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Caterpillar 938 vs Volvo L90H

The Caterpillar 938 and Volvo L90H are almost identical in operating weight (about 16,000 and 15,750 kg).

Engine output is effectively the same on both machines.

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 L90H
Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo L90H
Operating weight 16,000 kg (35,300 lb)15,750 kg (34,700 lb)
Engine power 131 kW (176 hp)129 kW (173 hp)
Net power ≈131 kW (176 hp)≈129 kW (173 hp)
Bucket capacity ≈2.5–3.4 m³ (3.3–4.4 yd³)≈2.5–3.5 m³ (3.3–4.6 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Versatile and efficient
  • + Payload option
  • + OptiShift fuel savings
  • + Good all-rounder
Watch-outs
  • − Not designed for heavy quarry face loading
  • − Higher cost than some rivals
Full 938 reviewFull L90H 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.