Introducing the Caterpillar 16M Motor Grader, a powerhouse machine designed for exceptional performance in a variety of grading applications. With its robust construction and advanced features, the 16M sets the standard for efficiency and precision on the job site. From its impressive blade tip range to its powerful engine and hydraulic system, this motor grader ensures unparalleled productivity and accuracy. Explore the detailed specifications of the Caterpillar 16M below to discover why it is the ultimate choice for demanding grading projects.
| Blade Tip Range - Backward | 5 degrees
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| Blade Tip Range - Forward | 40 degrees
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| Circle Centershift - Left | 25.50 in (64.77 cm)
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| Circle Centershift - Right | 23.50 in (59.69 cm)
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| Maximum Blade Position Angle | 65 degrees
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| Maximum Depth of Cut | 19.20 in (48.77 cm)
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| Maximum Lift Above Ground | 15.60 in (39.62 cm)
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| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left | 90.00 in (228.60 cm)
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| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right | 101.90 in (258.83 cm)
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| Moldboard Sideshift - Left | 25.60 in (65.02 cm)
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| Moldboard Sideshift - Right | 43.10 in (109.47 cm)
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| Blade Base | 10.10 ft (3.08 m)
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| Front Ground Clearance | 2.30 ft (0.70 m)
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| Ground Clearance - Rear Axle | 16.00 in (40.64 cm)
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| Height - Exhaust Stack | 134.10 in (340.61 cm)
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| Height - Front Axle Center | 27.10 in (68.83 cm)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 12.20 ft (3.72 m)
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| Height - Top of Cylinders | 121.60 in (308.86 cm)
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| Height to Top of Isomount Cab | 12.20 ft (3.72 m)
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| Length - Between Tandem Axles | 72.50 in (184.15 cm)
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| Length - Counterweight to Ripper | 459.50 in (1,167.13 cm)
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| Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem | 275.00 in (698.50 cm)
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| Length - Front Axle to Moldboard | 120.80 in (306.83 cm)
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| Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine | 392.20 in (996.19 cm)
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| Overall Length | 32.70 ft (9.97 m)
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| Rear Ground Clearance | 1.40 ft (0.43 m)
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| Tandem Axle Wheelbase | 6.10 ft (1.86 m)
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| Wheelbase | 23.00 ft (7.01 m)
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| Width - Outside Front Tires | 121.90 in (309.63 cm)
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| Width - Outside Rear Tires | 121.90 in (309.63 cm)
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| Width - Tire Center Lines | 98.80 in (250.95 cm)
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| Width Over Tires | 10.20 ft (3.11 m)
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| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | 297.00 hp (221.48 kw)
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| Base Power (All Gears) - Net | 297.00 hp (221.48 kw)
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| Bore | 5.10 in (12.95 cm)
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| Derating Altitude | 15,000.00 ft (4,572.00 m)
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| Displacement | 763.00 cu in (12,503.36 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Cat C13 ACERT VHP
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| High - Ambient Capability | 122 degrees
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| Max Power | 312.00 hp (232.66 kw)
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| Maximum Torque | 1,261.00 lbs ft (1,709.66 nm)
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| Net Power Gear 1-2 | 302.00 hp (225.21 kw)
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| Net Power Gear 4-6 | 312.00 hp (232.66 kw)
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| Net Power Gear 5-6 | 312.00 hp (232.66 kw)
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| Net Power Gears 7-8 | 312.00 hp (232.66 kw)
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| Net Torque Gears 7-8 | 1,261.30 lbs ft (1,710.07 nm)
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| Number of Cylinders | 6
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| Power Measured @ | 2000 rpm
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| Standard - Ambient Capability | 109 degrees
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| Stroke | 6.20 in (15.75 cm)
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| Arc Radius | 16.30 in (41.40 cm)
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| Blade Down Pressure | 42,957.10 lbs (19,485.04 kg)
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| Blade Down Pressure - Base GVW | 29,154.00 lbs (13,224.05 kg)
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| Blade Down Pressure - Maximum GVW | 44,047.00 lbs (19,979.41 kg)
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| Blade Pull - Maximum GVW | 48,554.00 lbs (22,023.75 kg)
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| Blade Pull at Max Weight | 49,156.00 lbs (22,296.81 kg)
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| Blade Width | 16.00 ft (4.88 m)
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| Cutting Edge Thickness | 1.00 in (2.54 cm)
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| Cutting Edge Width | 8.00 in (20.32 cm)
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| End Bit - Thickness | 0.80 in (2.03 cm)
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| End Bit - Width | 6.00 in (15.24 cm)
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| Max Depth of Cut | 19.20 in (48.77 cm)
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| Moldboard - Height | 31.00 in (78.74 cm)
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| Moldboard - Thickness | 1.00 in (2.54 cm)
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| Moldboard Height | 31.00 in (78.74 cm)
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| Moldboard Length | 16.00 ft (4.88 m)
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| Moldboard Thickness | 1.00 in (2.54 cm)
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| Moldboard Width | 16.00 ft (4.88 m)
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| Side Shift Left | 25.60 in (65.02 cm)
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| Side Shift Right | 43.10 in (109.47 cm)
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| Throat Clearance | 4.90 in (12.45 cm)
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| Articulation Angle - Left/Right | 20 degrees
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| Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity | 2.10 gal (7.95 l)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 12.30 gal (46.56 l)
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| Forward - 1st | 2.80 mph (4.51 kph)
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| Forward - 2nd | 3.90 mph (6.28 kph)
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| Forward - 3rd | 5.60 mph (9.01 kph)
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| Forward - 4th | 7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
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| Forward - 5th | 12.00 mph (19.31 kph)
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| Forward - 6th | 16.70 mph (26.88 kph)
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| Forward - 7th | 23.00 mph (37.01 kph)
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| Forward - 8th | 33.50 mph (53.91 kph)
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| Fuel Capacity | 135.00 gal (510.98 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 30.10 gal (113.93 l)
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| Max Operation Weight - Front Axle | 24,073.00 lbs (10,919.34 kg)
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| Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle | 54,570.00 lbs (24,752.57 kg)
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| Max Operation Weight - Total | 78,643.00 lbs (35,671.91 kg)
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| Operating Weight | 57,452.00 lbs (26,059.82 kg)
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| Rear Diff/Final Drive Fluid Capacity | 30.10 gal (113.93 l)
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| Reverse - 1st | 2.2
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| Reverse - 2nd | 4.20 mph (6.76 kph)
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| Reverse - 3rd | 6.10 mph (9.82 kph)
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| Reverse - 4th | 9.50 mph (15.29 kph)
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| Reverse - 5th | 18.20 mph (29.29 kph)
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| Reverse - 6th | 26.50 mph (42.65 kph)
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| Std Operation Weight - Front Axle | 15,679.00 lbs (7,111.88 kg)
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| Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle | 41,773.00 lbs (18,947.94 kg)
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| Std Operation Weight - Total | 57,452.00 lbs (26,059.82 kg)
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| Steering Range - Left/Right | 47.5 degrees
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| Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each) | 32.10 gal (121.50 l)
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| Tire Size | 18.00-25 12PR (G-2)
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| Top Speed - Forward | 33.50 mph (53.91 kph)
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| Top Speed - Reverse | 26.50 mph (42.65 kph)
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| Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires | 29.20 ft (8.90 m)
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| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle | 16,345.00 lbs (7,413.98 kg)
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| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle | 43,090.00 lbs (19,545.32 kg)
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| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total | 59,435.00 lbs (26,959.30 kg)
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| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle | 24,694.00 lbs (11,201.02 kg)
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| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle | 53,949.00 lbs (24,470.89 kg)
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| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total | 78,643.00 lbs (35,671.91 kg)
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