The Caterpillar 160H is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and grading applications. Part of Caterpillar's H-series lineup, it is commonly used for shaping surfaces, maintaining haul roads, ditching, and fine grading work. The 160H typically features a diesel engine, articulated frame, and moldboard controls for precise blade positioning. It is known for its balance of power, maneuverability, and operator control in earthmoving operations. The model is used in municipal, construction, mining, and site preparation environments. The Caterpillar 160H remains a recognized machine in the used equipment market for grading and surface finishing tasks.
Circle
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Circle specifications
Blade Tip Angle - Front
40 degrees
Blade Tip Angle - Rear
5 degrees
Max Lift Above Ground
17.80 in (45.21 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Left
87.60 in (222.50 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Right
89.10 in (226.31 cm)
Shift Left
33.40 in (84.84 cm)
Shift Right
34.70 in (88.14 cm)
Dimensions
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Dimensions specifications
Blade Base
8.27 ft (2.52 m)
Height
10.17 ft (3.10 m)
Height To Top Of Isomount Cab
10.24 ft (3.12 m)
Length
28.17 ft (8.59 m)
Overall Length
28.22 ft (8.60 m)
Tandem Axle Wheelbase
5.00 ft (1.52 m)
Weight
34,360.00 lbs (15,585.45 kg)
Wheelbase
19.99 ft (6.09 m)
Width
8.08 ft (2.46 m)
Width Over Tires
8.08 ft (2.46 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Engine specifications
Displacement
637.70 cu in (10,450.05 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
3306 DITA
Max Power
200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Net Power Gear 1-2
180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Net Power Gear 4-6
180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Net Power Gear 5-6
200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Net Power Gears 7-8
200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Net Torque Gears 7-8
840.90 lbs ft (1,140.09 nm)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
2000 rpm
Torque Measured @
1000 rpm
Front Axle
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Front Axle specifications
Oscillation - Total
32 degrees
Wheel Lean
18 degrees
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow
54.50 gpm (206.28 lpm)
Pump Type
Axial Piston
Relief Valve Pressure
3500 psi
Moldboard
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Moldboard specifications
Blade Down Pressure
30,441.50 lbs (13,805.67 kg)
Blade Pull At Max Weight
44,249.00 lbs (20,067.57 kg)
Max Depth Of Cut
30.40 in (77.22 cm)
Moldboard Height
27.10 in (68.83 cm)
Moldboard Thickness
1.00 in (2.54 cm)
Moldboard Width
23.90 ft (7.28 m)
Side Shift Left
33.60 in (85.34 cm)
Side Shift Right
37.20 in (94.49 cm)
Operational
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
50 amps
Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity
1.90 gal (7.19 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
10.10 gal (38.23 l)
Fuel Capacity
90.10 gal (341.03 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
21.20 gal (80.24 l)
Max Operation Weight - Front Axle
18,322.70 lbs (8,309.61 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle
33,003.20 lbs (14,967.44 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Total
51,325.90 lbs (23,277.05 kg)
Operating Voltage
24 V
Rear Diff/Final Drive Fluid Capacity
12.50 gal (47.31 l)
Std Operation Weight - Front Axle
10,117.10 lbs (4,588.25 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle
25,774.30 lbs (11,689.03 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Total
35,891.30 lbs (16,277.23 kg)
Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (Each)
17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Tire Size
14-24 12PR (G-2)
Steering
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Steering specifications
Articulation Angle
20 degrees
Turning Radius
24.30 ft (7.41 m)
Transmission
Caterpillar 160H Motor Grader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
27.10 mph (43.61 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
21.40 mph (34.44 kph)
Number Of Gears - Forward
8
Number Of Gears - Reverse
6
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