John Deere Product Details
160 P-Tier
Powerful Performance With Proven P‑Tier Durability
With 122 net horsepower and strong digging forces, the 160 P‑Tier is built to take on demanding applications such as site prep, trenching, and material handling. P‑Tier updates build on the proven G‑Series platform with improved front‑joint durability, including centralized greasing at the arm tip and enhanced pipe clamping—helping reduce wear and extend component life in tough conditions.
Fast Attachment Changes and Versatile Jobsite Capability
A hydraulic coupler‑ready option with factory‑installed plumbing allows operators to switch attachments quickly from the cab, keeping work moving as jobsite demands change. This flexibility makes the excavators well suited for trenching, backfilling, material handling, and cleanup without adding extra machines to the fleet.
Work Confidently via Standard Cameras and Lighting
The integrated right rear and left camera system, along with powerful LED surround lighting, enhances the operator's 270-degree visibility around the machine, even in low light conditions, all displayed on the main monitor. Additionally, LED front work lights and rear camera remain standard equipment.
Engine
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Model | PowerTech™ PWS 4.5 L |
| Non-road emission standards | EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage IV |
| Net power | 2200 rpm |
| Net power at net power rpm (ISO 9249) | 122 hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 275 cu in. |
| Off-level capacity | 70 % |
| Off-level capacity | 35 degrees |
| Aspiration type | Series turbocharged, air-to-air charge-air cooler |
Cooling
| Cooling system type | Cool-on-demand hydraulic-driven, suction-type fan with remote-mounted drive |
Powertrain
| Powertrain type | 2-speed propel with automatic shift |
| Maximum travel speed low/slow | 2.1 mph |
| Maximum travel speed high/fast | 3.3 mph |
| Drawbar pull | 38030 lb. |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulics type | Open center, load sensing |
| Main pump type | 2 variable-displacement axial-piston pumps |
| Number of pumps | 2 |
| Main pump maximum rated flow per pump | 50 gpm |
| Pump 2 maximum rated flow per pump | 50 gpm |
| Pilot pump number of gears | 1 |
| Pilot pump maximum rated flow | 8.9 gpm |
| Pilot pump pressure setting | 570 psi |
| Implement circuits system operating pressure | 4980 psi |
| Travel circuits system operating pressure | 4980 psi |
| Swing circuits system operating pressure | 4980 psi |
| Power boost system operating pressure | 5511 psi |
| Controls type | Pilot levers, short stroke, low-effort hydraulic pilot controls with shutoff lever |
Cylinders
| Number of boom cylinders | 2 |
| Boom cylinder bore | 4.33 in. |
| Boom cylinder rod diameter | 3.15 in. |
| Boom cylinder stroke | 43.7 in. |
| Number of arm cylinders | 1 |
| Arm cylinder bore | 4.72 in. |
| Arm cylinder rod diameter | 3.54 in. |
| Arm cylinder stroke | 53.74 in. |
| Number of bucket cylinders | 1 |
| Bucket cylinder bore | 4.13 in. |
| Bucket cylinder rod diameter | 2.95 in. |
| Bucket cylinder stroke | 36.81 in. |
Electrical
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Number of batteries | 2 |
| Battery capacity | 950 CCA |
| Alternator rating | 100 amp |
| Work lights | 2 LED (1 on left side of boom, 1 on frame) |
Undercarriage
| Number of carrier rollers per side | 2 |
| Number of track rollers per side | 7 |
| Number of shoes per side | 43 |
| Track adjustment type | Hydraulic |
| Track guides | Front and center |
| Track chain type | Sealed and lubricated |
Ground Pressure
| 24-in. triple semi-grouser shoes without blade | 5.95 psi |
| 28-in. triple semi-grouser shoes without blade | 5.08 psi |
Swing Mechanism
| Speed | 13.3 rpm |
| Torque | 32353 lb-ft |
Refill Capacities
| Fuel tank | 75.3 gal. |
| Cooling system | 24.8 qt |
| Engine oil with filter | 18 qt |
| Hydraulic tank | 33 gal. |
| Hydraulic system | 55.5 gal. |
| Swing gearbox | 6.6 qt |
| Propel gearbox | 7.2 qt |
| Pump drive gearbox | 1 qt |
| Diesel-exhaust fluid (DEF) | 28.2 qt |
Operating weights of excavator without blade
| Conditions for measuring operating weights without blade | With full fuel tank, 79-kg (175 lb.) operator, and 914-mm (36 in.), 0.60-m3 (0.78 cu. yd.), 528-kg (1,164 lb.) general-purpose bucket; 3.10-m (10 ft. 2 in.) arm; 3200-kg (7,055 lb.) counterweight; and 700-mm (28 in.) triple semi-grouser shoes |
| With 28-in. triple semi-grouser shoes | 39526 lb. |
Operating weights of optional components without blade
| 24-in. triple semi-grouser shoes | 13912 in. |
| 28-in. triple semi-grouser shoes | 14383 lb. |
| 1-piece boom, with arm cylinder | 2863 lb. |
| 8-ft, 6-in. arm with bucket and linkage | 1736 lb. |
| 10-ft, 2-in. arm with bucket and linkage | 1925 lb. |
| Boom-lift cylinders (2), total weight | 674 lb. |
