Capital Equipment News February 2023

Inside the CAT 120 GC Motor Grader

Cat 150 MG with GRADE with 3D.

and 160K models, the efficient hydraulic system provides more precise and predictable control for a consistent grade. Its transmission with torque converter eliminates the need for an inching pedal, so only throttle and brake pedals are required to simplify operation. The drive system’s no-spin differential automatically unlocks in the turn to eliminate required input from the operator. The parking brake automatically engages when the machine is in neutral and the service brake is disengaged. Built with long-life machine structures for reliable operation, the 120 GC’s standard drawbar circle mouldboard increases durability with hardened circle teeth and replaceable wear inserts protecting main component structures. This design stays factory tight to provide long-term precision grading, while the circle drive slip clutch option protects the drawbar, circle and moldboard from potential damage if the machine strikes an immovable object. Easy to maintain, the available Circle Saver option reduces daily greasing requirements and repairs to the circle and pinion. The grader’s new front axle design maximizes bearing life to minimize maintenance. A narrow machine width of 2.4 m plus a cab choice of standard or low profile to reduce overall transport height to 3.12 m – which improves the machine’s

The CAT 120 GC Motor Grader was introduced in 2021

The model features the familiar steering wheel and lever layout consistent with the 120, 140 and 160K models, the efficient hydraulic system provides more precise and predictable control for a consistent grade

The 120 GC offers 3.m, 3.7 m, and 4.3-m mouldboard options

Cat GRADE with 3D for motor graders is available with retrofit kits for pre- and post-2019 M Series models equipped with or without the Attachment Ready Option (ARO)

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