Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 14H is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and earthmoving applications. Built as part of Caterpillar's H-series grader line, the 14H is known for its articulated frame, moldboard control, and balanced weight distribution for grading accuracy. It is commonly used for shaping surfaces, ditching, snow removal, and fine grading on highways, mining sites, and municipal projects. The machine typically features a diesel engine, hydraulic blade controls, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. The Caterpillar 14H remains a recognized model in the used equipment market for grading and site preparation work.
| Blade Tip Angle - Front | 40 degrees |
| Blade Tip Angle - Rear | 5 degrees |
| Diameter | 71.80 in (182.37 cm) |
| Max Lift Above Ground | 16.50 in (41.91 cm) |
| Max Reach Outside Tires - Left | 81.00 in (205.74 cm) |
| Max Reach Outside Tires - Right | 82.00 in (208.28 cm) |
| Shift Left | 25.50 in (64.77 cm) |
| Shift Right | 20.50 in (52.07 cm) |
| Front Ground Clearance | 2.20 ft (0.67 m) |
| Height to Top of Isomount Cab | 11.00 ft (3.35 m) |
| Rear Ground Clearance | 1.30 ft (0.40 m) |
| Tandem Axle Wheelbase | 5.50 ft (1.68 m) |
| Wheelbase | 21.20 ft (6.46 m) |
| Width Over Tires | 9.30 ft (2.83 m) |
| Net Power Gear 1-2 | 220.00 hp (164.06 kw) |
| Net Power Gear 4-6 | 240.00 hp (178.97 kw) |
| Net Power Gear 5-6 | 240.00 hp (178.97 kw) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Power Measured @ | 2000 rpm |
| Ground Clearance | 2.20 ft (0.67 m) |
| Oscillation - Total | 32 degrees |
| Wheel Lean | 18 degrees |
| Pump Type | axial piston |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3500 psi |
| Blade Down Pressure | 34,517.80 lbs (15,657.03 kg) |
| Blade Pull at Max Weight | 52,659.70 lbs (23,886.07 kg) |
| Max Depth of Cut | 17.30 in (43.94 cm) |
| Moldboard Height | 27.10 in (68.83 cm) |
| Moldboard Thickness | 1.00 in (2.54 cm) |
| Side Shift Left | 25.60 in (65.02 cm) |
| Side Shift Right | 31.10 in (78.99 cm) |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 50 amps |
| Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity | 1.60 gal (6.06 l) |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 12.80 gal (48.45 l) |
| Max Operation Weight - Front Axle | 19,425.00 lbs (8,811.04 kg) |
| Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle | 39,084.00 lbs (17,728.23 kg) |
| Max Operation Weight - Total | 58,509.00 lbs (26,539.27 kg) |
| Operating Voltage | 24 volts |
| Std Operation Weight - Front Axle | 11,695.00 lbs (5,304.77 kg) |
| Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle | 29,770.00 lbs (13,503.46 kg) |
| Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each) | 25.50 gal (96.52 l) |
| Tire Size | 16-24 12PR (G-2) |
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 21.60 gal (81.76 l) |
| Articulation Angle | 20 degrees |
| Max Speed - Forward | 26.60 mph (42.81 kph) |
| Max Speed - Reverse | 29.40 mph (47.31 kph) |
| Number of Gears - Forward | 8 |
| Number of Gears - Reverse | 8 |
| Transmission Type | direct drive power shift planetary |