Motor Grader

Motor Grader
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Motor Grader

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Overview: The document provides a comprehensive overview of the Caterpillar 120H Motor Grader, highlighting its design for productivity, durability, and environmental responsibility. It emphasizes the machine's variable horsepower, operator comfort, and customer support services.
Specifications: The motor grader features a base power of 93 kW (125 hp) for gears 1-3 and 104 kW (140 hp) for gears 4-8. It has a gross vehicle weight of 12,650 kg, with specific weights for the front and rear axles. The blade width is 3,658 mm.
Engine: Equipped with the Cat 3126B engine, the grader is turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled, meeting U.S. EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II emissions standards, ensuring high torque and fuel efficiency.
Power Train: The power shift transmission allows for full-power shifting and includes electronic transmission control for smooth operation and overspeed protection.
Hydraulics: The load-sensing hydraulic system optimizes power consumption and heat management, with PPPC control valves for balanced flow and consistent blade control.
Structures: The 120H frame is built for strength and durability, featuring integrated bumper and box-sectioned channels.
Serviceability: The machine is designed for easy maintenance access, reducing downtime and operating costs, with extended fluid change intervals.
Operator's Station: Offers low-effort controls, electronic throttle, and improved ventilation, with the EMS III system for enhanced machine status tracking.
Customer Support: Caterpillar provides extensive support through a global dealer network, offering parts, maintenance, and customer support agreements.
Key Features:
  • Operator Comfort: Includes a dash display, backlit controls, and optional air conditioning for comfort. The suspension seat is adjustable.
  • Visibility and Noise: Large windows and a narrow console ensure visibility, with sound levels compliant with EU limits.
  • Environmental Responsibility: Meets emissions standards with a fuel-efficient system and extended oil change intervals.
Technical Specifications:
  • Engine: Offers a net power of 93 kW in gears 1-3 and 104 kW in gears 4-8, with a 50% torque rise.
  • Dimensions and Capacities: Fuel capacity is 340 L, cooling system 40 L, and hydraulic system 68 L. The moldboard is 3658 mm wide.
  • Performance: Top forward speed is 42.6 kph, reverse speed 33.7 kph, with an 8 forward/6 reverse speed transmission.
Optional Equipment: Includes additional hydraulic valves, lighting systems, mirrors, and a rear ripper.
Weights and Dimensions:
  • Accumulators for blade lift weigh 71 kg.
  • Air conditioner with heater and pressurizer weighs 49 kg.
  • Various blade sizes and weights are available.
  • Cab is ROPS high profile and sound suppressed.
Additional Features:
  • Alternator capacity is 75 amperes.
  • Batteries are heavy duty, 1100 CCA.
  • Converter is 25 ampere, 24V to 12V.
  • Cutting edges available for different blade thicknesses.
  • VHP engine model available.
  • Heater options for engine coolant and cab.
Notes: Specifications are subject to change without notice. For more information, visit the Caterpillar website or contact a dealer.
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Cat > ή 3126B DITA ATAAC VHP Weights Base Power (all gears)93 kW125 hp Gross Vehicle Weight - base12 650 kg27,880 lb Variable Horsepower Arrangement front axle3611 kg7959 lb - gears 1-3 93 kW125 hp rear axle9039 kg19,921 lb - gears 4-8 104 kW140 hp Moldboard Blade Width3658 mm12 ft >

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pg. 4 pg. 5 pg. 6 Engine Power Train Hydraulics The Cat 3126B DITA ATAAC isdesigned to handle the tough loads. Variable Horsepower matches torque curves to the gear to maximize response, power, and efficiency. Low fuel consumption reduces operating costs and reduces environmental impact. The power shift transmission takesfulladvantage of the powerful 3126B engine. Variable Horsepower uses specific torque curves for each gear range for optimum performance. Dualair system and multi-disc oil brakes assure reliable braking control. The load-sensing hydraulic systemlowers power consumption and system...

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✔ pg. 9 Drawbar, Circle, Moldboard pg. 7 Structures Serviceability Flexible moldboard positioning andalong wheelbase improve material handling. Rugged construction and replaceable wear parts minimize operation costs. The 120H frame is designed and builttoexceed the expectations of the customer. pg. 8 Caterpillar > re-engineered inspectionand service points, grouping them into a convenient left-hand side, ground level Αservice center. Ground level fueling and extended engine and hydraulic oil change intervals help minimize downtime. Customer Support Your Cat dealer offers a range ofservices that...

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Emissions Compliant. The 120H hasreduced NOx, hydrocarbon, and particulate emissions. The Cat 3126B meets or exceeds all U.S. EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II emissions control standards worldwide. Caterpillar Engine Oil. Improved Torque. Power curvescustomized for the 120H increase peak torque for higher ground speeds and enhanced productivity. Rimpull has been increased in all gears for greater productivity. It is formulatedto optimize engine life and performance and is strongly recommended for use in Cat diesel engines. The engine oil change interval is increased to 500 hours. Hydraulic Demand Fan....

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Dual Air Tanks. Supply braking capacityto each side of the machine. This system ensures secondary braking capability in the event a failure occurs in a single brake line. The dual air system also has a large reserve for stalled-engine braking. Inching Pedal. Delivers precise controlof machine movements in any gear withlow pedal effort and excellent modulation, critical in close-quarter work or finish grading. A new pedal design and location provides outstanding modulation and operator comfort. Electronic Overspeed Protection. Thetransmission control upshifts the transmission to relieve overspeed...

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Optional Hydraulic Lockout. Independent Oil Supply. Heavy Duty XT Hose. Mechanically locks all moldboard, machine, and attachment control levers during machine roading. This prevents implements from being accidentally engaged when the motor grader is travelling down the road. Caterpillar hosetechnology allows high pressures for maximum power and reduced downtime, and intelligent routing minimizes exposure to damage. Large separatehydraulic oil supply prevents cross- contamination and provides proper oil cooling, which reduces heat build-up and extends component life. Blade Float. Blade float,...

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Drawbar Construction. Blade Lift Accumulators. The Y-framedrawbar is constructed of two solid beams for high strength and optimum durability, as well as precise blading control. These optionalblade lift accumulators absorb vertical shocks encountered when the moldboard contacts immovable objects. This option is especially useful in rough grading and rocky areas. Circle Drive Slip Clutch. The standardcircle drive slip clutch protects the drawbar, circle and moldboard from shock loads when the blade encounters immovable objects. It also reduces the possibility of the grader making abrupt directional...

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Front Frame. Continuous top and bottomplate construction provides consistency and strength. The flanged box section design removes welds from high stress areas, improving reliability and durability, and increasing resale values for the customer. Rear Frame. Rear frame has two box-sectioned channels integral with fully welded differential case for a solid working platform. > 1 Integrated bumper; 2 Box-sectioned channels; 3 Fully welded differential Integrated Bumper. The integratedbumper ties the rear frame together into a cohesive unit, to handle the loads possible with the new 3126B power train....

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Radiator Cleanout Access. Radiatorclean-out access gives the operator the ability to clear away debris and other materials that build up around the radiator. This ensures that the radiator functions properly keeping the engine cool and increasing component life. Service Center. Gathering many of thefrequently serviced items into a Service Centerђ on the left side greatly improves access, and helps ensure proper maintenance and inspection routines, The result is better machine availability and lower operating costs. Large hinged doors provide easyaccess to the adjacent engine and maintenance service...

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Fresh Air Filters. Located above eachcab door for quick replacement. Optional 12V Power Port. Available foruse with computers, cellular phones or other electronic equipment. Exceptional Visibility. The narrowoperators console provides good forward visibility. Large side windows allow a clear view of the moldboard heel and tandem tires. A wide rear window and tapered engine hood provide a good view to the rear of the machine. The position of the air dryer and air cleaner, and the alignment the precleaner and muffler, provides good visibility to the rear of the machine. Operators can work more...

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Ecology Drains. Make regularmaintenance easier and help prevent spills when changing fluids. Ozone Protection. To help protect theearths ozone layer, air-conditioning units use a refrigerant free of chloroflourocarbons (CFCs). Dry Machine. Extended Oil Change Interval. Lubricant fill pointsandfilters are designed to minimize spillage. O-ring face seals, Cat XT hose and Cat hydraulic cylinders protect against leaks. Operate afull 500 hours between engine oil and filter changes, and 4000 hours between hydraulic oil changes. This reduces machine downtime and operating expense, and helps preserve...

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