SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 438D vs John Deere 510D
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 438D and the John Deere 510D. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 438D73.1 kW (98 HP)
John Deere 510D74.6 kW (100 HP)
Weight
Caterpillar 438D7747.4 kg (17080 lbs)
John Deere 510D7257.5 kg (16000 lbs)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 438D7747.4 kg (17080 lbs)
John Deere 510D7257.5 kg (16000 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 438D Backhoe Loaders | John Deere 510D Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 73.1 kW (98 HP) | 74.6 kW (100 HP) |
| Weight | 7747.4 kg (17080 lbs) | 7257.5 kg (16000 lbs) |
| Transmission | Power shuttle | Helical gear |
| Pump Capacity | 163.2 LPM (43.1 GPM) | 132.5 LPM (35 GPM) |
| Lift Capacity | 3388.3 kg (7470 lbs) | 3311.2 kg (7300 lbs) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Caterpillar | John Deere |
| Engine Model | 3054 T | 4045 T |
| Gross Power | 73.1 kW (98 HP) | 74.6 kW (100 HP) |
| Net Power | 70.1 kW (94 HP) | 70.8 kW (95 HP) |
| No Of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement | 4000.1 cc (244.1 cu in) | 4522.8 cc (276 cu in) |
| Power Measured | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Capacity | 128.3 l (33.9 gal) | 128.7 l (34 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Power shuttle | 4-speed helical gear, synchronized in all four gears, collar shift with hydraulic reverser |
| No Of Forward Gears | 4 | 4 |
| No Of Reverse Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 31.9 km/h (19.8 mph) | 31.7 km/h (19.7 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 31.9 km/h (19.8 mph) | 36.4 km/h (22.6 mph) |
| Pump Type | LSPC, closed center | Radial pistons |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 163.2 LPM (43.1 GPM) | 132.5 LPM (35 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 227.5 bar (3300 psi) | 190.0 bar (2755 psi) |
| Dig Depth | 487.7 cm (192 in) | 518.2 cm (204 in) |
| Dig Depth (Extended) | 579.1 cm (228 in) | 640.1 cm (252 in) |
| Bucket Dig Force | 6672.3 kg (14710 lbs) | 5034.9 kg (11100 lbs) |
| Bucket Dig Force (E-Stick Extended) | 6613.4 kg (14580 lbs) | 5093.8 kg (11230 lbs) |
| Loading Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 396.2 cm (156 in) |
| Loading Height (Extended) | 426.7 cm (168 in) | 457.2 cm (180 in) |
| Reach At Load Height | 182.9 cm (72 in) | 731.5 cm (288 in) |
| Reach At Load Height (Extended) | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 853.4 cm (336 in) |
| Reach At Max Dump Height | 61.0 cm (24 in) | 61.0 cm (24 in) |
| Dump Height | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Reach From Swivel (Extended) | 670.6 cm (264 in) | 731.5 cm (288 in) |
| Lift Capacity At Full Height | 3388.3 kg (7470 lbs) | 3311.2 kg (7300 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 7747.4 kg (17080 lbs) | 7257.5 kg (16000 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity | 1.0 m³ (1.31 cu yds) | 1.2 m³ (1.62 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 239.5 cm (94.3 in) | 233.7 cm (92 in) |
| Bucket Breakout Force | 511896.7 kg (1128540 lbs) | 4490.6 kg (9900 lbs) |
| Reach From Swivel | 548.6 cm (216 in) | 609.6 cm (240 in) |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 304.8 cm (120 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Overall Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 396.2 cm (156 in) |
| Overall Length | 579.1 cm (228 in) | 701.0 cm (276 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 | 548.6 cm (216 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 30.5 cm (12 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Aspiration | — | Turbocharged |
| Max Torque (Net ) | — | 122.5 kg (270 lbs) |
| Torque Rise (Net ) | — | 0.25 |
| Operating Voltage | — | 12 V |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | — | 95 A |
| Oil Capacity | — | 8.7 l (2.3 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | — | 16.3 l (4.3 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | — | 79.5 l (21 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 79.5 l (21 gal) |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity | — | 3075.4 kg (6780 lbs) |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity (Extended) | — | 1642.0 kg (3620 lbs) |
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