Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 140M2 Motor Grader is a powerful and versatile machine designed for precision work in grading and leveling operations. With a host of features and capabilities, this motor grader offers exceptional performance and efficiency on the job site. From its maximum blade position angle of 90 degrees to its hydraulic system pump flow of 55.7 gpm, the 140M2 is equipped to handle a wide range of tasks with ease. Explore the detailed specifications of the Caterpillar 140M2 Motor Grader below to discover why it is the ideal choice for your grading needs.
Blade Tip Range - Backward | 5 degrees |
Blade Tip Range - Forward | 40 degrees |
Circle Centershift - Left | 27 in (70 cm) |
Circle Centershift - Right | 29 in (73 cm) |
Maximum Blade Position Angle | 90 degrees |
Maximum Depth of Cut | 28 in (71 cm) |
Maximum Lift Above Ground | 19 in (48 cm) |
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left | 71 in (179 cm) |
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right | 78 in (198 cm) |
Moldboard Sideshift - Left | 20 in (51 cm) |
Moldboard Sideshift - Right | 26 in (66 cm) |
Blade Tip Angle - Front | 40 degrees |
Blade Tip Angle - Rear | 5 degrees |
Diameter | 60 in (153 cm) |
Max Lift Above Ground | 19 in (48 cm) |
Max Reach Outside Tires - Left | 71 in (179 cm) |
Max Reach Outside Tires - Right | 78 in (198 cm) |
Rotation | 360 degrees |
Shift Left | 27 in (70 cm) |
Shift Right | 29 in (73 cm) |
Blade Base | 8 ft (3 m) |
Front Ground Clearance | 2 ft (1 m) |
Height to Top of Isomount Cab | 11 ft (3 m) |
Overall Length | 29 ft (9 m) |
Rear Ground Clearance | 1 ft (0 m) |
Tandem Axle Wheelbase | 5 ft (2 m) |
Wheelbase | 20 ft (6 m) |
Width Over Tires | 9 ft (3 m) |
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | 193 hp (144 kw) |
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric | 196 hp (146 kw) |
Bore | 5 in (11 cm) |
Derating Altitude | 10,000 ft (3,048 m) |
Displacement | 568 cu in (9,300 cu cm) |
Emissions | U.S. Tier 4 Interim/EU Stage IIIB |
High - Ambient Capability | 122 degrees |
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1550 rpm |
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Minimum | 500 rpm |
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Standard | 1400 rpm |
Maximum Torque | 920 lbs ft (1,247 nm) |
Net Torque Gears 7-8 | 920 lbs ft (1,247 nm) |
Number of Cylinders | 6 |
Power Measured @ | 2100 rpm |
Speed at Rated Power | 2100 rpm |
Standard Capability | 109 degrees |
Stroke | 6 in (15 cm) |
Torque Measured @ | 2100 rpm |
V Plus - Gear 1F, Net | 193 hp (144 kw) |
V Plus - Gear 2F, Net | 202 hp (151 kw) |
V Plus - Gear 3F, Net | 213 hp (159 kw) |
V Plus - Gear 4F, Net | 223 hp (166 kw) |
V Plus - Gear 5F, Net | 228 hp (170 kw) |
V Plus - Gear 6F, Net | 233 hp (174 kw) |
V Plus - Gear 7F, Net | 238 hp (177 kw) |
V Plus - Gear 8F, Net | 243 hp (181 kw) |
V Plus Range - Net | 144-181 kW (193-243) |
V Plus Range - Net - Metric | 144-181 kW (196-246) |
Circle - Blade Beam Thickness | 2 in (4 cm) |
Circle - Diameter | 60 in (153 cm) |
Drawbar - Height | 6 in (15 cm) |
Drawbar - Thickness | 1 in (1 cm) |
Drawbar - Width | 3 in (8 cm) |
Front Axle - Height to Center | 24 in (60 cm) |
Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side | 32 degrees |
Front Axle - Wheel Lean - Left/Right | 18 degrees |
Front Frame Structure - Height | 1 ft (0 m) |
Front Frame Structure - Width | 1 ft (0 m) |
Front-Top/Bottom Plate - Thickness | 1 in (2 cm) |
Front-Top/Bottom Plate - Width | 12 in (30 cm) |
Ground Clearance | 2 ft (1 m) |
Oscillation - Total | 32 degrees |
Wheel Lean | 18 degrees |
Circuit Type | Parallel |
Maximum System Pressure | 3500 psi |
Pump Flow | 56 gpm (211 lpm) |
Pump Output | 56 gpm (211 lpm) |
Pump Type | Variable Piston |
Relief Valve Pressure | 3500 psi |
Reservoir Tank Capacity | 16 gal (60 l) |
Standby Pressure | 609 psi |
Arc Radius | 16 in (41 cm) |
Blade Down Pressure | 22,884 lbs (10,380 kg) |
Blade Down Pressure - Base GVW | 16,365 lbs (7,423 kg) |
Blade Down Pressure - Maximum GVW | 29,196 lbs (13,243 kg) |
Blade Pull - Base GVW | 25,765 lbs (11,687 kg) |
Blade Pull - Maximum GVW | 34,072 lbs (15,455 kg) |
Blade Pull at Max Weight | 20,044 lbs (9,092 kg) |
Blade Width | 12 ft (4 m) |
Cutting Edge Thickness | 1 in (2 cm) |
Cutting Edge Width | 6 in (15 cm) |
End Bit - Thickness | 1 in (2 cm) |
End Bit - Width | 6 in (15 cm) |
Max Depth of Cut | 28 in (72 cm) |
Moldboard - Height | 24 in (61 cm) |
Moldboard - Thickness | 1 in (2 cm) |
Moldboard Height | 24 in (61 cm) |
Moldboard Thickness | 1 in (2 cm) |
Moldboard Width | 12 ft (4 m) |
Side Shift Left | 20 in (51 cm) |
Side Shift Right | 26 in (66 cm) |
Throat Clearance | 7 in (17 cm) |
Articulation Angle - Left/Right | 20 degrees |
Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity | 2 gal (7 l) |
Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 15 gal (56 l) |
Forward - 1st | 3 mph (4 kph) |
Forward - 2nd | 3 mph (5 kph) |
Forward - 3rd | 5 mph (8 kph) |
Forward - 4th | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Forward - 5th | 11 mph (17 kph) |
Forward - 6th | 15 mph (23 kph) |
Forward - 7th | 20 mph (32 kph) |
Forward - 8th | 29 mph (47 kph) |
Fuel Capacity | 110 gal (416 l) |
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 27 gal (100 l) |
Max Operation Weight - Front Axle | 13,343 lbs (6,052 kg) |
Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle | 36,444 lbs (16,531 kg) |
Max Operation Weight - Total | 49,787 lbs (22,583 kg) |
Oil System Fluid Capacity | 8 gal (30 l) |
Reverse - 1st | 2 |
Reverse - 2nd | 4 mph (6 kph) |
Reverse - 3rd | 5 mph (9 kph) |
Reverse - 4th | 8 mph (14 kph) |
Reverse - 5th | 16 mph (25 kph) |
Reverse - 6th | 23 mph (37 kph) |
Steering Range - Left/Right | 47.5 degrees |
Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each) | 17 gal (64 l) |
Top Speed - Forward | 29 mph (47 kph) |
Top Speed - Reverse | 23 mph (37 kph) |
Transmission Fluid Capacity | 17 gal (65 l) |
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires | 25 ft (8 m) |
Brakes - Parking | Multiple Oil Disc |
Brakes - Secondary | Dual Circuit |
Brakes - Service | Multiple Oil Disc |
Brakes - Service - Surface Area | 3,565 cu in (58,420 cu cm) |
Forward/Reverse Gears | 8 Fwd/6 Rev |
Transmission | Direct Drive Powershift |
Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised | 41 in (103 cm) |
Penetration Force | 20,693 lbs (9,386 kg) |
Pry-Out Force | 27,655 lbs (12,544 kg) |
Ripper Shank Holder Spacing | 21 in (53 cm) |
Ripper Shank Holders | 5 |
Ripping Depth - Maximum | 17 in (43 cm) |
Front, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 18 in (47 cm) |
Front, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 41 in (103 cm) |
Front, V-Type - Working Width | 47 in (120 cm) |
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 5 in (12 cm) |
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 18 in (47 cm) |
Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Working Width | 41 in (103 cm) |
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 5 in (12 cm) |
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holders | 11 |
Mid, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 12 in (29 cm) |
Mid, V-Type - Working Width | 47 in (118 cm) |
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 11 in (27 cm) |
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holders | 9 |
Rear - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 17 in (43 cm) |
Rear - Working Width | 84 in (213 cm) |
Circle Drive Housing | 2 gal (7 l) |
Cooling System | 15 gal (56 l) |
Engine Oil | 8 gal (30 l) |
Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing | 0 gal (1 l) |
Fuel Capacity | 110 gal (416 l) |
Hydraulic System - Tank | 17 gal (64 l) |
Hydraulic System - Total | 26 gal (100 l) |
Tandem Housing - Each | 17 gal (64 l) |
Transmission - Differential - Final Drives | 17 gal (65 l) |
Brakes | ISO 3450 ISO 10265 |
ROPS/FOPS | ISO 3471/ISO 3499 |
Sound | ISO 6394; ISO 6395 |
Steering | ISO 5010 |
Articulation Angle | 20 degrees |
Turning Radius | 26 ft (8 m) |
Drive Chain Pitch | 2 in (5 cm) |
Height | 20 in (51 cm) |
Sidewall Thickness - Inner | 1 in (2 cm) |
Sidewall Thickness - Outer | 1 in (2 cm) |
Tandem Oscillation - Front Down | 25 degrees |
Tandem Oscillation - Front Up | 15 degrees |
Wheel Axle Spacing | 60 in (152 cm) |
Width | 8 in (21 cm) |
Max Speed - Forward | 29 mph (47 kph) |
Max Speed - Reverse | 23 mph (37 kph) |
Number of Gears - Forward | 8 |
Number of Gears - Reverse | 6 |
Transmission Type | Direct Drive Powershift |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle | 9,534 lbs (4,325 kg) |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle | 28,381 lbs (12,873 kg) |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total | 37,916 lbs (17,198 kg) |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle | 17,009 lbs (7,715 kg) |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle | 37,860 lbs (17,173 kg) |
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total | 54,869 lbs (24,888 kg) |
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | 43,686 lbs (19,816 kg) |
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle | 12,483 lbs (5,662 kg) |
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle | 31,203 lbs (14,153 kg) |
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped - Total | 43,686 lbs (19,816 kg) |