Cat 938K vs Volvo L90H
The Cat 938K is the heavier machine, at 15.3 t against 15.1 t, and the Cat 938K has more power (136 kW against 134 kW).
The Cat 938K is ahead on: more power, more torque, more hydraulic flow. The Volvo L90H is ahead on: dumps higher, reaches higher, bigger bucket or body, lifts or carries more, bigger fuel tank, faster, turns tighter, narrower to transport, lower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat 938K and the Volvo L90H drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Cat 938K | Volvo L90H |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 15,282 kg | 15,120 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 140 kW+4% | 134 kW |
| Max torqueHigher is better | 912 Nm+14% | 800 Nm |
| Dump clearance at max liftHigher is better | 2.822 m | 2.9 m+3% |
| Hinge pin height (max lift)Higher is better | 3.969 m | 4.04 m+2% |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 2.7 m³ | 2.8 m³+4% |
| Static tipping load (straight)Higher is better | 11,312 kg | 11,780 kg+4% |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 190 L/min+11% | 171 L/min |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 195 L | 222 L+14% |
| Top speedHigher is better | 40 km/h | 50 km/h+25% |
| Turning radius (outside of tyres)Lower is better | 5.546 m | 5.43 m+2% |
| Width over tyresLower is better | 2.693 m | 2.49 m+8% |
| Height to top of cabLower is better | 3.34 m | 3.28 m+2% |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Angles
Weight
Engine
Performance
Hydraulics
Transmission
Tyres
Service capacities
Service intervals
Sources: Cat 938K Wheel Loader specifications AEHQ7682-01 (04-2021) (AME, AUZ, CIS, LACD, Southeast Asia, Turkey) · Volvo L90H product guide (Tier 2/Tier 3 markets) Ref. 20061992_C, 2026.01
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat 938K vs Volvo L90H: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat 938K or Volvo L90H?
By operating weight the Cat 938K is the biggest at 15.3 t, then the Volvo L90H at 15.1 t.
Which has more power, the Cat 938K or Volvo L90H?
The Cat 938K: Cat 938K 140 kW (188 hp), Volvo L90H 134 kW (180 hp) (gross power), a 4% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Cat 938K or Volvo L90H?
The Volvo L90H: Cat 938K 2.7 m³, Volvo L90H 2.8 m³ (bucket capacity), a 4% difference.
Which lifts or carries more, the Cat 938K or Volvo L90H?
The Volvo L90H: Cat 938K 11,312 kg, Volvo L90H 11,780 kg (static tipping load (straight)), a 4% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Cat 938K or Volvo L90H?
The Volvo L90H: Cat 938K 195 L, Volvo L90H 222 L (fuel tank), a 14% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Cat 938K or Volvo L90H?
The Volvo L90H: Cat 938K 5.546 m, Volvo L90H 5.43 m (turning radius (outside of tyres)), a 2% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Cat 938K or Volvo L90H?
The Volvo L90H: Cat 938K 2.693 m, Volvo L90H 2.49 m (width over tyres), a 8% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
