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| Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | 35067 lb 15906 kg |
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Motor Graders 120 / 120 AWD
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- Operating Weight - Typically Equipped
- 35067 lb
- 15906 kg
- Blade Width
- 12 ft
- 3.7 m
- End Bit
- 6 in
- 152 mm
Overview
Fuel Efficient With Factory Integrated Technology
The Cat 120 motor grader offers the options of joystick or steering wheel with lever controls with all-wheel drive (AWD) option. Save up to 15 percent in fuel consumption. Cab and comfort options help improve performance. Factory integrated technology options ensure grade for any project.
Benefits
Up To 15% More fuel efficient
Use less fuel with the Cat C7.1 Engine and ECO mode.
Cab Designed for Comfort
Designed for maximum operator comfort, the next generation cab gives you control and comfort options to promote productivity.
Up To 15% Lower maintenance costs
Extend your maintenance intervals using the new filtration technology. Filters are grouped together for easy access.
Features At A Glance
MOVE MORE WITH LESS FUEL
- Get to work with balanced weight and power in the Cat C7.1 engine.
- Increase your fuel economy up to 15% with the standard Eco mode.
- Cat Grade technology helps you get to the target grade in fewer passes.
- The powershift transmission works hard with machine balance to ensure drawbar power to the ground.
- Powertrain components are specifically made to be rebuilt.
WORK IN COMFORT
- Choose your comfort level in the cab with standard, comfort plus, and premium plus options.
- With one 203 mm (8 in) color touchscreen, view your machine information from fuel levels to GRADE technology options and machine alerts. The anti-glare screen makes it easy to read no matter how bright it gets.
- Connect your phone with Bluetooth™ or auxiliary cord option to listen to music and podcasts throughout your work day.
- Decrease clutter with more storage areas in the cab.
- The high capacity Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system dehumidifies and pressurizes the cab, circulates fresh air, seals out dust and keeps windows clear from fogging.
- With the auto-controlled climate option, you can set your ideal temperature.
- Easily add a radio to the cab using the built-in mounting location.
- Keep your phone charged with the optional USB charging port along with a spot designed to hold your phone.
TECHNOLOGY THAT GETS WORK DONE
- The next generation motor grader offers updated Grade technology displayed on the 203 mm (8 in) color touchscreen option.
- Use the Digital Blade Slope Meter to get to grade without relying on manual grade checkers.
- Cat Grade with Cross Slope Indicate option provides a real-time readout of cross slope and can be scaled to Cat Grade with Cross Slope for automatic blade movement.
- Cat Grade Attachment Ready Option (ARO) gives you the connections that you need to add grade control technologies.
- Stable Blade senses blade bounce before you to reduce manual throttle use and site rework.
- Product Link™ provides location, machine hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, diagnostic codes, and other machine data on demand through the VisionLink® online interface, which helps you improve jobsite efficiency with lower operating costs.
- Update machine software with Remote Services without taking the machine out of service.
BUILT-IN SAFETY FEATURES
- View your surroundings with the rear camera option to ensure the safety of you and those around you. The dedicated display can be always on to ensure a safe work environment.
- The heated lens keeps the rearview camera clear.
- In the event of an engine stall, count on the secondary steering system to turn on to help you stop the machine safely.
- Ensure three points of contact when entering and exiting the machine with strategically placed walkways and grab rails.
- Ground level engine shut-off switch stops all fuel to the engine when activated and shuts down the machine.
- See the rear of your machine with connecting windows.
- Work past sundown using the LED light option for increased night time visibility.
- Keep your work site safer with Cat GRADE technology, which reduces the need for manual grade checking with working machines.
LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS
- Filters, such as fuel, engine air, and oil filters, are grouped together for easy access and preventative maintenance.
- The next generation filters help you to get up to 15 percent in reduced filtration costs.
- Maintain roads with the standard drawbar circle moldboard with hardened circle teeth for increased durability.
- For tight finish grading, consider the top adjust drawbar option for applications that require maximum accuracy. It offers up to 45 percent reduction in maintenance cost over the standard.
- Hydraulic brakes are well oiled to keep them maintenance free.
- Lower costly repairs to your circle and pinion with the Circle Saver.
OPTIONS TO MEET YOUR NEEDS
- Improve the balance of your machine with the counterweight or push block for increased performance and efficiency.
- Ripper and scarifier options are available to assist with grading hardened ground.
- The front lift group option is ready for attachments like the straight or front blade.
- For more road coverage, add a moldboard extension to add 605 mm (24 in).
Product Specifications for 120 / 120 AWD
Moldboard
| Blade Width | 12 ft 3.7 m |
| End Bit | 6 in 152 mm |
| Cutting Edge | 6 in 152 mm |
| Blade Height | 24 in 610 mm |
| Throat Clearance | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Arc Radius | 16.3 in 413 mm |
Air Conditioning System
| Note | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a carbon dioxide equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a carbon dioxide equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes. |
Blade Range
| Maximum Depth of Cut | 30.5 in 775 mm |
| Moldboard Side Shift Left | 20.1 in 512 mm |
| Circle Center Shift Left | 26 in 656 mm |
| Blade Tip Range Backward | 5 5 |
| Maximum Lift Above Ground | 16.1 in 410 mm |
| Circle Center Shift Right | 26 in 656 mm |
| Blade Tip Range Forward | 40 40 |
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Right | 76 in 1928 mm |
| Moldboard Side Shift Right | 26.1 in 663 mm |
| Maximum Shoulder Reach Left | 69.4 in 1764 mm |
Engine
| Standard Capability | 122 °F 50 °C |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 6 |
| Derating Altitude (AWD) | 5499 ft 1676 m |
| Torque Rise - ISO 9294 | 42% 42% |
| Note (2) | Net power advertised is the power available at rated speed of 2,000 rpm, measured at the flywheel when engine is equipped with fan, 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, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. |
| Displacement | 427.8 in³ 7.01 l |
| Derating Altitude | 9842.5 ft 3000 m |
| Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 | 606 lb/ft 822 N·m |
| All-Wheel Drive Net Power Range (Tier 3) | 130 HP 129 kW |
| Net Power Range (Tier 3) | 130 HP 97 kW |
| Note (3) | Power as declared per ISO 14396 Power as declared per ISO 14396 |
| Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Engine RPM | 2,000 2,000 |
| Maximum Torque - AWD On | 611 lb/ft 828 N·m |
| Note (1) | 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." |
| Engine Model | Cat 7.1 Cat 7.1 |
| Stroke | 5.3 in 135 mm |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA |
Service Refill Capacities
| Engine Crankcase | 4.8 gal (US) 18 l |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Tier 4 Only) | 5 gal (US) 15 l |
| Hydraulic System | 25.6 gal (US) 97 l |
| Fuel Tank | 65 gal (US) 246 l |
| Transmission and Differential | 9 gal (US) 34 l |
| Circle Drive | 1.8 gal (US) 7 l |
| Cooling System | 14 gal (US) 52.5 l |
Dimensions
| Length of Machine* | 387 in 9838 mm |
| Width All Wheel Drive (AWD) | 2551 mm 100.4 in |
| Width | 102 in 2592 mm |
| Note | *Typically equipped with push block and ripper. *Typically equipped with push block and ripper. |
| Maximum Height | 136.4 in 3465 mm |
| Basic Blade Width | 12 ft 3.7 m |
Machine Weight
| Joystick All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Weight* Tier 4 | 36846 lb 16713 kg |
| Lever/Steering Wheel All-Wheel drive (AWD) Weight* Tier 4 | 36731 lb 16661 kg |
| Note (1) | *Typically equipped includes 4267 mm (14 ft) plus blade, tires, push plate, ripper, bottom guard, operator, and full fluids. *Typically equipped includes 4267 mm (14 ft) plus blade, tires, push plate, ripper, bottom guard, operator, and full fluids. |
| Joystick Weight* Tier 4 | 35358 lb 16038 kg |
| Lever/Steering Wheel Weight* Tier 4 | 35067 lb 15906 kg |
120 / 120 AWD Standard Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Cab
- Vinyl Seat
- ROPS, Standard Sound Suppression
- Heating/Cooling Cab System
- Base Cab
- 254 mm (10 in) Hybrid Information Display
- Halogen Lighting
Cat Technology
- Product Link
Engine
- Cat C7.1
- ECO Mode
- Hydraulic Demand Fan
Drawbar Circle Moldboard
- Standard
- Circle Drive Slip Clutch
Safety
- Parking brake
- Signaling/warning horn
- Rearview mirror
- Hydraulic brakes
- Secondary steering system
- Side view mirrors
- Walkways and Grab Rails
120 / 120 AWD Optional Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Cab
- Cloth or Leather Seat
- Steering Wheel/Lever Controls
- Joystick Controls
- Rear Wiper
- Comfort Plus
- Premium Plus
- Seatbelt Indicator
- Heated/Cooled Seat
- Bluetooth/Auxiliary Radio
- LED Lighting
- Rear Window Screen
Cat Technology
- Cat Grade with Digital Blade Slope Meter
- Cat Grade with Cross Slope Indicate
- Cat Grade with Cross Slope
- Cat Grade Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
- Stable Blade
- Remote Services
Engine
- All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Drawbar Circle Moldboard
- Top Adjust
- Circle Saver
Safety
- Rearview camera
Versatility
- Counterweight
- Push Block
- Ripper
- Scarifier
- Front Lift Group
- Front Blade
- Front Blade
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Equipment Management
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Cat Inspect
Cat® Inspect allows you to access your equipment data on your mobile device. This easy-to-use app lets you capture inspection data and integrates with your other Cat data systems, so you can keep a close eye on your fleet. More than one million inspections are completed each year, providing convenience and accountability to equipment owners.
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Cat Product Link
Cat® Product Link™ wirelessly connects you to your equipment giving you valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing. Information such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, and diagnostic codes are made available through online web applications so that you can make timely, fact-based decisions to maximize efficiency, improve productivity, and lower the cost of owning and operating your fleet. Available with satellite or cellular connectivity.
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Cat Remote Flash
Remote Flash sends an alert from your Cat dealer, prompting you to update the software on your machine. To minimize downtime, updates can be deployed while on the jobsite without having to wait for a dealer technician to arrive. Remote flash decreases maintenance time and keeps your asset running with maximum efficiency.
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Cat Remote Troubleshooting
Remote Troubleshoot allows your Cat dealer to run testing while the machine is operating. Once the problem is identified, a technician can fix it with the correct parts and tools the first time, saving time and money. Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency.
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VisionLink®
VisionLink® is a cloud-based software application that takes the guesswork out of fleet management with key insights to maximize performance - regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer. Receive equipment data seamlessly to your desktop or mobile device, all from a convenient centralized solution to make informed decisions at every turn.
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Cat® Inspect allows you to access your equipment data on your mobile device. This easy-to-use app lets you capture inspection data and integrates with your other Cat data systems, so you can keep a close eye on your fleet. More than one million inspections are completed each year, providing convenience and accountability to equipment owners.
Cat® Product Link™ wirelessly connects you to your equipment giving you valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing. Information such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, and diagnostic codes are made available through online web applications so that you can make timely, fact-based decisions to maximize efficiency, improve productivity, and lower the cost of owning and operating your fleet. Available with satellite or cellular connectivity.
Remote Flash sends an alert from your Cat dealer, prompting you to update the software on your machine. To minimize downtime, updates can be deployed while on the jobsite without having to wait for a dealer technician to arrive. Remote flash decreases maintenance time and keeps your asset running with maximum efficiency.
Remote Troubleshoot allows your Cat dealer to run testing while the machine is operating. Once the problem is identified, a technician can fix it with the correct parts and tools the first time, saving time and money. Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency.
VisionLink® is a cloud-based software application that takes the guesswork out of fleet management with key insights to maximize performance - regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer. Receive equipment data seamlessly to your desktop or mobile device, all from a convenient centralized solution to make informed decisions at every turn.
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Cat Grade with Cross Slope for Motor Graders
Cat® Grade with Cross Slope is an integrated system that enables motor grader operators to achieve grade faster and more accurately by automating the cross slope of the blade, allowing the operator to do more in the same amount of time. Other cost-saving benefits of the system include lower fuel consumption and up to 40% less material usage.
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Cat® Grade with Cross Slope is an integrated system that enables motor grader operators to achieve grade faster and more accurately by automating the cross slope of the blade, allowing the operator to do more in the same amount of time. Other cost-saving benefits of the system include lower fuel consumption and up to 40% less material usage.
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- Operating Weight - Typically Equipped
- 35067 lb
- 15906 kg
- Blade Width
- 12 ft
- 3.7 m
- End Bit
- 6 in
- 152 mm
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- Net Power - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
- 171 HP
- 128 kW
- Operating Weight - Typically Equipped
- 14496 lb
- 31958 kg
- Blade Width
- 12 ft
- 3.7 m
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140 / 140 AWD -Tier 4 / Stage 5
- Net Power Range (Tier 4)
- 179 HP
- 133 kW
- Operating Weight - Typically Equipped
- 42647 lb
- 19344 kg
- Blade Width
- 12 ft
- 3.7 m
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