The Caterpillar 938 G Wheel Loader (1998-2003) stands out for below-average engine power at 160 hp (119 kW), while low weight comes in at 30,424 lb (13.8 t). It also has bucket capacity of 2.88 yd³ (2.2 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1998-2003
Weight: 30,424 lb (13.8 t)Engine power: 160 hp (119 kW)Bucket capacity: 2.88 yd³ (2.2 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 3.92 yd³ (3 m³)
30,424 lb (13.8 t)Weight
160 hp (119 kW)Engine power
2.88 yd³ (2.2 m³)Bucket capacity
3.92 yd³ (3 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
2.88 yd³ (2.2 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
25,853 lbf (115 kN)Lifting Force
24.1 mph (38.8 km/h)Travel speed
2,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
160 hp (119 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
Low
30,424 lb (13.8 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well below the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Low
2.88 yd³ (2.2 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is well below the typical figure.
Lifting Force
Low
25,853 lbf (115 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is well below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
24.1 mph (38.8 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.
Transport width
Average
8.86 ft (2.7 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
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
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 | 938 G |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1998-2003 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power160 hp (119 kW)
Lifting Force25,853 lbf (115 kN)
Engine speed at max torque2,200 rpm
Travel speed24.1 mph (38.8 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width8.88 ft (2.71 m)
Maximum discharge height9.05 ft (2.76 m)
Transport height10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Transport length24.5 ft (7.47 m)
Transport width8.86 ft (2.7 m)
Outside turning radius18 ft (5.48 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity2.88 yd³ (2.2 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity3.92 yd³ (3 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity2.88 yd³ (2.2 m³)
Weight30,424 lb (13.8 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.9 US gal (7.2 L)
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine type3126 DITA
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres20.5 R 25
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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