160 / 160 AWD JOY

DESIGNED FOR OPERATORS

• Good visibility is key to safety and efficiency. Angled cab doors, tapered engine enclosure and a sloped rear window make it easy to see the moldboard and tires, as well as behind the machine. Optional rear vision camera further enhances lines of sight all around the machine.
• Experience the most spacious, comfortable cab in the industry.
• Easy-to-learn joystick controls replace levers, so hand and arm movement is reduced by 78%, helping reduce operator fatigue for better productivity.
• Left joystick controls steering, articulation, return-to-center, wheel lean, gear selection, left moldboard lift cylinder and float.
• Right joystick controls drawbar, circle and moldboard functions as well as electronic throttle control and manual differential lock/unlock.
• Joystick lean angle mirrors the steer tires' turning angle.
• A brake tensioning system holds the joystick in position until the operator moves it.
• Steering control automatically reduces sensitivity at higher ground speeds for predictable control.
• Infinitely variable roller switches control the rear ripper and/or front lift group (when equipped).
• Control switches are in easy reach.
• Updated seat offers softer cushions, three-position tilt and optional heated and heated/cooled cushions.
• Control pods are electronically positioned allowing each operator to set the ideal operating position.
• Multiple isolation mounts reduce sound and vibration for a more relaxed work environment.
• High capacity Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system dehumidifies and pressurizes the cab, circulates fresh air, seals out dust and keeps windows clear.
• An optional deluxe radio with CD features MP3 and Bluetooth® technology.
• New Message Display shows machine performance and diagnostic information. Located in center console, it also displays Grade Control Cross Slope readings.
• Electronic Throttle Control helps improve productivity by providing the best match of horsepower and torque for the demands of the application.
• Articulation Return-to-Center automatically returns the machine to a straight frame position from any angle with the touch of a button.
• Select Fine, Normal or Coarse blade lift modulation to best fit application or operator preference.

HEAVY DUTY CONSTRUCTION

• Caterpillar designs motor grader frame and drawbar components to give you performance and durability.
• 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.
• 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 during service or transport.
• The drawbar, circle and moldboard make it easy for you to keep the components tight.
• Shims and patented top-adjust wear strips are easy to add or replace, reducing downtime.
• Durable nylon composite wear inserts maximize circle torque and component life.
• Sacrificial brass wear strips between the blade mounting group and moldboard can be easily adjusted and replaced.
• Shim less Moldboard Retention System uses vertical and horizontal adjusting screws to keep moldboard wear strips aligned for reduced blade chatter and precise blade control.
• An aggressive blade angle, optimized moldboard curvature and large throat clearance help you work more efficiently by allowing material to roll more freely along the blade.
• Heat-treated rails, hardened cutting edges and end bits, and heavy duty bolts to give you greater moldboard reliability and long service life.
• Link bar allows extreme moldboard positioning for easier bank sloping and ditch cutting/cleaning.
• Proven load-sensing hydraulic system and advanced electro-hydraulics give you superior implement control and responsive performance that makes operator's jobs easier. Continuously matching hydraulic flow/pressure to power demands creates less heat and reduces power consumption.
• Consistent, Predictable Movement - Proportional Priority Pressure-Compensating (PPP-C) valves have different flow rates for the head and rod ends of the cylinder, so you can count on consistent, predictable implement response.
• Balanced Flow - Hydraulic flow is proportioned to give you confidence that all implements will operate simultaneously without slowing the engine or speed of some implements.
• Blade can float freely under its own weight. By floating both cylinders, the blade can follow the contours of the ground. Floating only one cylinder permits the toe of the blade to follow a hard surface while the operator controls the slope with the other lift cylinder.
• Large, separate hydraulic oil supplies prevent cross-contamination and provide proper oil cooling, reducing heat build-up and extending component life.
• Cat XT™ hose allows high pressures for maximum power and reduced downtime.

SAFETY FIRST

• Operator Presence Monitor keeps the parking brake engaged and hydraulic implements disabled until the operator is seated and the machine is ready for operation.
• Speed Sensitive Steering lessens steering sensitivity as ground speed increases for greater operator confidence and control.
• Secondary Steering System's electric hydraulic pump automatically engages in case of a drop in steering pressure to ensure operator can steer the machine to a stop.
• Hydraulic lockout disables all implement functions while still providing machine steering control. Especially useful while roading.
• Brakes are located at each tandem wheel to eliminate braking loads on the power train. Redundant brake systems utilize accumulators to enable stopping in case of machine failure.
• Perforated steel tandem walkways and convenient grab rails provide a sturdy platform when moving on, off and around the machine.
• Circle Drive Slip Clutch protects the drawbar, circle and moldboard from shock loads if the blade encounters an immovable object and also reduces the possibility of abrupt directional changes in poor traction conditions.
• Blade Lift Accumulators help absorb impact loads by allowing vertical blade travel. This optional feature reduces wear and impact loading for enhanced operator safety.
• Safety Features -

1. Optional rearview camera with in-cab monitor
2. New, optional seat belt indicator light reminds operator to fasten safety belt
3. Grouped, ground level service points
4. Laminated front window glass
5. Optional LED Lighting
6. Ground-level electrical disconnect switch
7. Ground-level engine shutoff switch
8. Anti-glare paint eases night operation
9. Optional front and rear fenders

SUSTAINABILITY

• The Cat® C9.3 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
• Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) * or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.
• Engine Idle Shutdown Timer reduces fuel burn, greenhouse gas emissions and unnecessary idle time by shutting down the machine after a pre-set idling period.
• Cat® Grade helps reduce fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by enabling you to achieve grade faster and more accurately by automating blade actions.
• Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
• VisionLink® displays the CO2 emissions for monitored assets, calculated by fuel type for the Runtime Fuel Burned each day in a selected date range.
• Don't waste fuel idling. Cat VisionLink® online fleet monitoring helps you manage idle time and reduce fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions.
• Cat® Reman parts are a sustainable choice. New Cat parts are designed with the potential to have more than one life, so Cat Reman parts are truly remanufactured — not just repaired, rebuilt or reconditioned. Because the process ensures the latest design changes are incorporated into Cat Reman parts, you get like new quality and outstanding performance at lower cost.