Caterpillar 16G Motor Grader Specs

Category: Motor Graders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 16G ➔

The Caterpillar 16G is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and earthmoving applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 16G is part of the company's G-series grader lineup and is used for grading, ditching, leveling, and surface finishing on highways, mining sites, and large civil projects. It typically features a front-mounted blade, articulated frame, and rear tandem drive for controlled material movement and precise blade positioning. The Caterpillar 16G is known for its serviceability, operator controls, and suitability for heavy-duty grading work. It remains a recognized model in the used equipment market and industrial fleet listings.

Dimensions

Caterpillar 16G Motor Grader Dimensions specifications
Blade Base	10.18 ft (3.10 m)
Height	12.25 ft (3.73 m)
Height To Top Of Isomount Cab	12.31 ft (3.75 m)
Length	32.58 ft (9.93 m)
Overall Length	32.75 ft (9.98 m)
Weight	56,000.00 lbs (25,401.20 kg)
Wheelbase	22.84 ft (6.96 m)
Width	10.17 ft (3.10 m)
Width Over Tires	10.18 ft (3.10 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 16G Motor Grader Engine specifications
Displacement	891.00 cu in (14,600.91 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	3406
Max Power	250.00 hp (186.43 kw)
Net Power Gears 7-8	250.00 hp (186.43 kw)

Operational

Caterpillar 16G Motor Grader Operational specifications
Std Operation Weight - Total	54,057.40 lbs (24,520.05 kg)

Steering

Caterpillar 16G Motor Grader Steering specifications
Turning Radius	27.00 ft (8.23 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar 16G Motor Grader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	27.10 mph (43.61 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	27.10 mph (43.61 kph)
Number Of Gears - Forward	8
Number Of Gears - Reverse	8

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