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Published dimensions and weight

John Deere 120

Weighing roughly 12.2 t and rated at 90 hp, the John Deere 120 is a hydraulic excavator in its size class.

01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Hydraulic Excavator category illustration
Measurement reference — not to scale
01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Operating Weight26790 lb12151.8 kg
03Selected published values103
Published highlights
  • Shipping Length Of Unit: 24.87 ft / 7580 mm
  • Shipping Height Of Unit: 8.8 ft / 2680 mm
  • Max Cutting Height: 27.67 ft / 8433.82 mm
  • Max Loading Height: 20.58 ft / 6272.79 mm
Typical use

Hydraulic excavators are commonly used for digging, trenching, loading and site preparation. Published rows for John Deere 120 include a published maximum digging depth of 17.83 ft / 5434.59 mm, published operating weight of 26790 lb / 12151.8 kg, published engine power of 90 hp / 67.2 kw. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.

Buyer review notes
  • Compare the published “Shipping Length Of Unit” field (24.87 ft / 7580 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Shipping Height Of Unit” field (8.8 ft / 2680 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Max Cutting Height” field (27.67 ft / 8433.82 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
02Specifications

Published values, clearly grouped.

Published specifications and measurements are organized by section for quick reference.

01

Boom/Stick Option (Hex) 1

Shipping Length Of Unit24.87 ft7580 mm
Shipping Height Of Unit8.8 ft2680 mm
Max Cutting Height27.67 ft8433.82 mm
Max Loading Height20.58 ft6272.79 mm
Max Reach Along Ground26.33 ft8025.39 mm
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth16 ft4876.8 mm
Max Digging Depth17.83 ft5434.59 mm
Boom/Stick Option (Hex) 1Arm Length 8ft.3in. ( 2.52mArm Length 8ft.3in. ( 2.52m
02

Boom/Stick Option (Hex) 2

Shipping Length Of Unit24.91 ft7590 mm
Max Cutting Height28.75 ft8763 mm
Shipping Height Of Unit8.76 ft2670 mm
Max Loading Height21.67 ft6605.02 mm
Max Reach Along Ground27.08 ft8253.99 mm
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth17.58 ft5358.39 mm
Max Digging Depth19.5 ft5943.6 mm
Boom/Stick Option (Hex) 2Arm Length 9ft. 11in. (3.01m )Arm Length 9ft. 11in. (3.01m )
03

Dimensions

Ground Clearance1.3 ft400 mm
Height To Top Of Cab8.93 ft2720 mm
Width To Outside Of Tracks8.5 ft2590 mm
Length Of Track On Ground9.45 ft2880 mm
Tail Swing Radius6.89 ft2100 mm
Note*Typically equipped with push block and ripper.*Typically equipped with push block and ripper.
Length Of Machine*387 in9829.8 mm
Maximum Height151 in3835.4 mm
Removal Counterweight Clearance2.92 ft890 mm
Width102 in102 in
Width All Wheel Drive (Awd)2551 mm2551 mm
04

Undercarriage

Track Gauge6.53 ft1990 mm
Shoe Size23.63 in600 mm
Ground Pressure4.55 psi31.38 kPa
Drawbar Pull22050 lb98.09 kN
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side77
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side11
Number Of Shoes Per Side4444
Max Travel Speed3.4 mph5.48 km/h
05

Engine

Number Of Cylinders66
Engine Make22402240
Engine Model4045T4045T
Net Power90 hp67.2 kw
Power Measured @2200 rpm2200 rpm
Max Torque260 lb ft352.6 Nm
AspirationTurbochargedTurbocharged
Displacement427.8 cu in7.1 L
Torque Measured @1400 rpm1400 rpm
Bore4.1 in104.2 mm
Stroke5.3 in134.7 mm
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV - U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIAU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV - U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Note (1)Net power is tested per ISO 9249, SAE J1349, and EEC 80/1269 Standards in effect at the time of manufacture.Net power is tested per ISO 9249, SAE J1349, and EEC 80/1269 Standards in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2)Net power advertised is the power available at rated speed of 2,000 rpm, measured at the flywheel when engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.Net power advertised is the power available at rated speed of 2,000 rpm, measured at the flywheel when engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.
Note (3)Power as declared per ISO 14396Power as declared per ISO 14396
Derating Altitude9842.5 ft3000 m
Standard Capability122 degrees122 degrees
Torque Rise - Iso 929442%42%
Maximum Torque - Awd On611 lb ft828.5 Nm
All-Wheel Drive Net Power Range (Tier 4)NaN kWNaN kW
All-Wheel Drive Net Power Range (Tier 3)130 hp97 kw
Derating Altitude (Awd)5499 ft1676.1 m
Maximum Torque - Iso 9249606 lb ft821.7 Nm
06

Operational

Operating Weight26790 lb12151.8 kg
Fuel Capacity66 gal249.9 L
Cooling System Fluid Capacity5.9 gal22 L
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity35 gal132.5 L
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 gal13 L
Operating Voltage24 V24 V
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity0.8 gal2.8 L
Alternator Supplied Amperage45 amps45 amps
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure4980 psi34335.9 kPa
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity26.7 gal/min101.1 L/min
07

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed12.7 rpm12.7 rpm
Swing Torque22415 lb ft30390.7 Nm
08

Buckets

Reference Bucket Capacity1.1 yd30.8 m3
09

Moldboard

Cutting Edge6 in6 in
Blade Width12 ft3.7 m
Arc Radius16.3 in414.1 mm
Throat Clearance4.1 in104.2 mm
End Bit6 in152.4 mm
Blade Height24 in609.6 mm
10

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System14 gal53 L
Fuel Tank65 gal246.1 L
Engine Crankcase4.8 gal18.2 L
Hydraulic System25.6 gal97 L
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Tier 4 Only)5 gal19 L
Transmission And Differential9 gal34.1 L
Circle Drive1.8 gal6.9 L
11

Machine Weight

Note (1)*Typically equipped includes 4267 mm (14 ft) plus blade, tires, push plate, ripper, bottom guard, operator, and full fluids.*Typically equipped includes 4267 mm (14 ft) plus blade, tires, push plate, ripper, bottom guard, operator, and full fluids.
Lever/Steering Wheel Weight* Tier 435.1 lb16 kg
Joystick Weight* Tier 435.4 lb16.1 kg
Lever/Steering Wheel All-Wheel Drive (Awd) Weight* Tier 436.8 lb16.7 kg
Joystick All-Wheel Drive (Awd) Weight* Tier 436.9 lb16.8 kg
Lever/Steering Wheel Weight* Tier 334.7 lb15.7 kg
Joystick Weight* Tier 334.9 lb15.9 kg
Lever/Steering Wheel All-Wheel Drive (Awd) Weight* Tier 336.3 lb16.5 kg
Joystick All-Wheel Drive (Awd) Weight* Tier 336.4 lb16.5 kg
12

Blade Range

Maximum Lift Above Ground16.1 in409 mm
Maximum Depth Of Cut30.5 in774.7 mm
Maximum Shoulder Reach Left69.4 in1762.8 mm
Maximum Shoulder Reach Right76 in1930.4 mm
Moldboard Side Shift Left20.1 in510.6 mm
Moldboard Side Shift Right26.1 in663 mm
Circle Center Shift Left26 in660.4 mm
Circle Center Shift Right26 in660.4 mm
Blade Tip Range Forward4040
Blade Tip Range Backward55
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