2025 Caterpillar Small Wheel Loaders 938

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2025 Caterpillar Small Wheel Loaders 938

Configured for Success

The 938 Small Wheel Loader sets the standard for productivity, fuel efficiency, operator comfort and low operating costs. Experience the industry benchmark.

Features may include:
  • An upgrade to multi-view camera and rear object detection gives you an extra eye on the jobsite while the new force feedback joystick steering keeps you feeling confident on those long shifts. The operator not present function helps to isolate the machine if you leave the environment; while seat belt notifications give you a gentle reminder to buckle up.
  • Multi-function work has never been easier with dedicated pumps for each system and a flow sharing implement valve governed by an intelligent power management system. Simultaneously lift, steer, and drive without compromise. Upgrade to autolube and tire pressure monitoring to make service easy and get to work quicker. Light the way with auto roading lights that come on at night fall.
  • Move more with the Caterpillar patented quick loading performance series buckets and optimized Z-bar linkage with enhanced forward visibility that combines the digging efficiency of a traditional Z-bar with tool carrier capabilities. The parallel lift and high tilt forces throughout the working range allow you to confidently handle loads with precise control.
  • Increased Payload: Additional counterweight improves stability without reducing ground clearance or departure angle to maximize performance.
  • Protect your Power Train: Increase your fording depth with elevated breathers. Remote mounted high on the machine for the front and rear axles and hydrostatic gear box. Allows settling pond cleanout without contamination.

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Highlights

  • Bushnell, Florida
  • 2025
  • Caterpillar
  • Small Wheel Loaders 938
  • 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 | Forward and Reverse - Range 4: 25 mile/h
  • Available
  • Bucket: 9 ft | Tread Center: 6.83 ft | Over Tires: 8.83 ft
  • Bucket Pin**: 12.83 ft | Reach - Bucket at 45°*: 4.66 ft | Carry Height - Bucket Pin: 2 ft | Dig Depth**: 5.25 in |Ground to Cab**: 10.92 ft | Ground to Beacon**: 12.17 ft | Ground to Axle Center**: 2.25 ft | Ground Clearance**: 1.33 ft | Height - Bucket Pin**: 14.92 ft | Clearance - Load over Height**: 11.66 ft

Specifications

  • 2025
  • Caterpillar
  • Small Wheel Loaders
  • 938
  • Small
  • Cat
  • Model: Cat C7.1* | Mode: Automatic
  • Rated Gross Power - Rated Engine Speed: 1800 r/min | Maximum Gross Torque - Engine Speed: 1400 r/min
  • Rated Gross Power - SAE J1995: 191 hp | Rated Gross Power - SAE J1995 (DIN): 194 mhp | Rated Engine Power - ISO 14396: 188 hp | Rated Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN): 191 mhp | Rated Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed: 185 hp | Rated Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed: 185 hp| Rated Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) at Minimum Fan Speed: 188 mhp | Maximum Gross Torque - SAE J1995: 673 ft·lbf | Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396: 664ft·lbf | Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349: 656 ft·lbf | Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249: 558 ft·lbf
  • 4 in
  • 5 in
  • 427 in³
  • 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 | Forward and Reverse - Range 4: 25 mile/h
  • Cylinder - Bore Diameter: 2.8 in | Cylinder - Rod Diameter: 2 in |Cylinder - Stroke: 15.7 in | Maximum Flow - Steering Pump: 34 gal/min| Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump: 3500 psi | 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
  • Transmission - Gear Box: 2.2 gal (US)
  • 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR | Standard Size: 20.5 R25, radial (L-3)
  • Travel: 12.4 mile/h
  • Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift: 5.5 s | Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump (at Maximum Lift Height): 1.5 s | Hydraulic Cycle Time - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level: 2.7 s | Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time: 9.7 s
  • Breakout Force: 6294 lbf | Rated Bucket Capacity: 0.8 yd³ | Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket: 2756 lb | Straight Tipping Load - Bucket: 6415 lb| Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (ISO 14397-1): 5516 lb | Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (Rigid Tire) 5626 lb | Rack Back - Transport Position: 51° Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% FTSTL): 3393 lb | Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% FTSTL): 2932 lb | High lift Breakout Force: 6204 lbf | Hitch lift Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket: 2502 lb | Hitch lift Straight Tipping Load - Bucket: 5975 lb | Hitch lift Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (ISO 14397-1)5004 lb | Hitch lift Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (Rigid Tire): 5115 lb | Hitch lift Rack Back - Transport Position 51° Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% FTSTL): 3660 lb | Hitch lift Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% FTSTL): 2544 lb
  • System: 6.3 gal (US) | Hydraulic System - Including Tank: 23.8 gal (US) | Hydraulic Tank: 23.8 gal (US)
  • Maximum Flow - Implement Pump : 50 gal/min | Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function Maximum Flow*: 50 gal/min | Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4th Function Maximum Flow*: 42 gal/min
  • Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder: 4061 psi | Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Maximum Working Pressure: 3771 psi | Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Relief Pressure: 4351 psi
  • Front Axles: 9.2 gal (US) | Fixed; Locking differential (standard)
  • Rear Axles: 9.2 gal (US) | Oscillating ± 11 degrees; Open differential (standard); Limited slip differential (optional)
  • ROPS: ISO 3471:2008 | FOPS: ISO 3449:2005 Level II
  • Departure Angle - Degrees: 30° | Reach - Ground Level: 2.5 ft | Maximum Reach: 4.33 ft | Tire Gauge: 4.33 ft | Articulation Angle: 40° | Steering Angle: 80° | Dump Angle at Maximum Height: 40° | High lift Reach - Ground Level: 3.25 ft | High lift Maximum Reach: 4.92 ft
  • Clearance - Bucket at 45°*: 11.16 ft | Clearance - Level Bucket**: 13.83 ft
  • Length - Rear Axle to Bumper: 6.42 ft | Length - Hitch to Front Axle: 5 ft | Length - Wheel Base: 10 f
  • Bucket Pin**: 12.83 ft | Reach - Bucket at 45°*: 4.66 ft | Carry Height - Bucket Pin: 2 ft | Dig Depth**: 5.25 in |Ground to Cab**: 10.92 ft | Ground to Beacon**: 12.17 ft | Ground to Axle Center**: 2.25 ft | Ground Clearance**: 1.33 ft | Height - Bucket Pin**: 14.92 ft | Clearance - Load over Height**: 11.66 ft
  • Bucket: 9 ft | Tread Center: 6.83 ft | Over Tires: 8.83 ft
  • Length - Overall*: 27.58 ft | With Bucket: 15.4 ft | With Forks: 16.83 ft | High lift With Bucket: 16.17 ft | High lift With Forks: 17.58 ft
  • Overall**: 19.2 ft
  • Over Bucket: 21.25 ft | Outside of Tires: 18.16 ft| Inside of Tires: 9.33 ft
  • Departure Angle: 33 ° | Articulation Angle: 40 ° | Rack Angle at Full Lift: 53 ° | Dump Angle at Full Lift: 47 ° | Rack Angle at Carry: 48 °
  • 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 (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.717 metric tonnes (2.99 tons). | Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008): 68 dB(A)| Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008): 101 dB(A) | Recyclability: 96%
  • Bucket: 1.9-5 m3 (2.5-6.5 yd3) | General Purpose: 0.6 m3 (0.8 yd3)| Light Material: 1 m3 (1.3 yd3)
  • Crankcase:5.3 gal (US)
  • Tank: 51.5 gal (US) | Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank: 5 gal (US)
  • 7.9 gal (US)
  • Operating: 36210 lb | Hitch lift: 36210 lb