Machine models
Cat 16 and 18 specifications
| Listing-entry count |
|---|
| 3 |
Short answer
Cat 16 and 18: motor graders.
| Configuration | Documented field and quantity |
|---|---|
| 16 |
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| 18 |
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| Publisher name | Source guide | Listing-entry count | Labels named by the source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat | 16 and 18 | 3 | 16, 16, and 18 |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | 290 hp | 291 hp | 304 hp |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cat® C13 | Cat® C13 ACERT™ VHP | Cat® C13 |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bore | 5.1 in | 5.1 in | 5.1 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stroke | 6.2 in | 6.2 in | 6.2 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed at Rated Power | 2,000 rpm | 2,000 rpm | 2,000 rpm |
| Specification | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent | 1,270 lb/ft | 1,270 lb/ft |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent | 1,270 lb/ft | 1,270 lb/ft |
| Emissions (2) | Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent Emission Standards – depending on emission standards of specific country | Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent Emission Standards |
| Torque Rise - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent | 39% | 38% |
| VHP Range - Net - Metric | 216-259 kW (294-353 hp) | 227-266 kW (309-362 hp) |
| Emissions (3) | Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards – depending on emission standards of specific country | Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards |
| Torque Rise - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent | 39% | 38% |
| Emissions (1) | US EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) | US EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) |
| VHP Range - Net | 216-259 kW (290-348 hp) | 227-266 kW (304-357 hp) |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4) | 1,306 lb/ft |
| Torque Rise - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4) | 43% |
| Maximum Torque | 1,263 lb/ft |
| High - Ambient Capability | 122 °F |
| High Ambient - Fan Speed - Minimum | 550 rpm |
| Torque Rise | 46% |
| High Ambient - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1,450 rpm |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard - Ambient Capability | 122 °F | 109 °F | 122 °F |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric | 294 hp | 295 hp | 309 hp |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard - Fan Speed - Minimum | 550 rpm | 550 rpm | 550 rpm |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1,450 rpm | 1,200 rpm | 1,450 rpm |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optimized VHP Range - Net | 216-259 kW (290-348 hp) | 217-243 kW (291-326 hp) | 227-266 kW (304-357 hp) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 763 in³ | 763 in³ | 763 in³ |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Specification | 18 |
|---|---|
| Torque Rise - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) | 40% |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) | 1,306 lb/ft |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | 71,454 lb | 67,600 lb | 74,324 lb |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle | 50,322 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total | 67,600 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total | 60,862 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total | 82,784 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle | 17,278 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle | 25,353 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle | 44,310 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle | 57,431 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle | 16,552 lb |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blade Width | 16 ft | 16 ft | 18 ft |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arc Radius | 16.3 in | 16.3 in | 16.3 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Throat Clearance | 5 in | 4.9 in | 5 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 1 in | 1 in | 1 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| End Bit - Width | 6 in | 6 in | 6 in |
| Specification | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Blade Pull* - Base GVW | 41,039 lb | 47,216 lb |
| Down Force - Maximum GVW | 43,861 lb | 43,861 lb |
| Down Force - Base GVW | 30,743 lb | 34,008 lb |
| Blade Pull* - Maximum GVW | 52,878 lb | 52,878 lb |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Edge Width | 8 in | 8 in | 10 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Edge Thickness | 1 in | 1 in | 1.4 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 31 in | 31 in | 31 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 16 ft | 16 ft | 18 ft |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| End Bit - Thickness | 0.75 in | 0.75 in | 0.75 in |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Blade Pull - Maximum GVW | 48,554 lb |
| Blade Pull - Base GVW | 38,781 lb |
| Down Pressure - Base GVW | 29,154 lb |
| Down Pressure - Maximum GVW | 44,047 lb |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 131 gal (US) | 141 gal (US) | 131 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooling System | 18.5 gal (US) | 16 gal (US) | 18.5 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| DEF Tank | 4.2 gal (US) | 4.2 gal (US) |
| Transmission - Differential - Final Drives | 30.1 gal (US) | 26 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic System - Total | 38.6 gal (US) | 30.1 gal (US) | 38.6 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic System - Tank | 18.5 gal (US) | 17.2 gal (US) | 18.5 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil | 9.5 gal (US) | 7.9 gal (US) | 9.5 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandem Housing - Each | 34 gal (US) | 32.1 gal (US) | 34 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing | 0.24 gal (US) | 0.24 gal (US) | 0.24 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle Drive Housing | 2.6 gal (US) | 2.1 gal (US) | 2.6 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward/Reverse Gears | 8 Forward | 8 Forward | 8 Forward |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft |
| Specification | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes - Dynamic Brake Torque per Wheel | 27,069 lb/ft | 27,069 lb/ft |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes - Secondary | Oil-actuated, oil-disc | Oil-actuated, oil-disc | Oil-actuated, oil-disc |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes - Service | Oil-actuated, oil disc | Oil-actuated, oil-disc | Oil-actuated, oil disc |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes - Parking | Spring applied, hydraulically released | Spring applied, hydraulically released | Spring applied, hydraulically released |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Brakes - Service - Surface Area | 7,724 in² / 49830 cm² |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circuit Type | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pump Type | Variable piston | Variable piston | Variable piston |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum System Pressure | 3,590 psi | 3,500 psi | 3,590 psi |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standby Pressure | 856 psi | 450 psi | 856 psi |
| Specification | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Output* | 74 gpm | 74 gpm |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Pump Output | 74 gpm |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Blade Position Angle | 65° | 65° | 65° |
| Maximum Lift Above Ground | 15.7 in | 15.6 in | 15.7 in |
| Maximum Depth of Cut | 18.5 in | 19.2 in | 18.5 in |
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right | 91 in | 101.9 in | 103 in |
| Moldboard Sideshift - Left | 29.1 in | 25.6 in | 29.1 in |
| Circle Centershift - Right | 22 in | 23.5 in | 22 in |
| Circle Centershift - Left | 27.2 in | 25.5 in | 27.2 in |
| Moldboard Sideshift - Right | 31.1 in | 43.1 in | 31.1 in |
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left | 91 in | 90 in | 103 in |
| Blade Tip Range - Forward | 40° | 40° | 40° |
| Blade Tip Range - Backward | 5° | 5° | 5° |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Range - Left/Right | 47.5° | 47.5° | 47.5° |
| Forward - 6th | 16 mph | 16 mph | 16 mph |
| Forward - 4th | 7.6 mph | 7.6 mph | 7.6 mph |
| Forward - 5th | 11.8 mph | 11.8 mph | 11.8 mph |
| Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires | 30.5 ft | 29.2 ft | 30.5 ft |
| Forward - 7th | 22 mph | 22 mph | 22 mph |
| Top Speed - Forward | 32.1 mph | 32.1 mph | 32.1 mph |
| Forward - 3rd | 5.5 mph | 5.5 mph | 5.5 mph |
| Reverse - 6th | 25.3 mph | 25.3 mph | 25.3 mph |
| Reverse - 5th | 17.4 mph | 17.4 mph | 17.4 mph |
| Reverse - 2nd | 4.1 mph | 4.1 mph | 4.1 mph |
| Reverse - 3rd | 6 mph | 6 mph | 6 mph |
| Forward - 8th | 32.1 mph | 32.1 mph | 32.1 mph |
| Reverse - 1st | 2.2 mph | 2.2 mph | 2.2 mph |
| Forward - 1st | 2.8 mph | 2.8 mph | 2.8 mph |
| Top Speed - Reverse | 25.4 mph | 25.3 mph | 25.3 mph |
| Forward - 2nd | 3.8 mph | 3.8 mph | 3.8 mph |
| Reverse - 4th | 9.3 mph | 9.3 mph | 9.3 mph |
| Articulation Angle - Left/Right | 20° | 20° | 20° |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Frame Structure - Height | 18.1 in | 14 in | 18.1 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Frame Structure - Width | 14 in | 12.8 in | 14 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drawbar - Width | 3 in | 3 in | 3 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drawbar - Height | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side | 35° | 32.0° | 35° |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle - Diameter | 71.7 in | 71.75 in | 71.7 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle - Blade Beam Thickness | 2 in | 2 in | 2 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Frame Structure - Thickness | 0.6 in | 0.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Specification | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Axle - Wheel Lean | 18° Left/17° Right | 18° Left/17° Right |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle - Height to Center | 26.4 in | 27.1 in | 26.4 in |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Front Axle - Wheel Lean - Left/Right | 18.2° |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandem Oscillation - Front Up | 15° | 15° | 15° |
| Sidewall Thickness - Outer | 0.9 in | 0.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Sidewall Thickness - Inner | 0.9 in | 0.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Tandem Oscillation - Front Down | 25° | 25° | 25° |
| Height | 25.5 in | 25.5 in | 25.5 in |
| Width | 9.3 in | 9.3 in | 9.3 in |
| Drive Chain Pitch | 2.5 in | 2.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Wheel Axle Spacing | 72.5 in | 72.5 in | 72.5 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ripping Depth - Maximum | 17.8 in | 17.8 in | 17.8 in |
| Shank Holder Spacing - Minimum | 17.5 in | 17.5 in | 17.5 in |
| Shank Holder Spacing - Maximum | 20 in | 20 in | 20 in |
| Ripper Shank Holders | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Penetration Force | 30,311 lb | 25,088 lb | 30,311 lb |
| Pry-Out Force | 43,700 lb | 38,508 lb | 43,700 lb |
| Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised | 63.4 in | 63.4 in | 63.4 in |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Total | 84,877 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Total | 63,528 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle | 52,201 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total | 71,454 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Front Axle | 26,125 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle | 19,253 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Rear Axle | 58,753 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Front Axle | 17,932 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Rear Axle | 45,596 lb |
| Specification | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Clearance - Rear Axle | 15.6 in | 16.7 in |
| Length - Counterweight to Ripper | 474.4 in | 474.4 in |
| Length - Front Axle to Moldboard | 120.7 in | 120.7 in |
| Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem | 290 in | 290 in |
| Height - Top of Cylinders | 121.6 in | 122.6 in |
| Width - Tire Center Lines | 106.4 in | 106.4 in |
| Width - Outside Rear Tires | 134.3 in | 134.3 in |
| Length - Between Tandem Axles | 72.5 in | 72.5 in |
| Height - Top of Cab | 146.4 in | 147.5 in |
| Width - Outside Front Tires | 134.3 in | 134.3 in |
| Height - Front Axle Center | 28.9 in | 29.9 in |
| Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine - Including Tow Hitch | 417 in | 417 in |
| Height - Exhaust Stack | 140 in | 141.1 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | ISO 5010:2007 | ISO 5010:2007 | ISO 5010: 2007 |
| Brakes | ISO 3450:2011 | ISO 3450 | ISO 3450: 2011 |
| Sound | ISO 6394:2008/ISO 6395:2008/ISO 6396:2008 | ISO 6394/ISO 6395 | ISO 6394: 2008/ISO 6395: 2008/ISO 6396: 2008 |
| ROPS/FOPS | ISO 3471:2008/ISO 3449:2005 | ISO 3471/ISO 3499 | ISO 3471: 2008/ISO 3449: 2005 |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th | 298 hp |
| Gear - Forward 8th | 348 hp |
| Gear - Forward 3rd | 298 hp |
| Gear - Forward 6th | 320 hp |
| Gear - Forward 5th | 311 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 1st | 290 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 2nd | 290 hp |
| Gear - Forward 4th | 304 hp |
| Gear - Forward 7th | 328 hp |
| Gear - Forward 1st | 290 hp |
| Gear - Forward 2nd | 290 hp |
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Gear - Forward 4th | 309 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 1st | 294 hp |
| Gear - Forward 3rd | 302 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th | 302 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 2nd | 294 hp |
| Gear - Forward 7th | 332 hp |
| Gear - Forward 6th | 325 hp |
| Gear - Forward 8th | 353 hp |
| Gear - Forward 1st | 294 hp |
| Gear - Forward 5th | 315 hp |
| Gear - Forward 2nd | 294 hp |
| Specification | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (1) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 2 Star | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 2 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (2) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 1 Star | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 1 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (3) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VJT 1 Star | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VJT 1 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (4) | Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XHA 2 Star | Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XHA 2 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (5) | Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XLDD 2 Star L5 | Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XLDD 2 Star L5 |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 2 kg (4.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.860 metric tonnes (3.152 tons) | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 2 kg (4.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.860 metric tonnes (3.152 tons) |
| Specification | 18 |
|---|---|
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle | 53,830 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Total | 72,298 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Rear Axle | 58,753 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Front Axle | 26,125 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle | 20,494 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Front Axle | 19,837 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Total | 84,877 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total | 74,324 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Rear Axle | 52,461 lb |
| Specification | 18 |
|---|---|
| Gear - Forward 1st | 309 hp |
| Gear - Forward 2nd | 309 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 2nd | 309 hp |
| Gear - Forward 4th | 325 hp |
| Gear - Forward 6th | 341 hp |
| Gear - Forward 5th | 332 hp |
| Gear - Forward 8th | 362 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 1st | 309 hp |
| Gear - Forward 3rd | 315 hp |
| Gear - Forward 7th | 347 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th | 315 hp |
| Specification | 18 |
|---|---|
| Gear - Forward 4th | 321 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 2nd | 304 hp |
| Gear - Forward 1st | 304 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th | 311 hp |
| Gear - Forward 3rd | 311 hp |
| Gear - Forward 5th | 327 hp |
| Gear - Forward 7th | 342 hp |
| Gear - Forward 2nd | 304 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 1st | 304 hp |
| Gear - Forward 6th | 337 hp |
| Gear - Forward 8th | 357 hp |
| Source guide | Differing-field count reported |
|---|---|
| 16 and 18 | 169 |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | 290 hp | 291 hp | 304 hp |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cat® C13 | Cat® C13 ACERT™ VHP | Cat® C13 |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard - Ambient Capability | 122 °F | 109 °F | 122 °F |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric | 294 hp | 295 hp | 309 hp |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1,450 rpm | 1,200 rpm | 1,450 rpm |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optimized VHP Range - Net | 216-259 kW (290-348 hp) | 217-243 kW (291-326 hp) | 227-266 kW (304-357 hp) |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | 71,454 lb | 67,600 lb | 74,324 lb |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blade Width | 16 ft | 16 ft | 18 ft |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Throat Clearance | 5 in | 4.9 in | 5 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Edge Width | 8 in | 8 in | 10 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Edge Thickness | 1 in | 1 in | 1.4 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 16 ft | 16 ft | 18 ft |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 131 gal (US) | 141 gal (US) | 131 gal (US) |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooling System | 18.5 gal (US) | 16 gal (US) | 18.5 gal (US) |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic System - Total | 38.6 gal (US) | 30.1 gal (US) | 38.6 gal (US) |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic System - Tank | 18.5 gal (US) | 17.2 gal (US) | 18.5 gal (US) |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil | 9.5 gal (US) | 7.9 gal (US) | 9.5 gal (US) |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandem Housing - Each | 34 gal (US) | 32.1 gal (US) | 34 gal (US) |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle Drive Housing | 2.6 gal (US) | 2.1 gal (US) | 2.6 gal (US) |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes - Service | Oil-actuated, oil disc | Oil-actuated, oil-disc | Oil-actuated, oil disc |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum System Pressure | 3,590 psi | 3,500 psi | 3,590 psi |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standby Pressure | 856 psi | 450 psi | 856 psi |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Lift Above Ground | 15.7 in | 15.6 in | 15.7 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Depth of Cut | 18.5 in | 19.2 in | 18.5 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right | 91 in | 101.9 in | 103 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moldboard Sideshift - Left | 29.1 in | 25.6 in | 29.1 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle Centershift - Right | 22 in | 23.5 in | 22 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle Centershift - Left | 27.2 in | 25.5 in | 27.2 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moldboard Sideshift - Right | 31.1 in | 43.1 in | 31.1 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left | 91 in | 90 in | 103 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward - 6th | 16 mph | 16 mph | 16 mph |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires | 30.5 ft | 29.2 ft | 30.5 ft |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Speed - Reverse | 25.4 mph | 25.3 mph | 25.3 mph |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Articulation Angle - Left/Right | 20° | 20° | 20° |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Frame Structure - Height | 18.1 in | 14 in | 18.1 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Frame Structure - Width | 14 in | 12.8 in | 14 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side | 35° | 32.0° | 35° |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
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| Circle - Diameter | 71.7 in | 71.75 in | 71.7 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
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| Front Axle - Height to Center | 26.4 in | 27.1 in | 26.4 in |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
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| Penetration Force | 30,311 lb | 25,088 lb | 30,311 lb |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
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| Pry-Out Force | 43,700 lb | 38,508 lb | 43,700 lb |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
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| Steering | ISO 5010:2007 | ISO 5010:2007 | ISO 5010: 2007 |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
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| Brakes | ISO 3450:2011 | ISO 3450 | ISO 3450: 2011 |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
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| Sound | ISO 6394:2008/ISO 6395:2008/ISO 6396:2008 | ISO 6394/ISO 6395 | ISO 6394: 2008/ISO 6395: 2008/ISO 6396: 2008 |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROPS/FOPS | ISO 3471:2008/ISO 3449:2005 | ISO 3471/ISO 3499 | ISO 3471: 2008/ISO 3449: 2005 |
| What changes | 16 | 16 | 18 |
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| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 2 kg (4.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.860 metric tonnes (3.152 tons) | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 2 kg (4.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.860 metric tonnes (3.152 tons) |
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| Heavy Equipment Forums | motor grader | Cat and the 16, 18. That is too few titles to say what owners mostly ask about, so the most recent are listed instead | 12 |
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| 2026-09-25 | MachineryTrader | Cat motor grader | 70 |
| Model | Listed | Model years | Lowest asking | Highest asking | Median asking | Median hours |
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| 16 | 68 | 1965 to 2024 | $20,562 | $1,335,000 | $106,250 | 2,593 |
| 18 | 2 | 2024 | $2,035 | $2,035 | $2,035 | None shown |
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| Title count | 12 |
| Forum indexes | Heavy Equipment Forums |
| Search wording | the 16 and 18 motor grader |
| Latest title quoted by the reference | Factory Password Caterpillar 18 Digits |
Cat 16 and 18: Configuration records
16
| Specification | Source figure |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | 290 hp |
| Engine Model | Cat® C13 |
| Bore | 5.1 in |
| Stroke | 6.2 in |
| Speed at Rated Power | 2,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent | 1,270 lb/ft |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4) | 1,306 lb/ft |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent | 1,270 lb/ft |
| Emissions (2) | Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent Emission Standards – depending on emission standards of specific country |
| Torque Rise - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4) | 43% |
| Torque Rise - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent | 39% |
| Standard - Ambient Capability | 122 °F |
| VHP Range - Net - Metric | 216-259 kW (294-353 hp) |
| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric | 294 hp |
| Standard - Fan Speed - Minimum | 550 rpm |
| Standard - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1,450 rpm |
| Emissions (3) | Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards – depending on emission standards of specific country |
| Torque Rise - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent | 39% |
| Emissions (1) | US EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) |
| VHP Range - Net | 216-259 kW (290-348 hp) |
| Optimized VHP Range - Net | 216-259 kW (290-348 hp) |
| Displacement | 763 in³ |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Maximum Torque | 1,263 lb/ft |
| High - Ambient Capability | 122 °F |
| High Ambient - Fan Speed - Minimum | 550 rpm |
| Torque Rise | 46% |
| High Ambient - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1,450 rpm |
| Weights | |
| Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | 71,454 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total | 60,862 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total | 82,784 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle | 25,353 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle | 44,310 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle | 57,431 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle | 16,552 lb |
| Moldboard | |
| Blade Width | 16 ft |
| Arc Radius | 16.3 in |
| Throat Clearance | 5 in |
| Thickness | 1 in |
| End Bit - Width | 6 in |
| Blade Pull* - Base GVW | 41,039 lb |
| Cutting Edge Width | 8 in |
| Cutting Edge Thickness | 1 in |
| Down Force - Maximum GVW | 43,861 lb |
| Down Force - Base GVW | 30,743 lb |
| Blade Pull* - Maximum GVW | 52,878 lb |
| End Bit - Thickness | 0.75 in |
| Blade Pull - Maximum GVW | 48,554 lb |
| Blade Pull - Base GVW | 38,781 lb |
| Down Pressure - Base GVW | 29,154 lb |
| Down Pressure - Maximum GVW | 44,047 lb |
| Service Refill | |
| Fuel Capacity | 131 gal (US) |
| Cooling System | 18.5 gal (US) |
| DEF Tank | 4.2 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic System - Total | 38.6 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic System - Tank | 18.5 gal (US) |
| Engine Oil | 9.5 gal (US) |
| Tandem Housing - Each | 34 gal (US) |
| Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing | 0.24 gal (US) |
| Circle Drive Housing | 2.6 gal (US) |
| Transmission - Differential - Final Drives | 30.1 gal (US) |
| Power Train | |
| Forward/Reverse Gears | 8 Forward |
| Transmission | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft |
| Brakes - Dynamic Brake Torque per Wheel | 27,069 lb/ft |
| Brakes - Secondary | Oil-actuated, oil-disc |
| Brakes - Service | Oil-actuated, oil disc |
| Brakes - Parking | Spring applied, hydraulically released |
| Brakes - Service - Surface Area | 7,724 in² / 49830 cm² |
| Hydraulic System | |
| Circuit Type | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center |
| Pump Type | Variable piston |
| Maximum System Pressure | 3,590 psi |
| Standby Pressure | 856 psi |
| Pump Output* | 74 gpm |
| Pump Output | 74 gpm |
| Blade Range | |
| Maximum Blade Position Angle | 65° |
| Maximum Lift Above Ground | 15.7 in |
| Maximum Depth of Cut | 18.5 in |
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right | 91 in |
| Moldboard Sideshift - Left | 29.1 in |
| Circle Centershift - Right | 22 in |
| Circle Centershift - Left | 27.2 in |
| Moldboard Sideshift - Right | 31.1 in |
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left | 91 in |
| Blade Tip Range - Forward | 40° |
| Blade Tip Range - Backward | 5° |
| Operating Specifications | |
| Steering Range - Left/Right | 47.5° |
| Forward - 6th | 16 mph |
| Forward - 4th | 7.6 mph |
| Forward - 5th | 11.8 mph |
| Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires | 30.5 ft |
| Forward - 7th | 22 mph |
| Top Speed - Forward | 32.1 mph |
| Forward - 3rd | 5.5 mph |
| Reverse - 6th | 25.3 mph |
| Reverse - 5th | 17.4 mph |
| Reverse - 2nd | 4.1 mph |
| Reverse - 3rd | 6 mph |
| Forward - 8th | 32.1 mph |
| Reverse - 1st | 2.2 mph |
| Forward - 1st | 2.8 mph |
| Top Speed - Reverse | 25.4 mph |
| Forward - 2nd | 3.8 mph |
| Reverse - 4th | 9.3 mph |
| Articulation Angle - Left/Right | 20° |
| Frame | |
| Front Frame Structure - Height | 18.1 in |
| Front Frame Structure - Width | 14 in |
| Drawbar - Width | 3 in |
| Drawbar - Height | 8 in |
| Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side | 35° |
| Circle - Diameter | 71.7 in |
| Circle - Blade Beam Thickness | 2 in |
| Front Frame Structure - Thickness | 0.6 in |
| Front Axle - Wheel Lean | 18° Left/17° Right |
| Front Axle - Height to Center | 26.4 in |
| Front Axle - Wheel Lean - Left/Right | 18.2° |
| Tandems | |
| Tandem Oscillation - Front Up | 15° |
| Sidewall Thickness - Outer | 0.9 in |
| Sidewall Thickness - Inner | 0.9 in |
| Tandem Oscillation - Front Down | 25° |
| Drive Chain Pitch | 2.5 in |
| Wheel Axle Spacing | 72.5 in |
| Ripper | |
| Ripping Depth - Maximum | 17.8 in |
| Shank Holder Spacing - Minimum | 17.5 in |
| Shank Holder Spacing - Maximum | 20 in |
| Ripper Shank Holders | 7 |
| Penetration Force | 30,311 lb |
| Pry-Out Force | 43,700 lb |
| Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised | 63.4 in |
| Dimensions (Approximate) | |
| Ground Clearance - Rear Axle | 15.6 in |
| Length - Counterweight to Ripper | 474.4 in |
| Length - Front Axle to Moldboard | 120.7 in |
| Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem | 290 in |
| Height - Top of Cylinders | 121.6 in |
| Width - Tire Center Lines | 106.4 in |
| Width - Outside Rear Tires | 134.3 in |
| Length - Between Tandem Axles | 72.5 in |
| Height - Top of Cab | 146.4 in |
| Width - Outside Front Tires | 134.3 in |
| Height - Front Axle Center | 28.9 in |
| Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine - Including Tow Hitch | 417 in |
| Height - Exhaust Stack | 140 in |
| Standards | |
| Steering | ISO 5010:2007 |
| Brakes | ISO 3450:2011 |
| Sound | ISO 6394:2008/ISO 6395:2008/ISO 6396:2008 |
| ROPS/FOPS | ISO 3471:2008/ISO 3449:2005 |
| Optional Tire Arrangements | |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (1) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 2 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (2) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 1 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (3) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VJT 1 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (4) | Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XHA 2 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (5) | Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XLDD 2 Star L5 |
| Air Conditioning System | |
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 2 kg (4.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.860 metric tonnes (3.152 tons) |
| Additional specifications | |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle | 50,322 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total | 67,600 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle | 17,278 lb |
| Height | 31 in |
| Width | 16 ft |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Total | 84,877 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Total | 63,528 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Front Axle | 26,125 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Rear Axle | 58,753 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Front Axle | 17,932 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Rear Axle | 45,596 lb |
| Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th | 298 hp |
| Gear - Forward 8th | 348 hp |
| Gear - Forward 3rd | 298 hp |
| Gear - Forward 6th | 320 hp |
| Gear - Forward 5th | 311 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 1st | 290 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 2nd | 290 hp |
| Gear - Forward 4th | 304 hp |
| Gear - Forward 7th | 328 hp |
| Gear - Forward 1st | 290 hp |
| Gear - Forward 2nd | 290 hp |
18
| Specification | Source figure |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net | 304 hp |
| Engine Model | Cat® C13 |
| Bore | 5.1 in |
| Stroke | 6.2 in |
| Speed at Rated Power | 2,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent | 1,270 lb/ft |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent | 1,270 lb/ft |
| Emissions (2) | Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent Emission Standards |
| Torque Rise - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent | 38% |
| Standard - Ambient Capability | 122 °F |
| VHP Range - Net - Metric | 227-266 kW (309-362 hp) |
| Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric | 309 hp |
| Standard - Fan Speed - Minimum | 550 rpm |
| Standard - Fan Speed - Maximum | 1,450 rpm |
| Emissions (3) | Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards |
| Torque Rise - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent | 38% |
| Emissions (1) | US EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) |
| VHP Range - Net | 227-266 kW (304-357 hp) |
| Optimized VHP Range - Net | 227-266 kW (304-357 hp) |
| Displacement | 763 in³ |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Torque Rise - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) | 40% |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) | 1,306 lb/ft |
| Weights | |
| Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | 74,324 lb |
| Moldboard | |
| Blade Width | 18 ft |
| Arc Radius | 16.3 in |
| Throat Clearance | 5 in |
| Thickness | 1 in |
| End Bit - Width | 6 in |
| Blade Pull* - Base GVW | 47,216 lb |
| Cutting Edge Width | 10 in |
| Cutting Edge Thickness | 1.4 in |
| Down Force - Maximum GVW | 43,861 lb |
| Height — Moldboard | 31 in |
| Width — Moldboard | 18 ft |
| Down Force - Base GVW | 34,008 lb |
| Blade Pull* - Maximum GVW | 52,878 lb |
| End Bit - Thickness | 0.75 in |
| Service Refill | |
| Fuel Capacity | 131 gal (US) |
| Cooling System | 18.5 gal (US) |
| DEF Tank | 4.2 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic System - Total | 38.6 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic System - Tank | 18.5 gal (US) |
| Engine Oil | 9.5 gal (US) |
| Tandem Housing - Each | 34 gal (US) |
| Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing | 0.24 gal (US) |
| Circle Drive Housing | 2.6 gal (US) |
| Transmission - Differential - Final Drives | 26 gal (US) |
| Power Train | |
| Forward/Reverse Gears | 8 Forward |
| Transmission | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft |
| Brakes - Dynamic Brake Torque per Wheel | 27,069 lb/ft |
| Brakes - Secondary | Oil-actuated, oil-disc |
| Brakes - Service | Oil-actuated, oil disc |
| Brakes - Parking | Spring applied, hydraulically released |
| Hydraulic System | |
| Circuit Type | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center |
| Pump Type | Variable piston |
| Maximum System Pressure | 3,590 psi |
| Standby Pressure | 856 psi |
| Pump Output* | 74 gpm |
| Blade Range | |
| Maximum Blade Position Angle | 65° |
| Maximum Lift Above Ground | 15.7 in |
| Maximum Depth of Cut | 18.5 in |
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right | 103 in |
| Moldboard Sideshift - Left | 29.1 in |
| Circle Centershift - Right | 22 in |
| Circle Centershift - Left | 27.2 in |
| Moldboard Sideshift - Right | 31.1 in |
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left | 103 in |
| Blade Tip Range - Forward | 40° |
| Blade Tip Range - Backward | 5° |
| Operating Specifications | |
| Steering Range - Left/Right | 47.5° |
| Forward - 6th | 16 mph |
| Forward - 4th | 7.6 mph |
| Forward - 5th | 11.8 mph |
| Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires | 30.5 ft |
| Forward - 7th | 22 mph |
| Top Speed - Forward | 32.1 mph |
| Forward - 3rd | 5.5 mph |
| Reverse - 6th | 25.3 mph |
| Reverse - 5th | 17.4 mph |
| Reverse - 2nd | 4.1 mph |
| Reverse - 3rd | 6 mph |
| Forward - 8th | 32.1 mph |
| Reverse - 1st | 2.2 mph |
| Forward - 1st | 2.8 mph |
| Top Speed - Reverse | 25.3 mph |
| Forward - 2nd | 3.8 mph |
| Reverse - 4th | 9.3 mph |
| Articulation Angle - Left/Right | 20° |
| Frame | |
| Front Frame Structure - Height | 18.1 in |
| Front Frame Structure - Width | 14 in |
| Drawbar - Width | 3 in |
| Drawbar - Height | 8 in |
| Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side | 35° |
| Circle - Diameter | 71.7 in |
| Circle - Blade Beam Thickness | 2 in |
| Front Frame Structure - Thickness | 0.6 in |
| Front Axle - Wheel Lean | 18° Left/17° Right |
| Front Axle - Height to Center | 26.4 in |
| Tandems | |
| Tandem Oscillation - Front Up | 15° |
| Sidewall Thickness - Outer | 0.9 in |
| Sidewall Thickness - Inner | 0.9 in |
| Tandem Oscillation - Front Down | 25° |
| Drive Chain Pitch | 2.5 in |
| Wheel Axle Spacing | 72.5 in |
| Height — Tandems | 25.5 in |
| Width — Tandems | 9.3 in |
| Ripper | |
| Ripping Depth - Maximum | 17.8 in |
| Shank Holder Spacing - Minimum | 17.5 in |
| Shank Holder Spacing - Maximum | 20 in |
| Ripper Shank Holders | 7 |
| Penetration Force | 30,311 lb |
| Pry-Out Force | 43,700 lb |
| Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised | 63.4 in |
| Dimensions (Approximate) | |
| Ground Clearance - Rear Axle | 16.7 in |
| Length - Counterweight to Ripper | 474.4 in |
| Length - Front Axle to Moldboard | 120.7 in |
| Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem | 290 in |
| Height - Top of Cylinders | 122.6 in |
| Width - Tire Center Lines | 106.4 in |
| Width - Outside Rear Tires | 134.3 in |
| Length - Between Tandem Axles | 72.5 in |
| Height - Top of Cab | 147.5 in |
| Width - Outside Front Tires | 134.3 in |
| Height - Front Axle Center | 29.9 in |
| Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine - Including Tow Hitch | 417 in |
| Height - Exhaust Stack | 141.1 in |
| Standards | |
| Steering | ISO 5010: 2007 |
| Brakes | ISO 3450: 2011 |
| Sound | ISO 6394: 2008/ISO 6395: 2008/ISO 6396: 2008 |
| ROPS/FOPS | ISO 3471: 2008/ISO 3449: 2005 |
| Optional Tire Arrangements | |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (1) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 2 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (2) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 1 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (3) | Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VJT 1 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (4) | Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XHA 2 Star |
| Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (5) | Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XLDD 2 Star L5 |
| Air Conditioning System | |
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 2 kg (4.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.860 metric tonnes (3.152 tons) |
| Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards - Metric | |
| Gear - Forward 4th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards - Metric | 325 hp |
| Gear - Forward 6th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards - Metric | 341 hp |
| Gear - Forward 5th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards - Metric | 332 hp |
| Gear - Forward 8th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards - Metric | 362 hp |
| Gear - Forward 3rd — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards - Metric | 315 hp |
| Gear - Forward 7th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards - Metric | 347 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards - Metric | 315 hp |
| Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards Net | |
| Gear - Forward 4th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards Net | 321 hp |
| Gear - Forward 6th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards Net | 337 hp |
| Gear - Forward 5th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards Net | 327 hp |
| Gear - Forward 8th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards Net | 357 hp |
| Gear - Forward 3rd — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards Net | 311 hp |
| Gear - Forward 7th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards Net | 342 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th — Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards Net | 311 hp |
| Additional specifications | |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle | 53,830 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Total | 72,298 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Rear Axle | 58,753 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Front Axle | 26,125 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle | 20,494 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Front Axle | 19,837 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Total | 84,877 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total | 74,324 lb |
| Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Rear Axle | 52,461 lb |
| Gear - Forward 1st | 309 hp |
| Gear - Forward 2nd | 309 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 2nd | 309 hp |
| Gear - Reverse 1st | 309 hp |
Compare Cat 16, 16, 18
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bore | 5.1 in | 5.1 in | 5.1 in |
| Stroke | 6.2 in | 6.2 in | 6.2 in |
| Speed at Rated Power | 2,000 rpm | 2,000 rpm | 2,000 rpm |
| Standard - Fan Speed - Minimum | 550 rpm | 550 rpm | 550 rpm |
| Displacement | 763 in³ | 763 in³ | 763 in³ |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blade Width | 16 ft | 16 ft | 18 ft |
| Arc Radius | 16.3 in | 16.3 in | 16.3 in |
| Thickness | 1 in | 1 in | 1 in |
| End Bit - Width | 6 in | 6 in | 6 in |
| Cutting Edge Width | 8 in | 8 in | 10 in |
| Cutting Edge Thickness | 1 in | 1 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 31 in | 31 in | 31 in |
| Width | 16 ft | 16 ft | 18 ft |
| End Bit - Thickness | 0.75 in | 0.75 in | 0.75 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing | 0.24 gal (US) | 0.24 gal (US) | 0.24 gal (US) |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward/Reverse Gears | 8 Forward | 8 Forward | 8 Forward |
| Transmission | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft | Direct drive, power shift, countershaft |
| Brakes - Secondary | Oil-actuated, oil-disc | Oil-actuated, oil-disc | Oil-actuated, oil-disc |
| Brakes - Parking | Spring applied, hydraulically released | Spring applied, hydraulically released | Spring applied, hydraulically released |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circuit Type | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center | Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center |
| Pump Type | Variable piston | Variable piston | Variable piston |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Blade Position Angle | 65° | 65° | 65° |
| Blade Tip Range - Forward | 40° | 40° | 40° |
| Blade Tip Range - Backward | 5° | 5° | 5° |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Range - Left/Right | 47.5° | 47.5° | 47.5° |
| Forward - 6th | 16 mph | 16 mph | 16 mph |
| Forward - 4th | 7.6 mph | 7.6 mph | 7.6 mph |
| Forward - 5th | 11.8 mph | 11.8 mph | 11.8 mph |
| Forward - 7th | 22 mph | 22 mph | 22 mph |
| Top Speed - Forward | 32.1 mph | 32.1 mph | 32.1 mph |
| Forward - 3rd | 5.5 mph | 5.5 mph | 5.5 mph |
| Reverse - 6th | 25.3 mph | 25.3 mph | 25.3 mph |
| Reverse - 5th | 17.4 mph | 17.4 mph | 17.4 mph |
| Reverse - 2nd | 4.1 mph | 4.1 mph | 4.1 mph |
| Reverse - 3rd | 6 mph | 6 mph | 6 mph |
| Forward - 8th | 32.1 mph | 32.1 mph | 32.1 mph |
| Reverse - 1st | 2.2 mph | 2.2 mph | 2.2 mph |
| Forward - 1st | 2.8 mph | 2.8 mph | 2.8 mph |
| Forward - 2nd | 3.8 mph | 3.8 mph | 3.8 mph |
| Reverse - 4th | 9.3 mph | 9.3 mph | 9.3 mph |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drawbar - Width | 3 in | 3 in | 3 in |
| Drawbar - Height | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in |
| Circle - Blade Beam Thickness | 2 in | 2 in | 2 in |
| Front Frame Structure - Thickness | 0.6 in | 0.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandem Oscillation - Front Up | 15° | 15° | 15° |
| Sidewall Thickness - Outer | 0.9 in | 0.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Sidewall Thickness - Inner | 0.9 in | 0.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Tandem Oscillation - Front Down | 25° | 25° | 25° |
| Drive Chain Pitch | 2.5 in | 2.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Wheel Axle Spacing | 72.5 in | 72.5 in | 72.5 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ripping Depth - Maximum | 17.8 in | 17.8 in | 17.8 in |
| Shank Holder Spacing - Minimum | 17.5 in | 17.5 in | 17.5 in |
| Shank Holder Spacing - Maximum | 20 in | 20 in | 20 in |
| Ripper Shank Holders | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised | 63.4 in | 63.4 in | 63.4 in |
| Specification | 16 | 16 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | ISO 5010:2007 | ISO 5010:2007 | ISO 5010: 2007 |
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