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2019-2025
1,710 kg Operating weight
50/66 Hz Frequency
12.8/22.2 kN Impact force
14.76 kw Gross power
800 mm Drum width
33 liter Fuel cap

The JCB CT160 is a compact 1.7-ton tandem roller designed for asphalt finishing, patching, and light compaction work in tight urban environments. With a reliable Kubota diesel engine, dual vibration frequencies, and a narrow drum width, it’s built for contractors who need control, maneuverability, and clean finishes on small to mid-size jobs.

Kubota D1005 diesel engine, 14.76 kW

drum width 800 mm

impact force 12.8–22.2 kN

vibration frequency 50/66 Hz

water tank 100-liter

operating weight 1,710 kg

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Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 76,000

Starting from

AED 57,000

JCB CT160 Technical specifications

General

Engine model

Kubota D1005-EF06

Operating weight

1,710 kg

Fuel type

Diesel

Frequency

50/66 Hz

Impact force

12.8/22.2 kN

Recommended surface type

Asphalt, road base, urban roads

Engine

Gross power

14.76 kw

Operational specifications

Drum width

800 mm

Drum shell thickness

12 mm

Static linear load

10 kg/cm

Water tank capacity

100 liters

Dimensions

Stowed height

1650 mm

Overall Length

2.14 m

Service refill capacities

Fuel cap

33 liter

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JCB CT160 expert review

Reviewed by Mohammed E. on February 8, 2026

Overview

The JCB CT160 sits in the lightweight tandem roller class, built for asphalt finishing, trench work, and small urban road projects where maneuverability matters.

Pros Compact footprint, smooth vibration control, and low fuel consumption.
Cons Limited performance on thick asphalt layers, smaller water tank capacity.

Efficiency

Dual vibration settings allow controlled compaction while keeping operating costs low.

Operator Area

Clear visibility and straightforward controls support accurate finishing work in tight areas.

In Comparison

The CT160 is easier to maneuver than the Dynapac CC1200 and closely matches the Hamm HD 12 in finish quality.

Verdict

Rated 5 stars, the JCB CT160 is a smart investment for contractors handling light asphalt and maintenance work.

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JCB CT160 owner rating

JCB CT160 Tandem rollers [2019-2025]

2019-2025

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.3
performance

4.3

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

4.7

safety

4.7

features

4.0

5 stars

33 %

4 stars

67 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Very easy to maneuver in tight sites with smooth asphalt finish.
Cons
Not suitable for heavy-duty or thick asphalt compaction.
performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

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General
Engine model Kubota D1005-EF06
Engine model Kubota D1703-M
Engine model Kubota D1703
Operating weight 1,710 kg
Operating weight 3,400 kg
Operating weight 2,695 kg
Fuel type Diesel
Fuel type Diesel
Fuel type Diesel
Frequency 50/66 Hz
Frequency 66 Hz
Frequency 65/51 Hz
Impact force 12.8/22.2 kN
Impact force 34 kN
Impact force 49/30 kN
Recommended surface type Asphalt, road base, urban roads
Recommended surface type Asphalt, roadbase
Recommended surface type Asphalt, road base, urban roads
Years 2019-2025
Years 2021
Years 2019-2025
Market Average AED 76,000
Market Average AED 93,000
Market Average AED 195,000
Price AED 57,000
Price AED 75,000
Price AED 86,000
Engine
Gross power 14.76 kw
Gross power -
Gross power -
Net power -
Net power 26.1 kw
Net power 18.49 kw
Operational specifications
Drum width 800 mm
Drum width 1,200 mm
Drum width 1,200 mm
Drum shell thickness 12 mm
Drum shell thickness 13 mm
Drum shell thickness 15 mm
Static linear load 10 kg/cm
Static linear load 10.3/11.4 kg/cm
Static linear load 11.2 kg/cm for the front drum and 11.4 kg/cm for the rear drum
Water tank capacity 100 liters
Water tank capacity 205 liter
Water tank capacity 180 liters
Dimensions
Stowed height 1,650 mm
Stowed height 1.74 m
Stowed height 1.752 mm
Overall Length 2.14 m
Overall Length 2.4 m
Overall Length 2.53 m
Service refill capacities
Fuel cap 33 liter
Fuel cap 45 liter
Fuel cap 42 liter

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