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Michigan L160

Series: Michigan Compactor

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The Michigan L160 belongs to the Michigan Compactor series. The engine delivers 267.7 hp (187.9 kW), has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 9,602.8 cm³. Torque is 31.6 Nm. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 27,600 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,550.9 mm. Ground clearance is 542.5 mm. Top speed is 40.6 km/h. The tank holds 340.3 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,400 rpm. The hydraulic tank holds 320.2 litres. The cooling system holds 70 litres. The oil fill is 29.1 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the TD 102 G. Tyre size: 26,5R25. Rated output across the Michigan range ranges from 75 to 735.6 hp; the L160 sits in the lower part of that range with 267.7 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the L150 below it with 248.4 hp and the L190 Long Boom above it with 326.5 hp. 30 Michigan models across 6 series are on record. The model is listed under Road construction. 23 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelTD 102 Gcorrect
Power267.7 hp (187.9 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Torque31.6correct
Speed at max. torque1,400 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement9,602.8 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect
Coolant capacity70 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity29.1 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase3,550.9correct
Ground clearance542.5correct
Unladen weight27,600 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeVolvo BM HT 200 power shiftcorrect
Forward gears3correct
Reverse gears3correct
Tyre size26.5R25correct
Top speed40.6 km/hcorrect
System voltage24 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity320.2 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity340.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,572.3correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 6.8 kW/t (188 kW / 27.6 t)

Stronger than 85% of the compaction equipment in the register — out of 223 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Michigan L160 have?

The Michigan L160 delivers 268 hp.

How much does the Michigan L160 weigh?

The unladen weight is 27,600 kg.

What engine does the Michigan L160 have?

6 cylinders, 9,603 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Michigan L160 go?

Top speed is 40.6 km/h.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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