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Caterpillar 938 vs Volvo L150H

The Volvo L150H is about 56% heavier than the Caterpillar 938 (25,000 vs 16,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Volvo L150H has about 69% more engine power (222 kW (298 hp) vs 131 kW (176 hp)).

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

Caterpillar 938
Caterpillar Caterpillar 938
Volvo machine similar to the Volvo L150H (related model may be pictured)
Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo L150H
Operating weight 16,000 kg (35,300 lb)25,000 kg (55,100 lb)
Engine power 131 kW (176 hp)222 kW (298 hp)
Net power ≈131 kW (176 hp)≈222 kW (298 hp)
Bucket capacity ≈2.5–3.4 m³ (3.3–4.4 yd³)≈3.4–8.0 m³ (4.4–10.5 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Versatile and efficient
  • + Payload option
  • + Efficient OptiShift
  • + Comfortable cab
Watch-outs
  • − Not designed for heavy quarry face loading
  • − Premium price
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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.