Designed for maximum operator comfort, the Cat® 160M motor grader optimizes operational efficiency and productivity. Get the work done with the M Series Motor graders. With ease of operation and service, get the most out of your investment to build and maintain roads.
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | — |
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | — |
Blade Width | — |
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | — |
Engine Model | Cat® C9 ACERT™ |
Bore | — |
Stroke | — |
Speed at Rated Power | 2,000 rpm |
Maximum Torque - VHP Plus | — |
Torque Rise - VHP Plus | 40% |
VHP Plus Range - Net | 159-185 kW (213-248 hp) |
Emissions | Engine is Certified for Environment Canada Tier 3 Standards |
Displacement | — |
Number of Cylinders | 6 |
Derating Altitude | — |
Standard - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1,450 rpm |
Standard - Fan Speed - Minimum | 600 rpm |
Standard - Ambient Capability | — |
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1,650 rpm |
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Minimum | 600 rpm |
High - Ambient Capability | — |
Forward/Reverse Gears | 8 Forward/6 Reverse |
Transmission | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft |
Brakes - Service | Multiple oil disc |
Brakes - Service - Surface Area | — |
Brakes - Parking | Multiple oil disc |
Brakes - Secondary | Dual circuit control system |
Circuit Type | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center |
Pump Type | Variable piston |
Pump Output | — |
Maximum System Pressure | — |
Standby Pressure | — |
Top Speed - Forward | — |
Top Speed - Reverse | — |
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires | — |
Steering Range - Left/Right | 47.5 degrees |
Articulation Angle - Left/Right | 20 degrees |
Forward - 1st | — |
Forward - 2nd | — |
Forward - 3rd | — |
Forward - 4th | — |
Forward - 5th | — |
Forward - 6th | — |
Forward - 7th | — |
Forward - 8th | — |
Reverse - 1st | — |
Reverse - 2nd | — |
Reverse - 3rd | — |
Reverse - 4th | — |
Reverse - 5th | — |
Reverse - 6th | — |
Fuel Capacity | — |
Cooling System | — |
Hydraulic System - Tank | — |
Transmission - Differential - Final Drives | — |
Engine Oil | — |
Tandem Housing - Each | — |
Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing | — |
Circle Drive Housing | — |
Drawbar - Width | — |
Circle - Diameter | — |
Circle - Blade Beam Thickness | — |
Drawbar - Height | — |
Front Frame Structure - Width | — |
Circle - Height | — |
Front Frame Structure - Thickness | — |
Front Frame Structure - Height | — |
Front Axle - Height to Center | — |
Front Axle - Wheel Lean - Left/Right | 18 degrees |
Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side | 32 degrees |
Height | — |
Width | — |
Sidewall Thickness - Inner | — |
Sidewall Thickness - Outer | — |
Drive Chain Pitch | — |
Wheel Axle Spacing | — |
Tandem Oscillation - Front Up | 15 degrees |
Tandem Oscillation - Front Down | 25 degrees |
Blade Width | — |
Moldboard - Height | — |
Moldboard - Thickness | — |
Arc Radius | — |
Throat Clearance | — |
Cutting Edge Width | — |
Cutting Edge Thickness | — |
End Bit - Width | — |
End Bit - Thickness | — |
Blade Pull - Base GVW | — |
Blade Pull - Maximum GVW | — |
Moldboard - Width | — |
Down Pressure - Base GVW | — |
Down Pressure - Maximum GVW | — |
Circle Centershift - Right | — |
Circle Centershift - Left | — |
Moldboard Sideshift - Right | — |
Moldboard Sideshift - Left | — |
Maximum Blade Position Angle | 90 degrees |
Blade Tip Range - Forward | 40 degrees |
Blade Tip Range - Backward | 5 degrees |
Maximum Lift Above Ground | — |
Maximum Depth of Cut | — |
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right | — |
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left | — |
Ripper Shank Holder Spacing | — |
Ripping Depth - Maximum | — |
Ripper Shank Holders | 5 |
Penetration Force | — |
Pry-Out Force | — |
Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised | — |
Rear - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | — |
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | — |
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | — |
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Working Width | — |
Mid, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | — |
Mid, V-Type - Working Width | — |
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holders | 11 |
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | — |
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holders | 5/11 |
Rear - Working Width | — |
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holders | 9 |
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | — |
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle | — |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total | — |
Length - Push Plate to Ripper Retracted | — |
Height - Top of Cab Product Link | — |
Length - Push Plate to Ripper | — |
Height - Top of Cab | — |
Width - Outside Front Tires | — |
Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem | — |
Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine | — |
Length - Front Axle to Moldboard | — |
Length - Between Tandem Axles | — |
Width - Outside Rear Tires | — |
Width - Tire Center Lines | — |
Height - Front Axle Center | — |
Height - Exhaust Stack | — |
Height - Top of Cylinders | — |
Ground Clearance - Rear Axle | — |
Steering | ISO 5010:2007 |
Sound | ISO 6394:2008, ISO 6395:2008 |
ROPS/FOPS | ISO 3471:1994, ISO 3449:1992 |
Brakes | ISO 3450:1996 |
Gear - Forward 3rd | — |
Gear - Forward 8th | — |
Gear - Forward 7th | — |
Gear - Forward 2nd | — |
Gear - Forward 6th | — |
Gear - Forward 1st | — |
Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th | — |
Gear - Forward 5th | — |
Gear - Reverse 1st | — |
Gear - Reverse 2nd | — |
Gear - Forward 4th | — |
Good visibility is key to your safety and efficiency. Angled cab doors, tapered engine enclosure and a sloped rear window make it easy to see the moldboard and tires, as well as behind the machine. An optional rear vision camera further enhances lines of sight all around the machine.
Experience the most spacious, comfortable cab in the industry. Joystick controls replace levers, so hand and arm movement is reduced by 78%, helping reduce operator fatigue for better productivity. Rocker and control switches are in easy reach. A standard Cat Comfort Series suspension seat is fully adjustable. Control pods can be adjusted electronically so it is even easier to set up for an ideal operating position. Multiple isolation mounts significantly reduce sound and vibration for a more relaxed work environment. The high capacity Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system dehumidifies and pressurizes the cab, circulates fresh air, seals out dust and keeps windows clear. An optional deluxe AM/FM radio with CD, MP3 and Bluetooth technology enables streaming audio from a portable device and hands-free use of a mobile phone when safe to do so.
Easy-to-read, high-visibility gauges and warning lamps keep you aware of critical system information. Cat Messenger offers real-time machine performance and diagnostic data to help you get the most from your machine.
Operators are more comfortable and productive with two electro-hydraulic joysticks. New and experienced operators around the world report that the controls are easy to learn, and that the new electronically adjustable control pods make it easier to position them for optimal comfort, visibility and proper operation.
The left joystick controls steering, articulation, return-to-center, wheel lean, gear selection, left moldboard lift cylinder and float. The right joystick controls drawbar, circle and moldboard functions as well as electronic throttle control and manual differential lock/unlock. Joystick lean angle mirrors the steer tires' turning angle. A brake tensioning system holds the joystick in position until the operator moves it. The steering control automatically reduces steering sensitivity at higher ground speeds for predictable control. Infinitely variable roller switches control the rear ripper and/or front lift group (when equipped).
Electronic Throttle Control helps improve productivity by providing the best match of horsepower and torque for the demands of the application.
Automatically returns the machine to a straight frame position from any angle with the touch of a button.
The Cat C9 ACERT engine gives you the performance you need to maintain consistent grading speeds for maximum productivity. Superior torque and lugging capability provide the power to pull through sudden, short-term increases in loads. ACERT Technology lowers combustion chamber temperatures and optimizes fuel combustion to generate more work output for your fuel cost. ACERT engines also generate fewer emissions to meet the needs of equipment owners around the world.
The hydraulic demand fan automatically adjusts speed according to engine cooling requirements. When cooling demand is reduced, you benefit from more power to the ground and improved fuel efficiency.
This standard feature can be software-enabled by your Cat dealer to shut down the engine after a set period of time to save you fuel and help reduce emissions.
The sealed spindle keeps front axle bearings lubricated and protected from contaminants. The Cat “Live Spindle” design places the larger tapered roller bearing on the outside, where the load is greater, extending bearing life. A bolt-on modular rear axle improves serviceability and contamination control with easy access to differential components.
Oil-bathed multi-disc service brakes are hydraulically actuated for smooth, predictable braking and lower operating costs. Brakes are located at each tandem wheel and have a large total brake surface area to give you dependable stopping power and longer life.
Caterpillar designs motor grader frame and drawbar components to give you performance and durability. The one-piece forged steel circle stands up to high stress loads, and a sacrificial wear system helps keep your service time and costs down. The articulation hitch features a large tapered roller bearing to carry loads evenly and smoothly. It is sealed to prevent contamination and a locking pin prevents articulation for safety during service or transport.
The M Series drawbar, circle and moldboard are designed to make it easy for you to keep the components tight. Shims and patented top-adjust wear strips are easy to add or replace, dramatically reducing downtime. Durable nylon composite wear inserts maximize circle torque and component life. Sacrificial brass wear strips between the blade mounting group and moldboard can be easily adjusted and replaced. Shimless Moldboard Retention System uses vertical and horizontal adjusting screws to keep moldboard wear strips aligned for reduced blade chatter and precise blade control.
An aggressive blade angle, optimized moldboard curvature and large throat clearance help you work more efficiently by allowing material to roll more freely along the blade. Heat-treated rails, hardened cutting edges and end bits, and heavy duty bolts to give you greater moldboard reliability and long service life. The link bar allows extreme moldboard positioning for easier bank sloping and ditch cutting/cleaning.
Allows the blade to move freely under its own weight. By floating both cylinders, the blade can follow the contours of the ground. Floating only one cylinder permits the toe of the blade to follow a hard surface while the operator controls the slope with the other lift cylinder.
Large, separate hydraulic oil supplies prevent cross-contamination and provide proper oil cooling, which reduces heat build-up and extends component life. Cat XT™ hose allows high pressures for maximum power and reduced downtime.
Cat Grade Control Cross Slope is an optional fully integrated, factory installed system that helps your operator more easily maintain desired cross slope by automatically controlling one side of the blade. The system is job-ready from day one, and scalable for the future with AccuGrade™ upgrade kits that provide additional 2D and/or 3D control.
An AccuGrade Attachment Ready Option can be ordered as a factory- or dealer-installed option. It includes built-in mounting points and internal wiring, to make installation of the AccuGrade grade control system faster and easier.
AccuGrade uses positioning and guidance technologies, machine sensors, and automatic blade control to help your operators get to grade faster, easier and more efficiently. Digital design plans, real-time cut/fill data, and in-cab guidance give operators detailed information to work more confidently and achieve greater accuracy, in fewer passes, using less material. Operators can stay on grade and improve productivity and accuracy by nearly 50 percent over conventional methods. Grade stakes and checkers are minimized, helping to make the work site safer and more cost effective. AccuGrade technologies include Cross Slope, Sonic, Laser, GPS, and/or Universal Total Station (UTS).
Product Link helps take the guesswork out of equipment management with remote monitoring capabilities for one machine or your entire fleet. Track asset location, hours, fuel usage, diagnostic codes, idle time and more through the secure VisionLink™ user interface. Knowing where your equipment is, what it's doing and how it's performing enables you or your Cat dealer to manage your fleet in real-time so you can maximize efficiency, improve productivity and lower operating costs.* *Product Link licensing not available in all areas. Please consult your Cat dealer for availability.
System keeps the parking brake engaged and hydraulic implements disabled until the operator is seated and the machine is ready for operation.
Steering becomes less sensitive as ground speed increases for greater operator confidence and control.
An electric hydraulic pump automatically engages in case of a drop in steering pressure so the operator can steer the machine to a stop.
Hydraulic lockout disables all implement functions while still providing machine steering control. This is especially useful while roading.
Brakes are located at each tandem wheel to eliminate braking loads on the power train. Redundant brake systems utilize accumulators to enable stopping in case of machine failure.
Perforated steel tandem walkways and convenient grab rails give you a sturdy platform when moving on, off and around the machine.
Circle Drive Slip Clutch protects the drawbar, circle and moldboard from shock loads if the blade encounters an immovable object and also reduces the possibility of abrupt directional changes in poor traction conditions.
Blade Lift Accumulators help absorb impact loads by allowing vertical blade travel. This optional feature helps reduce wear and also helps reduce impact loading for enhanced operator safety.
Cat motor graders are designed to help you increase uptime and reduce costs. Grouped service points and extended service intervals save maintenance time. A standard Automatic Lubrication System maintains proper grease on working surfaces, increasing component life and purging contaminants from pins and bushings to help prevent damage. Standard Fast-Fill allows customers to refuel in less than four minutes so you can get back on the job quickly.
When it comes to supporting you, Cat dealers are second to none. From machine selection and purchase to maintenance support and rebuilds, Cat dealers have the experience and capabilities to help keep you up and running.
The 160M motor grader comes equipped with a 3.7 m (12 ft) moldboard. Optional 4.3 m (14 ft) and 4.9 m (16 ft) blades are also available. Left side extensions can be added for greater versatility.
Multiple snow plow, snow wing and mounting options increase machine versatility and utilization throughout the year.
A variety of tools are available from Cat Work Tools, including cutting edges, graderbits and end bits, all designed for maximum service life and productivity.
A front mounted push plate or front lift group are available. The front lift group can be combined with a front dozer blade or front scarifier for added versatility.
Made to penetrate tough material fast and rip thoroughly for easier movement with the moldboard. The ripper includes three shanks (with holders for five). Nine scarifier shanks can also be added for additional versatility.
• Integrated machine systems and technologies improve productivity for greater accuracy, allowing the machine to do more work per gallon/liter of fuel.
• Reduced fuel consumption means reduced CO2 emissions.
• Reduced engine noise and quieter cabs mean lower operator and spectator sound levels.
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