Skip to content
WorksiteMachines

Comparison · Motor grader

Caterpillar 16 vs Caterpillar 24

The Caterpillar 24 is about 121% heavier than the Caterpillar 16 (73,000 vs 33,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 24 has about 66% more engine power (399 kW (535 hp) vs 241 kW (323 hp)).

Caterpillar 16 motor grader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 16
Caterpillar 24 motor grader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 24
Operating weight 33,000 kg (72,800 lb)73,000 kg (160,900 lb)
Engine power 241 kW (323 hp)399 kW (535 hp)
Net power ≈216–265 kW (290–355 hp)—
Moldboard 4.9 m (16 ft)7.3 m (24 ft)
Gross power —≈399 kW (535 hp)
Strengths
  • + Maintains wide haul roads
  • + Durable
  • + Unmatched haul road capacity
Watch-outs
  • − Mining scale
  • − Only for very large mines
Full 16 reviewFull 24 review

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.