Why 9-Speed Transmissions Are The New Gold Standard In Motor Graders

Another minor yet significant engineering transformation in 2026 is the alteration of motor graders’ operational approach. Historically, most mid-size graders have been equipped with 8-speed transmissions, which are sufficient for general grading but sometimes inadequate for fuel optimization during fine grading. Introduce new models with 9-forward-speed transmissions, with what Caterpillar refers to as a finish …

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