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Caterpillar 16 vs Caterpillar 160

The Caterpillar 16 is about 63% heavier than the Caterpillar 160 (33,000 vs 20,250 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 16 has about 33% more engine power (241 kW (323 hp) vs 181 kW (243 hp)).

Caterpillar 16 motor grader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 16
Caterpillar 160 motor grader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 160
Operating weight 33,000 kg (72,800 lb)20,250 kg (44,600 lb)
Engine power 241 kW (323 hp)181 kW (243 hp)
Net power ≈216–265 kW (290–355 hp)≈165–197 kW (221–264 hp)
Moldboard 4.9 m (16 ft)4.3 m (14 ft)
Strengths
  • + Maintains wide haul roads
  • + Durable
  • + High power
  • + Robust
Watch-outs
  • − Mining scale
  • − 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.