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Caterpillar

938M Waste Handler Small Wheel Loader

Maximum Gross Power

188 hp

Operating Weight

41794 lb

Bucket Capacities

3.0-5.0 m3 (3.9-6.5 yd3)

Overview

The Cat® 938M Waste Handler sets a new standard for productivity, fuel efficiency and comfort. A high torque, low speed C7.1 engine works in concert with an intelligent hystat power train to deliver fuel efficiency as standard. A complete range of guarding and debris management solutions are available to meet the needs of the most demanding environments. Extremely low sound levels, large spacious cab and intuitive controls keep you working comfortably all day and even all night! Experience this industry benchmark.

Photos

Videos

  • Waste Handler Overview | Cat® 926M, 930M, 938M Small Wheel Loader
  • M Series Small Wheel Loaders | At Work
  • M Series Small Wheel Loaders | Overview
  • Built in Quality: Cat® Small Wheel Loaders Manufactured in Clayton, NC
  • Safety and Service Overview | Cat® 926M, 930M, 938M Small Wheel Loader
  • Kick-Outs, Snubbing, Wrap-Out and Soft Detents | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Secondary Display Navigation | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Preventative Maintenance | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Coded Start Feature/Individual Operator Profiles | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Rim Pull | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Creeper Control | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Efficient Hystat Operation | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Throttle Lock | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Fine Mode Control and Perfect Parallelism | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Quick Steer | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Power Train Modes | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Cab Controls and Features | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Hydro-mechanical Applications | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Third and Fourth Auxiliary Flow | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Reversing Fan | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Customize Your Experience | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fill Alarm | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Cat® Production Measurement (CPM) | M and K Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Cat® Production Measurement (CPM) Updates | M and K Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Differential Lock | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System Updates | M Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Engine Idle Shutdown | M and K Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Continuously Adjustable Creep Mode | M and K Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips
  • Operator ID and Machine Security | M and K Series Small Wheel Loader Operator Tips

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Exterior

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Interior

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Features

Specifications

  • Engine
    Spec Value
    Maximum Gross Power 188 hp
    Bore 4 in
    Stroke 5 in
    Displacement 427 in³
    Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 1800 r/min
    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.
    Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4) 649 ft·lbf
    Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 664 ft·lbf
    Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 1600 r/min
    Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 173 hp
    Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 642 ft·lbf
    Engine Model Cat® C7.1
    Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 627 ft·lbf
    Note (3) No derating required up to 3000 m (10,000 ft) altitude. Auto derate protects hydraulic and transmission systems.
    Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 188 hp
    Emissions The Cat C7.1 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V and Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards.
    Note (1) *Range 4 power and torque is equal to Performance Mode with Caterpillar Power by Range technology.
    Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249:2007 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 650 ft·lbf
    Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249:2007 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 628 ft·lbf
    Net Power - ISO 9249 (metric) at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 186 hp
    Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 188 hp
    Engine Power - ISO 14396 - Metric 190 hp
    Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 190 hp
    Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 184 hp
    Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 183 hp
    Net Power (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 1600 r/min
    Net Power (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 1800 r/min
    Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 176 hp
    Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 170 hp
    Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 170 hp
    Net Power - ISO 9249 (metric) at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 172 hp
  • Buckets
    Spec Value
    Bucket Capacities 3.0-5.0 m3 (3.9-6.5 yd3)
  • Operating Specifications
    Spec Value
    Note (1) **Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with optional counterweights, waste guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, and Michelin 20.5 R25 XMINE D2 tires.
    Full Turn Tip Load (1) 9795 kg (21,594 lb)**
    Note (2) ^Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard counterweights, waste guarding, rear waste gate, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, and new solid tires.
    Full Turn Tip Load (2) 10 741 kg (23,679 lb)^
  • Weights
    Spec Value
    Operating Weight 41794 lb
    Operating Weight (1) 17 258 kg (38,046 lb)**
    Operating Weight (2) 18 958 kg (41,794 lb)^
    Note (2) ^Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard counterweights, waste guarding, rear waste gate, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, and new solid tires.
    Note (1) **Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with optional counterweights, waste guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, and Michelin 20.5 R25 XMINE D2 tires.
  • Cab
    Spec Value
    ROPS ISO 3471:2008
    FOPS ISO 3449:2005 LEVEL II
    Declared Sound Levels - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)* 101 dB(A)
    Note (1) * Measurements were conducted at 70% of maximum engine cooling fan speed. Sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds. The cab was properly installed and maintained. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and the cab windows closed.
    – The Blue Angel environmental label is an optional attachment for Europe only.
    Declared Sound Levels - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 68 dB(A)
  • Air Conditioning System
    Spec Value
    Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the flourinated 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.
  • Loader Hydraulic System
    Spec Value
    Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4th Function Maximum Flow* 42 gal/min
    Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Relief Pressure 4351 psi
    Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder 4351 psi
    Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Maximum Working Pressure 4061 psi
    Note (1) Implement system uses a dedicated load sensing variable displacement pump with dual double acting lift cylinders and a single double acting tilt cylinder.
    Maximum Flow - Implement Pump 50 gal/min
    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
    Note (2) Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm).
    Cycle Times - Performance (HP+) at 1,800 rpm/Standard Power Mode at 1,600 rpm - Total Cycle Time 9.7/10.6 seconds
    Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump 4061 psi
    Note (3) * 3rd and 4th function flow is fully adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the touch screen display when equipped.
    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 - Dump (at Maximum Lift Height) 1.5/1.7 seconds
    Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function Maximum Flow* 50 gal/min
    Lift Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Stroke 31.1 in
    Tilt Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Rod Diameter 3.5 in
    Lift Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Rod Diameter 2.6 in
    Tilt Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Bore Diameter 5.9 in
    Lift Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Bore Diameter 4.7 in
    Tilt Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Stroke 21.9 in
  • Steering
    Spec Value
    Maximum Steering Torque - 0° (Straight Machine) 42506 ft·lbf
    Maximum Steering Torque - 40° (Full Turn) 31398 ft·lbf
    Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump 3500 psi
    Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Maximum RPM: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed 2.3 s
    Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter 3.1 in
    Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke 15.7 in
    Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Minimum RPM: Pump Flow Limited 3.1 s
    Note (1) Steering system uses a dedicated load sensing variable displacement pump with dual double acting cylinders.
    Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter 2 in
    Maximum Flow - Steering Pump 34 gal/min
    Note (2) Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm).
  • Transmission
    Spec Value
    Forward and Reverse - Range 2 8 mile/h
    Forward and Reverse - Range 4 25 mile/h
    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 touch screen display when equipped. Factory default is 7 km/h (4.4 mph).
    Forward and Reverse - Range 3 17 mile/h
    Forward and Reverse - Range 1* 1-13 km/h (0.6-8 mph)
  • Power Train
    Spec Value
    Front Axle - Traction Aid Locking differential
    Note (1) Power train is governed by the Caterpillar exclusive Intelligent Power Management system to deliver peak performance and efficiency.
    Rear Axle Oscillating
    Note (3) Differential front locking axle can be engaged on the go at full torque up to 20 km/h (12.4 mph) on the 938M.
    Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 20.5 R25, 550/65, 600/65, 650/65 ± 10.5 degrees
    Rear Axle - Traction Aid - Optional Limited slip differential
    Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 23.5 R25 ± 7 degrees
    Brakes - Service Inboard wet disc
    Note (2) Offset rims available to meet European roading requirements.
    Brakes - Parking Spring applied hydraulically released
    Front Axle Fixed
    Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - Solid Tires, 750/65, 620/65, Skidder ± 7 degrees
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Spec Value
    Axles - Rear 9.2 gal (US)
    Fuel Tank 51.5 gal (US)
    Axles - Front 9.2 gal (US)
    Transmission - Gear Box 2.9 gal (US)
    Hydraulic System - Including Tank 44.9 gal (US)
    Engine Crankcase 5.3 gal (US)
    Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank 5 gal (US)
    Cooling System 8.5 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank 23.8 gal (US)
  • Sustainability
    Spec Value
    Recyclability 94%

Standard Equipment

POWER TRAIN

  • Axle Duo-Cone™ seal guards
  • Auto idle shut down feature
  • Cat C7.1 engine
    – Power modes (Standard and Performance)
    – Power by range (High Power in Range 4)
    – Turbocharged and aftercooled
    – Diesel particulate filter (Fit for Life)
  • Coded start (requires secondary display)
  • Differential lock in front axle
  • Enclosed wet disc full hydraulic brakes
  • Hydraulically driven demand cooling fan
  • Hydrostatic transmission with electronic control
    – Operator modes (Default, TC, Hystat, and Ice)
    – Directional Shift Aggressiveness (fast, medium, slow)
    – Rimpull control, adjust wheel torque
    – Creeper control, adjust ground speed
  • Parking brake, electric
  • Single plane cooling package wide six fins per inch density
  • Oil sampling ports
  • Throttle lock and max speed limiter

HYDRAULICS

  • Automatic lift lower and tilt kickouts, adjustable in-cab
  • Bucket and fork modes, adjustable in-cab
  • Cylinder damping at kickout and mechanical end stops
  • Fine mode control (fast, medium, slow)
  • Hydraulic response setting (fast, medium, slow)
  • Load sensing hydraulics and steering
  • Seat-mounted hydraulic joystick controls

ELECTRICAL

  • Alternator, 115 amp, heavy duty
  • Batteries, 1,000 CCA (2) 24V system, disconnect switch
  • Back-up alarm
  • Emergency shutdown switch
  • Halogen work and roading lights, LED rear tail lights
  • Product Link PRO with three year subscription
  • Remote jump start post
  • Resettable main and critical function breakers

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • 75 mm (3 in) High-Vis retractable seat belt, with audible alarm and indicator
  • Automatic temperature control
  • Cab, pressurized
  • Camera, rearview
  • External heated mirrors with lower parabolic
  • Ground level cab door release
  • Hydraulic control lockout
  • Mirror, single
  • Lunch box storage
  • Radio ready speakers
  • Rear window defrost, electric
  • Column mounted multi function control – lights, wipers, turn signal
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Tinted front glass
  • Wet arm wiper/washer, 2-speed and intermittent, front, lights, wipers, turn signal
  • Suspension seat, fabric

OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT

  • Large-access enclosure doors with adjustable close/open force
  • Cat optimized Z-bar linkage with parallel lift
  • Recovery hitch, with pin
  • Remote mounted lubrication points
  • Lockable compartments and enclosures

Optional Equipment

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

  • Autolube, integrated in secondary display
  • Auxiliary flow, third and fourth function
  • Differential, limited slip, rear
  • Beacon light, strobe
  • Cab, deluxe (standard in Europe)
    – Camera, rearview integrated into advanced display
    – Electrically adjustable external heated mirrors (2)
    – Secondary display to enable features and adjust parameters
    – LED interior lighting
    – Sunscreen, front and rear
    – Touchscreen secondary display
    – Ride control adjustable speed activation
    – Preventative maintenance reminders
    – Integrated help function (26 languages)
  • Camera, roof mounted, front view with separate display
  • Cold start package
    – Ether starting aid, block heater and additional batteries, 1,000 CCA (4 total)
  • Counterweight, additional options
  • Coupler, (Fusion and ISO 23727)
  • Debris packages (low, medium, high)
  • Fenders (extended cover and full coverage)
  • Guarding packages
  • Linkage, high lift
  • Lights, auxiliary, halogen or LED with engine and DEF compartment lights
  • Payload Technology
    – Cat Production Measurement (CPM)
    – CPM Printer
  • Product Link ELITE with capabilities for software push, data logging, histogram and trend mapping
  • Radio packages
  • Rear Object Detection
  • Ride Control System, adjustable through secondary display
  • Seats
    – Deluxe seat – fully adjustable fabric air suspension seat with mid seat backrest
    – Premium seat – fully adjustable leather and fabric air suspension with high backrest and air lumbar support. Seat is heated and ventilated on bottom cushion and backrest.
  • Steering
    – Dual mode and secondary
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM)