16 Motor Grader

Good visibility is key to your safety and efficiency. Large windows make it easy to see the moldboard and tires, as well as behind the machine. A rear vision camera is available to enhance your sight lines to the rear of the machine.

Operators are more comfortable and productive with two electro-hydraulic joysticks. Electronically adjustable control pods help position operators for optimal visibility and proper operation.

The Cat C13 engine with ACERT Technology gives you the performance to maintain consistent grading speeds for maximum productivity. Superior torque and lugging capability pulls through sudden, short-term load increases. ACERT Technology lowers combustion chamber temperatures and optimizes fuel combustion to generate more work output for your fuel cost. Standard Optimized Variable Horse Power (VHP) is designed to provide the ideal amount of power in all gears to efficiently perform diverse motor grader applications while protecting structure and drivetrain components. Standard Optimized VHP provides additional power in roading gears for higher speeds.

We designed the 16M to give you efficiency and longevity in your most demanding applications.

• Optional Automatic Differential Lock unlocks the differential during a turn and re-locks when straight for easier operation and improved power train protection.
• Full Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC) system optimizes inching modulation for smooth shifts and directional changes, reducing stress on gears.
• Standard Programmable Autoshift simplifies operation by allowing the operator to program the transmission to shift at optimal points to match your application.
• Power Shift Countershaft Transmission is matched to the Cat engine to maximize power to the ground.
• Eight forward and six reverse gears are specifically designed to give you a wide operating range for maximum productivity in all earthmoving applications.
• Engine Over-Speed Protection prevents downshifting until an acceptable safe travel speed has been established.

Caterpillar designs motor grader frame and drawbar components to give you performance and durability in heavy duty applications. The one-piece forged steel circle stands up to high stress loads, and a sacrificial wear system helps keep your service time and costs down. The articulation hitch features a large tapered roller bearing to carry loads evenly and smoothly. It is sealed to prevent contamination and a locking pin prevents articulation for safety during service or transport.

State-of-the-art electro-hydraulics gives you advanced machine controls with precise and predictable movements.

Cat Grade Control Cross Slope is a standard, fully integrated, factory installed grade control system that helps your operator more easily maintain desired cross slope by automatically controlling one side of the blade. The system is job-ready from day one, and scalable for the future with AccuGrade™ upgrade kits that provide additional 2D and/or 3D control features.

Optional factory installed wrap-around platform has rear enclosure walkways, left walkway lighting, rear fenders, left-rear swing-down ladder and a right-front cab egress ladder.

Cat motor graders are designed to help customers increase uptime and reduce costs. Grouped service points and extended service intervals save maintenance time. An optional Automatic Lubrication System maintains proper grease on working surfaces, increasing component life and purging contaminants from pins and bushings to help prevent damage. Standard Fast-Fill allows customers to refuel in less than two minutes to get back on the job quickly.

• Integrated machine systems and technologies improve productivity for greater accuracy, allowing the machine to do more work per gallon of fuel.

A 4.9 m (16 ft) moldboard is standard on the 16M.