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John Deere 672GP vs Caterpillar 120

Published specs and dimensions of two motor graders side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.

Key differences

The John Deere 672GP is 1,916 lb (869 kg) heavier, 5 mm (under 1 in) narrower, 11 in (285 mm) lower and 3 ft 1 in (948 mm) shorter than the Caterpillar 120.

Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.

Side-by-side specs

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SpecJohn Deere 672GPCaterpillar 120
Weights
Operating weight17,140 kg16,271 kg
Max gross (laden) weight24,948 kgNot published
Dimensions
Overall length≈ 8,890 mm9,838 mm
Overall width≈ 2,490 mm2,495 mm
Overall height≈ 3,180 mm3,465 mm
Wheelbase≈ 6,160 mm5,945 mm
Track gauge / tread≈ 2,080 mm2,070 mm
Ground clearance587 mm349 mm
Turning radius≈ 7,210 mm≈ 7,400 mm
Undercarriage / tires
Undercarriage typeWheeled, articulated frame, tandem rear (6WD)Wheeled, articulated frame, tandem rear drive
Number of axles33
Wheels (count)66
Tire size14R2414.00R24
Ground pressure
Ground pressureNot publishedNot published
Axle loads
Axle load, front (unladen/operating)4,835 kg4,372 kg
Axle load, rear (unladen/operating)12,305 kg11,899 kg
Axle load, front (laden/max)Not publishedNot published
Axle load, rear (laden/max)Not publishedNot published
Engine
Engine modelJohn Deere PowerTech PSS 9.0LCat C7.1
Net power149 kW104 kW
Displacement9 L7.01 L
Rated speedNot captured2,000 rpm
Hydraulics
Pump / aux flow212 L/min200 L/min
System / relief pressure≈ 19 MPa≈ 24.1 MPa
Performance
Max travel speed45.5 km/h48.3 km/h
Blade / moldboard width≈ 3,660 mm≈ 3,700 mm

Configurations.
John Deere 672GP: 6WD (hydrostatic front drive), 3.66 m × 610 mm × 22 mm moldboard, 14R24 L2 tires, low-profile cab; John Deere PSS 9.0L EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V. Doc covers 672G and 672GP (Grade Pro).
Caterpillar 120: Tier 4 Final/Stage V, non-AWD, lever/steering-wheel controls, typically equipped (3.7 m / 12 ft blade, 14.00R24 tires, push plate, ripper).