# 1981 Caterpillar 120G for Sale in Madera, CA

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/120g/id/86985882>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $39,500.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 86985882
- **Year:** 1981
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 120G
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Location:** Madera, CA

## Description

Ex Government,, Enclosed Cab,, Scarifier,, 12' Blade,, CAT 3304DI Turbo,, 14.00-24 Tires,, Hour Meter Reads - 1128.4 + 6214.

## Machine details

### General Specifications

- **moldboardsize:** 12
- **moldboardsizeUnit:** foot
- **ropstype:** Enclosed
- **scarifier:** Yes
- **articulating:** Yes

## Manufacturer specifications

### Circle

- **Max Lift Above Ground:** 16.2 in (41.15 cm)

### Dimensions

- **Blade Base:** 8.17 ft (2.49 m)
- **Height:** 10.75 ft (3.28 m)
- **Height To Top Of Isomount Cab:** 10.93 ft (3.33 m)
- **Length:** 26 ft (7.92 m)
- **Overall Length:** 26.02 ft (7.93 m)
- **Weight:** 28350 lbs (12859.36 kg)
- **Wheelbase:** 18.67 ft (5.69 m)
- **Width:** 7.75 ft (2.36 m)
- **Width Over Tires:** 7.91 ft (2.41 m)

### Engine

- **Displacement:** 427.2 cu in (7000.57 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** 2236
- **Engine Model:** 3304
- **Max Power:** 125 hp (93.21 kw)
- **Net Power Gear 5-6:** 125 hp (93.21 kw)

### Operational

- **Fuel Capacity:** 60 gal (227.1 l)
- **Std Operation Weight - Total:** 25320.1 lbs (11485.02 kg)
- **Tire Size:** 13x24 8 PR

### Steering

- **Turning Radius:** 22 ft (6.71 m)

### Transmission

- **Max Speed - Forward:** 25.5 mph (41.04 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 25.5 mph (41.04 kph)
- **Number Of Gears - Forward:** 6
- **Number Of Gears - Reverse:** 6

## About this model

The Caterpillar 120G is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and grading applications. It is part of Caterpillar's 120-series and is commonly used for shaping surfaces, spreading material, ditching, and fine grading on highways, municipal roads, and job sites. The 120G typically features a front-mounted blade, articulated frame, and operator controls suited for precision grading work. It is known for its serviceability, durable construction, and compatibility with a range of attachments and blade configurations. The Caterpillar 120G remains a widely recognized model in the used equipment market for grading and earthmoving tasks.

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