{"id":24225,"date":"2019-01-16T11:08:13","date_gmt":"2019-01-16T01:08:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/?p=24225"},"modified":"2022-08-25T14:45:50","modified_gmt":"2022-08-25T04:45:50","slug":"equipment-focus-cat-loader-930k","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/equipment-focus-cat-loader-930k\/","title":{"rendered":"Equipment Focus: Cat Loader 930K"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no doubt the Cat loader is one of the most popular machines in the industry. Offering more than 30 different machines in their current ranges, across all sizes, it\u2019s no wonder Caterpillar dominates most construction sites. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compared to skid steers and compact wheel loaders on worksites, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/caterpillar\/930k\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat loader 930K<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may seem large, but Cat has classified these loaders against monster minesite machines. This is why Cat defines the 930K as a \u201csmall wheel loader\u201d. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re on the hunt for a wheel loader, checkout these <\/span><a href=\"\/mag\/11-tips-buying-wheel-loader\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11 tips for finding the right wheel loader<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Otherwise, let\u2019s move straight onto the Cat loader 930K!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat Loader 930K Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24228\" src=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100018\/930k-1-e1547596936720-300x254.jpg\" alt=\"Cat 930K loader\" width=\"450\" height=\"381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100018\/930k-1-e1547596936720-300x254.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100018\/930k-1-e1547596936720-768x651.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100018\/930k-1-e1547596936720-1024x868.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100018\/930k-1-e1547596936720-500x424.jpg 500w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100018\/930k-1-e1547596936720.jpg 1444w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduced to the market in 2012, the 930K Cat loader is part of the K Series, designed to set the standard for productivity, fuel efficiency (up to 30% over the H Series) and operator comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related:<\/strong><a href=\"\/mag\/cat-release-new-990k-aggregate-handler\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check Out The New Cat 990K Aggregate Handler<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few years later, at the end of 2014, the K series received an update with some changes to the original design: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A new Z-bar loader linkage system that replicates parallel lift<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Updated programming to initiate 3 new modes including<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hystat Mode <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torque Converter Mode<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ice Mode<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Updated deluxe cab<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And more (see the Features section of this article)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Cat Loader 930K in Action<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/j10UGELrgdY\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">Disclaimer: The loader in this clip may be an overseas model, the Australian model may vary from above.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat 930K Specs: Standard Mode &amp; Lift<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Maximum Gross Power:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 160 HP<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Engine:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cat C7.1 ACERT<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2122<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Operating Weight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 13,135 kg<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Reach (Bucket at 45 Degrees):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1033 mm<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Breakout:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 12,891 kg<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tipping Load (Straight):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 9,805 kg <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tipping Load (Full Turn):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 8,477 kg <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cat.com\/en_AU\/products\/new\/equipment\/wheel-loaders\/small-wheel-loaders\/1000016200.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See all Cat 930K loader specs here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat 930K Price<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caterpillar 930K models list on Machines4U between $135,000 and $248,000, averaging at $190,113. The current average price of a 930K listing is $174,669*.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat 930K Features<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/caterpillar\/930k\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">930K Cat loader for sale<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019re going to want to check out its main features. Take a look below for the 5 main features Caterpillar focused on when designing the 930K loader:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Z-bar linkage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cab &amp; controls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Powertrain system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Powerful hydraulics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serviceability<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Z-Bar Linkage<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24229\" src=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100022\/930K-2-e1547597013426-300x234.jpg\" alt=\"z-bar linkage Cat loader 930K\" width=\"430\" height=\"335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100022\/930K-2-e1547597013426-300x234.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100022\/930K-2-e1547597013426-768x598.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100022\/930K-2-e1547597013426-1024x797.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100022\/930K-2-e1547597013426-500x389.jpg 500w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100022\/930K-2-e1547597013426.jpg 1627w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOptimised Parallel Lift Z-bar Linkage combines the digging efficiency of a traditional Z-bar with tool carrier capabilities for superior performance and flexibility.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014Caterpillar <\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A key to optimising the performance of a wheel loader lies within its linkage. In the Cat 930K loader, the Z-bar linkage provides parallel lift and high tilt forces which gives you more precise control when handling loads throughout the working range. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to its design, the Z-bar linkage also offers outstanding operator visibility. This is thanks to the lining up of the hydraulic lines, the linkage structure and the width of the lever all in the same spot to maximise visibility. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Z-bar has also been designed to maintain mechanical advantage and high-hydraulic tilt forces, so you can put all that material into the truck much easier. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Spacious Cab &amp; Effortless Controls<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24231\" src=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100030\/930K-4-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Cat loader 930K cab\" width=\"440\" height=\"293\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100030\/930K-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100030\/930K-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100030\/930K-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100030\/930K-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100030\/930K-4-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100030\/930K-4.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 440px) 100vw, 440px\" \/><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cLarge, spacious cab features excellent visibility to the front and rear, extremely low sound levels and low-effort ergonomic joystick controls so you can concentrate on your work.\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re stuck in a machine for 10 hours a day, comfort becomes a primary factor in making a purchase decision. Good news\u2014Caterpillar gets it. The K Series cab includes a range of creature comforts as standard to make the job that little bit easier:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low sound levels in the cab<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automatic climate control<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pressurised cab<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suspension seat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tilt and telescopic steering wheel<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to controlling the 930K, Cat have made it simple. With a seat-mounted ergonomic joystick that includes a F\/N\/R switch, and a diff lock trigger, operating this wheel loader is a breeze. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Intelligent Powertrain System<\/span><\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe Caterpillar exclusive Intelligent Power Management system actively monitors operator input and power availability to keep the machine working at peak efficiency\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Cat engine, paired with a smooth step-less electronic hydrostatic transmission, provides great ground speed control as well as adjustable power to the ground. The 930K also has fuly locking front differential axles and the best part\u2014can be engaged to full torque with the push of your joystick button. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Powerful Hydraulics<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24232\" src=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100035\/930K-5-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"hydraulics Cat 930K\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100035\/930K-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100035\/930K-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100035\/930K-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100035\/930K-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100035\/930K-5-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100035\/930K-5.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The load-sensing hydraulic system makes the 930K stand out from similar brand models. With its intelligent power management system, the 930K\u2019s load-sensing, variable flow system ensures the hydraulic flow and pressure matches your work demands. This means you get full hydraulic force, no matter the engine speed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Serviceability <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24230\" src=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100026\/930K-3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Cat loader 930K serviceability\" width=\"430\" height=\"287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100026\/930K-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100026\/930K-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100026\/930K-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100026\/930K-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100026\/930K-3-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/16100026\/930K-3.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And of course, to keep your machine as profitable as possible, it has to be well maintained. To help with this, Cat has designed the K series to have all service points accessible at ground level. They\u2019ve also included extended service intervals, as well as included easy-access doors for fast access to filters and service points. <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you owned or operated the Cat 930K? Tell us your thoughts below! Or take a look at other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/browse\/construction-equipment\/loaders-59\/wheeled-loader-817\/caterpillar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caterpillar wheel loaders<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">*Prices are based on Machines4U listing data provided by sellers\/advertisers and are an approximation only. Data is correct up to and at time of publishing. Prices may change and need to be verified with individual sellers.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s no doubt the Cat loader is one of the most popular machines in the industry. Offering more than 30 different machines in their current ranges, across all sizes, it\u2019s no wonder Caterpillar dominates most construction sites. Compared to skid steers and compact wheel loaders on worksites, the Cat loader 930K may seem large, but [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":28,"featured_media":24227,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7838],"tags":[21347,123],"yst_prominent_words":[],"class_list":["post-24225","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-construction","tag-cat-930k-wheel-loader","tag-construction"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24225","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/28"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24225"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24225\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29599,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24225\/revisions\/29599"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24227"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24225"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24225"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24225"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=24225"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}