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Cat combines high performance with low operating costs
The 140 GC’s powerful Cat C7.1 engine, 6F/3R automatic power-shift transmission and precisely designed hydraulic system ensure
balanced performance in all operating situations.
The new Cat 140 GC motor grader is
designed to combine high performance
with low owning and operating costs.
The 140 GC’s powerful Cat C7.1
engine, 6F/3R automatic power-shift
transmission (which eliminates the
inching pedal) and precisely designed
hydraulic system ensure balanced
performance in all operating situations.
An ECO operating mode and
demand-fan reduce fuel consumption,
and extended maintenance intervals
additionally reduce operating costs.
Operators of all skill levels quickly
achieve high production with the 140 GC
and options that include adjustable seats
and efficient heating / cooling systems
guarantee comfort.
With 45 years of refinement, the 140
GC’s conventional steering wheel and
lever controls are familiar to operators
and ensure positive control. The control
console adjusts to the operator’s
preference and the powerful heating and
cooling system option dehumidifies and
pressurises the cab, while circulating
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fresh air to seal out dust and keep
windows clear. Seat upgrades include
mechanical or air suspension and a
static seat is standard.
The 140 GC’s standard no-spin
differential activates with no operator
input to increase traction in poor ground
conditions and protect drive-train
components from damage. The optional
Digital Blade Slope Meter takes the
guesswork out of slope control and
keeps the job site safer by eliminating
manual grade checks. Cat Detect
with Vision System is optional uses a
rear-view camera to show a wide view
behind the machine.
Premium features
The 140 GC’s design features ensure
reliability and durable, long-term
performance and include:
• Standard drawbar circle mouldboard
provides long service life, with
replaceable wear strips that
maintain the system’s integrity.
• Oil-bath, multi-disc service brakes
are hydraulically-actuated for
smooth, predictable braking and
lower operating costs.
• A variety of Cat attachments –
including scarifiers, rippers and
front blades – increase machine
versatility, each attachment
specifically designed with
performance, safety and stability in
mind.
• Circle-drive slip clutch option
protects the pinion drive and circle
teeth from potential damage.
• Circle Saver option reduces daily
greasing requirements and protects
the circle and pinion, significantly
reducing the potential for damage.
• Optional guarding protects the 140
GC from damage in demanding
applications.
• Optional secondary-steering system
automatically activates if main pump
pressure drops.
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