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938M Waste Handler Small Wheel Loader
992 Wheel Loader
995 Wheel Loader

Engine

Maximum Gross Power 188 HP - -
Bore 4 in 5.7 in 6.7 in
Stroke 5 in 6.4 in 8.5 in
Displacement 427 in³ 1963.5 in³ 4766 in³
Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 1800 r/min - -
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 Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Performance [HP+] Power Mode: Range 1-4) 649 ft·lbf - -
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 664 ft·lbf - -
Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 1600 r/min - -
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 173 HP - -
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 642 ft·lbf - -
Engine Model Cat® C7.1 Cat® C32B Cat® 3516E
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 627 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.
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 188 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, U.S. EPA Tier 2 Equivalent U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V or U.S. EPA Tier 1 equivalent
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.
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 - -
Net Power - ISO 9249 (metric) at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 186 HP - -
Engine Power - ISO 14396 188 HP - 1847 HP
Engine Power - ISO 14396 - Metric 190 HP - -
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 190 HP - -
Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 184 HP - -
Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 183 HP - -
Net Power (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 1600 r/min - -
Net Power (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 1800 r/min - -
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 176 HP - -
Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 170 HP - -
Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 170 HP - -
Net Power - ISO 9249 (metric) at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 172 HP - -
Net Power - 814 HP -
Rated Speed - 1750 rpm -
Gross Power - SAE J1995 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 4/HRC (Highly Regulated Country) - Standard - 900 HP -
Gross Power - SAE J1995 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 4/HRC - High Ambient - 937 HP -
Gross Power - SAE J1995 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 2/LRC (Less Regulated Country) - Standard - 907 HP -
Gross Power - SAE J1995 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 2/LRC - High Ambient - 944 HP -
Gross Power - ISO 14396 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 4/HRC - Standard - 884 HP -
Gross Power - ISO 14396 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 4/HRC - High Ambient - 921 HP -
Gross Power - ISO 14396 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 2/LRC - Standard - 893 HP -
Gross Power - ISO 14396 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 2/LRC - High Ambient - 931 HP -
Net Power - SAE J1349 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 4/HRC - Standard - 814 HP -
Net Power - SAE J1349 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 4/HRC - High Ambient - 814 HP -
Net Power - SAE J1349 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 2/LRC - Standard - 823 HP -
Net Power - SAE J1349 at 1,750 rpm - Tier 2/LRC - High Ambient - 823 HP -
Peak Torque - SAE J1995 - Tier 4/HRC - Standard @ 1,200 rpm - 3514 ft·lbf -
Peak Torque - SAE J1995 - Tier 4/HRC - High Ambient @ 1,300 rpm - 3555 ft·lbf -
Peak Torque - SAE J1995 - Tier 2/LRC - Standard @ 1,200 rpm - 3537 ft·lbf -
Peak Torque - SAE J1995 - Tier 2/LRC - High Ambient @ 1,350 rpm - 3570 ft·lbf -
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
Torque Rise - - 39%

Weights

Operating Weight 41794 lb - -
Operating Weight (1) 17 258 kg (38,046 lb)** - -
Operating Weight (2) 18 958 kg (41,794 lb)^ - -
Note (2) ^Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard counterweights, waste guarding, rear waste gate, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, and new solid tires. - -
Note (1) **Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with optional counterweights, waste guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, and Michelin 20.5 R25 XMINE D2 tires. - -

Buckets

Bucket Capacities 3.0-5.0 m3 (3.9-6.5 yd3) 11.5-24.5 m³ (15-32 yd³) -

Cab

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

Operating Specifications

Note (1) **Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with optional counterweights, waste guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, and Michelin 20.5 R25 XMINE D2 tires. - -
Full Turn Tip Load (1) 9795 kg (21,594 lb)** - -
Note (2) ^Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard counterweights, waste guarding, rear waste gate, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, and new solid tires. - -
Full Turn Tip Load (2) 10 741 kg (23,679 lb)^ - -
Operating Weight - 233430 lb -
Rated Payload - Standard - 25.5 ton (US) -
Rated Payload - Standard (Material Handler) - 30 ton (US) -
Rated Payload - High Lift - 22.5 ton (US) -
Rated Payload - High Lift (Material Handler) - 27 ton (US) -
Bucket Capacity Range - 11.5-24.5 m³ (15-32 yd³) 17.2-43.6 m3 (22.3-57 yd3)
Cat Truck Match - Standard - 775/777 785/789
Cat Truck Match - High Lift - 785 789/793/794
Operating Weight - Standard - - 543772 lb
Operating Weight - High Lift - - 547675 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.

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the flourinated 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. - -

Loader Hydraulic System

Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4th Function Maximum Flow* 42 gal/min - -
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Relief Pressure 4351 psi - -
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder 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. - -
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump 50 gal/min - -
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 - -
Note (2) Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm). - -
Cycle Times - Performance (HP+) at 1,800 rpm/Standard Power Mode at 1,600 rpm - Total Cycle Time 9.7/10.6 seconds - -
Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump 4061 psi - -
Note (3) * 3rd and 4th function flow is fully adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the touch screen display when equipped. - -
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 - -
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 - -
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function Maximum Flow* 50 gal/min - -
Lift Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Stroke 31.1 in - -
Tilt Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Rod Diameter 3.5 in - -
Lift Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Rod Diameter 2.6 in - -
Tilt Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Bore Diameter 5.9 in - -
Lift Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Bore Diameter 4.7 in - -
Tilt Cylinder: Standard Lift Linkage - Stroke 21.9 in - -

Steering

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 - -
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 - Stroke 15.7 in - -
Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Minimum RPM: Pump Flow Limited 3.1 s - -
Note (1) Steering system uses a dedicated load sensing variable displacement pump with dual double acting cylinders. - -
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter 2 in - -
Maximum Flow - Steering Pump 34 gal/min - -
Note (2) Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm). - -

Transmission

Forward and Reverse - Range 2 8 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 touch screen display when equipped. Factory default is 7 km/h (4.4 mph). - Travel speeds based on 58/85-57 tires.
Forward and Reverse - Range 3 17 mile/h - -
Forward and Reverse - Range 1* 1-13 km/h (0.6-8 mph) - -
Transmission Type - Cat Planetary Powershift Cat Planetary Power Shift
Forward - 1 - 4.3 mile/h 4.6 mile/h
Forward - 2 - 7.4 mile/h 8 mile/h
Forward - 3 - 12.7 mile/h 13.6 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 1 - Disabled Lock-up disables
Direct Drive - Forward 2 - 8 mile/h 8.7 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3 - 14 mile/h 15.2 mile/h
Reverse - 1 - 4.7 mile/h 5 mile/h
Reverse - 2 - 8.1 mile/h 8.8 mile/h
Reverse - 3 - 13.9 mile/h 14.9 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1 - 5 mile/h Lock-up disables
Direct Drive - Reverse 2 - 8.8 mile/h 9.6 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3 - 15.3 mile/h 16.8 mile/h

Power Train

Front Axle - Traction Aid Locking differential - -
Note (1) Power train is governed by the Caterpillar exclusive Intelligent Power Management system to deliver peak performance and efficiency. - -
Rear Axle Oscillating - -
Note (3) Differential front locking axle can be engaged on the go at full torque up to 20 km/h (12.4 mph) on the 938M. - -
Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 20.5 R25, 550/65, 600/65, 650/65 ± 10.5 degrees - -
Rear Axle - Traction Aid - Optional Limited slip differential - -
Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - 23.5 R25 ± 7 degrees - -
Brakes - Service Inboard wet disc - -
Note (2) Offset rims available to meet European roading requirements. - -
Brakes - Parking Spring applied hydraulically released - -
Front Axle Fixed - -
Rear Axle - Oscillation Angle by Tire Size - Solid Tires, 750/65, 620/65, Skidder ± 7 degrees - -

Sustainability

Recyclability 94% - -

Service Refill Capacities

Axles - Rear 9.2 gal (US) - -
Fuel Tank 51.5 gal (US) 385.7 gal (US) -
Axles - Front 9.2 gal (US) - -
Transmission - Gear Box 2.9 gal (US) - -
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 44.9 gal (US) - -
Engine Crankcase 5.3 gal (US) - -
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank 5 gal (US) - -
Cooling System 8.5 gal (US) - -
Hydraulic Tank 23.8 gal (US) - -
Cooling Systems - 59.4 gal (US) -
Crankcase - 31.7 gal (US) -
Transmission - 51.5 gal (US) -
Differential - Final Drives - Front - 96.4 gal (US) -
Differential - Final Drives - Rear - 96.4 gal (US) -
Hydraulic System Factory Fill (Implement) - 104.1 gal (US) -
Hydraulic Tank - Implement - 60.2 gal (US) -
Hydraulic Factory Fill (Steering) - 32.5 gal (US) -
Hydraulic Tank (Steering Tank Only) - 26.3 gal (US) -

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit - Positive Flow Control Positive Flow Control
Lift/Tilt System - Pump - Variable Displacement Piston Variable Displacement Piston
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm - 250 gal/min -
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt - 5000 psi 5004 psi
Lift Cylinder - Bore - 9.3 in -
Lift Cylinder - Stroke - 63.5 in -
Tilt Cylinder - Bore - 11.5 in -
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke - 41.5 in -
Maximum Flow at 1,700 rpm Engine Speed - - 541 gal/min
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

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Rack Back - 2.3 s 4.9 s
Rack Back - High Lift - 2.3 s -
Raise - 9 s 12.6 s
Raise - High Lift - 9 s -
Dump - 2.6 s 3.1 s
Dump - High Lift - 2.6 s -
Float Down - 3.2 s -
Float Down - High Lift - 3.2 s -
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - 17.1 s -
Lower Float Down - - 4.2 s

Axles

Front - Fixed Fixed
Rear - Trunnion Trunnion
Oscillation Angle - ±9°

Brakes

Brakes - ISO 3450:2011 ISO 3450:2011

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit - Pilot, Load Sensing Pilot, Load Sensing
Steering System - Pump - Piston, Variable Displacement Piston, Variable Displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,850 rpm - 70 gal/min -
Steering Cut Off Pressure - 4500 psi -
Total Steering Angle - 80° 80 degrees
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle - 4.9 s 7.6 s
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle - 3.1 s 4.3 s

Cooling System

Ambient Capability Hydraulically Driven Demand Fan - Standard - 109.4 °F 109.4 °F
Ambient Capability, Hydraulically Driven Demand Fan - High - 131 °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

Note - Machine Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008) - 116 dB(A) 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
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008) - Tier 1/EU Stage I Equivalent - - 74 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008) - - 119 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Suppression

Note - Machine Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008) - 113 dB(A) 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
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008) - Tier 1/EU Stage I Equivalent - - 73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008) - - 117 dB(A)

Dimensions - Standard Lift - Approximate

Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - 17 ft 23.2 ft
Ground to Top of ROPS - 18.3 ft 23.4 ft
Ground to Top of Hood - 13.1 ft 18.6 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle - 4.3 ft -
Ground to Bumper Clearance - 3.8 ft 4.4 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - 2.2 ft 2.9 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift - 8.2 ft 9.6 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift - 15.2 ft 19.8 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - 22.8 ft 28.8 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - 30.8 ft 39.3 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - 13.5 ft 20.4 ft
Tread Width - 10.83 ft 14.1 ft
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Lift - 56.9 degrees -
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift - -49.5 degrees –50.0 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Ground Level - 40.2 degrees 39.7 degrees
Width - Over Tires - With Bulge - 14.74 ft 18.8 ft
Rack Back Angle - Carry - 48.9 degrees 47.7 degrees
Wheel Base - 19.3 ft 22.3 ft
Maximum Overall Length - 50.8 ft 64.6 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - 18 ft 21.9 ft
Ground to Center of Axles - - 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

Dimensions - High Lift - Approximate

Tread Width - 10.83 ft 14.1 ft
Rack Back Angle - Ground Level - 42.5 degrees 45 degrees
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift - -48.1 degrees –50.0 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Lift - 56.2 degrees -
Width - Over Tires - With Bulge - 14.75 ft 18.8 ft
Rack Back Angle - Carry - 51.6 degrees 53.5 degrees
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - 17 ft 23.2 ft
Ground to Top of ROPS - 18.3 ft 23.4 ft
Ground to Top of Hood - 13.1 ft 18.6 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle - 4.3 ft -
Ground to Bumper Clearance - 3.8 ft 4.4 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - 2.2 ft 2.9 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift - 7.6 ft 9.4 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift - 17.2 ft 22.6 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - 24.5 ft 31.6 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - 32 ft 42.1 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - 13.5 ft 20.4 ft
Wheel Base - 19.3 ft 22.3 ft
Maximum Overall Length - 51.6 ft 66.9 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - 18.8 ft 24.2 ft
Ground to Center of Axles - - 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 - - 59.4 degrees

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.
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