The Caterpillar 160M2 Motor Grader is a powerful and versatile machine designed to tackle a variety of grading tasks with precision and efficiency. With a robust engine delivering 213 horsepower and a range of blade and circle adjustments, this motor grader offers exceptional control and performance. From its maximum blade position angle of 90 degrees to its high ambient capability of 122 degrees, the 160M2 is engineered to excel in diverse working conditions. With features like a hydraulic system pump flow of 55.5 gpm and ripper penetration force of 20,443 lbs, this motor grader is a top choice for heavy-duty grading operations. Discover more about the impressive capabilities of the Caterpillar 160M2 through its detailed specifications below.
| Blade Tip Range - Backward | 5 degrees
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| Blade Tip Range - Forward | 40 degrees
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| Circle Centershift - Left | 27 in (70 cm)
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| Circle Centershift - Right | 29 in (73 cm)
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| Maximum Blade Position Angle | 90 degrees
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| Maximum Depth of Cut | 30 in (75 cm)
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| Maximum Lift Above Ground | 18 in (45 cm)
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| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left | 82 in (209 cm)
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| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right | 90 in (228 cm)
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| Moldboard Sideshift - Left | 20 in (51 cm)
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| Moldboard Sideshift - Right | 26 in (66 cm)
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| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | 213 hp (159 kw)
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| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric | 216 hp (161 kw)
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| Base Power (All Gears) - Net | 213 hp (159 kw)
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| Bore | 5 in (11 cm)
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| Derating Altitude | 10,000 ft (3,048 m)
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| Emissions | U.S. Tier 4 Interim/EU Stage IIIB
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| Engine Model | Cat C9.3 ACERT
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| High - Ambient Capability | 122 degrees
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| High Ambient - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1550 rpm
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| High Ambient - Fan Speed - Minimum | 500 rpm
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| High Ambient - Fan Speed - Standard | 1400 rpm
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| Maximum Torque | 1,000 lbs ft (1,356 nm)
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| Net Torque Gears 7-8 | 1,000 lbs ft (1,356 nm)
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| Number of Cylinders | 6
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| Power Measured @ | 2100 rpm
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| Speed at Rated Power | 2100 rpm
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| Standard Capability | 109 degrees
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| Stroke | 6 in (15 cm)
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| Torque Measured @ | 2100 rpm
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| V Plus - Gear 1F, Net | 213 hp (159 kw)
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| V Plus - Gear 2F, Net | 223 hp (166 kw)
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| V Plus - Gear 3F, Net | 233 hp (174 kw)
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| V Plus - Gear 4F, Net | 243 hp (181 kw)
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| V Plus - Gear 5F, Net | 248 hp (185 kw)
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| V Plus - Gear 6F, Net | 253 hp (189 kw)
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| V Plus - Gear 7F, Net | 258 hp (192 kw)
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| V Plus - Gear 8F, Net | 263 hp (196 kw)
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| V Plus Range - Net | 159-196 kW (213-263)
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| V Plus Range - Net - Metric | 159-196 kW (216-267)
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| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 150 amps
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| Articulation Angle - Left/Right | 20 degrees
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| Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity | 2 gal (7 l)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 15 gal (56 l)
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| Forward - 1st | 3 mph (4 kph)
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| Forward - 2nd | 4 mph (6 kph)
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| Forward - 3rd | 5 mph (8 kph)
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| Forward - 4th | 7 mph (11 kph)
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| Forward - 5th | 11 mph (17 kph)
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| Forward - 6th | 15 mph (24 kph)
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| Forward - 7th | 20 mph (33 kph)
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| Forward - 8th | 30 mph (47 kph)
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| Fuel Capacity | 110 gal (416 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 26 gal (100 l)
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| Max Operation Weight - Front Axle | 13,343 lbs (6,052 kg)
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| Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle | 36,444 lbs (16,531 kg)
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| Max Operation Weight - Total | 52,795 lbs (23,947 kg)
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| Oil System Fluid Capacity | 8 gal (30 l)
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| Operating Voltage | 24 volts
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| Reverse - 1st | 2
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| Reverse - 2nd | 4 mph (6 kph)
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| Reverse - 3rd | 6 mph (9 kph)
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| Reverse - 4th | 9 mph (14 kph)
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| Reverse - 5th | 16 mph (26 kph)
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| Reverse - 6th | 23 mph (37 kph)
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| Steering Range - Left/Right | 47.5 degrees
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| Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each) | 17 gal (64 l)
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| Top Speed - Forward | 30 mph (47 kph)
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| Top Speed - Reverse | 23 mph (37 kph)
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| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 17 gal (65 l)
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| Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires | 25 ft (8 m)
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| Front, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 18 in (47 cm)
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| Front, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 41 in (103 cm)
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| Front, V-Type - Working Width | 47 in (120 cm)
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| Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 5 in (12 cm)
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| Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 18 in (47 cm)
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| Front, V-Type, 5 or 11 Tooth - Working Width | 41 in (103 cm)
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| Mid, Straight - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 4 in (11 cm)
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| Mid, Straight - Scarifier Shank Holders | 17
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| Mid, Straight - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 13 in (32 cm)
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| Mid, Straight - Working Width | 71 in (180 cm)
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| Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 5 in (12 cm)
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| Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holders | 11
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| Mid, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 12 in (29 cm)
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| Mid, V-Type - Working Width | 47 in (118 cm)
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| Rear - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing | 11 in (27 cm)
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| Rear - Scarifier Shank Holders | 9
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| Rear - Scarifying Depth, Maximum | 17 in (43 cm)
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| Rear - Working Width | 84 in (213 cm)
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