CAT 16H MOTOR GRADERS

Technical Description

The 1996 Cat 16H Motor Grader is a heavy-duty road construction machine powered by a six-cylinder Caterpillar diesel engine producing 275 net horsepower at 1,850 rpm, with peak torque of 1,018 lb-ft at 1,200 rpm. The machine weighs approximately 54,560 lbs in total configuration and measures 32 feet 8 inches in overall length with a 16-foot moldboard blade width. It features a direct-drive, power-shift transmission with eight forward speeds and a maximum travel speed of 48 km/h (approximately 30 mph), enabling efficient grading operations. The hydraulic system operates on a closed-center, load-sensing principle with pressures up to 3,500 psi, providing precise control over moldboard positioning and blade operations. The moldboard offers extensive adjustability with side-shift capability of up to 31.1 inches right and 25.6 inches left, maximum lift of 16.5 inches above ground, and cutting depth reaching 18.5 inches. The articulated frame design with front and rear axle oscillation ensures excellent ground conformity on uneven terrain. With 1,900 operating hours on this particular unit, it represents a well-maintained machine suitable for highway maintenance, parking lot grading, and general earthmoving applications. The 16H's combination of power, blade capacity, and hydraulic responsiveness makes it an industry-standard grader for professional contractors and government road maintenance operations.