- Overall Length: 28.58 ft / 8713 mm
- Width Over Tires: 8.17 ft / 2493 mm
- Wheelbase: 20.08 ft / 6121 mm
- Rear Ground Clearance: 1.13 ft / 341 mm
Published dimensions and weight
Caterpillar 140M
The Caterpillar 140M is a motor grader of about 19 t, powered by a 183 hp engine.
01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Measurement reference — not to scale
01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Std Operation Weight - Total33356 lb15130 kg
03Selected published values220
Motor graders are commonly used to shape, level and maintain roads, pads and drainage surfaces. Published rows for Caterpillar 140M include published moldboard width of 12 ft / 3700 mm, published maximum power of 183 hp / 136.5 kw, published operating weight of 33356 lb / 15130 kg. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.
- Compare the published “Overall Length” field (28.58 ft / 8713 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
- Compare the published “Width Over Tires” field (8.17 ft / 2493 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
- Compare the published “Wheelbase” field (20.08 ft / 6121 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
02Specifications
Published values, clearly grouped.
Published specifications and measurements are organized by section for quick reference.
Dimensions
Overall Length28.58 ft8713 mm
Width Over Tires8.17 ft2493 mm
Wheelbase20.08 ft6121 mm
Rear Ground Clearance1.13 ft341 mm
Tandem Axle Wheelbase5 ft1523 mm
Front Ground Clearance1.87 ft571 mm
Blade Base8.39 ft2552 mm
Height - Top Of Cylinders119 in3022.6 mm
Height To Top Of Isomount Cab10.8 ft3293 mm
Length - Between Tandem Axles60 in1524 mm
Length - Front Axle To Mid Tandem241 in6121.4 mm
Length - Front Axle To Moldboard100 in2540 mm
Length - Front Tire To Rear Of Machine344 in8737.6 mm
Length - Push Plate To Ripper399 in10134.6 mm
Length - Push Plate To Ripper Retracted386 in9804.4 mm
Height - Top Of Cab Product Link133 in3378.2 mm
Height - Top Of Cab130 ft39.63 m
Height - Front Axle Center23.5 in596.9 mm
Height - Exhaust Stack121 in3073.4 mm
Width - Outside Front Tires98 in2489.2 mm
Width - Outside Rear Tires98 in2489.2 mm
Width - Tire Center Lines84 in2133.6 mm
Ground Clearance - Rear Axle13.3 in337.82 mm
Ripper
Pry-Out Force26259 lb11910.9 kg
Ripping Depth - Maximum16.8 in426.8 mm
Ripper Shank Holders55
Penetration Force20540 lb9316.8 kg
Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised36.2 in919.5 mm
Ripper Shank Holder Spacing21 in533.4 mm
Engine
Number Of Cylinders66
Engine Make22362236
Engine ModelC7 ACERT VHPC7 ACERT VHP
Power Measured @2000 rpm2000 rpm
Max Power183 hp136.5 kw
Net Power Gears 7-8183 hp136.5 kw
Displacement439 cu in7.2 L
Bore4.3 in109.3 mm
Stroke5 in127 mm
EmissionsEmissions equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.Emissions equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Note (1)Maximum torque (VHP Plus) measured at 1,000 rpm.Maximum torque (VHP Plus) measured at 1,000 rpm.
Note (2)Net power is tested per ISO 9249, SAE J1349, and EEC 80/1269 Standards in effect at the time of manufacture.Net power is tested per ISO 9249, SAE J1349, and EEC 80/1269 Standards in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (3)Net power advertised is the power available at rated speed of 2,000 rpm, measured at the flywheel when engine is equipped with fan running at minimum speed, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.Net power advertised is the power available at rated speed of 2,000 rpm, measured at the flywheel when engine is equipped with fan running at minimum speed, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.
Note (4)Power as declared per ISO 14396; Rated Speed = 2,000 rpm; VHP Plus = 175 kW (234 hp)Power as declared per ISO 14396; Rated Speed = 2,000 rpm; VHP Plus = 175 kW (234 hp)
Note (5)No engine derating required up to 3048 m (10,000 ft).No engine derating required up to 3048 m (10,000 ft).
Derating Altitude10000 ft3048 m
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net183 hp136.5 kw
Speed At Rated Power2,000 rpm2,000 rpm
High - Ambient Capability122 degrees122 degrees
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric186 hp138.8 kw
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Maximum1,650 rpm1,650 rpm
Maximum Torque - Vhp Plus855 lb ft1159.3 Nm
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Minimum600 rpm600 rpm
Vhp Plus Range - Net136-174 kW (183-233 hp)136-174 kW (183-233 hp)
Vhp Plus Range - Net - Metric136-174 kW (186-237 hp)136-174 kW (186-237 hp)
Torque Rise - Vhp Plus39%39%
Standard - Fan Speed - Maximum1,450 rpm1,450 rpm
Standard - Fan Speed - Minimum600 rpm600 rpm
Standard - Ambient Capability109 degrees109 degrees
Frame
Front Frame Structure - Height12 ft3657.6 mm
Front Frame Structure - Width12 ft3657.6 mm
Front Frame Structure - Thickness0.6 ft182.9 mm
Circle - Diameter60.2 in1529.1 mm
Drawbar - Height6 in152.4 mm
Front Axle - Height To Center23 in584.2 mm
Circle - Blade Beam Thickness1.6 in40.7 mm
Front Axle - Total Oscillation Per Side32 degrees32 degrees
Drawbar - Width3 in76.2 mm
Front Axle - Wheel Lean - Left/Right18 degrees18 degrees
Operational
Std Operation Weight - Front Axle9173 lb4161 kg
Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle24183 lb10969 kg
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity15.9 gal60 L
Std Operation Weight - Total33356 lb15130 kg
Max Operation Weight - Front Axle17908 lb8123 kg
Max Operation Weight - Rear Axle32967 lb14954 kg
Max Operation Weight - Total50875 lb23077 kg
Fuel Capacity110 gal416 L
Cooling System Fluid Capacity12.4 gal47 L
Rear Diff/Final Drive Fluid Capacity17.2 gal65 L
Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity1.8 gal7 L
Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (Each)16.9 gal64 L
Power Train
Brakes - ParkingMultiple oil discMultiple oil disc
Brakes - ServiceMultiple oil discMultiple oil disc
TransmissionDirect drive, power shift, countershaftDirect drive, power shift, countershaft
Forward/Reverse Gears8 Forward/6 Reverse8 Forward/6 Reverse
Brakes - SecondaryDual circuit control systemDual circuit control system
Brakes - Service - Surface Area3565 in22.3 m2
Steering
Articulation Angle20 degrees20 degrees
Turning Radius25.5 ft7.8 m
Transmission
Transmission Typedirect drive, power shift, countershaftdirect drive, power shift, countershaft
Number Of Gears - Forward88
Number Of Gears - Reverse66
Max Speed - Forward29 mph46.6 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse22.9 mph36.8 km/h
Front Axle
Wheel Lean18 degrees18 degrees
Oscillation - Total32 degrees32 degrees
Ground Clearance1.9 ft571 mm
Weights
NoteBase operating weight calculated on standard machine configuration with 14.00R24 tire with multi-piece rim, full fuel tank, coolant, lubricants and operator.Base operating weight calculated on standard machine configuration with 14.00R24 tire with multi-piece rim, full fuel tank, coolant, lubricants and operator.
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle30152 lb13676.8 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle11716 lb5314.3 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped - Total41868 lb18991.1 kg
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped41868 lb18991.1 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total36554 lb16580.7 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Typically Equipped41868 lb18991.1 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total51893 lb23538.3 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle26993 lb12243.9 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle9561 lb4336.8 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle16606 lb7532.4 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle35287 lb16006 kg
Hydraulic System
Standby Pressure450 psi450 psi
Maximum System Pressure3500 psi3500 psi
Pump TypeVariable pistonVariable piston
Pump Flow55.7 gal/min210 L/min
Relief Valve Pressure3500 psi24150 kPa
Circuit TypeElectro-hydraulic load sensing, closed centerElectro-hydraulic load sensing, closed center
NotePump output measured at 2,150 rpm.Pump output measured at 2,150 rpm.
Pump Output55.7 gal/min55.7 gal/min
Moldboard
Moldboard Width12 ft3700 mm
Moldboard Height24 in610 mm
Moldboard Thickness0.9 in22 mm
Max Depth Of Cut28.1 in715 mm
Side Shift Left20.1 in510 mm
Side Shift Right26 in660 mm
Blade Pull At Max Weight45787.8 lb20769 kg
Blade Width12 ft3.7 m
Arc Radius16.3 in414.1 mm
Throat Clearance6.5 in165.1 mm
Cutting Edge Width6 in152.4 mm
Cutting Edge Thickness0.6 in15.3 mm
End Bit - Width6 in152.4 mm
End Bit - Thickness0.6 in15.3 mm
Moldboard - Height24 in609.6 mm
Moldboard - Thickness0.9 in22.1 mm
Moldboard - Width12 ft3.7 m
NoteBlade pull calculated at 0.9 traction coefficient, which is equal to no-slip conditions, and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).Blade pull calculated at 0.9 traction coefficient, which is equal to no-slip conditions, and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).
Blade Pull - Maximum Gvw31758 lb14405.2 kg
Blade Pull - Base Gvw24294 lb11019.6 kg
Down Pressure - Maximum Gvw28503 lb12928.8 kg
Down Pressure - Base Gvw16410 lb7443.5 kg
Circle
Diameter60.2 in1530 mm
Shift Left27.4 in695 mm
Shift Right28.7 in728 mm
Max Reach Outside Tires - Left70.5 in1790 mm
Max Reach Outside Tires - Right77.9 in1978 mm
Max Lift Above Ground18.9 in480 mm
Blade Tip Angle - Front40 degrees40 degrees
Blade Tip Angle - Rear5 degrees5 degrees
Operating Specifications
Top Speed - Forward29 mph46.7 km/h
Top Speed - Reverse22.9 mph36.9 km/h
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires25 ft7.6 m
Steering Range - Left/Right47.5 degrees47.5 degrees
Articulation Angle - Left/Right20 degrees20 degrees
Forward - 8th29 mph46.7 km/h
Forward - 7th19.9 mph32.1 km/h
Forward - 6th14.5 mph23.4 km/h
Forward - 5th10.6 mph17.1 km/h
Forward - 4th6.8 mph11 km/h
Forward - 3rd5 mph8.1 km/h
Forward - 2nd3.4 mph5.5 km/h
Forward - 1st2.5 mph4.1 km/h
Reverse - 6th22.9 mph36.9 km/h
Reverse - 5th15.7 mph25.3 km/h
Reverse - 4th8.4 mph13.6 km/h
Reverse - 3rd5.4 mph8.7 km/h
Reverse - 2nd3.7 mph6 km/h
Reverse - 1st2 mph3.3 km/h
Standards
BrakesISO 3450:1996ISO 3450:1996
Rops/FopsISO 3471:2008, ISO 3449:2005 Level IIISO 3471:2008, ISO 3449:2005 Level II
SoundISO 6394:2008, ISO 6395:2008ISO 6394:2008, ISO 6395:2008
Note (1)The static sound operator pressure level measured according to ISO 6394:2008 for a cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed, maintained and tested with doors and windows closed and hydraulic fan at maximum speed is 74 dB(A).The static sound operator pressure level measured according to ISO 6394:2008 for a cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed, maintained and tested with doors and windows closed and hydraulic fan at maximum speed is 74 dB(A).
SteeringISO 5010:2007ISO 5010:2007
Service Refill
Cooling System10.6 gal40.2 L
Engine Oil6.6 gal25 L
Hydraulic System - Tank16.9 gal64 L
Tandem Housing - Each16.9 gal64 L
Circle Drive Housing1.8 gal6.9 L
Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing0.2 gal0.5 L
Fuel Capacity110 gal416.4 L
Transmission - Differential - Final Drives16.9 gal64 L
Blade Range
Circle Centershift - Right28.7 in729 mm
Circle Centershift - Left27.4 in696 mm
Moldboard Sideshift - Right26 in660.4 mm
Moldboard Sideshift - Left20.1 in510.6 mm
Blade Tip Range - Forward40 degrees40 degrees
Blade Tip Range - Backward5 degrees5 degrees
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside Of Tires - Right77.9 in1978.7 mm
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside Of Tires - Left70.5 in1790.7 mm
Maximum Lift Above Ground18.9 in480.1 mm
Maximum Depth Of Cut28.1 in713.8 mm
Maximum Blade Position Angle90 degrees90 degrees
Scarifier
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holders99
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holders1111
Front, V-Type, 5 Or 11 Tooth - Working Width47.4 in1204 mm
Front, V-Type, 5 Or 11 Tooth - Scarifying Depth, Maximum18.4 in467.4 mm
Front, V-Type, 5 Or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holders5, 115, 11
Front, V-Type, 5 Or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing4.6 in116.9 mm
Mid, V-Type - Working Width46.6 in1183.7 mm
Mid, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum11.5 in292.1 mm
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing4.6 in116.9 mm
Rear - Working Width91 in2311.4 mm
Rear - Scarifying Depth, Maximum10.5 in266.7 mm
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing10.5 in266.7 mm
Tandems
Height19.9 in505.5 mm
Width7.9 in200.7 mm
Sidewall Thickness - Inner0.6 in15.3 mm
Sidewall Thickness - Outer0.7 in17.8 mm
Drive Chain Pitch2 in50.8 mm
Wheel Axle Spacing60 in1524 mm
Tandem Oscillation - Front Up15 degrees15 degrees
Tandem Oscillation - Front Down25 degrees25 degrees
Net Power - Vhp Plus
Gear - Forward 1st183 hp136.5 kw
Gear - Forward 2nd188 hp140.2 kw
Gear - Forward 3rd203 hp151.4 kw
Gear - Forward 4th208 hp155.2 kw
Gear - Forward 5th213 hp158.9 kw
Gear - Forward 6th218 hp162.6 kw
Gear - Forward 7th233 hp173.8 kw
Gear - Forward 8th233 hp173.8 kw
Gear - Reverse 1st183 hp136.5 kw
Gear - Reverse 2nd188 hp140.2 kw
Gear - Reverse 3rd-6th203 hp151.4 kw
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