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Caterpillar 120 vs Caterpillar 160

The Caterpillar 160 is about 37% heavier than the Caterpillar 120 (20,250 vs 14,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 160 has about 45% more engine power (181 kW (243 hp) vs 125 kW (168 hp)).

Caterpillar 120
Caterpillar Caterpillar 120
Caterpillar Caterpillar 160
Operating weight 14,750 kg (32,500 lb)20,250 kg (44,600 lb)
Engine power 125 kW (168 hp)181 kW (243 hp)
Net power ≈112–138 kW (150–185 hp)≈165–197 kW (221–264 hp)
Moldboard 3.7 m (12 ft)4.3 m (14 ft)
Strengths
  • + Compact and manoeuvrable
  • + Joystick controls
  • + High power
  • + Robust
Watch-outs
  • − Less capacity for heavy cutting
  • − Larger for urban work
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.