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986 Wheel Loader
938M Aggregate Handler Small Wheel Loader

Engine

Engine Model C15 Cat® Cat® C7.1 -
Peak Power Speed 1600 - -
Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995 456 hp - -
Engine Power - ISO 14396 449 hp - -
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 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 - -
Bore 5.4 in 4 in -
Stroke 6.75 in 5 in -
Displacement 927 in² 427 in³ -
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 1778 lb/ft - -
Torque Rise 16% - -
Emissions 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 The Cat C7.1 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V and Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards. -
Maximum Gross Power - 188 hp -
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. -
Note (1) - *Range 4 power and torque is equal to Performance Mode with Caterpillar Power by Range technology. -
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. -
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) - 173 hp -
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 -
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) - 642 ft·lbf -

Transmission

Transmission Type Cat planetary power shift - -
Forward - 1 5 mile/h - -
Forward - 2 8 mile/h - -
Direct Drive - Forward 2 8 mile/h - -
Direct Drive - Forward 3 14 mile/h - -
Direct Drive - Forward 4 24 mile/h - -
Reverse - 1 5 mile/h - -
Reverse - 2 8 mile/h - -
Direct Drive - Reverse 2 9 mile/h - -
Direct Drive - Reverse 3 16 mile/h - -
Direct Drive - Reverse 4 25.4 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 secondary display when equipped. Factory default is 7 km/h (4.4 mph). -
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 -

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight - Standard 97785 lb - -
Operating Weight - High Lift 104005 lb - -
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) - -
Bucket Capacity Range 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³) - -
Cat Truck Match - Standard 770/735/740/745 - -
Cat Truck Match - High Lift 772/773 - -
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. -

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit Load Sense - -
Lift/Tilt System - Pump 2 × 110 cc variable displacement - -
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm 123 gal/min - -
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 4050 psi - -
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 4.5 s - -
Raise 9 s - -
Dump 3.5 s - -
Lower 5.2 s - -
Lower Float Down 4.3 s - -
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time 21.3 s - -

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit Load Sense - -
Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement - -
Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm 52 gal/min - -
Steering Cut Off Pressure 4000 psi - -
Total Steering Angle 70° - -

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system co 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. -

Axles

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

Brakes

Brakes ISO 3450:2011 - -

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank 141 gal (US) 51.5 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) - -
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) -

Operator's Cab

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

Sound Performance - Standard

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72 dB(A) - -
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 112 dB(A) - -
Note
  • 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
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Sound Performance - Suppression

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72 dB(A) - -
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 110 dB(A) - -
Note
  • 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
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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.
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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.
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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 - -

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)*
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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 -

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) -

Sustainability

Recyclability - 94% -
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