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Caterpillar 120 vs Caterpillar 150

The Caterpillar 150 is about 29% heavier than the Caterpillar 120 (19,000 vs 14,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 150 has about 34% more engine power (168 kW (225 hp) vs 125 kW (168 hp)).

Caterpillar 120
Caterpillar Caterpillar 120
Caterpillar Caterpillar 150
Operating weight 14,750 kg (32,500 lb)19,000 kg (41,900 lb)
Engine power 125 kW (168 hp)168 kW (225 hp)
Net power ≈112–138 kW (150–185 hp)≈150–185 kW (201–248 hp)
Moldboard 3.7 m (12 ft)4.3 m (14 ft)
Strengths
  • + Compact and manoeuvrable
  • + Joystick controls
  • + AWD for traction
  • + Cat Grade options
Watch-outs
  • − Less capacity for heavy cutting
  • − Higher price than the 140
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.