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Caterpillar 16M Motor Grader

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.


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General Specifications

Blades

Blade Tip Range - Backward5 degrees
Blade Tip Range - Forward40 degrees
Circle Centershift - Left26 in (65 cm)
Circle Centershift - Right24 in (60 cm)
Maximum Blade Position Angle65 degrees
Maximum Depth of Cut19 in (49 cm)
Maximum Lift Above Ground16 in (40 cm)
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left90 in (229 cm)
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right102 in (259 cm)
Moldboard Sideshift - Left26 in (65 cm)
Moldboard Sideshift - Right43 in (109 cm)

Circle

Blade Tip Angle - Front40 degrees
Blade Tip Angle - Rear5 degrees
Diameter72 in (182 cm)
Max Lift Above Ground16 in (40 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Left90 in (229 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Right102 in (259 cm)
Shift Left26 in (65 cm)
Shift Right24 in (60 cm)

Dimensions

Blade Base10 ft (3 m)
Front Ground Clearance2 ft (1 m)
Ground Clearance - Rear Axle16 in (41 cm)
Height - Exhaust Stack134 in (341 cm)
Height - Front Axle Center27 in (69 cm)
Height - Top of Cab12 ft (4 m)
Height - Top of Cylinders122 in (309 cm)
Height to Top of Isomount Cab12 ft (4 m)
Length - Between Tandem Axles73 in (184 cm)
Length - Counterweight to Ripper460 in (1,167 cm)
Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem275 in (698 cm)
Length - Front Axle to Moldboard121 in (307 cm)
Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine392 in (996 cm)
Overall Length33 ft (10 m)
Rear Ground Clearance1 ft (0 m)
Tandem Axle Wheelbase6 ft (2 m)
Wheelbase23 ft (7 m)
Width - Outside Front Tires122 in (310 cm)
Width - Outside Rear Tires122 in (310 cm)
Width - Tire Center Lines99 in (251 cm)
Width Over Tires10 ft (3 m)

Engine

Base Power (1st Gear) - Net297 hp (221 kw)
Base Power (All Gears) - Net297 hp (221 kw)
Bore5 in (13 cm)
Derating Altitude15,000 ft (4,572 m)
Displacement763 cu in (12,503 cu cm)
Engine ModelCat C13 ACERT VHP
High - Ambient Capability122 degrees
Max Power312 hp (233 kw)
Maximum Torque1,261 lbs ft (1,710 nm)
Net Power Gear 1-2302 hp (225 kw)
Net Power Gear 4-6312 hp (233 kw)
Net Power Gear 5-6312 hp (233 kw)
Net Power Gears 7-8312 hp (233 kw)
Net Torque Gears 7-81,261 lbs ft (1,710 nm)
Number of Cylinders6
Power Measured @2000 rpm
Standard - Ambient Capability109 degrees
Stroke6 in (16 cm)

Frame

Circle - Blade Beam Thickness2 in (5 cm)
Circle - Diameter72 in (182 cm)
Drawbar - Height8 in (20 cm)
Front Axle - Height to Center27 in (69 cm)
Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side32 degrees
Front Axle - Wheel Lean - Left/Right18.2 degrees

Front Axle

Ground Clearance2 ft (1 m)
Oscillation - Total32 degrees
Wheel Lean18.2 degrees

Hydraulic System

Circuit TypeElectro-hydraulic load sensing closed center
Maximum System Pressure3500 psi
Pump Flow74 gpm (280 lpm)
Pump Output74 gpm (280 lpm)
Pump TypeVariable piston
Relief Valve Pressure3500 psi
Reservoir Tank Capacity17 gal (65 l)
Standby Pressure450 psi

Moldboard

Arc Radius16 in (41 cm)
Blade Down Pressure42,957 lbs (19,485 kg)
Blade Down Pressure - Base GVW29,154 lbs (13,224 kg)
Blade Down Pressure - Maximum GVW44,047 lbs (19,979 kg)
Blade Pull - Maximum GVW48,554 lbs (22,024 kg)
Blade Pull at Max Weight49,156 lbs (22,297 kg)
Blade Width16 ft (5 m)
Cutting Edge Thickness1 in (3 cm)
Cutting Edge Width8 in (20 cm)
End Bit - Thickness1 in (2 cm)
End Bit - Width6 in (15 cm)
Max Depth of Cut19 in (49 cm)
Moldboard - Height31 in (79 cm)
Moldboard - Thickness1 in (3 cm)
Moldboard Height31 in (79 cm)
Moldboard Length16 ft (5 m)
Moldboard Thickness1 in (3 cm)
Moldboard Width16 ft (5 m)
Side Shift Left26 in (65 cm)
Side Shift Right43 in (109 cm)
Throat Clearance5 in (12 cm)

Operating Specifications

Articulation Angle - Left/Right20 degrees
Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity2 gal (8 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity12 gal (47 l)
Forward - 1st3 mph (5 kph)
Forward - 2nd4 mph (6 kph)
Forward - 3rd6 mph (9 kph)
Forward - 4th8 mph (12 kph)
Forward - 5th12 mph (19 kph)
Forward - 6th17 mph (27 kph)
Forward - 7th23 mph (37 kph)
Forward - 8th34 mph (54 kph)
Fuel Capacity135 gal (511 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity30 gal (114 l)
Max Operation Weight - Front Axle24,073 lbs (10,919 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle54,570 lbs (24,753 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Total78,643 lbs (35,672 kg)
Operating Weight 57,452 lbs (26,060 kg)
Rear Diff/Final Drive Fluid Capacity30 gal (114 l)
Reverse - 1st2.2
Reverse - 2nd4 mph (7 kph)
Reverse - 3rd6 mph (10 kph)
Reverse - 4th10 mph (15 kph)
Reverse - 5th18 mph (29 kph)
Reverse - 6th27 mph (43 kph)
Std Operation Weight - Front Axle15,679 lbs (7,112 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle41,773 lbs (18,948 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Total57,452 lbs (26,060 kg)
Steering Range - Left/Right47.5 degrees
Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each)32 gal (121 l)
Tire Size18.00-25 12PR (G-2)
Top Speed - Forward34 mph (54 kph)
Top Speed - Reverse27 mph (43 kph)
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires29 ft (9 m)

Power Train

Brakes - ParkingSpring applied hydraulically released
Brakes - SecondaryOil-actuated oil-disc
Brakes - ServiceOil-actuated oil-disc
Brakes - Service - Surface Area7,724 cu in (126,574 cu cm)
Forward/Reverse Gears8 Fwd/6 Rev
TransmissionDirect drive power shift countershaft

Ripper

Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised63 in (161 cm)
Penetration Force22,140 lbs (10,043 kg)
Pry-Out Force33,788 lbs (15,326 kg)
Ripper Shank Holders7
Ripping Depth - Maximum18 in (45 cm)
Shank Holder Spacing - Maximum20 in (51 cm)
Shank Holder Spacing - Minimum18 in (44 cm)

Service Refill

Circle Drive Housing2 gal (8 l)
Cooling System12 gal (47 l)
Engine Oil8 gal (30 l)
Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing0 gal (1 l)
Fuel Capacity130 gal (492 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank17 gal (65 l)
Hydraulic System - Total30 gal (114 l)
Tandem Housing - Each32 gal (121 l)
Transmission - Differential - Final Drives30 gal (114 l)

Steering System

Articulation Angle20 degrees
Turning Radius29 ft (9 m)

Tandems

Drive Chain Pitch3 in (6 cm)
Height26 in (65 cm)
Sidewall Thickness - Inner1 in (2 cm)
Sidewall Thickness - Outer1 in (2 cm)
Tandem Oscillation - Front Down25 degrees
Tandem Oscillation - Front Up15 degrees
Wheel Axle Spacing73 in (184 cm)
Width9 in (24 cm)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward34 mph (54 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse27 mph (43 kph)
Number of Gears - Forward8
Number of Gears - Reverse6
Transmission Typedirect drive power shift countershaft

Weights

Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle16,345 lbs (7,414 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle43,090 lbs (19,545 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total59,435 lbs (26,959 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle24,694 lbs (11,201 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle53,949 lbs (24,471 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total78,643 lbs (35,672 kg)

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