SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 438 Series II vs Caterpillar 438C
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 438 Series II and the Caterpillar 438C. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 438 Series II61.9 kW (83 HP)
Caterpillar 438C66.4 kW (89 HP)
Weight
Caterpillar 438 Series II7361.8 kg (16230 lbs)
Caterpillar 438C7561.4 kg (16670 lbs)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 438 Series II7361.8 kg (16230 lbs)
Caterpillar 438C7561.4 kg (16670 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 438 Series II Backhoe Loaders | Caterpillar 438CBackhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 61.9 kW (83 HP) | 66.4 kW (89 HP) |
| Weight | 7361.8 kg (16230 lbs) | 7561.4 kg (16670 lbs) |
| Pump Capacity | 138.2 LPM (36.5 GPM) | 162.0 LPM (42.8 GPM) |
| Lift Capacity | 2363.2 kg (5210 lbs) | — |
| Engine Manufacturer | Caterpillar | Caterpillar |
| Engine Model | 4.2359999999999998 | 3054 |
| Gross Power | 61.9 kW (83 HP) | 66.4 kW (89 HP) |
| Net Power | 57.4 kW (77 HP) | 63.4 kW (85 HP) |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement | 3860.8 cc (235.6 cu in) | 4000.1 cc (244.1 cu in) |
| No Of Forward Gears | 4 | 4 |
| No Of Reverse Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 30.6 km/h (19 mph) | 31.5 km/h (19.6 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 30.7 km/h (19.1 mph) | 31.5 km/h (19.6 mph) |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 138.2 LPM (36.5 GPM) | 162.0 LPM (42.8 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 186.2 bar (2700 psi) | 206.8 bar (3000 psi) |
| Dig Depth | 487.7 cm (192 in) | 487.7 cm (192 in) |
| Dig Depth (Extended) | 609.6 cm (240 in) | 579.1 cm (228 in) |
| Bucket Dig Force | 4994.0 kg (11010 lbs) | — |
| Bucket Dig Force (E-Stick Extended) | 4907.9 kg (10820 lbs) | — |
| Loading Height | 335.3 cm (132 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Loading Height (Extended) | 426.7 cm (168 in) | 426.7 cm (168 in) |
| Reach At Max Dump Height | 91.4 cm (36 in) | 91.4 cm (36 in) |
| Dump Height | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Reach From Swivel (Extended) | 670.6 cm (264 in) | 670.6 cm (264 in) |
| Lift Capacity At Full Height | 2363.2 kg (5210 lbs) | — |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity | 1678.3 kg (3700 lbs) | — |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity (Extended) | 966.2 kg (2130 lbs) | — |
| Operating Weight | 7361.8 kg (16230 lbs) | 7561.4 kg (16670 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity | 1.0 m³ (1.31 cu yds) | 1.0 m³ (1.31 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 239.5 cm (94.3 in) | 239.5 cm (94.3 in) |
| Bucket Breakout Force | 364039.3 kg (802570 lbs) | 513937.9 kg (1133040 lbs) |
| Reach From Swivel | 548.6 cm (216 in) | 579.1 cm (228 in) |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 304.8 cm (120 in) |
| Overall Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Overall Length | 579.1 cm (228 in) | 579.1 cm (228 in) |
| Overall Width | 243.8 cm (96 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Wheelbase | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Turning Radius | 396.2 cm (156 in) | 823.0 cm (324 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 30.5 cm (12 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Transmission | — | Power Shuttle |
| No Of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Aspiration | — | Turbocharged |
| Power Measured | — | 2200 RPM |
| Torque Rise (Net ) | — | 0.24 |
| Operating Voltage | — | 12 V |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | — | 52 A |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 128.3 l (33.9 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 7.6 l (2 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | — | 22.0 l (5.8 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | — | 79.1 l (20.9 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) |
| Front Axle Oil Capacity | — | 7.6 l (2 gal) |
| Rear Axle Oil Capacity | — | 24.2 l (6.4 gal) |
| Transmission Type | — | Power Shuttle |
| Pump Type | — | Piston |
| Reach At Load Height | — | 182.9 cm (72 in) |
| Reach At Load Height (Extended) | — | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
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