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Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader

Category: Motor Graders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 160M ➔

The Caterpillar 160M is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and site preparation. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series and is commonly used for grading, ditching, shaping, and fine finish work on highways, municipal roads, and large earthmoving projects. The 160M typically features a Caterpillar diesel engine, articulated frame, hydraulic blade control, and an operator cab configured for visibility and control. It is used in applications requiring precise blade positioning and consistent grade accuracy. The model is recognized in the used equipment market for its balance of maneuverability, power, and grading performance.

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Blades

Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left	82.00 in (208.28 cm)
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right	90.00 in (228.60 cm)
Moldboard Sideshift - Left	32.00 in (81.28 cm)
Moldboard Sideshift - Right	37.00 in (93.98 cm)

Circle

Blade Tip Angle - Front	40 degrees
Blade Tip Angle - Rear	5 degrees
Diameter	61.10 in (155.19 cm)
Max Lift Above Ground	17.80 in (45.21 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Left	82.30 in (209.04 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Right	89.70 in (227.84 cm)
Shift Left	27.40 in (69.60 cm)
Shift Right	28.70 in (72.90 cm)

Dimensions

Blade Base	8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Front Ground Clearance	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Height to Top of Isomount Cab	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
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 Over Tires	8.20 ft (2.50 m)

Engine

Base Power (1st Gear) - Net	213.00 hp (158.84 kw)
Displacement	537.00 cu in (8,799.87 cu cm)
Engine Model	C9 ACERT VHP
Max Power	213.00 hp (158.84 kw)
Net Power Gears 7-8	213.00 hp (158.84 kw)
Net Torque Gears 7-8	912.40 lbs ft (1,237.03 nm)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2000 rpm
Torque Measured @	2000 rpm

Front Axle

Ground Clearance	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Oscillation - Total	32 degrees
Wheel Lean	18 degrees

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow	55.70 gpm (210.82 lpm)
Pump Type	variable piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3500 psi

Moldboard

Blade Pull at Max Weight	32,904.00 lbs (14,925.02 kg)
Max Depth of Cut	29.50 in (74.93 cm)
Moldboard Height	27.00 in (68.58 cm)
Moldboard Length	14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Moldboard Thickness	1.00 in (2.54 cm)
Moldboard Width	14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Side Shift Left	32.30 in (82.04 cm)
Side Shift Right	37.40 in (95.00 cm)

Operating Specifications

Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity	1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	10.60 gal (40.12 l)
Fuel Capacity	105.00 gal (397.43 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	16.90 gal (63.97 l)
Max Operation Weight - Front Axle	18,478.00 lbs (8,381.49 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle	34,317.00 lbs (15,565.95 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Total	52,795.00 lbs (23,947.44 kg)
Operating Weight	35,060.00 lbs (15,902.97 kg)
Rear Diff/Final Drive Fluid Capacity	17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Std Operation Weight - Front Axle	9,677.00 lbs (4,389.42 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle	25,383.00 lbs (11,513.55 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Total	35,060.00 lbs (15,902.97 kg)
Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each)	21.10 gal (79.86 l)

Steering System

Articulation Angle	20 degrees
Turning Radius	25.00 ft (7.62 m)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	29.50 mph (47.48 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	23.30 mph (37.50 kph)
Number of Gears - Forward	8
Number of Gears - Reverse	6
Transmission Type	direct drive power shift countershaft

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