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Caterpillar 938 vs Volvo L60H

The Caterpillar 938 is about 36% heavier than the Volvo L60H (16,000 vs 11,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 938 has about 31% more engine power (131 kW (176 hp) vs 100 kW (134 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 L60H
Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo L60H
Operating weight 16,000 kg (35,300 lb)11,750 kg (25,900 lb)
Engine power 131 kW (176 hp)100 kW (134 hp)
Net power ≈131 kW (176 hp)≈100 kW (134 hp)
Bucket capacity ≈2.5–3.4 m³ (3.3–4.4 yd³)≈1.8–2.5 m³ (2.4–3.3 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Versatile and efficient
  • + Payload option
  • + Comfortable cab
  • + Versatile TP linkage
Watch-outs
  • − Not designed for heavy quarry face loading
  • − Premium price
Full 938 reviewFull L60H 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.