement (Performance Power Mode: Speed Range 1-4) 427.0 in³
Note (1) 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.
Engine Model Cat C7.1 ACERT**
Rated Net Power - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 170.0 HP
Bore 188.0 in
Note (2) *Range 4 power and torque is equal to Performance Mode with Caterpillar Power by Range technology.
Stroke 190.0 in
Note (3) **The Cat C7.1 ACERT engine meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V off-highway emission standards.
Rated Net Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 170.0 HP
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249:2007 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 628.0 ft·lbf
Rated Net Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 184.0 HP
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249:2007 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 650.0 ft·lbf
Bucket Capacities 2.5-5.0 m³ (3.2-6.5 yd³)
Bucket Capacities - Light Material 3.1-5.0 m³ (4.0-6.5 yd³)
Bucket Capacities - General Purpose 2.5-3.2 m³ (3.2-4.2 yd³)
Operating Weight 35778.0 lb
ROPS ISO 3471:2008
FOPS ISO 3449:2008 Level II
Transmission - Gear Box 2.9 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase 5.3 gal
Note (3) *The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds.
Note (1) *3rd and 4th function flow is fully adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the secondary display, when equipped.
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift 5.5 s
Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump 3500.0 psi
Forward and Reverse - Range 3 17.0 mile/h
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Total Cycle Time 9.7 s
Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction 40°
Note (1) European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”
Hydraulic Oil 44.9 gal
Rear Axles 9.2 gal (US)
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder 4351.0 psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Total Cycle Time 10.6 s
Front Axles 9.2 gal (US)
Maximum Flow - Steering Pump 34.0 gal/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump
Note (1) Other tire choices are available. Contact your Cat dealer for details.
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Maximum Working Pressure 4061.0 psi
Standard Size 20.5 R25, radial (L-3)
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height 1.7 s
Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left 3.3 turns
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height 1.5 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift 6.2 s
Note (2) In certain applications, the loader’s productive capabilities may exceed the tire’s tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities.
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level 2.7 s
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4th Function Maximum Flow* 42.0 gal/min
Forward and Reverse - Range 4 25.0 mile/h
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank 5.0 gal (US)
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Relief Pressure 4351.0 psi
Note DEF used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241-1.
Rear Oscillating ±11 degrees; Open differential (standard); Limited slip differential (optional)
Front Fixed; Locking differential (standard)
Maximum Steering Torque - 0° (Straight Machine) 42506.0 ft·lbf
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).
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level 2.7 s
Other Choices Include 20.5 R25, radial (L-2); 20.5 R25, radial (L-5); 20.5-25 12PR (L-2); 20.5-25 12PR (L-3); 20.5-25 16PR (L-5); 23.5 R25, radial (L-3); 650/65 R25 radial (L-3); Skidder/Agriculture; Solid Tires
Hydraulic Tank 23.8 gal
Note (1) Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
Fuel Tank 51.5 gal
Maximum Steering Torque - 40° (Full Turn) 31398.0 ft·lbf
Cooling System 7.9 gal
Forward and Reverse - Range 1* 1-13 km/h (0.6-8 mph)
Note (3) Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump 50.0 gal/min
Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - At 1,800 rpm: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed 2.3 s
Forward and Reverse - Range 2 8.0 mile/h
Note (2) The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008*, when properly installed and maintained, are:<br>– Standard cab: 68 ±3 dB(A)<br>– Deluxe cab: 66 ±2 dB(A)
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.
Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) 101.0 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008) 72.0 dB(A)
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function Maximum Flow* 50.0 gal/min
Bore in
Stroke in
Displacement in3
ISO 9249 (1997) hp
Note (4)
Net Torque ft-lb
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) ft·lbf
SAE J1349 hp
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) lb/ft
Rated Net Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) HP
Net Power hp
Emissions
Note (1)
Full Turn Tip Load lb
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke in
Front axle
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter in
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter in
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter in
Cycle Times - Performance (HP+) at 1,800 rpm/Standard Power Mode at 1,600 rpm - Float Down (Maximum Lift to Ground Level)
Cycle Times - Performance (HP+) at 1,800 rpm/Standard Power Mode at 1,600 rpm - Total Cycle Time
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function* gal/min
Rear axle
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter in
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke in
Cycle Times - Performance (HP+) at 1,800 rpm/Standard Power Mode at 1,600 rpm - Dump (at Maximum Lift Height)
Brakes – Service
Rear Axle - Traction Aid - Optional
Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 23.5 R25
Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Maximum RPM: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed s
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke in
Note (2)
Cycle Times - Performance (HP+) at 1,800 rpm/Standard Power Mode at 1,600 rpm - Raise (Ground Level to Maximum Lift)
Note (1)
Note (3)
Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Minimum RPM: Pump Flow Limited s
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter in
Brakes – Parking
Note (3)
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter in
Note (2)
Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 20.5 R25, 550/65, 600/65, 650/65
Note (2)
Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 (DIN) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 176.0 HP
Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 188.0 HP
Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 (DIN) (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 190.0 HP
Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 173.0 HP