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Overview

Move more with Caterpillar’s ultra-capacity bagasse bucket, dedicated to stockpiling material at the mill or a patented quick loading Performance Series bucket for digging terraces in the field.

Engine

Units:
Maximum Gross Power 188.0 HP 140.0 kW Less
Rated Net Power - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Speed Range 1-3*) 169.0 HP 126.0 kW Less
Engine Model Cat® C7.1 Cat® C7.1 Less
Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 173.0 HP 129.0 kW Less
Rated Net Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) (Standard Power Mode: Speed Range 1-3*) 173.0 HP 127.0 kW Less
Maximum Gross Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 (DIN) (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 175.0 HP 129.0 kW Less
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 672.0 ft-lb 912.0 N·m Less
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 641.0 ft-lb 870.0 N·m Less
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 660.0 ft-lb 896.0 N·m Less
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 646.0 ft-lb 876.0 N·m Less
Rated Net Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1349 (Performance Power Mode: Speed Range 1-4) 182.0 HP 136.0 kW Less
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 653.0 ft-lb 886.0 N·m Less
Displacement (Performance Power Mode: Speed Range 1-4) 427.0 in³ 7.01 l Less
Note (2) *Range 4 power is boosted to be the same as Performance Mode. *Range 4 power is boosted to be the same as Performance Mode. Less
Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 188.0 HP 140.0 kW Less
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 (Standard Power Mode: Range 1-3*) 634.0 ft-lb 860.0 N·m Less
Displacement (Standard Power Mode: Speed Range 1-3*) 427.0 in³ 7.01 l Less
Rated Net Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) (Performance Power Mode: Speed Range 1-4) 188.0 HP 138.0 kW Less
Emissions Engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/Stage IIIA Engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/Stage IIIA Less
Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 (DIN) (Performance Power Mode: Range 1-4) 190.0 HP 140.0 kW Less
Note (1) Net power shown is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator and air cleaner. Net power shown is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator and air cleaner. Less

Buckets

Bucket Capacities 2.5-3.2 m³ (3.2-4.2 yd³) 2.5-3.2 m³ (3.2-4.2 yd³) Less
Bucket Capacities - General Purpose 2.5-3.2 m³ (3.2-4.2 yd³) 2.5-3.2 m³ (3.2-4.2 yd³) Less
Bucket Capacities - Light Material 3.1-5.5 m³ (4.0-7.5 yd³) 3.1-5.5 m³ (4.0-7.5 yd³) Less

Weights

Operating Weight 34268.0 lb 15548.0 kg Less
Operating Weight - With 5.5 m³ (7.5 yd³) Bucket Size 35428.0 lb 16075.0 kg Less
Operating Weight - With 2.7 m³ (3.5 yd³) Bucket Size 34268.0 lb 15548.0 kg Less

Cab

ROPS ISO 3471:2008 ISO 3471:2008 Less
FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level II ISO 3449:2005 Level II Less
Note Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard. Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard. Less

Steering

Maximum Steering Torque - 0° (Straight Machine) 42506.0 ft-lb 57630.0 N·m Less
Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - At 1,800 rpm: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed 2.2 s 2.2 s Less
Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump 3500.0 psi 24130.0 kPa Less
Maximum Flow - Steering Pump 34.0 gal/min 130.0 l/min Less
Maximum Steering Torque - 40° (Full Turn) 31398.0 ft-lb 42570.0 N·m Less
Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left 3.1 turns 3.1 turns Less
Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction 40° 40° Less

Transmission

Forward and Reverse - Range 4 25.0 mile/h 40.0 km/h Less
Forward and Reverse - Range 3 17.0 mile/h 27.0 km/h Less
Forward and Reverse - Range 2 8.0 mile/h 13.0 km/h Less
Forward and Reverse - Range 1* 1-13 km/h (0.6-8 mph) 1-13 km/h (0.6-8 mph) Less
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). *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). Less

Loader Hydraulic System

Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd Function Maximum Working Pressure 4061.0 psi 28000.0 kPa Less
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level 2.7 s 2.7 s Less
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height 1.3 s 1.3 s Less
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function* 50.0 gal/min 190.0 l/min Less
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level 2.7 s 2.7 s Less
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height 1.5 s 1.5 s Less
Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump 4061.0 psi 28000.0 kPa Less
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 4th Function Maximum Working Pressure 4061.0 psi 28000.0 kPa Less
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift 5.6 s 5.6 s Less
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Total Cycle Time 10.5 s 10.5 s Less
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Standard Mode at 1,600 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift 6.3 s 6.3 s Less
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump 50.0 gal/min 190.0 l/min Less
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Performance Mode at 1,800 rpm - Total Cycle Time 9.6 s 9.6 s Less
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder 4351.0 psi 30000.0 kPa Less
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4th Function Maximum Flow* 40.0 gal/min 150.0 l/min Less
Note *Adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the secondary display, when equipped. *Adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the secondary display, when equipped. Less

Service Refill Capacities

Axles - Rear 9.2 gal (US) 35.0 l Less
Fuel Tank 51.5 gal (US) 195.0 l Less
Transmission - Gear Box 2.9 gal (US) 11.0 l Less
Hydraulic Tank 23.8 gal (US) 90.0 l Less
Engine Crankcase 5.2 gal (US) 19.5 l Less
Cooling System 8.5 gal (US) 32.0 l Less
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 44.9 gal (US) 170.0 l Less
Axles - Front 9.2 gal (US) 35.0 l Less

Sound

Note (2) The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed, with the cab doors and cab windows closed. The cab was properly installed and maintained. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed, with the cab doors and cab windows closed. The cab was properly installed and maintained. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds. Less
Note (1) The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 72 dB(A) when “ISO 6396:2008” is used to measure the value for an enclosed cab. The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 72 dB(A) when “ISO 6396:2008” is used to measure the value for an enclosed cab. Less
Note (3) The declared exterior sound power level is 104 dB(A) when the value is measured according to the dynamic test procedures and the conditions that are specified in “ISO 6395:2008.” The declared exterior sound power level is 104 dB(A) when the value is measured according to the dynamic test procedures and the conditions that are specified in “ISO 6395:2008.” Less

Axles

Rear Oscillating ±7 degrees; Open differential (standard); Limited slip differential (optional in some regions) Oscillating ±7 degrees; Open differential (standard); Limited slip differential (optional in some regions) Less
Front Fixed; Locking differential (standard) Fixed; Locking differential (standard) Less

Tires

Standard Size 620/75R26, Radial, Agricultural 620/75R26, Radial, Agricultural Less
Other Choices Vary by Region 750/65R26, Radial, Agricultural 750/65R26, Radial, Agricultural Less

Attachments

Flat Floor Buckets - Performance Series
2.5 m3 (3.2 yd3), Pin On, Bolt-On Cutting Edge 2.9 m3 (3.8 yd3), Pin On, Welded on Teeth
Grading Buckets
1.8 m3 (2.40 yd3), ISO
Multi-Purpose Buckets
2.7 m3 (3.5 yd3) Fusion™, Bolt-On Cutting Edge 2.7 m3 (3.5 yd3) Pin On, Bolt-On Cutting Edge
Log & Lumber Fork Carriages
1702 mm (68 in) 1705 mm (68 in) 1827 mm (72 in) 1869 mm (74 in) 2174 mm (86 in) 2659 mm (105 in) 2812 mm (111 in)
Millyard Forks
2185 mm (86 in), Fusion™
Pipe & Pole Forks
2559 mm (101 in) 2559 mm (101 in)

Work Made Easy

Move more with Caterpillar's ultra-capacity bagasse bucket, dedicated to stockpiling material at the mill or a patented quick loading Performance Series bucket for digging terraces in the field.
The 938K Sugarcane Handler is built to handle a high temperature and high debris environment, with a cyclonic pre-filter and on-demand hydraulically driven reversing fan as standard.

Enjoy All Day Comfort

Have a seat in the 938K Sugarcane Handler and enjoy excellent all around visibility and low-effort joystick controls that move with you on a fully adjustable seat suspension. A large spacious operator environment combined with Caterpillar's exclusive hydraulic cylinder damping and smooth predictable controls make this the most comfortable seat on your job site.

Efficiently Powerful

For tough and demanding sugarcane applications the purpose-built power train of the 938K Sugarcane Handler includes a high torque axle paired with high flotation agricultural tires. Combined with an intelligent hydrostatic transmission and maximum engine speed of 1,800 rpm, allows you to move more material while enjoying industry leading fuel savings.

Customize Your Experience

Meet your application requirements and individual preferences with Caterpillar's industry first Hystat Operator Modes featuring unique power train settings. Select classic Torque Converter for smooth roll-out, or conventional Hystat for aggressive engine braking. Fine tune machine performance by adjusting wheel torque when working in muddy fields or maximize torque when climbing a mountain of bagasse.

938K Sugarcane Handler Standard Equipment

POWER TRAIN
  • Auto idle shut down feature
  • Axles – high torque
    • Differential lock, front
    • Open, rear
  • Cat C7.1 engine
    • Engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to Tier 3/Stage IIIA
    • Power modes (Standard and Performance)
    • Power by range (High Power in Range 4)
    • Turbocharged and aftercooled
    • Filtered crankcase breather
  • Coded start (requires secondary display)
  • Enclosed wet disc full hydraulic brakes
  • Fuel priming pump, automatic
  • Hydrostatic transmission with electronic control
    • Operator modes (Default, TC, Hystat, and Ice)
    • Directional Shift Aggressiveness (fast, medium, slow)
    • Rimpull control, adjust wheel torque
    • Creeper control, adjust ground speed
  • Parking brake, electric
  • Single plane cooling package wide six fins per inch density
  • Throttle lock and max speed limiter
  • High flotation 620/75R26 agriculture tires

HYDRAULICS
  • Automatic lift and bucket 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) in fork mode
  • Hydraulic response setting (fast, medium, slow)
  • Hydraulic diagnostic connectors and S·O·SSM ports
  • Load sensing hydraulics and steering

ELECTRICAL
  • Alternator, 115 amp, heavy duty
  • 12V power supply in cab (2)
  • Batteries, 1,000 CCA (2) 24V system, disconnect switch
  • Back-up alarm
  • Emergency shutdown switch
  • Halogen work and roading lights, LED rear tail lights
  • Remote jump start post
  • Resettable main and critical function breakers

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • 75 mm (3 in) retractable seat belt, with audible alarm and indicator
  • Automatic temperature control
  • External mirrors with lower parabolic
  • Hydraulic control lockout
  • Interior cab lighting, door and dome
  • Interior rearview mirrors (2)
  • Lunch box storage
  • Radio ready speakers
  • Rear window defrost, electric
  • Seat-mounted electronic implement controls, adjustable
  • Column mounted multi function control – lights, wipers, turn signal
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Tinted front glass
  • Wet arm wiper/washer, 2-speed and intermittent, front

OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
  • Debris package (medium)
    • Reversing fan, hydraulically driven on-demand
    • Cyclonic engine air precleaner
  • Large-access enclosure doors with adjustable close/open force
  • Parallel lift loader linkage

938K Sugarcane Handler Optional Equipment

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
  • Auto lube, integrated in secondary display
  • Auxiliary flow, third and fourth function, adjustable through secondary display
  • Beacon light, strobe
  • Cab
    • Secondary display to enable features and adjust parameters
    • Sunscreen, front and rear
  • Camera, rearview
  • Cat Production Measurement (CPM) – fully integrated scale system, with optional printer
  • Cold start package
  • Corrosion protection package
  • Counterweight, (heavy and logger)
  • Guarding, machine
  • Lights, auxiliary, halogen or LED with engine compartment lights
  • Cat DETECT with Object Detection
  • Product Link™ PRO and ELITE with capabilities for software push, data logging, histogram and trend mapping
  • Radio packages
  • Ride Control System, adjustable through secondary display
  • Seats
    • Deluxe seat – fully adjustable fabric air suspension seat with mid backrest and mechanical lumbar support
    • 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
    • Dual mode and secondary
  • NOTE: Not all features are available in all regions.