Overview
The IT38G's state-of-the-art design and superior quality maximizes productivity and delivers excellent breakout force, fast load and cycle times, and precise maneuvering for top all-around performance. In addition, the 8-bar linkage provides parallel lift throughout the entire lifting range.
Specifications
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | — |
| Operating Weight | — |
| Bucket Capacities | 2.2 to 2.5 m3 : 2.9 to 3.3 yd3 |
Benefits & Features
Specifications
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | — |
| Engine Model | Cat? 3126 DITA |
| Net Power - 80/1269/EEC | — |
| Flywheel Power | — |
| Maximum Flywheel Power | — |
| Net Power - SAE J1349 | — |
| Flywheel Power - DIN 70020 | 166 |
| Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - Net | — |
| Total Torque Rise | — |
| Bore | — |
| Stroke | — |
| Displacement | — |
| Operating Weight | — |
| Bucket Capacities | 2.2 to 2.5 m3 : 2.9 to 3.3 yd3 |
| Maximum Bucket Capacity | — |
| Dump Clearance | — |
| Static Tipping Load - Full Turn | — |
| Breakout Force | — |
| Forward - 1 | — |
| Forward - 2 | — |
| Forward - 3 | — |
| Forward - 4 | — |
| Reverse - 1 | — |
| Reverse - 2 | — |
| Reverse - 3 | — |
| Bucket/Work Tool System - Relief Valve Setting | — |
| Steering System - Pump Type | Full hydraulic power steering |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise | — |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump | — |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down | — |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | — |
| Brakes | Full-hyrdaulic actuated, oil-disc |
| Front | Fixed front |
| Rear | Oscillating rear (? 13?) |
| Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall | — |
| Fuel Tank - Standard | — |
| Cooling System | — |
| Crankcase | — |
| Transmission | — |
| Differential - Final Drives - Front | — |
| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | — |
| Hydraulic System - Including Tank | — |
| Hydraulic Tank | — |
| Height - Top of ROPS | — |
| Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | — |
| Height - Top of Hood | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| B-Pin Height - Standard | — |
| Centerline Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | — |
| Wheel Base | — |
| Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | — |
Benefits & Features
Engine
Performance
The 3126 DITA Engine develops flywheel power and meets all current, and proposed worldwide emissions standards.
Torque Rise
The unit fuel system increases fuel as the engine lugs back from rated sped, resulting in greater engine torque rise.
Turbocharger
New waste gate design enhances performance and engine efficiency.
Jacket Water Aftercooler
Jacket water aftercooler cools combustion air from the turbocharger for more efficient combustion, reducing smoke and emissions. This also extends piston ring and engine bore life.
Air Intake Heating
Air intake heating (optional on some configurations) eases cold starts.
Unit Injectors
Individual, high-pressure unit injectors atomize fuel efficiently for fast response, increased fuel economy with low emissions.
Fuel Pre-Filter and Water Separator Element
Fuel pre-filter and water separator element combined with two high efficiency micron fuel filters, in series, ensure excellent fuel cleanliness, provide extended injector life, fuel system durability, and protection.
Camshaft Roller Followers
Camshaft roller followers reduce wear and frictional power losses for durability and fuel economy. Followers and pushrods can be replaced without removing the camshaft.
Pistons
Two-piece, articulated pistons with forged steel crown and forged aluminum skirt provide durability, lower engine sounds levels, enhanced fuel efficiency with improved thermal and structural capability.
Crankshaft
The crankshaft is forged and induction hardened for long-term durability.
Engine Block Design
The deep skirt engine block design ensures rigidity and reduces vibration.
Oil
Caterpillar engine oil is formulated to optimize engine life and performance and is strongly recommended for use in Cat diesel engines.
Parts
A large choice of factory remanufactured parts reduce total repair costs.
Hydraulics
Controls
Low-effort hydraulic contols allow the operator to precisely maneuver bucket lift and tilt.
XT Hose and Couplings
Caterpillar XT hose and couplings (2) are uniquely designed and tested to work together as a system for superior performance.
Ride Control
This optional Caterpillar system uses a nitrogen-oil accumulator in the hydraulic lift circuit that acts as a shock absorber.
Miscellaneous
Pressure taps allow quick diagnosis of the hydraulic system. As well, sampling valves provide easy access to hydraulic oil for analysis.
Steering
Load sensing steering maximizes machine performance by directing power through the steering system only when needed.
Hydraulic Oil
Caterpillar hydraulic oil offers maximum protection against mechanical and corrosive wear in all hydraulic systems.
Standard Third Valve
This valve is an integral part of the quick coupler feature.
Optional Fourth Valve
By using a switch in the cab, the operator can use the tilt lever to control the fourth valve.
Operator Station
Operator Comfort
The IT38G cab is a spacious and comfortable work environment that promotes productive operation. The new cab includes larger windows, better ergonomics and generous storage areas.
Viewing
Larger windows improve the viewing area in all directions.
Automatic Shift Control
Automatic shift control allows the operator to concentrate on the work, not gear selection.
Kickdown Button
The quick kickdown button lets the operator downshift easily to a lower gear, saving time, increasing bucket fill factors and lowering cycle times.
Bucket Control
Pilot-assisted hydraulic bucket control makes low-effort operation possible.
Wrist Rest
The padded, adjustable wrist rest helps reduce fatigue.
Steering
The load-sensing, steering system with flow amplification matches steering response to application requirements.
Brake Pedals
Dual suspended brake pedals serve brake and transmission neutralizer functions (left pedal only for neutralizer) so the operator can maintain high engine rpm for full hydraulic flow.
Storage
Generous storage space includes: lockable compartment for personal items; a coat hook; molded compartments for lunchbox, cooler, thermos, cup or can.
Ventilation
The ventilation is improved for better air flow to the operator and windows. Six repositioned vents throughout the cab keep air flowing.
Third Valve Control
Third valve control for actuating the quick coupler pin to retain attachments, or for controlling the hydraulic flow when using powered attachments.
Ride Control Switch
The ride control switch allows the selection of three different modes.
Operator's Choice
Two-position return-to-work kickout switch allows the operator to choose between return-to-work positions for two different attchments.
Radio-Ready
Radio-ready means this cab includes a 12-volt converter, two speakers, antenna, wiring and brackets for entertainment radio installation.
Seat Options
Seat options include the standard seat with adjustable fore/aft position, seatback angle, lumbar support, bottom cushion height, armrest angle and suspension stiffness.
Other Options
Other options are available for the IT38G operator station.
Factory Installed Work Tools
Pallet Forks
Fork configurations are as varied as the applications they serve.
Material Handling Arm
The material handling arm provides a boom for placing material form overhead, great for lowering pipes or beams into position on construction projects.
Material Handling Buckets
Material handling buckets are designed for excellent performance in stockpile applications. Flat floor design. Bolt-on cutting edges are standard.
Work Tools
High Dump Buckets
The high dump buckets are ideal for loading stockpiled, light material into high sided trucks or hoppers.
Grab and Grip Buckets
Grab and grip buckets load materials ordinary buckets can't reach; serrated jaws surround and capture materials on the sides and from below.
Side-Dump Buckets
Side-dump buckets permit loaders to operate in congested worksites. Also dumps forward like a conventional bucket.
Forks
Logging, millyard and lumber forks are the ideal tools for handling a variety of materials.
Other Work Tools
Other work tools include rakes, tire loaders and brooms.
Other Available Buckets
Other available buckets are: woodchip; coal; fertilizer; light material; rock; sand and gravel; landfill/refuse; multi-purpose.
Serviceability
Maintenance
Maintenance has never been more accessible than on G-Series machines.
Service Door
Lockable, ground level service door on the right side gives quick access to engine oil fill and dipstick, coolant sight gauge, air filter indicator, rear grease fittings, and main battery disconnect switch.
Fuel Tank
The fuel tank provides extra capacity for long work days.
Grease Fittings
Grouped remote grease fittings allow ground level access for lubricating tilt and steering cylinder pins and rear axle oxcillation bearings.
Fluid Filters
Caterpillar fluid filters are especially designed to assure maximum component life.
Fuel Filters
Cat high efficiency fuel filters feature cellulose/synthetic blend media that remove particles that are two microns or larger, maximizing fuel injector life.
Air Filters
Caterpillar Radial Seal air filters do not require tools to service, reducing maintenance time.
Extended Life Coolant
Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant allows extended change intervals.
Batteries
Caterpillar maintenance-free, high output batteries are designed for high cranking power and maximum protection against vibration.
Radiator
Individual Multi-Row Modular core radiator reduces time to repair or replace the radiator.
Electronic Technician Service Tool
The Electronic Technician provides self diagnostics of the Traction Control System, transmission and Payload Control System to allow effective and efficient troubleshooting by service personnel.
Hood
The sloped hood, electrically activated, tilts up for complete access to the engine, cooling system and other major components.
Sampling Valves
Sampling valve allow quick, clean access to engine, transmission and hydraulic oils, and provide the most representative oil samples for analysis.
Oil Performance
Caterpillar engine, transmission and hydraulic oils deliver maximum performance and service life.
Factory Remanufactured Parts
A large choice of factory remanufactured parts and dealer proposed repair options increases machine availability and reduces repair cost.
Customer Service
Customer Support Agreements
Cat Dealers offer a variety of product support agreements. Dealers will work with customers to develop a plan that best meets specific needs.
Selection
Make detailed comparisons of the machines under consideration before purchase.
Purchase
Look past the initial price. Consider the financing options available as well as day-to-day operating costs.
Operation
Improving operating techniques can boost profits.
Maintenance
Choose from a wide range of maintenance services at the time a machine is purchased.
Replacement
Repair, rebuild or replace? Cat Dealers can help evaluate the cost involved so the right choice can be made.
Product Support
Cat Dealers utilize a worldwide computer network to find in-stock parts to minimize machine down time.
Power Train
Axles and Brakes
Heavy duty axles and brakes are designed to last in all kinds of operating conditions.
Power Shift Transmission
Power shift transmission with automatic shift capability is designed and built by caterpillar.
Maintenance
Easy maintenance is designed into the transmission.
Optional Traction Control System
Optional Traction Control System is a state-of-the-art Caterpillar electronic system.
Differentials
Optional limited-slip differentials and NoSPIN rear differentials are also available to deliver traction in poor underfoot conditions.
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Standard Equipment
- Electrical
- Alarm, back-up
- Alternator (50-amp)
- Batteries (heavy duty, maintenance free, 950 CCA)
- Converter, 12-volt
- Ignition key start/stop switch
- Lightinh system, Halogen (six total)
- Main disconnect switch
- Starter, electric, (heavy duty)
- Starting, and charging system (24-volt)
- Operator Enviroment
- Cab, pressurized and sound suppressed, rollover protective structure (ROPS)
- Cigar lighter and ashtray
- Coat hook
- Control, work tool lever lockout
- Cup and thermos holders
- Heater and defroster
- Horn, electric (steering wheel mounted)
- Implement lever lockout
- Instrumentation, Gauges
- Light, dome (cab)
- Mirrors, rearview (inside mounted)
- Radio ready cab, includes antenna, speakers and converter (12-volt, 5-amp)
- Seat, cloth, KAB (adjustable backrest, armrest, lumbar support)
- Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
- Socket (12-volt)
- Steering column. adjustable angle
- Storage box, lockable
- Warning indicators
- Windshield washers/wipers, wet-arm (front and rear), intermittent front wiper
- Power Train
- Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed wet-disc
- Engine, Cat 3126 turbocharged and aftercooled diesel
- Fan, radiator cooling, hydraulically driven
- Filters, fuel, primary and secondary (in series)
- Fuel priming aid
- Fuel/water separator
- Muffler
- Precleaner, engine air intake
- Radiator, multi-row (six) modular (IMRM)
- Switch, transmission neutralizer on/off
- Torque converter
- Transmission, countershaft, automatic power shift (4F/3R), with fully automatic speed range control and quick gear kickdown button
- Hydraulics
- Controls, pilot hydraulic
- Diagnostic connectors, hydraulic
- Steering, load-sensing hydraulic
- Valve, diverter, hydraulic control of third valve flow between quick coupler and attachments
- Valve, third
- Other Standard Equipment
- Antifreeze, extended life, protection to -34°C (-29°F)
- Counterweight
- Fenders, front and rear
- Guard, bottom (crankcase, fuel tank, oil pan)
- Hitch, drawbar with pin
- Hood, non-metallic one piece
- Indicators
- Kickout, lift, automatic
- Kickouts (2), return to work, adjustable
- Linkage, sealed 8-bar parallel lift
- Quick coupler, hydraulically actuated
- Valves, oil sampling
- Vandalism protection caplocks
- Tires, Rims, and Wheels
- An allowance for tires is included in the base machine price.
Optional Equipment
- Differentials
- NoSPIN (rear only) - 2 kg (4 lb)
- Limited slip (front) - 4 kg (9 lb)
- Limited slip (rear) - 4 kg (9 lb)
- Starting aids
- Air intake heater - 2 kg (4 lb)
- Engine coolant heater, 120-volt, 220-volt - 1 kg (2 lb)
- Ether starting aid - 1 kg (2 lb)
- Receptacle, 120-volt, 220-volt - 3 kg (7 lb)
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