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Caterpillar 926 vs Caterpillar 938

The Caterpillar 938 is about 23% heavier than the Caterpillar 926 (16,000 vs 13,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 938 has about 16% more engine power (131 kW (176 hp) vs 113 kW (152 hp)).

Caterpillar 926
Caterpillar Caterpillar 926
Caterpillar 938
Caterpillar Caterpillar 938
Operating weight 13,000 kg (28,700 lb)16,000 kg (35,300 lb)
Engine power 113 kW (152 hp)131 kW (176 hp)
Net power ≈113 kW (152 hp)≈131 kW (176 hp)
Bucket capacity ≈2.0–2.5 m³ (2.6–3.3 yd³)≈2.5–3.4 m³ (3.3–4.4 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Smooth hydrostatic drive
  • + Versatile linkage options
  • + Versatile and efficient
  • + Payload option
Watch-outs
  • − Smaller bucket for quarry work
  • − Not designed for heavy quarry face loading
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.