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Caterpillar 120M

Series: Caterpillar Motor Grader

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With the 120M, Caterpillar offers a model from the Caterpillar Motor Grader series. The engine delivers 139.9 hp, has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 6,604 cm³. Rated speed is 2,000 rpm. The unladen weight is 20,271 kg. The wheelbase measures 5,913.1 mm. Ground clearance is 579.1 mm. The tank holds 340.7 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 60.2 litres. Working pressure is 241.3 bar. The cooling system holds 39.4 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat C6,6 ACERT. The Caterpillar Motor Grader series covers 37 models. Rated output within it ranges from 126.7 to 540.4 hp; the 120M sits at the bottom of that range with 139.9 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 12G below it with 136.9 hp and the 120H ES above it with 141.9 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Motor graders. 14 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C6.6 ACERTcorrect
Power139.9 hpcorrect
Rated speed2,000 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement6,604 cm³correct
Coolant capacity39.4 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length8,488.7correct
Wheelbase5,913.1correct
Ground clearance579.1correct
Unladen weight20,271 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typedirect drive, power shift, countershaftcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity60.2 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure241.3correct
Fuel tank capacity340.7 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 5.1 kW/t (103 kW / 20.3 t)

Stronger than 24% of the motor graders in the register — out of 186 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 120M have?

The Caterpillar 120M delivers 140 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 120M weigh?

The unladen weight is 20,271 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 120M have?

6 cylinders, 6,604 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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