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Caterpillar 16M

Series: Caterpillar Motor Grader

The Caterpillar 16M belongs to the Caterpillar Motor Grader series. The engine delivers 316.3 hp, has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 12,503.3 cm³. Rated speed is 2,000 rpm. The unladen weight is 35,671.9 kg. The wheelbase measures 6,986 mm. Ground clearance is 701 mm. The tank holds 492.1 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 113.9 litres. Working pressure is 241.3 bar. The cooling system holds 46.6 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat C13 ACERT VHP. Tyre size: 18,00-25 12PR (G-2). The Caterpillar Motor Grader series covers 37 models. Rated output within it ranges from 126.7 to 540.4 hp; the 16M sits in the middle of that range with 316.3 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 16H below it with 289 hp and the 24H ES above it with 506.9 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 modelCat C13 ACERT VHPcorrect
Power316.3 hpcorrect
Rated speed2,000 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement12,503.3 cm³correct
Coolant capacity46.6 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length9,960.9correct
Wheelbase6,986correct
Ground clearance701correct
Unladen weight35,671.9 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typedirect drive, power shift, countershaftcorrect
Tyre size18.00-25 12PR (G-2)correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity113.9 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure241.3correct
Fuel tank capacity492.1 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 6.5 kW/t (233 kW / 35.7 t)

Stronger than 99% 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 16M have?

The Caterpillar 16M delivers 316 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 16M weigh?

The unladen weight is 35,672 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 16M have?

6 cylinders, 12,503 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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