New 12, 140 et 160 series M3 graders from Caterpillar
Caterpillar just launched their new grader range with the latest innovations in terms of polluting gases reduction. The new 12M3, 140M3 and 160M3 models have a better energy efficiency and meet the EPA Tier 4 Final and Level IV norm requirements.
Caterpillar just launched their new grader range with the latest innovations in terms of polluting gases reduction.
The new 12M3, 140M3 and 160M3 models have a better energy efficiency and meet the EPA Tier 4 Final and Level IV norm requirements.
Caterpillar graders : ecological and economical
The new models reduces the fuel consumption by 10% in average thanks to a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system, combined with the use of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). Besides, the fuel consumption can be optimised by using the ECO mode. This mode changes the engine rating and reduces the fuel consumption by 10%.
Caterpillar comfort and efficiency
The new models of the Caterpillar M3 series are edsigned to increase the operator's efficiency on contruction sites. The models are equipped with the Product Link system that manage a fleet, checks where the machine is, controls the operating hours as well as the fuel consumption and the productivity, through Vision Link.
The graders control system has two electronic joysticks used to lower the arm movements by 78%, in order to reduce the operator's fatigue. There also is a screen that displays the levelling controls on the center console for maximum visibility.
Technical characteristics of the new range of M3 series Cat graders
| 12M3 | 140M3 | 160M3 | |
| Engine | C9.3 ACERT Cat | C9.3 ACERT Cat | C9.3 ACERT Cat |
| Net power | 133 kW 179 HP | 149 kW 200 HP | 165 kW 221 HP |
| Metric power |
181 HP | 202 HP | 224 HP |
| Shield, blade width |
3,7m 12 ft | 3,7m 12 ft | 4,2m 14 ft |
| Weight | 19 344 kg | 19 935 kg | 20 660 kg |
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