The Cat 120 Motor Grader offers the options of joystick or steering wheel with lever controls with all-wheel drive (AWD) option. Cab and comfort options help improve performance. Factory integrated technology options ensure grade for any project.
Features
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
Specifications
Units for specifications
Engine
Net Power - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 | 130 hp 97 kW |
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Standard Capability | 122 °F 50 °C |
Number of Cylinders | 6 |
Derating Altitude (AWD) | 5499 ft 1676 m |
Torque Rise - ISO 9294 | 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. |
Displacement | 427.8 in³ 7.01 l |
Derating Altitude | 9842.5 ft 3000 m |
Maximum Torque - ISO 9249 | 606 lb/ft 822 N·m |
Net Power Range (Tier 3) | 130 hp 97 kW |
Note (3) | Power as declared per ISO 14396 |
Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
Engine RPM | 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." |
Engine Model | 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 |
All-Wheel Drive Net Power Range (Tier 4) | 174 kW 13 kW |
Weights
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped | 35067 lb 15906 kg |
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Moldboard
Blade Width | 12 ft 3.7 m |
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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
Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes (2.521 tons). |
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Blade Range
Maximum Depth of Cut | 30.5 in 775 mm |
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Moldboard Side Shift Left | 20.1 in 512 mm |
Circle Center Shift Left | 26 in 656 mm |
Blade Tip Range Backward | 5 |
Maximum Lift Above Ground | 16.1 in 410 mm |
Circle Center Shift Right | 26 in 656 mm |
Blade Tip Range Forward | 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 |
Service Refill Capacities
Engine Crankcase | 4.8 gal (US) 18 l |
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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 |
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Width All Wheel Drive (AWD) | 2551 mm 100.4 in |
Width | 102 in 2592 mm |
Note | *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 | 36,846 lb 16713 kg |
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Lever/Steering Wheel Weight* Tier 4 | 35,067 lb 15906 kg |
Lever/Steering Wheel All-Wheel drive (AWD) Weight* Tier 4 | 36,731 lb 16661 kg |
Note (1) | *Typically equipped includes 4267 mm (14 ft) plus blade, tires, push plate, ripper, bottom guard, operator, and full fluids. |
Joystick Weight* Tier 4 | 35,358 lb 16038 kg |
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
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
Videos
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