CATERPILLAR 163H MOTOR GRADERS

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 163H Motor Grader is a robust all-wheel drive machine designed for high productivity and durability in demanding grading applications. It features a 14-foot moldboard with a 60.2-inch diameter circle, offering a front blade tip angle of 40 degrees and a rear angle of 5 degrees, with a maximum lift above ground of 17.8 inches. The grader’s overall length is 28.6 feet, with a wheelbase of 20.3 feet and a width over tires of 8.4 feet, providing excellent stability and maneuverability. The 3176C DITA ATAAC VHP engine delivers up to 220 horsepower, with variable power output across eight forward and six reverse gears via a direct drive, power shift transmission. Hydraulic system flow is 54.4 gpm with an axial piston pump and a relief valve pressure of 3500 psi. The front axle offers 32 degrees of oscillation and 18 degrees of wheel lean, while the articulation angle is 20 degrees and the turning radius is 24.6 feet. Standard operating weight is 35,890 lbs, with a maximum operational weight of 51,326 lbs. The machine includes a 105-gallon fuel tank and advanced features such as blade float, load-sensing hydraulics, and an operator-friendly cab with ROPS/FOPS.