In specification terms, the Caterpillar 938k Wheel Loader (2019-2026) shows below-average engine power at 182 hp (136 kW) alongside below-average weight at 34,128 lb (15.5 t). It also has bucket capacity of 4.19 yd³ (3.2 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2019-2026
Weight: 34,128 lb (15.5 t)Engine power: 182 hp (136 kW)Bucket capacity: 4.19 yd³ (3.2 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 4.19 yd³ (3.2 m³)
34,128 lb (15.5 t)Weight
182 hp (136 kW)Engine power
4.19 yd³ (3.2 m³)Bucket capacity
4.19 yd³ (3.2 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
646 lb-ft (876 Nm)Maximum torque
8.83 ft (2.69 m)Transport width
9.02 ft (2.75 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
182 hp (136 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is below the typical figure.
Weight
Below average
34,128 lb (15.5 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is below the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Average
4.19 yd³ (3.2 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Low 12 mph (19.3 km/h)Typical 21.4 mph (34.4 km/h)High 26.7 mph (43 km/h)
Travel speed is above the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Below average
646 lb-ft (876 Nm)
Low 107 lb-ft (145 Nm)Typical 732 lb-ft (992 Nm)High 2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Maximum torque is below the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
8.83 ft (2.69 m)
Low 5.25 ft (1.6 m)Typical 8.71 ft (2.65 m)High 15.8 ft (4.81 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 938k |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2019-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power182 hp (136 kW)
Maximum torque646 lb-ft (876 Nm)
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width9.02 ft (2.75 m)
Maximum discharge height9.42 ft (2.87 m)
Transport height12.2 ft (3.71 m)
Transport length24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Transport width8.83 ft (2.69 m)
Outside turning radius18.2 ft (5.55 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity4.19 yd³ (3.2 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity4.19 yd³ (3.2 m³)
Weight34,128 lb (15.5 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.85 US gal (7.01 L)
Emission levelTier 3/ IIIA
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC7.1 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres20.5 R25
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo

