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Caterpillar 140 vs Caterpillar 150

The Caterpillar 150 is about 3% heavier than the Caterpillar 140 (19,000 vs 18,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 150 has about 6% more engine power (168 kW (225 hp) vs 158 kW (212 hp)).

Caterpillar 140M AWD motor grader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 140
Caterpillar Caterpillar 150
Operating weight 18,500 kg (40,800 lb)19,000 kg (41,900 lb)
Engine power 158 kW (212 hp)168 kW (225 hp)
Net power ≈140–175 kW (189–235 hp), variable≈150–185 kW (201–248 hp)
Moldboard 3.7 m (12 ft) std; 4.3 m (14 ft) option4.3 m (14 ft)
Drive 6×4 or AWD—
Controls Joystick—
Strengths
  • + Joystick controls ease operator training and fatigue
  • + Cat Grade cross-slope and 3D options
  • + Exceptional resale value and parts support
  • + AWD for traction
  • + Cat Grade options
Watch-outs
  • − High purchase price
  • − Technology features add cost
  • − Higher price than the 140
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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.