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Caterpillar 120H Motor Grader

Category: Motor Graders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 120H ➔

The Caterpillar 120H is a motor grader used for road construction, maintenance, and site preparation. Built by Caterpillar, the 120H is known for its articulated frame, moldboard control, and hydraulic systems that support precise grading and leveling work. It is commonly used in highway projects, mining operations, and municipal road maintenance. The machine is designed for blade control, traction, and operator visibility in grading applications. The Caterpillar 120H typically features a diesel engine, tandem drive, and enclosed cab options depending on configuration. It remains a recognized model in the used heavy equipment market for grading and earthmoving tasks.

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Circle

Blade Tip Angle - Front	40 degrees
Blade Tip Angle - Rear	5 degrees
Diameter	60.30 in (153.16 cm)
Max Lift Above Ground	18.00 in (45.72 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Left	72.50 in (184.15 cm)
Max Reach Outside Tires - Right	75.30 in (191.26 cm)
Rotation	360 degrees
Shift Left	24.70 in (62.74 cm)
Shift Right	24.80 in (62.99 cm)

Dimensions

Blade Base	8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Front Ground Clearance	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Height to Top of Isomount Cab	10.30 ft (3.14 m)
Overall Length	27.10 ft (8.26 m)
Tandem Axle Wheelbase	5.00 ft (1.52 m)
Wheelbase	19.30 ft (5.88 m)
Width Over Tires	8.10 ft (2.47 m)

Engine

Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	402.80 cu in (6,600.72 cu cm)
Engine Model	3116 DITA
Max Power	140.00 hp (104.40 kw)
Net Power Gear 1-2	125.00 hp (93.21 kw)
Net Power Gear 4-6	125.00 hp (93.21 kw)
Net Power Gears 7-8	140.00 hp (104.40 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2000 rpm
Torque Measured @	1400 rpm

Front Axle

Ground Clearance	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Oscillation - Total	32 degrees
Wheel Lean	18 degrees

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow	39.10 gpm (147.99 lpm)
Pump Type	Axial Piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3500 psi

Moldboard

Blade Down Pressure	20,062.10 lbs (9,100.03 kg)
Blade Pull at Max Weight	23,503.50 lbs (10,661.02 kg)
Max Depth of Cut	30.60 in (77.72 cm)
Moldboard Height	24.10 in (61.21 cm)
Moldboard Thickness	0.90 in (2.29 cm)
Moldboard Width	12.10 ft (3.69 m)
Side Shift Left	20.70 in (52.58 cm)
Side Shift Right	26.00 in (66.04 cm)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Circle Gearbox Fluid Capacity	1.90 gal (7.19 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	10.60 gal (40.12 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	18.00 gal (68.13 l)
Oil System Fluid Capacity	6.10 gal (23.09 l)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Rear Diff/Final Drive Fluid Capacity	12.50 gal (47.31 l)
Std Operation Weight - Front Axle	7,880.00 lbs (3,574.31 kg)
Std Operation Weight - Rear Axle	19,720.00 lbs (8,944.85 kg)
Tandem Case Fluid Capacity (each)	13.00 gal (49.21 l)

Steering System

Articulation Angle	20 degrees
Turning Radius	23.70 ft (7.22 m)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	26.50 mph (42.65 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	21.00 mph (33.80 kph)
Number of Gears - Forward	8
Number of Gears - Reverse	6
Transmission Type	direct drive powershift

Caterpillar 120Hs currently for sale

A 2024 Caterpillar 120H From Yancey Bros. Co. for $355,500.00 USD

A 2023 Caterpillar 120H From Holt Cat for Call for Price

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