CAT 160M MOTOR GRADERS

Technical Description

The 2014 Caterpillar 160M Motor Grader is a heavy-duty construction machine powered by a Cat C9.3 diesel engine producing 250 net horsepower at 2,000 RPM. The engine features a 9.3-liter displacement with a 6-cylinder inline configuration, 4.5-inch bore, and 5.9-inch stroke, delivering robust torque for demanding grading operations. The machine utilizes an 8-speed forward and 6-speed reverse power-shift transmission, enabling maximum speeds of approximately 25.5 mph with precise control across varying terrain. The 14-foot moldboard offers exceptional grading width and can achieve depths of cut up to 28.9 inches with maximum lift capabilities of 18.9 inches above ground. The moldboard features 360-degree rotation, 40-degree forward tip angle, and adjustable side shift distances up to 26.1 inches for versatile material positioning. The electrohydraulic steering system provides frame articulation of ±20 degrees with front wheel steering up to 47.5 degrees, enabling tight turning radius operations. The closed-center hydraulic system incorporates a variable displacement piston pump delivering approximately 51 gallons per minute at 2,150 psi across six hydraulic circuits, ensuring smooth, responsive blade control. Operating at approximately 33,000 pounds, the grader maintains an 8.17-foot width over tires and 28.58-foot overall length, with cab height of 132 inches. The machine includes a 75-gallon fuel capacity and optional ripper attachment with five shanks capable of penetrating 16.1 inches into compacted materials, making this model ideal for road construction, maintenance, and land development applications requiring precision grading performance.