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Caterpillar 140M Motor Grader

Category: Motor Graders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 140M ➔

The Caterpillar 140M is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and grading applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series grader line and is commonly used for shaping surfaces, ditching, snow removal, and fine grading on highways, municipal roads, and site preparation projects. The 140M features a front-mounted engine, articulated frame, and centrally located cab for visibility and control. It is typically equipped with a moldboard, circle, and scarifier options depending on configuration. The model is known for balanced maneuverability, hydraulic control, and compatibility with a range of grading attachments and worksite conditions.

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Blades

Blade Tip Range - Backward	5 degrees
Blade Tip Range - Forward	40 degrees
Circle Centershift - Left	27.40 in (69.60 cm)
Circle Centershift - Right	28.70 in (72.90 cm)
Maximum Blade Position Angle	90 degrees
Maximum Depth of Cut	28.10 in (71.37 cm)
Maximum Lift Above Ground	18.90 in (48.01 cm)
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left	70.50 in (179.07 cm)
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right	77.90 in (197.87 cm)
Moldboard Sideshift - Left	20.10 in (51.05 cm)
Moldboard Sideshift - Right	26.00 in (66.04 cm)

Circle

Blade Tip Angle - Front	40 degrees
Blade Tip Angle - Rear	5 degrees
Diameter	60.20 in (152.91 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Left	70.50 in (179.07 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Right	77.90 in (197.87 cm)
Shift Left	27.40 in (69.60 cm)
Shift Right	28.70 in (72.90 cm)

Dimensions

Blade Base	8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Front Ground Clearance	1.90 ft (0.58 m)
Ground Clearance - Rear Axle	13.30 in (33.78 cm)
Height - Exhaust Stack	121.00 in (307.34 cm)
Height - Front Axle Center	23.50 in (59.69 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	130.00 ft (39.62 m)
Height - Top of Cylinders	119.00 in (302.26 cm)
Height to Top of Isomount Cab	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Length - Between Tandem Axles	60.00 in (152.40 cm)
Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem	241.00 in (612.14 cm)
Length - Front Axle to Moldboard	100.00 in (254.00 cm)
Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine	344.00 in (873.76 cm)
Overall Length	28.60 ft (8.72 m)
Rear Ground Clearance	1.20 ft (0.37 m)
Tandem Axle Wheelbase	5.00 ft (1.52 m)
Wheelbase	20.10 ft (6.13 m)
Width - Outside Front Tires	98.00 in (248.92 cm)
Width - Outside Rear Tires	98.00 in (248.92 cm)
Width - Tire Center Lines	84.00 in (213.36 cm)
Width Over Tires	8.20 ft (2.50 m)

Engine

Base Power (1st Gear) - Net	183.00 hp (136.47 kw)
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric	186.00 hp (138.70 kw)
Bore	4.30 in (10.92 cm)
Derating Altitude	10,000.00 ft (3,048.00 m)
Displacement	439.00 cu in (7,193.94 cu cm)
Emissions	Emissions equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Engine Model	Cat C7 ACERT
High - Ambient Capability	122 degrees
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Maximum	1650 rpm
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Minimum	600 rpm
Max Power	183.00 hp (136.47 kw)
Net Power Gears 7-8	183.00 hp (136.47 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2000 rpm
Speed at Rated Power	2000 rpm
Standard - Ambient Capability	109 degrees
Standard - Fan Speed - Maximum	1450 rpm
Standard - Fan Speed - Minimum	600 rpm
Stroke	5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Torque Rise - V Plus	39%
V Plus Range - Net	136-174 kW (183-233)
V Plus Range - Net - Metric	136-174 kW (186-237)

Frame

Circle - Blade Beam Thickness	1.60 in (4.06 cm)
Circle - Diameter	60.20 in (152.91 cm)
Drawbar - Height	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Drawbar - Width	3.00 in (7.62 cm)
Front Axle - Height to Center	23.00 in (58.42 cm)
Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side	32 degrees
Front Axle - Wheel Lean - Left/Right	18 degrees
Front Frame Structure - Height	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Front Frame Structure - Width	12.00 ft (3.66 m)

Front Axle

Ground Clearance	1.90 ft (0.58 m)
Oscillation - Total	32 degrees
Wheel Lean	18 degrees

Hydraulic System

Circuit Type	Electro-hydraulic load sensing closed center
Maximum System Pressure	3500 psi
Pump Flow	55.70 gpm (210.82 lpm)
Pump Output	55.70 gpm (210.82 lpm)
Pump Type	Variable piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3500 psi
Standby Pressure	450 psi

Moldboard

Arc Radius	16.30 in (41.40 cm)
Blade Pull - Base GVW	24,294.00 lbs (11,019.59 kg)
Blade Pull - Maximum GVW	31,758.00 lbs (14,405.20 kg)
Blade Pull at Max Weight	45,787.80 lbs (20,769.02 kg)
Blade Width	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Cutting Edge Thickness	0.60 in (1.52 cm)
Cutting Edge Width	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
End Bit - Thickness	0.60 in (1.52 cm)
End Bit - Width	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Max Depth of Cut	28.10 in (71.37 cm)
Moldboard - Height	24.00 in (60.96 cm)
Moldboard - Thickness	0.90 in (2.29 cm)
Moldboard - Width	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Moldboard Height	24.00 in (60.96 cm)
Moldboard Length	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Moldboard Thickness	0.90 in (2.29 cm)
Moldboard Width	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Side Shift Left	20.10 in (51.05 cm)
Side Shift Right	26.00 in (66.04 cm)
Throat Clearance	6.50 in (16.51 cm)

Operating Specifications

Articulation Angle - Left/Right	20 degrees
Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity	1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	12.40 gal (46.93 l)
Forward - 1st	2.50 mph (4.02 kph)
Forward - 2nd	3.40 mph (5.47 kph)
Forward - 3rd	5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Forward - 4th	6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Forward - 5th	10.60 mph (17.06 kph)
Forward - 6th	14.50 mph (23.34 kph)
Forward - 7th	19.90 mph (32.03 kph)
Forward - 8th	29.00 mph (46.67 kph)
Fuel Capacity	110.00 gal (416.35 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	15.90 gal (60.18 l)
Max Operation Weight - Front Axle	17,908.00 lbs (8,122.94 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle	32,967.00 lbs (14,953.60 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Total	50,875.00 lbs (23,076.54 kg)
Operating Weight	33,356.00 lbs (15,130.05 kg)
Rear Diff/Final Drive Fluid Capacity	17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Reverse - 1st	2
Reverse - 2nd	3.70 mph (5.95 kph)
Reverse - 3rd	5.40 mph (8.69 kph)
Reverse - 4th	8.40 mph (13.52 kph)
Reverse - 5th	15.70 mph (25.27 kph)
Reverse - 6th	22.90 mph (36.85 kph)
Std Operation Weight - Front Axle	9,173.00 lbs (4,160.81 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle	24,183.00 lbs (10,969.24 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Total	33,356.00 lbs (15,130.05 kg)
Steering Range - Left/Right	47.5 degrees
Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each)	16.90 gal (63.97 l)
Top Speed - Forward	29.00 mph (46.67 kph)
Top Speed - Reverse	22.90 mph (36.85 kph)
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires	25.00 ft (7.62 m)

Power Train

Brakes - Parking	Multiple oil disc
Brakes - Secondary	Dual circuit control system
Brakes - Service	Multiple oil disc
Brakes - Service - Surface Area	3,565.00 cu in (58,420.01 cu cm)
Forward/Reverse Gears	8 Forward/6 Reverse
Transmission	Direct drive power shift countershaft

Ripper

Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised	36.20 in (91.95 cm)
Penetration Force	20,540.00 lbs (9,316.80 kg)
Pry-Out Force	26,259.00 lbs (11,910.90 kg)
Ripper Shank Holder Spacing	21.00 in (53.34 cm)
Ripper Shank Holders	5
Ripping Depth - Maximum	16.80 in (42.67 cm)

Scarifier

Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing	4.60 in (11.68 cm)
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifying Depth, Maximum	18.40 in (46.74 cm)
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Working Width	47.40 in (120.40 cm)
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing	4.60 in (11.68 cm)
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holders	11
Mid, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum	11.50 in (29.21 cm)
Mid, V-Type - Working Width	46.60 in (118.36 cm)
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing	10.50 in (26.67 cm)
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holders	9
Rear - Scarifying Depth, Maximum	10.50 in (26.67 cm)
Rear - Working Width	91.00 in (231.14 cm)

Service Refill

Circle Drive Housing	1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Cooling System	10.60 gal (40.12 l)
Engine Oil	6.60 gal (24.98 l)
Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing	0.20 gal (0.76 l)
Fuel Capacity	110.00 gal (416.35 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank	16.90 gal (63.97 l)
Tandem Housing - Each	16.90 gal (63.97 l)
Transmission - Differential - Final Drives	16.90 gal (63.97 l)

Standards

Brakes	ISO 3450:1996
ROPS/FOPS	ISO 3471:2008 ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Sound	ISO 6394:2008 ISO 6395:2008
Steering	ISO 5010:2007

Steering System

Articulation Angle	20 degrees
Turning Radius	25.50 ft (7.77 m)

Tandems

Drive Chain Pitch	2.00 in (5.08 cm)
Height	19.90 in (50.55 cm)
Sidewall Thickness - Inner	0.60 in (1.52 cm)
Sidewall Thickness - Outer	0.70 in (1.78 cm)
Tandem Oscillation - Front Down	25 degrees
Tandem Oscillation - Front Up	15 degrees
Wheel Axle Spacing	60.00 in (152.40 cm)
Width	7.90 in (20.07 cm)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	29.00 mph (46.67 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	22.90 mph (36.85 kph)
Number of Gears - Forward	8
Number of Gears - Reverse	6
Transmission Type	direct drive power shift countershaft

Weights

Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle	9,561.00 lbs (4,336.80 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle	26,993.00 lbs (12,243.83 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total	36,554.00 lbs (16,580.64 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle	16,606.00 lbs (7,532.36 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle	35,287.00 lbs (16,005.93 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total	51,893.00 lbs (23,538.30 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped	41,868.00 lbs (18,991.03 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle	11,716.00 lbs (5,314.29 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total	41,868.00 lbs (18,991.03 kg)
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped	41,868.00 lbs (18,991.03 kg)