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Caterpillar 16H Motor Grader

Category: Motor Graders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 16H ➔

The Caterpillar 16H is a heavy-duty motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and earthmoving applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 16H features a large frame, articulated steering, and a moldboard system for precise grading and surface shaping. It is commonly used in highway work, mining support, site preparation, and municipal road maintenance. The machine is powered by a diesel engine and configured for operator control of blade angle, tilt, and reach. The Caterpillar 16H is recognized for its grading capability, durability, and serviceability in demanding operating conditions.

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Circle

Blade Tip Angle - Front	40 degrees
Blade Tip Angle - Rear	5 degrees
Diameter	72 in (182 cm)
Max Lift Above Ground	17 in (42 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Left	91 in (231 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Right	91 in (231 cm)
Shift Left	27 in (69 cm)
Shift Right	22 in (56 cm)

Dimensions

Blade Base	10 ft (3 m)
Front Ground Clearance	2 ft (1 m)
Height to Top of Isomount Cab	12 ft (4 m)
Overall Length	33 ft (10 m)
Rear Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Tandem Axle Wheelbase	6 ft (2 m)
Wheelbase	23 ft (7 m)

Engine

Net Power Gear 1-2	265 hp (198 kw)
Net Power Gear 4-6	285 hp (213 kw)
Net Power Gear 5-6	285 hp (213 kw)
Net Torque Gears 7-8	1,143 lbs ft (1,550 nm)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2000 rpm

Front Axle

Ground Clearance	2 ft (1 m)
Oscillation - Total	32 degrees
Wheel Lean	18 degrees

Hydraulic System

Pump Type	axial piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3500 psi

Moldboard

Blade Down Pressure	34,901 lbs (15,831 kg)
Blade Pull at Max Weight	45,131 lbs (20,471 kg)
Max Depth of Cut	19 in (47 cm)
Moldboard Height	31 in (79 cm)
Moldboard Thickness	1 in (3 cm)
Side Shift Left	26 in (65 cm)
Side Shift Right	31 in (79 cm)

Operating Specifications

Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity	2 gal (8 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	12 gal (47 l)
Fuel Capacity	130 gal (492 l)
Max Operation Weight - Front Axle	19,502 lbs (8,846 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle	50,146 lbs (22,746 kg)
Max Operation Weight - Total	69,648 lbs (31,592 kg)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Rear Diff/Final Drive Fluid Capacity	30 gal (114 l)
Std Operation Weight - Front Axle	15,397 lbs (6,984 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle	39,153 lbs (17,760 kg)
Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each)	32 gal (119 l)
Tire Size	15-25 12PR (E-2)

Steering System

Articulation Angle	20 degrees
Turning Radius	27 ft (8 m)

Transmission

Number of Gears - Forward	8
Number of Gears - Reverse	8
Transmission Type	direct drive power shift planetary

Caterpillar 16Hs currently for sale

A 2001 Caterpillar 16H From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

A 1996 Caterpillar 16H From Korpan Tractor for $120,689.00 USD

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