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Caterpillar 16H

Series: Caterpillar Motor Grader

The Caterpillar Motor Grader series from Caterpillar includes the 16H. The engine delivers 289 hp, has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 11,897 cm³. Rated speed is 2,000 rpm. The unladen weight is 31,591.8 kg. The wheelbase measures 6,958.6 mm. Ground clearance is 731.5 mm. The tank holds 492.1 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 128.7 litres. Working pressure is 241.3 bar. The cooling system holds 46.6 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the 3196 ETA. The Caterpillar Motor Grader series covers 37 models. Rated output within it ranges from 126.7 to 540.4 hp; the 16H sits in the lower part of that range with 289 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 16H ES below it with 278.8 hp and the 16M above it with 316.3 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Motor graders. 15 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3196 ETAcorrect
Power289 hpcorrect
Rated speed2,000 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement11,897 cm³correct
Coolant capacity46.6 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length9,994.4correct
Wheelbase6,958.6correct
Ground clearance731.5correct
Unladen weight31,591.8 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typedirect drive, power shift, planetarycorrect
System voltage24 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity128.7 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure241.3correct
Fuel tank capacity492.1 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 6.7 kW/t (212 kW / 31.6 t)

Stronger than 98% of the motor graders in the register — out of 186 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 16H have?

The Caterpillar 16H delivers 289 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 16H weigh?

The unladen weight is 31,592 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 16H have?

6 cylinders, 11,897 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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