# 1988 Caterpillar 120G for Sale in Madera, CA

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/120g/id/89404545>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $45,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 89404545
- **Year:** 1988
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 120G
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Stock number:** 925
- **Location:** Madera, CA

## Description

Ex Government,, Well Maintained,, Enclosed Cab, Heat,, 12' Blade,, Scarifier,, CAT 3304 DI Turbo,, Hour Meter Reads - 10,224., 14.00-24 Tires,

## Machine details

### General Specifications

- **enginemake:** CATERPILLAR
- **enginemodel:** 3304DIT
- **ropstype:** Enclosed
- **scarifier:** 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 used for road construction, maintenance, and site preparation. Built by Caterpillar, the 120G is designed for grading, leveling, ditching, and shaping surfaces on highways, rural roads, and industrial sites. It typically features a mid-size frame, articulated steering, and a moldboard for precise material control. The machine is commonly used in earthmoving and grading applications where accuracy and consistent finish are required. The Caterpillar 120G remains a recognized model in the used equipment market for contractors, municipalities, and fleet operators needing a conventional motor grader for general-purpose grading work.

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