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938M Aggregate Handler

938M Aggregate - 2016, Tier 4 Final, Stage IV, NACD,EU,AUZ

Overview

The Cat® 938M Aggregate Handler sets a new standard for productivity, fuel efficiency and comfort. A high torque, low speed C7.1 engine works in concert with an intelligent hystat power train to deliver fuel efficiency as standard. The optimized Z-bar loader linkage combined with long wear life Performance Series buckets delivers improved payloads and bucket longevity. Extremely low sound levels, large spacious cab and intuitive controls keep you working comfortably all day and even all night! Experience this industry benchmark.

Specifications

Units: 
Maximum Gross Power
Operating Weight
Bucket Capacities 2.9-5.0 m3 (3.8-6.5 yd3)
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Benefits & Features

Application Specific Configuration

INCREASED PAYLOAD
Additional counterweight improves stability without reducing ground clearance or departure angle to maximize performance.

LONG LIFE SAND AND GRAVEL BUCKETS
Performance Series Buckets deliver higher fill factors and better material retention for significant productivity and fuel efficiency improvements. The buckets feature a long floor, open throat, curved side bars and additional serviceable wear plates including corner guards.

PROTECT YOUR POWER TRAIN
Increase your fording depths with optional elevated breathers. Remote mounted high on the machine for the front and rear axles and hydrostatic gear box. Allows settling pond clean out without contamination.

Efficiently Powerful

    The Cat® C7.1 engine provides cleaner, quieter operation while delivering superior performance and durability through a high torque, low speed design. Caterpillar's exclusive Intelligent Power Management system monitors operator input and power availability to keep the machine working at peak efficiency and provide the operator with greater customization to suit their application.

    A choice of Power Modes allows you to choose between maximum fuel efficiency or boosted power along with hydraulic speed.

    STANDARD POWER MODE
    • Saves fuel and reduces cab sound levels
    • Biggest gains are seen during load and carry, snow removal and roading applications

      PERFORMANCE POWER MODE
    • Enabled at the push of a button (HP+), boosts engine power by up to 10% and engine speed by over 12%
    • Increases hydraulic cycle times and productivity

    Lock up and go with fully locking front differential axle that can be engaged on the move at full torque. Maximize your traction with optional Limited Slip Differential on the rear axle to keep you climbing.

Enjoy All Day Comfort

    A spacious, quiet and comfortable operator environment helps keep you relaxed and productive throughout the day. Experience superior all around visibility with single piece front windshield, redesigned linkage and clean hydraulic lines routing. Seat-mounted controls featuring low effort joystick for lift and tilt functions along with integrated Forward/Neutral/Reverse switch, differential lock trigger and optional third and fourth auxiliary functions.
    • Automatic climate control with heated rear glass and external mirrors
    • Information at a glance with large primary LCD display
    • Heated and cooled seat option
    • Optional Ride Control
    • Exclusive electro-hydraulic cylinder snubbing
    • An extra eye on the job site with optional integrated rear object detection and optional* rearview camera
    *Standard in Europe.

  August 27, 2024

Specifications

Units: 
Engine
Maximum Gross Power
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Engine Model Cat® C7.1
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Maximum Rated Gross Power - ISO 14396
Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
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*)
Emissions The Cat C7.1 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V and Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Net Power - ISO 9249 (metric) at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Net Power - SAE J1349 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Net Power (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Net Power (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4)
Maximum Rated Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric)
Net Power - ISO 9249 (metric) at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Net Power - ISO 9249 at Minimum Fan Speed (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*)
Buckets
Bucket Capacities 2.9-5.0 m3 (3.8-6.5 yd3)
Weights
Operating Weight
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)**
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<br>– Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008): 68 dB(A)*<br>– Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008): 101 dB(A)*
Steering
Maximum Flow - Steering Pump
Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Minimum RPM: Pump Flow Limited
Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - Maximum RPM: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke
Note (1) Steering system uses a dedicated load sensing variable displacement pump with dual double acting cylinders.
Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump
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
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd and 4th Function Maximum Working Pressure
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
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder
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
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump
Note (2) Flow values listed are for a machine running in Performance Power Mode (1,800 rpm).
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke
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*
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
Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter
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
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function Maximum Flow*
Service Refill Capacities
Rear Axles
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
Hydraulic Tank
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
Engine Crankcase
Cooling System
Front Axles
Transmission - Gear Box
Fuel Tank
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
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
Forward and Reverse - Range 3
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.
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.
Sustainability
Recyclability 94%

Benefits & Features

Application Specific Configuration

INCREASED PAYLOAD
Additional counterweight improves stability without reducing ground clearance or departure angle to maximize performance.

LONG LIFE SAND AND GRAVEL BUCKETS
Performance Series Buckets deliver higher fill factors and better material retention for significant productivity and fuel efficiency improvements. The buckets feature a long floor, open throat, curved side bars and additional serviceable wear plates including corner guards.

PROTECT YOUR POWER TRAIN
Increase your fording depths with optional elevated breathers. Remote mounted high on the machine for the front and rear axles and hydrostatic gear box. Allows settling pond clean out without contamination.

Efficiently Powerful

    The Cat® C7.1 engine provides cleaner, quieter operation while delivering superior performance and durability through a high torque, low speed design. Caterpillar's exclusive Intelligent Power Management system monitors operator input and power availability to keep the machine working at peak efficiency and provide the operator with greater customization to suit their application.

    A choice of Power Modes allows you to choose between maximum fuel efficiency or boosted power along with hydraulic speed.

    STANDARD POWER MODE
    • Saves fuel and reduces cab sound levels
    • Biggest gains are seen during load and carry, snow removal and roading applications

      PERFORMANCE POWER MODE
    • Enabled at the push of a button (HP+), boosts engine power by up to 10% and engine speed by over 12%
    • Increases hydraulic cycle times and productivity

    Lock up and go with fully locking front differential axle that can be engaged on the move at full torque. Maximize your traction with optional Limited Slip Differential on the rear axle to keep you climbing.

Enjoy All Day Comfort

    A spacious, quiet and comfortable operator environment helps keep you relaxed and productive throughout the day. Experience superior all around visibility with single piece front windshield, redesigned linkage and clean hydraulic lines routing. Seat-mounted controls featuring low effort joystick for lift and tilt functions along with integrated Forward/Neutral/Reverse switch, differential lock trigger and optional third and fourth auxiliary functions.
    • Automatic climate control with heated rear glass and external mirrors
    • Information at a glance with large primary LCD display
    • Heated and cooled seat option
    • Optional Ride Control
    • Exclusive electro-hydraulic cylinder snubbing
    • An extra eye on the job site with optional integrated rear object detection and optional* rearview camera
    *Standard in Europe.

Customize Your Experience

    The M Series Aggregate Handler will remember you and your personal settings with unique operator codes to make this machine truly yours and keep it secure.

    Work as one with your machine by customizing your controls.
    • Select your Power Train Mode
    • Reduce tire wear using Rimpull
    • Fine tune ground speed with Creeper Control
    • Adjustable Electo-Hydraulic Controls
    • Set Directional Shift Response based on job application

Service

    Get up and running quickly with ground level, daily service access and optional engine compartment lighting. Three large service doors can be opened and closed in any order to give full access to filters and service points. Extended service intervals on hydraulic and power train filters reduce service time and maximize uptime. Additional service features include:
    • Product Link™ PRO standard with optional subscription to VisionLink®.
    • Maintenance reminders through secondary display at scheduled intervals.
    • Fit for Life Diesel Particulate Filter that is designed to exceed the engine overhaul life.
    • Quick fuel filter service with Caterpillar's exclusive electric fuel priming pump.
    • Jump start studs as standard equipment.
    • Extended cleanouts with single plane cooling system and wide spaced 6 fans per inch coolers as standard.
    • Integrated Autolube (optional) with adjustable greasing frequency.

Customer Support

With renowned Cat dealer support, rely on your Cat dealer to help you every step of the way with new or used machine sales, rental or rebuild options to meet your business needs.

Maximize your machine uptime with unsurpassed worldwide parts availability, trained technicians and customer support agreements.

Let us earn your business. Experience an M Series Small Wheel Loader and join the Caterpillar family.

Sustainability

    • The Cat® C7.1 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V and Korea Tier 5 emission standards.
    • Engine Idle Management System (EIMS) helps maximize fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining machine performance.
    • Engine Idle Shutdown Timer reduces fuel burn, greenhouse gas emissions and unnecessary idle time by shutting down the machine after a pre-set idling period.
    • Performance Series Buckets have rounded side boards, a longer floor and open angle to carry more and load quicker so each pass is the most efficient.
    • Rimpull Control is a quick way to adjust the torque to the tires for less slipping and tire wear.
    • Cat® Production Measurement provides real-time payload weighing which help you maximize productivity, reduce fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions, all while improving job site efficiency and lowering costs.
    • Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
    • Power on Demand, transparent to the operator, provides full-time efficiency and power when you need it.
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring provides real-time tire pressure information to the operator to help increase tire wear and achieve better fuel efficiency and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
    • Intelligent Hystat Transmission helps improves control and reduces fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in load and carry applications.
    • Variable Displacement Pumps match power to load as application requirements change.

Standard Equipment

  • POWER TRAIN
    • Axle Duo-Cone™ seal guards
    • Axle seal guards
    • Auto idle shut down feature
    • Auto idle shut down feature
    • Cat C7.1 engine<br>– Power modes (Standard and Performance)<br>– Power by range (High Power in Range 4)<br>– Turbocharged and aftercooled<br>– Diesel particulate filter (Fit for Life)
    • Cat C7.1 ACERT engine: – Power Modes (Standard and Performance) – Power by Range (High Power in Range 4) – Turbocharged and aftercooled – Filtered crankcase breather – Diesel particulate filter (Fit for Life)
    • Coded start (requires secondary display)
    • Coolant protection to –34° C (–29° F)
    • Differential lock in front axle
    • Differential lock in front axle
    • Enclosed wet disc full hydraulic brakes
    • Dry type air cleaner
    • Hydraulically driven demand cooling fan
    • Enclosed wet disc full hydraulic brakes
    • Hydrostatic transmission with electronic control<br>– Operator modes (Default, TC, Hystat, and Ice)<br>– Directional Shift Aggressiveness (fast, medium, slow)<br>– Rimpull control, adjust wheel torque<br>– Creeper control, adjust ground speed
    • Fuel priming pump, automatic
    • Parking brake, electric
    • Fuel water separator
    • Single plane cooling package wide six fins per inch density
    • Hydraulically driven demand cooling fan
    • Oil sampling ports
    • Intelligent hydrostatic transmission: – Power train modes – Directional Shift Aggressiveness – Rimpull control, adjust wheel torque – Creeper control, adjust ground speed
    • Throttle lock and max speed limiter
    • Lubed for life driveshafts
    • Parking brake, electric
    • Wide spaced 6 fins per inch cooling package
    • S·O·SSM sampling ports
    • Throttle lock and maximum speed limiter
  • HYDRAULICS
    • Automatic lift lower and tilt kickouts, adjustable in-cab
    • Bucket and fork modes, adjustable in-cab
    • Cylinder damping at kickout and mechanical end stops
    • Fine mode control (fast, medium, slow)
    • Hydraulic response setting (fast, medium, slow)
    • Automatic lift, lower and tilt kickouts
    • Load sensing hydraulics and steering
    • Bucket and Fork Modes, adjustable in-cab
    • Seat-mounted hydraulic joystick controls
    • Cylinder damping at kickout and end stops
    • Fine Mode control in Fork Mode
    • Hydraulic Response setting
    • Load sensing hydraulics and steering
    • Seat-mounted hydraulic joystick controls
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Alternator, 115 amp, heavy duty
    • Batteries, 1,000 CCA (2) 24V system, disconnect switch
    • Back-up alarm
    • Emergency shutdown switch
    • Halogen work and roading lights, LED rear tail lights
    • Alternator, 115-amp, heavy duty
    • Product Link PRO with three year subscription
    • 12V power supply in cab (2)
    • Remote jump start post
    • Batteries, 1,000 CCA (2) 24 volt system
    • Resettable main and critical function breakers
    • Back-up alarm
    • Emergency shutdown switch
    • Heavy duty gear reduction starter
    • Product Link PRO with subscription
    • Remote jump start post
    • Resettable main and critical function breakers
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • 75 mm (3 in) High-Vis retractable seat belt, with audible alarm and indicator
    • Automatic temperature control
    • Cab, pressurized
    • Camera, rearview
    • External heated mirrors with lower parabolic
    • Ground level cab door release
    • 75 mm (3 in) retractable seat belt, with audible alarm and indicator
    • Hydraulic control lockout
    • Automatic temperature control
    • Mirror, single
    • Cab, enclosed and pressurized
    • Lunch box storage
    • Cup holders
    • Radio ready speakers
    • External heated mirrors with lower parabolic
    • Rear window defrost, electric
    • Ground level cab door release
    • Column mounted multi function control – lights, wipers, turn signal
    • Gauges: – Digital hour meter, odometer, tachometer, ground speed and direction indicator – Engine coolant temperature gauge – Fuel and Diesel Exhaust Fluid level – Hydraulic oil temperature gauge
    • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
    • Hydraulic control lockout
    • Tinted front glass
    • Interior cab lighting, door and dome
    • Wet arm wiper/washer, 2-speed and intermittent, front, lights, wipers, turn signal
    • Interior rearview mirrors (2)
    • Suspension seat, fabric
    • Lunch box storage
    • Operator warning system indicators
    • Radio ready speakers
    • Rear window defrost, electric
    • Seat-mounted controls, adjustable
    • Sliding glass on the side windows
    • Column mounted multi function control – lights, wipers, turn signal
    • Suspension seat, fabric
    • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
    • Wet arm wiper/washer, front and rear
  • OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • Large-access enclosure doors with adjustable close/open force
    • Cat optimized Z-bar linkage with parallel lift
    • Recovery hitch, with pin
    • Remote mounted lubrication points
    • Lockable compartments and enclosures
    • Large-access enclosure doors
    • Parallel lift loader linkage
    • Recovery hitch with pin
    • Remote mounted lubrication points
    • Lockable compartments and enclosures

Optional Equipment

  • Cab, deluxe (standard in Europe):
    • Automatic blower control
    • Electrically adjustable heated mirrors (2)
    • LED interior lighting
    • Secondary display to adjust settings
  • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Autolube, integrated in secondary display
    • Auxiliary flow, third and fourth function
    • Differential, limited slip, rear
    • Beacon light, strobe
    • Cab, deluxe (standard in Europe)<br>– Camera, rearview integrated into advanced display<br>– Electrically adjustable external heated mirrors (2)<br>– Secondary display to enable features and adjust parameters<br>– LED interior lighting<br>– Sunscreen, front and rear<br>– Touchscreen secondary display<br>– Ride control adjustable speed activation<br>– Preventative maintenance reminders<br>– Integrated help function (26 languages)
    • Camera, roof mounted, front view with separate display
    • Cold start package<br>– Ether starting aid, block heater and additional batteries, 1,000 CCA (4 total)
    • Counterweight, additional options
    • Coupler, (Fusion and ISO 23727)
    • Debris packages (low, medium, high)
    • Fenders (extended cover and full coverage)
    • Guarding packages
    • Linkage, high lift
    • Lights, auxiliary, halogen or LED with engine and DEF compartment lights
    • Payload Technology<br>– Cat Production Measurement (CPM)<br>– CPM Printer
    • Product Link ELITE with capabilities for software push, data logging, histogram and trend mapping
    • Radio packages
    • Rear Object Detection
    • Ride Control System, adjustable through secondary display
    • Seats<br>– Deluxe seat – fully adjustable fabric air suspension seat with mid seat backrest<br>– Premium seat – fully adjustable leather and fabric air suspension with high backrest and air lumbar support. Seat is heated and ventilated on bottom cushion and backrest.
    • Steering<br>– Dual mode and secondary
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM)
  • Cold start package:
    • Ether starting aid, block heater and additional batteries 1,000 CCA (4 in total)
  • Guards
    • Power train, (lower, side, driveshaft and crankcase)
    • Windshield and lights
    • Cylinders, tilt and steering
  • Radio packages:
    • Radio ready with Bluetooth
    • Radio, AM/FM with Bluetooth and clock
    • Radio, AM/FM with CD player deluxe, weatherband, Bluetooth and clock
  • Seats:
    • Deluxe seat – fully adjustable fabric air suspension seat with high seat backrest
    • Premium seat – fully adjustable leather and fabric air suspension with high backrest and air lumbar support. Heated and cooled bottom cushion and backrest.
  • Steering:
    • Dual mode and Secondary
  • Tires:
    • Bias ply, 17.5, 20.5-25
    • Radial, 17.5, 20.5, 23.5, 550/65, 600/65, 650/65 R25

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