CATERPILLAR 160 AWD MOTOR GRADERS

Technical Description

The 2024 Caterpillar 160 AWD Motor Grader is equipped with a Cat C9.3 engine delivering 221–272 hp across eight forward and six reverse gears, providing versatile power delivery from 165 kW in first gear to 203 kW in eighth gear. The machine features a 14-foot-wide moldboard blade with approximately 24-inch height and 1-inch thickness, delivering precise grading control with an arc radius of 16.3 inches and maximum reach outside the tires. The grader operates at a maximum forward speed of 29.5 mph and reverse speed of 23.3 mph, with a tight turning radius of 25.59 feet for enhanced maneuverability. Operating weight typically reaches 20,660 kg, with a gross vehicle weight capacity up to 47,515 lb when AWD is engaged. The enclosed ROPS cab meets ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 safety standards, ensuring operator protection. The hydraulic system employs a closed-center, parallel-circuit design with variable piston pumps delivering approximately 55.5 gallons per minute at 3,500 psi maximum pressure, enabling precise moldboard control and blade pull reaching 47,515 pounds at maximum GVW with AWD engaged. The transmission features full electronic clutch pressure control with programmable AutoShift capability and Eco Mode for up to 10% fuel savings. All engines meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emissions standards with no derating required to 10,000 feet altitude.