938M Waste Handler Small Wheel Loader

Engine

Maximum Gross Power

188 hp

Bore

4 in

Stroke

5 in

Displacement

427 in³

Maximum Rated Gross Power: ISO 14396

188 hp

Maximum Rated Gross Power: ISO 14396 (DIN)

190 hp

Maximum Rated Gross Power – Maximum Engine Speed (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4)

1800 rpm

Maximum Rated Gross Power – ISO 14396 (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4)

188 hp

Maximum Rated Gross Power – ISO 14396 (DIN) (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4)

190 hp

Rated Net Power at 1,800 rpm – SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4)

182 hp

Engine Model

Cat® C7.1 ACERT™

Rated Net Power at 1,800 rpm – ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4)

184 hp

Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)

664 ft·lbf

Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

642 ft·lbf

Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

627 ft·lbf

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 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

Engine Model

Cat® C7.1

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.

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002

188 hp

Engine Power - ISO 14396 - Metric

190 hp

Maximum Gross Power

188 hp

Bore

4 in

Stroke

5 in

Displacement

427 in3

Rated Net Power at 1,800 rpm – ISO 9249 (DIN) at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4)

186 hp

Maximum Net Torque – SAE J1349 (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4)

621 lbf-ft

Maximum Net Torque – ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4)

628 lbf-ft

Maximum Rated Gross Power – Maximum Engine Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

1600 rpm

Maximum Rated Gross Power – ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

173 hp

Maximum Rated Gross Power – ISO 14396 (DIN) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

175 hp

Rated Net Power at 1,600 rpm – SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

168 hp

Rated Net Power at 1,600 rpm – ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

169 hp

Rated Net Power at 1,600 rpm – ISO 9249 (DIN) at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

171 hp

Maximum Net Torque – ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)

628 lbf-ft

Emissions

Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards.

Note

*Range 4 power and torque is equal to Performance Mode with Caterpillar Power by Range technology.

Note

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.

Note

No derating required up to 3000 m (10,000 ft) altitude. Auto derate protects hydraulic and transmission systems.

Note

Spark arrester performance as standard – Meets the performance requirements of EN 1834-1.2000 (section 6.4.2 Visual Test).

Buckets

Bucket Capacities

3.0-5.0 m3 (3.9-6.5 yd3)

Bucket Capacities

3.0-5.0 m3 (3.9-6.5 yd3)

Weights

Operating Weight

38555 lb

Operating Weight

41794 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.

Operating Specifications

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.

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

21720 lb

Cab

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 cl

Declared Sound Levels - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*

68 dB(A)

ROPS

ISO 3471: 2008

FOPS

ISO 3449: 2005 LEVEL II

Declared Sound Levels – Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*

68 dB(A)

Declared Sound Levels – Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*

101 dB(A)

Note

*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 clo

Note

The Blue Angel environmental label is an optional attachment for Europe only.

Air Conditioning System

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

Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Maximum Working Pressure

4061 psi

Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Relief Pressure

4351 psi

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

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

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 - Total Cycle Time

9.7/10.6 seconds

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 - 4th Function Maximum Flow*

42 gal/min

Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder

4351 psi

Maximum Flow - Implement Pump

50 gal/min

Note (2)

Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm).

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.

Maximum Flow – Implement Pump

50 gal/min

Maximum Flow – Implement Pump: 3rd Function Maximum Flow*

50 gal/min

Maximum Working Pressure – Implement Pump

4061 psi

Relief Pressure – Tilt Cylinder

4351 psi

Lift Cylinder: Double Acting – Bore Diameter

4.7 in

Lift Cylinder: Double Acting – Rod Diameter

2.6 in

Lift Cylinder: Double Acting – Stroke

31.1 in

Tilt Cylinder: Double Acting – Bore Diameter

5.9 in

Tilt Cylinder: Double Acting – Rod Diameter

3.5 in

Tilt Cylinder: Double Acting – Stroke

21.9 in

Note

Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm).

Note

*3rd function flow is fully adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the touch screen display when equipped.

Steering

Maximum Steering Torque - 40° (Full Turn)

31398 ft·lbf

Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Minimum RPM: Pump Flow Limited

3.1 s

Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Maximum RPM: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed

2.3 s

Maximum Steering Torque - 0° (Straight Machine)

42506 ft·lbf

Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump

3500 psi

Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter

3.1 in

Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke

15.7 in

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).

Steering Cylinder: Double Acting – Bore Diameter

3.1 in

Steering Cylinder: Double Acting – Rod Diameter

2 in

Steering Cylinder: Double Acting – Stroke

15.7 in

Maximum Flow – Steering Pump

34 gal/min

Maximum Working Pressure – Steering Pump

3500 psi

Maximum Steering Torque – 0° (Straight Machine)

42506 lbf-ft

Note

Steering system uses a dedicated load sensing variable displacement pump with dual double acting cylinders.

Note

Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm).

Transmission

Forward and Reverse - Range 1*

1-13 km/h (0.6-8 mph)

Forward and Reverse - Range 2

8 mile/h

Forward and Reverse - Range 3

17 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).

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).

Power Train

Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 20.5 R25, 550/65, 600/65, 650/65

± 10.5 degrees

Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 23.5 R25

± 7 degrees

Rear Axle - Traction Aid - Optional

Limited slip differential

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.

Brakes - Service

Inboard wet disc

Note (2)

Offset rims available to meet European roading requirements.

Brakes - Parking

Spring applied hydraulically released

Front Axle

Fixed

Front Axle

Fixed

Front Axle: Traction Aid*

Locking differential (standard)

Rear Axle

Oscillating

Brakes: Service

Outboard wet disc

Brakes: Park

Spring applied hydraulically released

Note

Power train is governed by the Caterpillar exclusive Intelligent Power Management system to deliver peak performance and efficiency.

Note

Offset rims available to meet European roading requirements.

Note

*Differential front locking axle can be engaged on the go at full torque to 20 km/h (12.4 mph) on the 938M.

Service Refill Capacities

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)

Fuel Tank

51.5 gal

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank

5.0 gal

Cooling System

8.5 gal

Engine Crankcase

5.3 gal

Transmission (Gear Box)

2.9 gal

Front Axles

9.2 gal

Rear Axles

9.2 gal

Hydraulic System (Including Tank)

44.9 gal

Hydraulic Tank

23.8 gal

Sustainability

Recyclability

94%