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16 Motor Grader

At a glance data:

Base Power (1st Gear) - Net:
290hp
Engine Model:
Cat® C13
Bore:
5.1in
Stroke:
6.2in
16 grader heavy slope grading

Overview

Specially configured for mine operation and haul road development and maintenance, the Cat® 16 maximizes availability and controls operating costs. Fuel efficient technologies and legendary Cat robust design and construction ensure these machines help your operation optimize profits.

Category:
Motor Graders

Brand:
Cat

Engine

Base Power (1st Gear) - Net:
290hp
Engine Model:
Cat® C13
Bore:
5.1in
Stroke:
6.2in
Speed at Rated Power:
2,000 rpm
Derating Altitude - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent:
12176ft
Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent:
1270lb/ft
Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4):
1306lb/ft
Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent:
1270lb/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
Derating Altitude - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent:
12973ft
VHP Range - Net - Metric:
216-259 kW (294-353 hp)
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric:
294hp
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):
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)
VHP Range - Net:
216-259 kW (290-348 hp)
Derating Altitude - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4):
12500ft
Displacement:
763in³
Number of Cylinders:
6

Weights

Operating Weight - Typically Equipped:
71454lb

Power Train

Forward/Reverse Gears:
8 Forward/6 Reverse
Transmission:
Direct drive, power shift, countershaft
Brakes - Dynamic Brake Torque per Wheel:
27069.27lb/ft
Brakes - Secondary:
Oil-actuated, oil-disc
Brakes - Service:
Oil-actuated, oil disc
Brakes - Parking:
Spring applied, hydraulically released

Moldboard

Blade Width:
16ft

Hydraulic System

Circuit Type:
Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center
Pump Type:
Variable piston
Maximum System Pressure:
3590psi
Standby Pressure:
856psi
Pump Output*:
74gal/min
Note:
*Pump output measured at 2,150 rpm.

Operating Specifications

Steering Range - Left/Right:
47.5°
Forward - 6th:
16mile/h
Forward - 4th:
7.6mile/h
Forward - 5th:
11.8mile/h
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires:
30.5ft
Forward - 7th:
22mile/h
Top Speed - Forward:
32.1mile/h
Forward - 3rd:
5.5mile/h
Reverse - 6th:
25.3mile/h
Reverse - 5th:
17.4mile/h
Reverse - 2nd:
4.1mile/h
Reverse - 3rd:
6mile/h
Forward - 8th:
32.1mile/h
Reverse - 1st:
2.2mile/h
Forward - 1st:
2.8mile/h
Top Speed - Reverse:
25.4mile/h
Forward - 2nd:
3.8mile/h
Reverse - 4th:
9.3mile/h
Articulation Angle - Left/Right:
20°

Service Refill

Fuel Capacity:
131gal (US)
Cooling System:
18.5gal (US)
DEF Tank:
4.2gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Total:
38.6gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Tank:
18.5gal (US)
Engine Oil:
9.5gal (US)
Transmission - Differential - Final Drives:
34gal (US)
Tandem Housing - Each:
34gal (US)
Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing:
0.24gal (US)
Circle Drive Housing:
2.6gal (US)

Frame

Front Frame Structure - Height:
18.1in
Front Frame Structure - Width:
14in
Drawbar - Width:
3in
Drawbar - Height:
8in
Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side:
35°
Circle - Diameter:
71.7in
Circle - Blade Beam Thickness:
2in
Front Frame Structure - Thickness:
0.6in
Front Axle - Wheel Lean:
18° Left/17° Right
Front Axle - Height to Center:
26.4in

Tandems

Tandem Oscillation - Front Up:
15°
Sidewall Thickness - Outer:
0.9in
Sidewall Thickness - Inner:
0.9in
Tandem Oscillation - Front Down:
25°
Height:
25.5in
Width:
9.3in
Drive Chain Pitch:
2.5in
Wheel Axle Spacing:
72.5in

Moldboard

Arc Radius:
16.3in
Throat Clearance:
5in
Thickness:
1in
End Bit - Width:
6in
Blade Pull* - Base GVW:
41039lb
Cutting Edge Width:
8in
Cutting Edge Thickness:
1in
Down Force - Maximum GVW:
43861lb
Height:
31in
Width:
16ft
Down Force - Base GVW:
30743lb
Blade Pull* - Maximum GVW:
52878lb
End Bit - Thickness:
0.75in

Blade Range

Maximum Blade Position Angle:
65°
Maximum Lift Above Ground:
15.7in
Maximum Depth of Cut:
18.5in
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right:
91in
Moldboard Sideshift - Left:
29.1in
Circle Centershift - Right:
22in
Circle Centershift - Left:
27.2in
Moldboard Sideshift - Right:
31.1in
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left:
91in
Blade Tip Range - Forward:
40°
Blade Tip Range - Backward:

Ripper

Ripping Depth - Maximum:
17.8in
Shank Holder Spacing - Minimum:
17.5in
Ripper Shank Holders:
7
Penetration Force:
30311lb
Pry-Out Force:
43700lb
Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised:
63.4in

Weights Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)*

Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Total:
84877lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Total:
63528lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle:
52201lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total:
71454lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Front Axle:
26125lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle:
19253lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Rear Axle:
58753lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Front Axle:
17932lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Rear Axle:
45596lb

Dimensions (Approximate)

Ground Clearance - Rear Axle:
15.6in
Length - Counterweight to Ripper:
474.4in
Length - Front Axle to Moldboard:
120.7in
Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem:
290in
Height - Top of Cylinders:
121.6in
Width - Tire Center Lines:
106.4in
Width - Outside Rear Tires:
134.3in
Length - Between Tandem Axles:
72.5in
Height - Top of Cab:
146.4in
Width - Outside Front Tires:
134.3in
Height - Front Axle Center:
28.9in
Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine - Including Tow Hitch:
417in
Height - Exhaust Stack:
140in

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

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th:
298hp
Gear - Forward 8th:
348hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 4th:
309hp

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (1):
Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 2 Star

Moldboard

Note:
*Blade pull calculated at 0.9 traction coefficient, which is equal to ideal no-slip conditions, and Gross Machine Weight.

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (2):
Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 1 Star

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Reverse 1st:
294hp

Weights Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)*

Note (1):
*For machines not equipped with Tier 4 Final emission engine, subtract 150 kg (331 lb) from rear axle weight and total weight.

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 3rd:
298hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 3rd:
302hp

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (3):
Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VJT 1 Star

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th:
302hp
Gear - Reverse 2nd:
294hp
Gear - Forward 7th:
332hp
Gear - Forward 6th:
325hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 6th:
320hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 8th:
353hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 5th:
311hp

Weights Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)*

Note (2):
**Base operating weight calculated on standard machine configuration with 23.5 R25 tires, full fuel tank operator and ROPS cab.

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Reverse 1st:
290hp
Gear - Reverse 2nd:
290hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 1st:
294hp

Standards

Note (1):
The dynamic spectator sound power level is 109 dB(A) for Stage IV certified configurations and 109 dB(A) for Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) and Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) equivalent emission standard machines when measured according to the dynamic test procedures that are specified in ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The machine was equipped with a sound suppression system.

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 4th:
304hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 5th:
315hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 7th:
328hp
Gear - Forward 1st:
290hp
Gear - Forward 2nd:
290hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 2nd:
294hp

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (4):
Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XHA 2 Star

Ripper

Shank Holder Spacing - Maximum:
20in

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 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.860 metric tonnes (3.152 tons).

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (5):
Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XLDD 2 Star L5

Standards

Note (2):
The dynamic operator sound pressure level is 71 dB(A) for Stage IV certified configurations and 72 dB(A) for Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) and Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) equivalent emission standard machines when measured according to the dynamic test procedures that are specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed, with the cab doors and the cab windows closed. The cab was properly installed and maintained. The machine was equipped with a sound suppression system.

Operating Specifications

Note:
Calculated with no slip and 23.5 R25 L-3 tires.

Engine

Optimized VHP Range - Net:
216-259 kW (290-348 hp)

Standard Equipment

note

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

operator environment

  • Adjustable Electric Arm rest
  • Adjustable wrist rest
  • Air conditioner with heater
  • Articulation, automatic Return-to-Center
  • Centershift pin indicator
  • Coat hook
  • Cup holder
  • Display, digital speed and gear
  • Doors, left and right side with wiper
  • Gauges (analog) inside the cab (includes fuel, articulation, engine coolant temp, engine rpm, and hydraulic oil temp)
  • Gauges, machine level
  • Information display touch screen
  • Joystick gear selection
  • Joystick hydraulic controls for implements, steering, transmission
  • Ladders, cab, left and right side
  • Lights, left and right side lights
  • Lights, night time cab
  • Meter, hour, digital
  • Mirror, inside rearview, wide angle
  • Power port, 12V
  • Radio ready, entertainment
  • ROPS cab, sound suppressed, less than 73 dB(A) ISO 6394 (70% fan speed)
  • Seat, cloth-covered, comfort air suspension
  • Storage compartments
  • Throttle control, electronic

power train

  • Air cleaner, dual stage dry type radial seal with service indicator through messenger and automatic dust ejector
  • Air-to-air after cooler (ATAAC)
  • Auto Diff Lock
  • Belt, serpentine, automatic tensioner
  • Brake wear indication
  • Brakes, oil disc, four-wheel, hydraulic
  • Consistent Power to ground
  • Critically Low Fluid Level Monitoring System
  • Differential, lock/unlock
  • Drain, engine oil, high speed
  • Electronic over speed protection
  • Engine ECO Mode: Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) and Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) equivalent emission standards
  • Engine, compression brake
  • Ether starting aid
  • Fuel tank, fast fill, ground level
  • Fuel-water separator
  • Hydraulic Demand Fan
  • Muffler, under hood (Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) and Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3)
  • OK-to-Start
  • Optimized VHP
  • Parking brake – multi disc, sealed, oil-cooled
  • Priming pump, fuel
  • Rear axle, modular
  • Sediment drain, fuel tank
  • Three variations of the C13 engine. One meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) emission standards and is required for sale in higher regulated countries. The other options are capable of meeting Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) or Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) equivalent emission standards and are available for lesser or non-regulated countries, depending on the emission standards of the specific country.
  • Transmission, 8F/6R, power shift
  • VIMS no telematics

electrical

  • Alternator, 150 ampere, sealed
  • Batteries, maintenance free, heavy duty, 1,400 CCA
  • Breaker panel
  • Electrical system, 24V
  • Lights: brake, reversing, roof-mounted roading, stop and tail (LED), work front
  • Product Link
  • Starter, electric, heavy duty

safety

  • Alarm, back up
  • Ground level engine shutdown
  • Hammer (emergency exit)
  • Horn, electric
  • Lockout, hydraulic implement for roading
  • Operator not present monitoring System
  • Paint, glare reducing – top of front frame, rear enclosure an ripper cylinders
  • Rearview camera
  • Seat belt indicator
  • Seat belt, retractable 76 mm (3 in)
  • Secondary steering
  • Windows, laminated glass: – Fixed front with intermittent wiper – Door with intermittent wipers (2)
  • Windows, tempered: – Left and right side wipers – Rear with intermittent wiper

other standard equipment

  • 3-Bolt blade Bracket
  • AccuGrade ARO
  • Accumulators, blade lift
  • Brake accumulators, dual certified
  • Cat Grade Control Cross Slope
  • CD ROM Parts Book
  • Clutch, circle drive slip
  • Cutting edges, curved DH-2 steel: – 203 mm × 25 mm (8 in × 1 in) – 19 mm (3∕4 in) mounting bolts
  • Doors (four), engine compartment, (two left, two right hand) locking
  • Doors, two service, left and right side
  • Drawbar – six shoe with replaceable wear strips
  • End bits, 16 mm (5∕8 in) DH-2 steel, 19 mm (3∕4 in) mounting bolts
  • Fast fill fuel, 567.8 L/min (150 gpm)
  • Fluid check
  • Frame, articulated, with safety lock
  • Hydraulics, load-sensing
  • Metallic Fuel tank, 496 L (131 gal)
  • Metallic DCM wear strips
  • Modular cooling package
  • Moldboard: – 4880 mm × 787 mm × 25 mm (16 ft × 31 in × 1 in) – Hydraulic side shift and tip
  • Radiator, two cleanout access doors
  • Rear bumper
  • Rear tandem access steps and hand bars
  • S∙O∙S ports: engine, hydraulic, transmission, coolant
  • Tandem walkway
  • Top adjust circle wear strips
  • Tow hitch (not available with ripper)

tires, rims, and wheels

  • A partial allowance for tires on 597 mm × 609.6 mm (23.5 in × 24 in) multi-piece rims is included in the base machine price and weight

fluids

  • Extended Life Coolant to –35° C (–31° F)

work tools/g.e.t.

  • 4.9 m (16 ft) blade with curved cutting edge 203 mm × 25 mm (8 in × 1 in)

Optional Equipment

note

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

operator environment

  • Air horn
  • Comfort package
  • Heated door
  • Mirrors high visibility
  • Mirrors, outside heated 24V
  • Mirrors, outside mounted
  • Seat heated
  • Seat heated/ventilated
  • Windows cleaning platform and ladders left-right hand side

power train

  • Transmission, autoshift

guards

  • Debris guard
  • Front axle cylinder guard
  • Rear fenders
  • Sound suppression, engine enclosure and transmission
  • Transmission guard

electrical

  • Light, LED, warning strobe
  • Lights front LED
  • Lights, front headlights high
  • Lights, front headlights low
  • Mounting, for warning light
  • Service lights
  • Working lights halogen
  • Working lights LED

safety

  • Additional monitor for rearview camera
  • Enhanced access platform
  • Fire suppression ready
  • Machine Security System Key
  • Service access platform

other attachments

  • Auto-lube, Centro-matic
  • Auto-lube, ripper enhancement
  • Control, blade, variable float
  • Heater, engine coolant, 120V
  • Heater, engine coolant, 240V
  • Hydraulic arrangements with additional hydraulic valves Base+1
  • Hydraulic arrangements with additional hydraulic valves Base+5
  • Product Link Elite dual
  • Rim, 495.3 mm × 635 mm (19.5 in × 25 in) MP (spare)
  • Weather, Cold Plus package

work tools/g.e.t.

  • 4.9 m (16 ft) blade with flat cutting edge 254 mm × 35 mm (10 in × 1 3∕8 in)
  • Push block, counterweight
  • Ripper, rear
  • Tooth, ripper

fluids

  • Coolant, –51° C (–60° F)