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Caterpillar 140 vs Caterpillar 160

The Caterpillar 160 is about 9% heavier than the Caterpillar 140 (20,250 vs 18,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 160 has about 15% more engine power (181 kW (243 hp) vs 158 kW (212 hp)).

Caterpillar 140M AWD motor grader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 140
Caterpillar 160 motor grader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 160
Operating weight 18,500 kg (40,800 lb)20,250 kg (44,600 lb)
Engine power 158 kW (212 hp)181 kW (243 hp)
Net power ≈140–175 kW (189–235 hp), variable≈165–197 kW (221–264 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
  • + High power
  • + Robust
Watch-outs
  • − High purchase price
  • − Technology features add cost
  • − 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.