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938M Aggregate Handler Small Wheel Loader
995 Wheel Loader
986 Wheel Loader

Engine

Maximum Gross Power 188 HP - -
Bore 4 in 6.7 in 5.4 in
Stroke 5 in 8.5 in 6.75 in
Displacement 427 in³ 4766 in³ 927 in²
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 188 HP - -
Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 1800 r/min - -
Maximum Rated Gross Power - ISO 14396 188 HP - -
Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 1600 r/min - -
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 649 ft·lbf - -
Note (3) No derating required up to 3000 m (10,000 ft) altitude. Auto derate protects hydraulic and transmission systems. The gross power advertised is with the fan at maximum speed. -
Note (1) *Range 4 power and torque is equal to Performance Mode with Caterpillar Power by Range technology. The power ratings apply when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard. -
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. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner and muffler. -
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 173 HP - -
Emissions The Cat C7.1 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V and Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards. U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V or U.S. EPA Tier 1 equivalent U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards and Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to China Nonroad Stage III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 627 ft·lbf - -
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 650 ft·lbf - -
Net Power - ISO 9249 (metric) at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 186 HP - -
Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 184 HP - -
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 190 HP - -
Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 183 HP - -
Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 170 HP - -
Net Power (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 1600 r/min - -
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 176 HP - -
Net Power (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 1800 r/min - -
Maximum Rated Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) 190 HP - -
Net Power - ISO 9249 (metric) at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 172 HP - -
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 628 ft·lbf - -
Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 170 HP - -
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 664 ft·lbf - -
Engine Model Cat® C7.1 Cat® 3516E C15 Cat®
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 642 ft·lbf - -
Engine Power - ISO 14396 - 1847 HP 449 HP
Gross Power - SAE J1995 - 1870 HP -
Net Power - SAE J1349 - Standard Ambient - 1739 HP -
Net Power - SAE J1349 - High Ambient - 1696 HP -
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 - 8549 lb/ft 1778 lb/ft
Torque Rise - 39% 16%
Peak Power Speed - - 1600
Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995 - - 456 HP
Net Power - SAE J1349 - - 373 HP
Rated Speed - - 2000
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269 - - 373 HP
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269 (DIN) - - 378 HP
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 - - 373 HP
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) - - 378 HP

Weights

Operating Weight 36839 lb - -
Note (2) ^Aggregate Handler equipped with full counterweight, optional guards, roading fenders, cold start package, and 23.5R25 tires. - -
Note (1) **Aggregate Handler machine equipped with full counterweight and optional guards. - -
Operating Weight (2) 16 710 kg (36,839 lb)^ - -
Operating Weight (1) 16 199 kg (35,712 lb)** - -

Buckets

Bucket Capacities 2.9-5.0 m3 (3.8-6.5 yd3) - -

Cab

ROPS ISO 3471:2008 - -
Note (1) * Measurements were conducted with cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of maximum engine cooling fan speed. Sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds. - -
FOPS ISO 3449:2005 LEVEL II - -
Declared Sound Levels Declared Sound Levels
– Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008): 68 dB(A)*
– Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008): 101 dB(A)*
- -

Steering

Maximum Flow - Steering Pump 34 gal/min - -
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 - -
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 - -
Note (1) Steering system uses a dedicated load sensing variable displacement pump with dual double acting cylinders. - -
Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump 3500 psi - -
Note (2) Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm). - -

Loader Hydraulic System

Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Relief Pressure 4351 psi - -
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Maximum Working Pressure 4061 psi - -
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. - -
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter 5.9 in - -
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder 4351 psi - -
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 - Total Cycle Time 9.7/10.6 seconds - -
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter 3.5 in - -
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump 50 gal/min - -
Note (2) Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm). - -
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke 21.9 in - -
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 - -
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4th Function Maximum Flow* 42 gal/min - -
Note (3) * 3rd and 4th function flow is fully adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the secondary display when equipped. - -
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke 31.1 in - -
Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump 4061 psi - -
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter 4.7 in - -
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 - -
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter 2.6 in - -
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function Maximum Flow* 50 gal/min - -

Service Refill Capacities

Rear Axles 9.2 gal (US) - -
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 44.9 gal (US) - -
Hydraulic Tank 23.8 gal (US) - -
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank 5 gal (US) - -
Engine Crankcase 5.3 gal (US) - -
Cooling System 8.5 gal (US) - -
Front Axles 9.2 gal (US) - -
Transmission - Gear Box 2.9 gal (US) - -
Fuel Tank 51.5 gal (US) - 141 gal (US)
Fuel Tank - Short Lift - - 127 gal (US)
Cooling Systems - - 26 gal (US)
Crankcase - - 9 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank - - 6 gal (US)
Transmission - - 20 gal (US)
Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Front - - 49 gal (US)
Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Rear - - 45 gal (US)
Hydraulic System Factory Fill - - 87 gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Tank Only - - 34 gal (US)

Power Train

Brakes - Parking Spring applied hydraulically released - -
Rear Axle - Traction Aid - Optional Limited slip differential - -
Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 23.5 R25 ± 7 degrees - -
Rear Axle Oscillating - -
Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 20.5 R25, 550/65, 600/65, 650/65 ± 10.5 degrees - -
Note (2) Offset rims available to meet European roading requirements. - -
Note (1) Power train is governed by the Caterpillar exclusive Intelligent Power Management system to deliver peak performance and efficiency. - -
Brakes - Service Outboard wet disc - -
Note (3) *Differential front locking axle can be engaged on the go at full torque to 20 km/h (12.4 mph) on the 938M. - -
Front Axle Fixed - -
Front Axle - Traction Aid* Locking differential (standard) - -

Transmission

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). Travel speeds based on 58/85-57 tires. -
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 - -
Transmission Type - Cat Planetary Power Shift Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1 - 4.6 mile/h 5 mile/h
Forward - 2 - 8 mile/h 8 mile/h
Forward - 3 - 13.6 mile/h -
Reverse - 1 - 5 mile/h 5 mile/h
Reverse - 2 - 8.8 mile/h 8 mile/h
Reverse - 3 - 14.9 mile/h -
Direct Drive - Forward 1 - Lock-up disables -
Direct Drive - Forward 2 - 8.7 mile/h 8 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3 - 15.2 mile/h 14 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1 - Lock-up disables -
Direct Drive - Reverse 2 - 9.6 mile/h 9 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3 - 16.8 mile/h 16 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4 - - 24 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 4 - - 25.4 mile/h

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. - The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes.

Sustainability

Recyclability 94% - -

Operating Specifications

Full Turn Tip Load (2) 10 662 kg (23,504 lb)^ - -
Full Turn Tip Load (1) 10 551 kg (23,260 lb)** - -
Note (2) ^Aggregate Handler equipped with full counterweight, optional guards, roading fenders, cold start package, and 23.5R25 tires. - -
Note (1) **Aggregate Handler machine equipped with full counterweight and optional guards. - -
Operating Weight - Standard - 543772 lb 97785 lb
Bucket Capacity Range - 17.2-43.6 m3 (22.3-57 yd3) 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³)
Operating Weight - High Lift - 547675 lb 104005 lb
Rated Payload - Standard Lift (Low to Moderate Digging Resistance) - 60 ton (US) -
Rated Payload - Standard Lift (Moderate to High Digging Resistance) - 50 ton (US) -
Rated Payload - High Lift (Low to Moderate Digging Resistance) - 55 ton (US) -
Rated Payload - High Lift (Moderate to High Digging Resistance) - 50 ton (US) -
Note - *Please contact your local dealer to determine if your application is suitable for this increased rated payload. -
Cat Truck Match - Standard - 785/789 770/735/740/745
Cat Truck Match - High Lift - 789/793/794 772/773
Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face) - - 11 ton (US)
Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard) - - 14 ton (US)
Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face) - - 11 ton (US)
Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift) - - 12.1 ton (US)

Complete System Fill

Fuel Tank - Standard - 856 gal (US) -
Fuel Tank - With 24 hr Attachment - 1414 gal (US) -
Cooling System - 138 gal (US) -
Engine Crankcase - 76 gal (US) -
Transmission - 110 gal (US) -
Differential - Final Drives - Front - 220 gal (US) -
Differential - Final Drives - Rear - 200 gal (US) -
Hydraulic Tank - Implement and Hydraulic Fan - 270 gal (US) -
Hydraulic Tank - Steering and Braking - 100 gal (US) -
Oil Renewal System (ORS)* - 20 gal (US) -
Note - *Not available on Tier 4 Final/Stage V machines. Not available in all regions. -

Axles

Front - Fixed Fixed
Rear - Trunnion Trunnion
Oscillation Angle - ±12.5°
Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement - - ±8.5°

Cooling System

Ambient Capability Hydraulically Driven Demand Fan - Standard - 109.4 °F -
Ambient Capability Hydraulically Driven Demand Fan - High (Tier 1 equivalent) - 131 °F -
Ambient Capability Hydraulically Driven Demand Fan - High (Tier 4 Final) - 127.4 °F -

Sound Performance - Standard

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008) - Tier 1/EU Stage I Equivalent - 74 dB(A) -
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008) - 119 dB(A) -
Note - The declared sound levels listed above include the addition of both measurement uncertainty and uncertainty due to production variation. Typical measurement uncertainty for this type of machine is 2 dBA in accordance with "ISO 4871". The measurement was c
  • The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
  • Hearing protection may be neede
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) - - 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) - - 112 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Suppression

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008) - Tier 1/EU Stage I Equivalent - 73 dB(A) -
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008) - 117 dB(A) -
Note - The declared sound levels listed above include the addition of both measurement uncertainty and uncertainty due to production variation. Typical measurement uncertainty for this type of machine is 2 dBA in accordance with "ISO 4871". The measurement was c
  • The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
  • Hearing protection may be neede
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) - - 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) - - 110 dB(A)

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit - Pilot, Load Sensing Load Sense
Steering System - Pump - Piston, Variable Displacement Piston, variable displacement
Total Steering Angle - 80 degrees 70°
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle - 7.6 s -
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle - 4.3 s -
Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm - - 52 gal/min
Steering Cut Off Pressure - - 4000 psi

Dimensions - Standard Lift - Approximate

B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - 28.8 ft -
Clearance at Maximum Lift - 19.8 ft -
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift - –50.0 degrees -
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - 21.9 ft -
Ground to Bumper Clearance - 4.4 ft -
Ground to Center of Axles - 6 ft -
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - 2.9 ft -
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - 23.2 ft -
Ground to Top of Hood - 18.6 ft -
Ground to Top of ROPS - 23.4 ft -
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - 39.3 ft -
Maximum Overall Length - 64.6 ft -
Note - Assumes loaded 58/85-57 tires, tires at a static loaded radius of 1830 mm (6 ft), 596-5330 26 m3 (34 yd3) bucket, 431-0064 HD tips. -
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift - 59.5 degrees -
Rack Back Angle - Carry - 47.7 degrees -
Rack Back Angle - Ground Level - 39.7 degrees -
Reach - Maximum Lift - 9.6 ft -
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - 20.4 ft -
Tread Width - 14.1 ft -
Wheel Base - 22.3 ft -
Width - Over Tires - With Bulge - 18.8 ft -

Dimensions - High Lift - Approximate

B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - 31.6 ft -
Clearance at Maximum Lift - 22.6 ft -
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift - –50.0 degrees -
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - 24.2 ft -
Ground to Bumper Clearance - 4.4 ft -
Ground to Center of Axles - 6 ft -
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - 2.9 ft -
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - 23.2 ft -
Ground to Top of Hood - 18.6 ft -
Ground to Top of ROPS - 23.4 ft -
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - 42.1 ft -
Maximum Overall Length - 66.9 ft -
Note - Assumes loaded 58/85-57 tires, tires at a static loaded radius of 1830 mm (6 ft), 596-5330 26 m3 (34 yd3) bucket, 431-0064 HD tips. -
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift - 59.4 degrees -
Rack Back Angle - Carry - 53.5 degrees -
Rack Back Angle - Ground Level - 45 degrees -
Reach - Maximum Lift - 9.4 ft -
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - 20.4 ft -
Tread Width - 14.1 ft -
Wheel Base - 22.3 ft -
Width - Over Tires - With Bulge - 18.8 ft -

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit - Positive Flow Control Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System - Pump - Variable Displacement Piston 2 × 110 cc variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,700 rpm Engine Speed - 541 gal/min -
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt - 5004 psi 4050 psi
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke - 370 × 1713 mm (14.6 × 67.4 in) -
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke - 310 × 1086 mm (12.2 × 42.8 in) -
Pilot System - Open Loop and Pressure Reducing -
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm - - 123 gal/min
Lift Cylinder - Bore - - 7.5 in
Lift Cylinder - Stroke - - 45 in
Tilt Cylinder - Bore - - 6.7 in
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke - - 28.4 in

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Rack Back - 4.9 s 4.5 s
Raise - 12.6 s 9 s
Dump - 3.1 s 3.5 s
Lower Float Down - 4.2 s 4.3 s
Lower - - 5.2 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - - 21.3 s

Brakes

Brakes - ISO 3450:2011 ISO 3450:2011

Operator's Cab

ROPS/FOPS - - ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS)

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS - - 13.5 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - - 13.3 ft
Ground to Top of Hood - - 10.7 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle - - 3.2 ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance - - 2.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - - 1.5 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift - - 7.1 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift - - 10.1 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - - 16.1 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - - 22.4 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - - 10.3 ft
Wheel Base - - 12.5 ft
Maximum Overall Length - - 36.6 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - - 13.8 ft
Note - -
  • All dimensions are approximate.
  • Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS - - 13.5 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - - 13.3 ft
Ground to Top of Hood - - 10.7 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle - - 3.2 ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance - - 2.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - - 1.5 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift - - 7.4 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift - - 11.6 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - - 17.6 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - - 23.9 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - - 10.3 ft
Wheel Base - - 12.5 ft
Maximum Overall Length - - 38 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - - 15.3 ft
Note - -
  • All dimensions are approximate.
  • Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) Bucket

Ground to Top of ROPS - - 13.5 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - - 13.3 ft
Ground to Top of Hood - - 10.7 ft
Ground to Center of Rear Axle - - 3.2 ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance - - 2.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - - 1.5 ft
Reach at Maximum Lift - - 8 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift - - 10.7 ft
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift - - 15 ft
Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised - - 20.9 ft
Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper - - 10.3 ft
Wheel Base - - 12.5 ft
Maximum Overall Length - - 35 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - - 12.2 ft

Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and Fork

Ground to Top of ROPS - - 13.5 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - - 13.3 ft
Ground to Top of Hood - - 10.7 ft
Ground to Center of Rear Axle - - 3.2 ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance - - 2.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - - 1.5 ft
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift - - 15 ft
Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper - - 10.3 ft
Wheel Base - - 12.5 ft
Maximum Overall Length - - 35.4 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - - 12.6 ft
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