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Caterpillar 938 vs Komatsu WA200-8

The Caterpillar 938 is about 48% heavier than the Komatsu WA200-8 (16,229 vs 11,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 938 has about 47% more engine power (140 kW (188 hp) vs 95 kW (127 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Komatsu in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar 938
Caterpillar Caterpillar 938
Komatsu WA200-8
Komatsu Komatsu WA200-8
Operating weight 16,229 kg (35,800 lb)11,000 kg (24,300 lb)
Engine power 140 kW (188 hp)95 kW (127 hp)
Net power ≈140 kW (188 hp)≈95 kW (127 hp)
Bucket capacity 2.5–5.0 m³ (3.3–6.5 yd³)≈1.7–2.0 m³ (2.2–2.6 yd³)
Static tipping load, full turn ≈9,860–9,950 kg (21,737–21,934 lb)—
Drive Hydrostatic—
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Strengths
  • + Largest of Cat’s small loaders — strong for aggregates
  • + Hydrostatic drive efficiency
  • + Next Gen cab and controls
  • + Cat support and resale
  • + Fuel efficient
  • + Versatile
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price
  • − Older 938M figures differ — check the generation
  • − Small for quarry work
Full 938 reviewFull WA200-8 review

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.