Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Specs

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

The Caterpillar 160M is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and grading applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series and is used for shaping surfaces, fine grading, ditching, and snow removal. The 160M typically features a diesel engine, articulated frame, hydraulic blade control, and an operator cab designed for visibility and control. It is commonly used by contractors, municipalities, and road maintenance crews for earthmoving and surface finishing tasks. The model is known for its balance of maneuverability, grading precision, and serviceability in demanding jobsite conditions.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader General Specifications specifications
Base Power	213.00 hp (158.84 kw) - Starting 2012
Base Power - Net	213.00 hp (159.00 kW) - Starting 2010
Displacement	537.00 cu in (8.80 L) - Starting 2010
Electrical - Std. Alternator	80 - Starting 2010
Electrical - Std. Battery CCA @ 0° F	1125 - Starting 2013
Electrical - System Size	24V - Starting 2010
Engine Model	C9 ACERT - Starting 2015
Front Axle/Steering - Articulation Angle	20 deg - Starting 2010
Front Axle/Steering - Minimum Turning Radius	298.00 in (7.57 m) - Starting 2013
Front Axle/Steering - Minimum Turning Radius**	298.00 in (7.60 m) - Starting 2018
Front Axle/Steering - Oscillation Angle	32 deg - Starting 2010
Front Axle/Steering - Steering Angle	47.5 deg - Starting 2010
Front Axle/Steering - Wheel Lean Angle	18 deg - Starting 2012
Fuel Tank Capacity	110.00 US gal (416.00 L) - Starting 2010
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Blade Base	98.90 in (2,511.00 mm) - Starting 2015
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Height	24.00 in (610.00 mm) - Starting 2010
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Height (to top of ROPS)	130.20 in (3,308.00 mm) - Starting 2015
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Lift Above Ground	17.80 in (452.00 mm) - Starting 2010
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Overal Width (at top of front tires)	98.00 in (2,493.00 mm) - Starting 2010
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Overall Length	344.60 in (8,754.00 mm) - Starting 2015
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Overall Width (at top of front tires)	98.90 in (2,511.00 mm) - Starting 2015
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Standard Blade: Height	24.00 in (610.00 mm) - Starting 2015
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Standard Blade: Length	144.00 in (3,658.00 mm) - Starting 2010
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Standard Blade: Thickness	0.87 in (22.00 mm) - Starting 2013
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Thickness	0.87 in (22.00 mm) - Starting 2010
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Wheelbase	241.10 in (6,123.00 mm) - Starting 2015
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - With Ripper and Pushplate	399.10 in (10,136.00 mm) - Starting 2015
Hydraulics - Implement Pressure: Max.	3,500.00 psi (24,150.00 kPa) - Starting 2010
Hydraulics - Implement Pressure: Min.	450.00 psi (3,100.00 kPa) - Starting 2013
Hydraulics - Max. Pump Flow	55.70 US gpm (210.00 L/min) - Starting 2010
Hydraulics - Min.	450.00 psi (3,100.00 kPa) - Starting 2010
Hydraulics - Pump Type	Variable Piston - Starting 2010
Hydraulics - Tank Capacity	16.90 US gal (64.00 L) - Starting 2015
Interior Sound Level/SAE J919	70 dB(A) - Starting 2019
Max. Shoulder Reach: - Frame Straight - left	82.30 in (2,090.00 mm) - Starting 2010
Max. Shoulder Reach: - Frame Straight - right	89.70 in (2,278.00 mm) - Starting 2010
Max. Shoulder Reach:*** - Frame Straight - Left	82.30 in (2,090.00 mm) - Starting 2018
Max. Shoulder Reach:*** - Frame Straight - Right	89.70 in (2,278.00 mm) - Starting 2018
Max. Torque	912.00 lb-ft (1,237.00 N-m) - Starting 2010
Maximum Net Power with VHP+	248.00 hp (184.94 kw) - Starting 2012
No. Circle Support Shoes	6 - Starting 2010
No. of Cylinders	6 - Starting 2010
No. of Speeds Forward/Reverse	8/6 - Starting 2010
Operating Weight	37,082.00 lbs (16,820.00 kg) - Starting 2015
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped	41,226 lb - Starting 2012
Operating Weight*	37,082.00 lbs (16,820.00 kg) - Starting 2018
Rated Engine RPM	2000 rpm - Starting 2010
Reverse	23.30 mph (37.40 km/h) - Starting 2010
Standard Blade Length	14.00 ft (4.27 m) - Starting 2012
Std. Tires - Front and Rear	14.00 24 (10 PR) (G-2) - Starting 2019
Top Speed: Forward	29.50 mph (47.40 km/h) - Starting 2010
Top Speed: Reverse	23.30 mph (37.40 km/h) - Starting 2013
VHP Plus Range - Net	213.00-248.00 hp (159.00-185.00 kW)
VHP Range - Net	213.00-228.00 hp (159.00-170.00 kW)

Circle

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Circle specifications
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

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Dimensions specifications
Blade Base	8.56 ft (2.61 m)
Front Ground Clearance	1.96 ft (0.60 m)
Height To Top Of Isomount Cab	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Overall Length	28.58 ft (8.71 m)
Rear Ground Clearance	1.13 ft (0.34 m)
Tandem Axle Wheelbase	5.00 ft (1.52 m)
Wheelbase	20.08 ft (6.12 m)
Width Over Tires	8.17 ft (2.49 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Engine specifications
Displacement	537.00 cu in (8,799.87 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
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

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Front Axle specifications
Ground Clearance	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Oscillation - Total	32 degrees
Wheel Lean	18 degrees

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow	55.70 gpm (210.82 lpm)
Pump Type	variable piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3500 psi

Moldboard

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Moldboard specifications
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 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)

Operational

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Operational 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)
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

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Steering specifications
Articulation Angle	20 degrees
Turning Radius	25.00 ft (7.62 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader Transmission specifications
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