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Caterpillar E120B Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: E120B ➔

The Caterpillar E120B Excavator offers versatile performance with three boom/stick options for various job requirements. With impressive specifications including a maximum cutting height of up to 28.6 ft, digging depth of 19.9 ft, and loading height of 20.8 ft, this excavator ensures efficient operation on construction sites. Powered by an 84 hp 3114 engine and featuring a hydraulic system with a pump flow capacity of 62.4 gpm, the E120B delivers reliable power and fluid operation. Additionally, its compact dimensions and undercarriage specifications, such as a ground pressure of 6 psi and max travel speed of 3.2 mph, make it a valuable asset for heavy-duty projects.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	27.00 ft (8.23 m)
Max Digging Depth	16.90 ft (5.15 m)
Max Loading Height	19.20 ft (5.85 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	26.10 ft (7.96 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	14.90 ft (4.54 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	27.90 ft (8.50 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.30 ft (5.58 m)
Max Loading Height	20.00 ft (6.10 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	27.30 ft (8.32 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16.40 ft (5.00 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	28.60 ft (8.72 m)
Max Digging Depth	19.90 ft (6.07 m)
Max Loading Height	20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	28.70 ft (8.75 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17.60 ft (5.36 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height - Top of Cab	8.90 ft (2.71 m)
Length of Track on Ground	9.20 ft (2.80 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.10 ft (0.94 m)
Tail Swing Radius	7.00 ft (2.13 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	8.20 ft (2.50 m)

Engine

Displacement	268.60 cu in (4,401.58 cu cm)
Engine Model	3114
Net Power	84.00 hp (62.64 kw)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	66.10 gal (250.19 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	62.40 gpm (236.18 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	43.60 gal (165.03 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4270 psi
Operating Weight	28,219.20 lbs (12,800.03 kg)

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	21,581.70 lbs (9,789.31 kg)
Ground Pressure	6 psi
Max Travel Speed	3.20 mph (5.15 kph)
Shoe Size	19.70 in (50.04 cm)
Track Gauge	6.60 ft (2.01 m)

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