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938M Small Wheel Loader

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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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    Benefits

    Reduced By 30% Engine Speed

    Lower engine speed lowers fuel burn.

    MORE Control

    More refined control with consistent and predictable stopping distances.

    Class Leading 68 dB(A) Sound Level

    When running at 1,600 RPM in Standard Mode.

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    • Air Conditioning System
      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.
    • Axles
      Front
      Fixed; Locking differential (standard)
      Rear
      Oscillating ±11 degrees; Open differential (standard); Limited slip differential (optional)
    • Buckets
      Bucket Capacities
      2.5-5.0 m3 (3.2-6.5 yd3)
      Bucket Capacities - General Purpose
      2.5-3.2 m³ (3.2-4.2 yd³)
      Bucket Capacities - Light Material
      3.1-5.0 m³ (4.0-6.5 yd³)
    • Cab
      FOPS
      ISO 3449:2008 Level II
      Note (1)
      Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
      Note (2)
      The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008*, when properly installed and maintained, are:
      – Standard cab: 68 ±3 dB(A)
      – Deluxe cab: 66 ±2 dB(A)
      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.
      ROPS
      ISO 3471:2008
    • Engine
      Displacement (Performance Power Mode: Speed Range 1-4)
      427 in³
      Displacement (Standard Power Mode: Speed Range 1-3*)
      427 in³
      Engine Model
      Cat C7.1 ACERT**
      Maximum Gross Power
      188 HP
      Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 (DIN) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
      176 mhp
      Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
      173 HP
      Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 (DIN) (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
      190 mhp
      Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
      188 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 - 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
      Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
      649 ft·lbf
      Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
      627 ft·lbf
      Maximum Rated Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
      1800 r/min
      Maximum Rated Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
      1600 r/min
      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.
      Note (2)
      *Range 4 power and torque is equal to Performance Mode with Caterpillar Power by Range technology.
      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 (DIN) at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
      172 mhp
      Rated Net Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
      170 HP
      Rated Net Power - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
      170 HP
      Rated Net Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
      186 mhp
      Rated Net Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
      184 HP
      Rated Net Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
      183 HP
    • Loader Hydraulic System
      Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height
      1.5 s
      Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level
      2.7 s
      Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift
      5.5 s
      Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Total Cycle Time
      9.7 s
      Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height
      1.7 s
      Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level
      2.7 s
      Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift
      6.2 s
      Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Total Cycle Time
      10.6 s
      Maximum Flow - Implement Pump
      50 gal/min
      Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function Maximum Flow*
      50 gal/min
      Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4th Function Maximum Flow*
      42 gal/min
      Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump
      4061 psi
      Note (1)
      *3rd and 4th function flow is fully adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the secondary display, when equipped.
      Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder
      4351 psi
      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
    • Service Refill Capacities
      Cooling System
      7.9 gal (US)
      Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
      5 gal (US)
      Engine Crankcase
      5.3 gal (US)
      Front Axles
      9.2 gal (US)
      Fuel Tank
      51.5 gal (US)
      Hydraulic System - Including Tank
      44.9 gal (US)
      Hydraulic Tank
      23.8 gal (US)
      Note
      DEF used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241-1.
      Rear Axles
      9.2 gal (US)
      Transmission - Gear Box
      2.9 gal (US)
    • Sound
      Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008)
      101 dB(A)
      Note (1)
      European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”
      Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008)
      72 dB(A)
    • Steering
      Maximum Flow - Steering Pump
      34 gal/min
      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
      Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left
      3.3 turns
      Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction
      40°
      Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - At 1,800 rpm: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed
      2.3 s
    • Sustainability
      Recyclability
      94%
    • Tires
      Note (1)
      Other tire choices are available. Contact your Cat dealer for details.
      Note (2)
      In certain applications, the loader’s productive capabilities may exceed the tire’s tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities.
      Note (3)
      Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
      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
      Standard Size
      20.5 R25, radial (L-3)
    • 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 secondary display, when equipped. Factory default is 7 km/h (4.4 mph).
    • Weights
      Operating Weight
      35778 lb
    POWER TRAIN
    • Auto idle shut down feature
    • Cat C7.1 ACERT engine
      – Power modes (Standard and Performance)
      – Power by range (High Power in Range 4)
      – Turbocharged and aftercooled
      – Filtered crankcase breather
      – Diesel particulate filter
      – Selective Catalyst Reduction
    • Coded start (requires secondary display)
    • Coolant protection to –34° C (–29° F)
    • Enclosed wet disc full hydraulic brakes
    • Fuel priming pump, automatic
    • 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
    • Throttle lock and max speed limiter
    HYDRAULICS
    • Automatic lift and bucket 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) in fork mode
    • Hydraulic response setting (fast, medium, slow)
    • Hydraulic diagnostic connectors and S·O·SSM ports
    • Load sensing hydraulics and steering
    ELECTRICAL
    • Alternator, 115 amp, heavy duty
    • 12V power supply in cab (2)
    • 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) retractable seat belt, with audible alarm and indicator
    • Automatic temperature control
    • External heated mirrors with lower parabolic
    • Hydraulic control lockout
    • Interior cab lighting, door and dome
    • Interior rearview mirrors (2)
    • Lunch box storage
    • Radio ready speakers
    • Rear window defrost, electric
    • Seat-mounted electronic implement controls, adjustable
    • 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
    OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • Large-access enclosure doors with adjustable close/open force
    • Parallel lift loader linkage
    EU STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • Deluxe cab
    • Secondary display
    • Rearview camera
    OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Autolube, integrated in secondary display
    • Auxiliary flow, third and fourth function, adjustable through secondary display
    • Beacon light, strobe
    • Cab, deluxe (standard in Europe, optional in North America)
      – Electrically adjustable external heated mirrors (2)
      – Secondary display to enable features and adjust parameters
      – Sunscreen, front and rear
    • Camera, rearview (standard in Europe)
    • Cold start package
    • Counterweight, (heavy and logger)
    • Coupler, (Fusion and ISO 23727)
    • Debris packages (low, medium, high)
    • Fenders (extended cover and full coverage)
    • Guarding (machine and operator)
    • Linkage, high lift
    • Lights, auxiliary, halogen or LED with engine and DEF compartment lights
    • Object Detection
    • Product Link ELITE with capabilities for software push, data logging, histogram and trend mapping
    • Radio packages
    • Ride Control System, adjustable through secondary display
    • Seats
      – Deluxe seat – fully adjustable fabric air suspension seat with mid backrest and mechanical lumbar support
      – 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
    • NOTE: Not all features are available in all regions.

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