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Caterpillar 438 Series II

Series: Caterpillar Loader Backhoe

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The Caterpillar 438 Series II belongs to the Caterpillar Loader Backhoe series. The engine delivers 84.2 hp (57.4 kW), with a displacement of 3,860.8 cm³. The wheelbase measures 2,069.6 mm. Ground clearance is 335.3 mm. The gearbox has 4 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. The pump delivers 138.2 l/min. Working pressure is 186 bar. The engine fitted is the 4,236. The Caterpillar Loader Backhoe series covers 36 models. Rated output within it ranges from 68 to 138.9 hp; the 438 Series II sits in the lower part of that range with 84.2 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 422E below it with 79.1 hp and the 420D IT above it with 89.2 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 10 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model4,236correct
Power84.2 hp (57.4 kW)correct
Displacement3,860.8 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase2,069.6correct
Ground clearance335.3correct

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears4correct

Working data

Pump flow138.2 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic pressure186correct

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 438 Series II have?

The Caterpillar 438 Series II delivers 84.2 hp.

What engine does the Caterpillar 438 Series II have?

3,861 cm³ displacement.

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Other models in this series

416 Series II

416C

416D

416E

416F

420D

420D IT

420E

420EIT

420F

420F IT

422E

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