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At a glance data:

Base Power (1st Gear) - Net:
290hp
Engine Model:
Cat® C13
Bore:
5.1in
Stroke:
6.2in
16 grader heavy slope grading

Overview

Specially configured for mine operation and haul road development and maintenance, the Cat® 16 maximizes availability and controls operating costs. Fuel efficient technologies and legendary Cat robust design and construction ensure these machines help your operation optimize profits.

Engine

Base Power (1st Gear) - Net:
290hp
Engine Model:
Cat® C13
Bore:
5.1in
Stroke:
6.2in
Speed at Rated Power:
2,000 rpm
Derating Altitude - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent:
12176ft
Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent:
1270lb/ft
Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4):
1306lb/ft
Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent:
1270lb/ft
Emissions (2):
Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent Emission Standards – depending on emission standards of specific country
Torque Rise - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4):
43%
Torque Rise - Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent:
39%
Standard - Ambient Capability:
122°F
Derating Altitude - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent:
12973ft
VHP Range - Net - Metric:
216-259 kW (294-353 hp)
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric:
294hp
Standard - Fan Speed - Minimum:
550 rpm
Standard - Fan Speed - Maximum:
1,450 rpm
Emissions (3):
Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) Equivalent Emission Standards – depending on emission standards of specific country
Torque Rise - Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) Equivalent:
39%
Emissions (1):
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)
VHP Range - Net:
216-259 kW (290-348 hp)
Derating Altitude - Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4):
12500ft
Displacement:
763in³
Number of Cylinders:
6

Weights

Operating Weight - Typically Equipped:
71454lb

Power Train

Forward/Reverse Gears:
8 Forward/6 Reverse
Transmission:
Direct drive, power shift, countershaft
Brakes - Dynamic Brake Torque per Wheel:
27069.27lb/ft
Brakes - Secondary:
Oil-actuated, oil-disc
Brakes - Service:
Oil-actuated, oil disc
Brakes - Parking:
Spring applied, hydraulically released

Moldboard

Blade Width:
16ft

Hydraulic System

Circuit Type:
Electro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center
Pump Type:
Variable piston
Maximum System Pressure:
3590psi
Standby Pressure:
856psi
Pump Output*:
74gal/min
Note:
*Pump output measured at 2,150 rpm.

Operating Specifications

Steering Range - Left/Right:
47.5°
Forward - 6th:
16mile/h
Forward - 4th:
7.6mile/h
Forward - 5th:
11.8mile/h
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires:
30.5ft
Forward - 7th:
22mile/h
Top Speed - Forward:
32.1mile/h
Forward - 3rd:
5.5mile/h
Reverse - 6th:
25.3mile/h
Reverse - 5th:
17.4mile/h
Reverse - 2nd:
4.1mile/h
Reverse - 3rd:
6mile/h
Forward - 8th:
32.1mile/h
Reverse - 1st:
2.2mile/h
Forward - 1st:
2.8mile/h
Top Speed - Reverse:
25.4mile/h
Forward - 2nd:
3.8mile/h
Reverse - 4th:
9.3mile/h
Articulation Angle - Left/Right:
20°

Service Refill

Fuel Capacity:
131gal (US)
Cooling System:
18.5gal (US)
DEF Tank:
4.2gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Total:
38.6gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Tank:
18.5gal (US)
Engine Oil:
9.5gal (US)
Transmission - Differential - Final Drives:
34gal (US)
Tandem Housing - Each:
34gal (US)
Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing:
0.24gal (US)
Circle Drive Housing:
2.6gal (US)

Frame

Front Frame Structure - Height:
18.1in
Front Frame Structure - Width:
14in
Drawbar - Width:
3in
Drawbar - Height:
8in
Front Axle - Total Oscillation per Side:
35°
Circle - Diameter:
71.7in
Circle - Blade Beam Thickness:
2in
Front Frame Structure - Thickness:
0.6in
Front Axle - Wheel Lean:
18° Left/17° Right
Front Axle - Height to Center:
26.4in

Tandems

Tandem Oscillation - Front Up:
15°
Sidewall Thickness - Outer:
0.9in
Sidewall Thickness - Inner:
0.9in
Tandem Oscillation - Front Down:
25°
Height:
25.5in
Width:
9.3in
Drive Chain Pitch:
2.5in
Wheel Axle Spacing:
72.5in

Moldboard

Arc Radius:
16.3in
Throat Clearance:
5in
Thickness:
1in
End Bit - Width:
6in
Blade Pull* - Base GVW:
41039lb
Cutting Edge Width:
8in
Cutting Edge Thickness:
1in
Down Force - Maximum GVW:
43861lb
Height:
31in
Width:
16ft
Down Force - Base GVW:
30743lb
Blade Pull* - Maximum GVW:
52878lb
End Bit - Thickness:
0.75in

Blade Range

Maximum Blade Position Angle:
65°
Maximum Lift Above Ground:
15.7in
Maximum Depth of Cut:
18.5in
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Right:
91in
Moldboard Sideshift - Left:
29.1in
Circle Centershift - Right:
22in
Circle Centershift - Left:
27.2in
Moldboard Sideshift - Right:
31.1in
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside of Tires - Left:
91in
Blade Tip Range - Forward:
40°
Blade Tip Range - Backward:

Ripper

Ripping Depth - Maximum:
17.8in
Shank Holder Spacing - Minimum:
17.5in
Ripper Shank Holders:
7
Penetration Force:
30311lb
Pry-Out Force:
43700lb
Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised:
63.4in

Weights Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)*

Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Total:
84877lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Total:
63528lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle:
52201lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total:
71454lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Front Axle:
26125lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle:
19253lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum Tested - Rear Axle:
58753lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Front Axle:
17932lb
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base** - Rear Axle:
45596lb

Dimensions (Approximate)

Ground Clearance - Rear Axle:
15.6in
Length - Counterweight to Ripper:
474.4in
Length - Front Axle to Moldboard:
120.7in
Length - Front Axle to Mid Tandem:
290in
Height - Top of Cylinders:
121.6in
Width - Tire Center Lines:
106.4in
Width - Outside Rear Tires:
134.3in
Length - Between Tandem Axles:
72.5in
Height - Top of Cab:
146.4in
Width - Outside Front Tires:
134.3in
Height - Front Axle Center:
28.9in
Length - Front Tire to Rear of Machine - Including Tow Hitch:
417in
Height - Exhaust Stack:
140in

Standards

Steering:
ISO 5010:2007
Brakes:
ISO 3450:2011
Sound:
ISO 6394:2008/ISO 6395:2008/ISO 6396:2008
ROPS/FOPS:
ISO 3471:2008/ISO 3449:2005

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th:
298hp
Gear - Forward 8th:
348hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 4th:
309hp

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (1):
Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 2 Star

Moldboard

Note:
*Blade pull calculated at 0.9 traction coefficient, which is equal to ideal no-slip conditions, and Gross Machine Weight.

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (2):
Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VKT 1 Star

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Reverse 1st:
294hp

Weights Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)*

Note (1):
*For machines not equipped with Tier 4 Final emission engine, subtract 150 kg (331 lb) from rear axle weight and total weight.

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 3rd:
298hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 3rd:
302hp

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (3):
Tires: 23.5R25 Bridgestone VJT 1 Star

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th:
302hp
Gear - Reverse 2nd:
294hp
Gear - Forward 7th:
332hp
Gear - Forward 6th:
325hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 6th:
320hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 8th:
353hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 5th:
311hp

Weights Tier 4/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)*

Note (2):
**Base operating weight calculated on standard machine configuration with 23.5 R25 tires, full fuel tank operator and ROPS cab.

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Reverse 1st:
290hp
Gear - Reverse 2nd:
290hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 1st:
294hp

Standards

Note (1):
The dynamic spectator sound power level is 109 dB(A) for Stage IV certified configurations and 109 dB(A) for Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) and Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) equivalent emission standard machines when measured according to the dynamic test procedures that are specified in ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The machine was equipped with a sound suppression system.

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 4th:
304hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 5th:
315hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Net

Gear - Forward 7th:
328hp
Gear - Forward 1st:
290hp
Gear - Forward 2nd:
290hp

Variable Power Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) or Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) - Metric

Gear - Forward 2nd:
294hp

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (4):
Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XHA 2 Star

Ripper

Shank Holder Spacing - Maximum:
20in

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning:
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas.

Optional Tire Arrangements

Wheel Group - 19.5×25 MP (5):
Tires: 23.5R25 Michelin XLDD 2 Star L5

Standards

Note (2):
The dynamic operator sound pressure level is 71 dB(A) for Stage IV certified configurations and 72 dB(A) for Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) and Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) equivalent emission standard machines when measured according to the dynamic test procedures that are specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed, with the cab doors and the cab windows closed. The cab was properly installed and maintained. The machine was equipped with a sound suppression system.

Operating Specifications

Note:
Calculated with no slip and 23.5 R25 L-3 tires.

Engine

Optimized VHP Range - Net:
216-259 kW (290-348 hp)

Standard Equipment

note

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

operator environment

  • Adjustable Electric Arm rest
  • Adjustable wrist rest
  • Air conditioner with heater
  • Articulation, automatic Return-to-Center
  • Centershift pin indicator
  • Coat hook
  • Cup holder
  • Display, digital speed and gear
  • Doors, left and right side with wiper
  • Gauges (analog) inside the cab (includes fuel, articulation, engine coolant temp, engine rpm, and hydraulic oil temp)
  • Gauges, machine level
  • Information display touch screen
  • Joystick gear selection
  • Joystick hydraulic controls for implements, steering, transmission
  • Ladders, cab, left and right side
  • Lights, left and right side lights
  • Lights, night time cab
  • Meter, hour, digital
  • Mirror, inside rearview, wide angle
  • Power port, 12V
  • Radio ready, entertainment
  • ROPS cab, sound suppressed, less than 73 dB(A) ISO 6394 (70% fan speed)
  • Seat, cloth-covered, comfort air suspension
  • Storage compartments
  • Throttle control, electronic

power train

  • Air cleaner, dual stage dry type radial seal with service indicator through messenger and automatic dust ejector
  • Air-to-air after cooler (ATAAC)
  • Auto Diff Lock
  • Belt, serpentine, automatic tensioner
  • Brake wear indication
  • Brakes, oil disc, four-wheel, hydraulic
  • Consistent Power to ground
  • Critically Low Fluid Level Monitoring System
  • Differential, lock/unlock
  • Drain, engine oil, high speed
  • Electronic over speed protection
  • Engine ECO Mode: Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) and Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) equivalent emission standards
  • Engine, compression brake
  • Ether starting aid
  • Fuel tank, fast fill, ground level
  • Fuel-water separator
  • Hydraulic Demand Fan
  • Muffler, under hood (Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) and Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3)
  • OK-to-Start
  • Optimized VHP
  • Parking brake – multi disc, sealed, oil-cooled
  • Priming pump, fuel
  • Rear axle, modular
  • Sediment drain, fuel tank
  • Three variations of the C13 engine. One meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) emission standards and is required for sale in higher regulated countries. The other options are capable of meeting Tier 2/Stage II/Japan 2001 (Tier 2) or Tier 3/Stage IIIA/Japan 2006 (Tier 3) equivalent emission standards and are available for lesser or non-regulated countries, depending on the emission standards of the specific country.
  • Transmission, 8F/6R, power shift
  • VIMS no telematics

electrical

  • Alternator, 150 ampere, sealed
  • Batteries, maintenance free, heavy duty, 1,400 CCA
  • Breaker panel
  • Electrical system, 24V
  • Lights: brake, reversing, roof-mounted roading, stop and tail (LED), work front
  • Product Link
  • Starter, electric, heavy duty

safety

  • Alarm, back up
  • Ground level engine shutdown
  • Hammer (emergency exit)
  • Horn, electric
  • Lockout, hydraulic implement for roading
  • Operator not present monitoring System
  • Paint, glare reducing – top of front frame, rear enclosure an ripper cylinders
  • Rearview camera
  • Seat belt indicator
  • Seat belt, retractable 76 mm (3 in)
  • Secondary steering
  • Windows, laminated glass: – Fixed front with intermittent wiper – Door with intermittent wipers (2)
  • Windows, tempered: – Left and right side wipers – Rear with intermittent wiper

other standard equipment

  • 3-Bolt blade Bracket
  • AccuGrade ARO
  • Accumulators, blade lift
  • Brake accumulators, dual certified
  • Cat Grade Control Cross Slope
  • CD ROM Parts Book
  • Clutch, circle drive slip
  • Cutting edges, curved DH-2 steel: – 203 mm × 25 mm (8 in × 1 in) – 19 mm (3∕4 in) mounting bolts
  • Doors (four), engine compartment, (two left, two right hand) locking
  • Doors, two service, left and right side
  • Drawbar – six shoe with replaceable wear strips
  • End bits, 16 mm (5∕8 in) DH-2 steel, 19 mm (3∕4 in) mounting bolts
  • Fast fill fuel, 567.8 L/min (150 gpm)
  • Fluid check
  • Frame, articulated, with safety lock
  • Hydraulics, load-sensing
  • Metallic Fuel tank, 496 L (131 gal)
  • Metallic DCM wear strips
  • Modular cooling package
  • Moldboard: – 4880 mm × 787 mm × 25 mm (16 ft × 31 in × 1 in) – Hydraulic side shift and tip
  • Radiator, two cleanout access doors
  • Rear bumper
  • Rear tandem access steps and hand bars
  • S∙O∙S ports: engine, hydraulic, transmission, coolant
  • Tandem walkway
  • Top adjust circle wear strips
  • Tow hitch (not available with ripper)

tires, rims, and wheels

  • A partial allowance for tires on 597 mm × 609.6 mm (23.5 in × 24 in) multi-piece rims is included in the base machine price and weight

fluids

  • Extended Life Coolant to –35° C (–31° F)

work tools/g.e.t.

  • 4.9 m (16 ft) blade with curved cutting edge 203 mm × 25 mm (8 in × 1 in)

Optional Equipment

note

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

operator environment

  • Air horn
  • Comfort package
  • Heated door
  • Mirrors high visibility
  • Mirrors, outside heated 24V
  • Mirrors, outside mounted
  • Seat heated
  • Seat heated/ventilated
  • Windows cleaning platform and ladders left-right hand side

power train

  • Transmission, autoshift

guards

  • Debris guard
  • Front axle cylinder guard
  • Rear fenders
  • Sound suppression, engine enclosure and transmission
  • Transmission guard

electrical

  • Light, LED, warning strobe
  • Lights front LED
  • Lights, front headlights high
  • Lights, front headlights low
  • Mounting, for warning light
  • Service lights
  • Working lights halogen
  • Working lights LED

safety

  • Additional monitor for rearview camera
  • Enhanced access platform
  • Fire suppression ready
  • Machine Security System Key
  • Service access platform

other attachments

  • Auto-lube, Centro-matic
  • Auto-lube, ripper enhancement
  • Control, blade, variable float
  • Heater, engine coolant, 120V
  • Heater, engine coolant, 240V
  • Hydraulic arrangements with additional hydraulic valves Base+1
  • Hydraulic arrangements with additional hydraulic valves Base+5
  • Product Link Elite dual
  • Rim, 495.3 mm × 635 mm (19.5 in × 25 in) MP (spare)
  • Weather, Cold Plus package

work tools/g.e.t.

  • 4.9 m (16 ft) blade with flat cutting edge 254 mm × 35 mm (10 in × 1 3∕8 in)
  • Push block, counterweight
  • Ripper, rear
  • Tooth, ripper

fluids

  • Coolant, –51° C (–60° F)