Among the key figures for the Caterpillar 938 Wheel Loader (2023-2026) are below-average engine power at 188 hp (140 kW) and below-average weight at 35,715 lb (16.2 t). It also has bucket capacity of 3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2023-2026
Weight: 35,715 lb (16.2 t)Engine power: 188 hp (140 kW)Bucket capacity: 3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)
35,715 lb (16.2 t)Weight
188 hp (140 kW)Engine power
3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)Bucket capacity
3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
628 lb-ft (852 Nm)Maximum torque
9.02 ft (2.75 m)Bucket width
1.88 US gal (7.1 L)Displacement
18.2 ft (5.55 m)Outside turning radius
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
188 hp (140 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
35,715 lb (16.2 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
3.79 yd³ (2.9 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.
Maximum torque
Below average
628 lb-ft (852 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.
Outside turning radius
Below average
18.2 ft (5.55 m)
Low 11.3 ft (3.45 m)Typical 21.1 ft (6.44 m)High 47.2 ft (14.4 m)
Outside turning radius is below the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Average
3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 3.71 yd³ (2.84 m³)High 12.4 yd³ (9.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterYES
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderYES
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 938 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2023-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power188 hp (140 kW)
Maximum torque628 lb-ft (852 Nm)
Dimensions
Bucket width9.02 ft (2.75 m)
Outside turning radius18.2 ft (5.55 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)
Weight35,715 lb (16.2 t)
Swing loaderYes
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.88 US gal (7.1 L)
Emission levelEU V
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC7.1 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres20.5 R25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterYes
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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