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Caterpillar 150 vs Caterpillar 160

The Caterpillar 160 is about 7% heavier than the Caterpillar 150 (20,250 vs 19,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 160 has about 8% more engine power (181 kW (243 hp) vs 168 kW (225 hp)).

Caterpillar Caterpillar 150
Caterpillar Caterpillar 160
Operating weight 19,000 kg (41,900 lb)20,250 kg (44,600 lb)
Engine power 168 kW (225 hp)181 kW (243 hp)
Net power ≈150–185 kW (201–248 hp)≈165–197 kW (221–264 hp)
Moldboard 4.3 m (14 ft)4.3 m (14 ft)
Strengths
  • + AWD for traction
  • + Cat Grade options
  • + High power
  • + Robust
Watch-outs
  • − Higher price than the 140
  • − 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.