John Deere 120C Users Manual
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MODEL NO.
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
120C 160C LC
EXCAVATORS
C-Series
Whether you’re adding an agile, niche machine that’s just the right size or building your
business by graduating from a backhoe to your first excavator, John Deere’s 12-metric-
ton 120C and 16-metric-ton 160C LC Excavators deserve a real close look. They’re small
machines with big machine feel and productivity.
These dynamos come with the same goodies as machines at the heavier end of the new
C-Series line, like rugged and reliable John Deere PowerTechTM engines, heavy-duty cooling
systems, reinforced booms, and operator stations that verge on self-indulgent.
Every day your customers expect big things from you in the way of productivity and
versatility. The only way to deliver for them is to work with machines that will do the
same for you. Call your John Deere dealer today for a demo.
The 120C is rated at 89 SAE net hp
and the 160C LC at 109 net hp.
Small excavators with big enough reach:
The 120C has a maximum digging depth
of 17 feet, 10 inches (8-foot, 3-inch arm),
while the 160C LC has a digging depth of
20 feet, 10 inches (10-foot, 2-inch arm).
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EXCAVATORS
PERFORMANCE
The 120C is rated at 89 SAE net hp
and the 160C LC at 109 net hp.
This way to profits. It’s easy to take
the 120C and 160C LC from job to job;
all you need is a dump truck and a
tag-along trailer.
Like all C-Series excavators, the 120C and 160C
LC feature welded bulkheads inside the boom
and arm to resist torsion stress. They also have
thickened plates — three in the boom and one in
the arm — to add strength and durability.
Deere’s exclusive Powerwize™II engine/hydraulic
management system balances hydraulic pressure
and flow, maximizing engine output, saving fuel,
and enabling smooth multi-function operation.
2-3
4-5
Bring on the Heat.
These excavators are very smart. A diagnostic display unit
gives technicians the ability to read diagnostic codes and
engine operating parameters such as fuel pressure, coolant
temperature, and manifold temperature.
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
EXCAVATORS
ENGINE & SYSTEMS
Wide fin spacing in the cooling system
allows trash to pass through the cores,
while a removable trash screen helps
eliminate plugging.
The top and bottom tanks of the heavy-
duty cooling system are heavy wall
extrusions that are TIG welded to the
core for maximum durability.
The John Deere PowerTech engine in the 120C
and 160C LC is charge-air cooled to improve
fuel economy and engine durability while
reducing emissions.
Remember the old adage, “If you can’t take the heat, get out of the kitchen”? Well, these
excavators will stay in the kitchen longer than a chef at a four-star restaurant. That’s due
largely to the heavy-duty cooling system.
It features an aluminum bar-plate design with high-temp liquid-braze process for
superior strength. There’s also the hybrid steel-and-plastic fan with an airfoil-blade design
that results in more cooling performance while using less horsepower. Plus the fan runs
much quieter, which may help you think about your next big project.
The John Deere 4.5-liter PowerTech turbocharged and charge-air-cooled engine provides
steady power and meets the EPA and CARB emission non-road regulations. It’s just one more
confidence-building feature that will help you cook up more business and higher profits.
6-7
The operator station floats on six silicon fluid-
filled elastic mounts that take the shock out of
the cab and make for very smooth operators.
Sit back and relax. With our new,
adjustable lumbar support, you’ll think
you’re cruising in a luxury car or SUV.
There’s plenty of glass in the operator
station, giving you outstanding sight
lines. Adjustable vents are every-
where. That makes it even easier for
the “blend air” climate-
control system to keep your working
environment constantly comfortable.
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EXCAVATORS
OPERATOR STATION
Productivity Place.
Operators need to be comfortable to do their best work. The C-Series cab really takes this
philosophy to heart with a list of comfort features that goes from the retractable shade on the
tinted sunroof right down to the self-cleaning floor mats.
The automatic, high-capacity “blend-air” climate control system keeps cab temperature
right where you want it at all times. Plus, all the vents make it easy to “set it and forget it.”
Next, take in what can only be described as “panoramic visibility.” That’s because C-Series
Excavators have 28 percent more glass and a wiper blade that cleans 25 percent more of your
viewing area before it tucks away out of sight. The sunroof also dramatically improves over-
head visibility.
Now, sit a spell in the deluxe, cloth-covered seat and adjust it until it fits you like a glove.
Feel the adjustable lumbar support massage your lower back and enjoy the wide armrests.
Notice how all the controls are within easy reach? It’s time to kiss fatigue goodbye.
We’ve thought of the little things, too: A 12-volt cellular
phone jack, beverage cooler, and oversized cup holder
are all standard equipment.
Smoke-tinted sunroof hatch helps you keep an eye
on overhead obstructions. Comes with a retractable
shade to reduce glare.
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EXCAVATORS
SERVICE
No Worries.
You’ve taken some risks to get where you are today: financing,
bonding, acquiring that second piece of equipment, and bidding
bigger jobs. With a John Deere extended warranty, we’re going
to give you one less thing to worry about — unbudgeted repair
bills. Not only does Deere let you select the exact coverage you
need, but also there’s the peace of mind that comes from
working under a manufacturer’s warranty — not one that’s
backed by some insurance company. What’s more, a John
Deere warranty follows your machine wherever your work
takes you. That makes warranty work hassle-free when done
by a non-selling dealer.
We know daily service prevents downtime, too. You’ll find
our lube points, filters, and dipsticks in convenient locations.
Large, easy-to-open service doors ensure you won’t struggle to
reach the components you need to check. Bolted-on skid
plates help you keep your footing while stepping or standing
on the machine. We’ve also extended some key service intervals
so you can spend more time in the cab making money than
outside the cab marking time.
Take it personally: With John Deere’s Customer Personal Service (CPS), you
can customize programs and tools such as extended warranties, maintenance
programs, parts availability programs, and more. It’s customer service taken
to a higher level.
Powdered-metal, oil-impregnated bushing
in the front structure increases the greas-
ing interval from 250 to 500 hours.
8-9
Service intervals have been extended. The first
hydraulic oil change is at 4,000 hours and then
every 2,000 hours thereafter.
We’ve arranged and grouped daily
service points so that your daily
walk-around is fast and easy.
Service doors with large handles
help make service a snap.
Log-on to CPS-Online and you can
e-mail your dealer, order parts, tech
manual CDs, and training materials
on a 24/7 basis.
SPECIFICATIONS
EXCAVATORS
120C 16
0C LC
Engine 120C 160C LC
Type..........................................................................John Deere 4045H with turbocharger and air-to-air charge air cooler; John Deere 4045H with turbocharger and air-to-air charge air cooler;
meets EPA and CARB emission non-road regulations meets EPA and CARB emission non-road regulations
Rated power .............................................................89 SAE net hp (66 kW) @ 2,200 rpm 109 SAE net hp (81 kW) @ 2,300 rpm
Cylinders...................................................................4 4
Displacement ............................................................276 cu. in. (4.5 L) 276 cu. in. (4.5 L)
Maximum net torque.................................................275 lb.-ft. (373 Nm) @ 1,400 rpm 302 lb.-ft. (410 Nm) @ 1,400 rpm
Fuel consumption, typical..........................................2.0 to 3.0 gal./hr. (7.6 to 11.4 L/h) 3.0 to 5.0 gal./hr. (11.4 to 18.9 L/h)
Cooling fan................................................................suction-type suction-type
Electrical system.......................................................24 volt with 45-amp alternator 24 volt with 45-amp alternator
Batteries (two 12 volt) ...............................................reserve capacity: 180 min. reserve capacity: 180 min.
Off-level capacity ......................................................100% (45 deg.) 100% (45 deg.)
Hydraulic System
Main pumps..............................................................two variable-displacement axial-piston two variable-displacement axial-piston
Maximum flow ...................................................2 x 27.7 gpm (2 x 105 L/min.) 2 x 39.0 gpm (2 x 148 L/min.)
Pilot pump.................................................................one gear one gear
Maximum rated flow ..........................................8.7 gpm (32.9 L/min.) 6.40 gpm (24.2 L/min.)
Pressure setting .................................................570 psi (3930 kPa) 570 psi (3930 kPa)
System operating pressure
Implement circuits..............................................4,980 psi (34 336 kPa) 4,980 psi (34 336 kPa)
Travel circuits.....................................................4,980 psi (34 336 kPa) 4,980 psi (34 336 kPa)
Swing circuits ....................................................4,690 psi (32 337 kPa) 4,410 psi (30 406 kPa)
Oil filtration ...............................................................one 10-micron full-flow return filter with by-pass / one pilot oil filter / one 10-micron full-flow return filter with by-pass / one pilot oil filter
one suction filter
Cylinders
Boom (2)
Bore ...................................................................4.13 in. (105 mm) 4.33 in. (110 mm)
Rod diameter .....................................................2.76 in. (70 mm) 3.15 in. (80 mm)
Stroke ................................................................37.0 in. (941 mm) 43.7 in. (1110 mm)
Arm (1)
Bore ...................................................................4.53 in. (115 mm) 4.72 in. (120 mm)
Rod diameter .....................................................3.15 in. (80 mm) 3.54 in. (90 mm)
Stroke ................................................................44.7 in. (1135 mm) 53.7 in. (1365 mm)
Bucket (1)
Bore ...................................................................3.94 in. (100 mm) 4.13 in. (105 mm)
Rod diameter .....................................................2.76 in. (70 mm) 2.76 in. (70 mm)
Stroke ................................................................34.40 in. (875 mm) 36.81 in. (935 mm)
Swing Mechanism
Swing speed .............................................................0–13.7 rpm 0–13.6 rpm
Swing torque.............................................................24,387 lb.-ft. (33 089 Nm) 29,850 lb.-ft. (40 500 Nm)
Undercarriage
Carrier rollers (per side) ............................................1 2
Track rollers (per side)...............................................7 7
Shoes (per side) ........................................................44 43
Track guides .............................................................front front
Track adjustment ......................................................hydraulic hydraulic
Travel speed
Low....................................................................0–2.1 mph (0–3.4 km/h) 0–1.9 mph (0–3.1 km/h)
High ...................................................................0–3.4 mph (0–5.5 km/h) 0–3.3 mph (0–5.3 km/h)
Drawbar pull .............................................................22,930 lb. (10 401 kg) 33,670 lb. (15 273 kg)
Ground Pressure Data
Average ground pressure
Without Blade With Blade
24-in. (600 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes ........4.89 psi (33.7 kPa) 5.24 psi (36.1 kPa); recommended for rocky 5.46 psi (37.6 kPa); recommended for rocky terrain, hard ground,
terrain, hard ground, and stumps and stumps
28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes ........4.25 psi (29.3 kPa) 4.55 psi (31.4 kPa); recommended for 4.76 psi (32.8 kPa); recommended for general conditions and soft
general conditions and soft terrain terrain
24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pad ..................5.17 psi (35.7 kPa) 5.87 psi (40.5 kPa)
Capacities
Fuel tank...................................................................66 gal. (250 L) 74 gal. (280 L)
Cooling system..........................................................28 qt. (26.5 L) 28 qt. (26.5 L)
Engine lubrication, including filter..............................15 qt. (14 L) 15 qt. (14 L)
Hydraulic tank...........................................................20 gal. (76 L) 20 gal. (76 L)
Hydraulic system.......................................................35 gal. (134 L) 44.9 gal. (170 L)
Propel gearbox (each) ...............................................3.4 qt. (3.2 L) 3.4 qt. (3.2 L)
Swing drive...............................................................2.6 qt. (2.8 L) 5 qt. (4.5 L)
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CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
Operating Weights 120C 160C LC
With full fuel tank and 175-lb. (79 kg) operator
With 42-in. (1067 mm), 0.79-cu.-yd. (0.60 m
3
),
925-lb. (420 kg) bucket; 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m)
arm; 5,400-lb. (2450 kg) counterweight;
11-ft. 9-in. (3.58 m) undercarriage length
Without Blade With Blade
24-in. (600 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes....28,840 lb. (13 082 kg) 30,880 lb. (14 007 kg)
28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes....29,250 lb. (13 268 kg) 31,290 lb. (14 193 kg)
24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pad ...........30,500 lb. (13 839 kg) 32,540 lb. (14 764 kg)
With 36-in. (914 mm), 0.78-cu.-yd. (0.60 m
3
),
1,096-lb. (497 kg) bucket; 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10
m) arm; 7,275-lb. (3300 kg) counterweight;
12-ft. 10-in. (3.92 m) undercarriage length
24-in. (600 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes ........................................................................................................................35,620 lb. (16 157 kg)
28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes ........................................................................................................................36,110 lb. (16 379 kg)
Component Weights
Undercarriage
Without Blade With Blade
24-in. (600 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes ........9,525 lb. (4320 kg) 11,563 lb. (5245 kg) 13,274 lb. (6021 kg)
28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes ........9,935 lb. (4506 kg) 11,973 lb. (5431 kg) 13,763 lb. (6243 kg)
24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pad ..................11,190 lb. (5077 kg) 13,228 lb. (6002 kg)
Upperstructure with full fuel tank (less front
attachments and counterweight) ........................8,790 lb. (3986 kg) 8,234 lb. (3735 kg)
One-piece boom (with arm cylinder)..........................2,105 lb. (955 kg) 3,020 lb. (1370 kg)
Arm with bucket cylinder and linkage
8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m) ..............................................1,243 lb. (564 kg)
8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m).................................................................................................................................................................1,704 lb. (773 kg)
9 ft. 11 in. (3.01 m) ............................................1,440 lb. (654 kg)
10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m)...............................................................................................................................................................1,878 lb. (852 kg)
Boom lift cylinders (2) total weight ............................480 lb. (218 kg) 666 lb. (302 kg)
42-in. (1067 mm), 0.79-cu.-yd. (0.60 m
3
) bucket ......925 lb. (420 kg)
36-in. (914 mm), 0.78-cu.-yd. (0.60 m
3
) bucket...........................................................................................................................1,096 lb. (497 kg)
Counterweight...........................................................5,400 lb. (2450 kg) 7,275 lb. (3300 kg)
120C Operating Information
Arm Length Arm Length
8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m) 9 ft. 11 in. (3.01 m)
Arm force with 42-in. (1067 mm), 0.79-cu. yd.
(0.60 m
3
) general-purpose bucket ......................14,620 lb. (65.0 kN) 13,172 lb. (58.6 kN)
Bucket digging force with 42-in. (1067 mm),
0.79-cu. yd. (0.60 m
3
) general-purpose bucket .....21,643 lb. (92.3 kN) 21,643 lb. (92.3 kN)
Lifting capacity over front @ ground level 20-ft.
(6.1 m) reach, without blade ..............................5,742 lb. (2605 kg) 5,734 lb. (2601 kg)
A
Maximum reach .................................................26 ft. 9 in. (8.145 m) 28 ft. 3 in. (8.615 m)
A1
Maximum reach @ ground level.........................26 ft. 4 in. (8.015 m) 27 ft. 10 in. (8.495 m)
B
Maximum digging depth.....................................17 ft. 10 in. (5.445 m) 19 ft. 6 in. (5.935 m)
B1
Maximum digging depth @ 8-ft. (2.44 m)
flat bottom .........................................................17 ft. 2 in. (5.225 m) 18 ft. 10 in. (5.745 m)
C
Maximum cutting height.....................................27 ft. 8 in. (8.445 m) 28 ft. 9 in. (8.775 m)
D
Maximum dumping height..................................20 ft. 7 in. (6.285 m) 21 ft. 8 in. (6.615 m)
E
Minimum swing radius.......................................7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m) 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
F
Maximum vertical wall .......................................16 ft. 1 in. (4.895 m) 17 ft. 7 in. (5.375 m)
G
Tail swing radius ................................................7 ft. 0 in. (2.13 m) 7 ft. 0 in. (2.13 m)
160C LC Operating Information
Arm Length Arm Length
8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m) 10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m)
Arm force with 0.78-cu. yd. (0.60 m
3
), 36-in.
(914 mm) general-purpose bucket .....................18,600 lb. (82.7 kN) 16,715 lb. (74.3 kN)
Bucket digging force with 0.78-cu. yd. (0.60 m
3
),
36-in. (900 mm) general-purpose bucket .............23,200 lb. (103.2 kN) 23,200 lb. (103.2 kN)
Lifting capacity over front @ ground level 20-ft.
(6.1 m) reach .....................................................8,013 lb. (3635 kg) 8,066 lb. (3659 kg)
A
Maximum reach .................................................28 ft. 8 in. (8.74 m) 30 ft. 2 in. (9.20 m)
A1
Maximum reach @ ground level.........................28 ft. 1 in. (8.57 m) 29 ft. 8 in. (9.03 m)
B
Maximum digging depth.....................................19 ft. 2 in. (5.85 m) 20 ft. 10 in. (6.36 m)
B1
Maximum digging depth @ 8-ft. (2.44 m)
flat bottom .........................................................18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m) 20 ft. 2 in. (6.14 m)
C
Maximum cutting height.....................................28 ft. 8 in. (8.75 m) 29 ft. 6 in. (8.94 m)
D
Maximum dumping height..................................20 ft. 8 in. (6.31 m) 21 ft. 5 in. (6.54 m)
E
Minimum swing radius.......................................9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m) 9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m)
F
Maximum vertical wall .......................................16 ft. 6 in. (5.03 m) 18 ft. 3 in. (5.56 m)
G
Tail swing radius ................................................8 ft. 0 in. (2.44 m) 8 ft. 0 in. (2.44 m)
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CENTERLINE OF SWING
A'
A
B'
B
D
C
F
G
GROUND LINE
E
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Dimensions 120C 160C LC
A
With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm ..............................25 ft. 0 in. (7.61 m)
With 8-ft. 6-in. (2.60 m) arm..........................................................................28 ft. 0 in. (8.53 m)
With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm ............................25 ft. 0 in. (7.62 m)
With 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10 m) arm........................................................................28 ft. 1 in. (8.56 m)
B
With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm ..............................8 ft. 10 in. (2.68 m)
With 8-ft. 6-in. (2.60 m) arm..........................................................................9 ft. 5 in. (2.87 m)
With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm*...........................8 ft. 10 in. (2.68 m)
With 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10 m) arm* ......................................................................10 ft. 3 in. (3.11 m)
C
With 24-in. (600 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes.....8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
With 28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes.....8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m) 8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)
With 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pad ..........8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
D
Rear-end length/swing radius ............................7 ft. 0 in. (2.13 m) 8 ft. 0 in. (2.44 m)
E
Distance between idler/sprocket centerline ........9 ft. 5 in. (2.88 m) 10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m)
F
Undercarriage length..........................................11 ft. 9 in. (3.58 m) 12 ft. 10 in. (3.92 m)
G
Counterweight clearance....................................2 ft. 11 in. (890 mm) 3 ft. 3 in. (1000 mm)
H
Overall height of cab ..........................................9 ft. 0 in. (2740 mm) 9 ft. 5 in. (2880 mm)
I
Minimum ground clearance................................17 in. (440 mm) 19 in. (470 mm)
J
Blade lift height..................................................15 in. (380 mm)
K
Blade cut below grade .......................................23 in. (580 mm)
L
Blade lift angle ...................................................17 degrees
Blade length.......................................................8 ft. 2 in. (2.48 m)
Blade height.......................................................25 in. (640 mm)
Blade width
With 24-in. (600 mm) triple semi-grouser
shoes/rubber crawler pad.....................8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
With 28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-
grouser shoes ......................................8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)
*Arm pinned in shipping position.
B
A
6 ft. 6 in. (1.99 m)
8 ft. 1 in. (2.46 m)
28 in. (700 mm)
24 in. (600 mm)
C
D
F
E
H
I
G
K
L
J
120C Lift Capacities
Boldface italic
type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook, machine equipped with 0.79-cu. yd. (0.60 m
3
),
42-in. (1067 mm) wide, 925-lb. (420 kg) bucket; and situated on firm, uniform supporting surface. Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic
capacities or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. Ratings are based on SAE J1097.
Load Point 5 ft. (1.52 m) 10 ft. (3.05 m) 15 ft. (4.57 m) 20 ft. (6.10 m) 25 ft. (7.62 m)
Height Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side
With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes, without blade
20 ft. (6.10 m)
5,717 (2593) 5,717 (2593)
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,738 (2603) 5,738 (2603) 5,700 (2585)
4,187 (1899)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
7,220 (3275)
6,739 (3057) 6,120 (2776) 4,067 (1845)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
9,476 (4298)
6,177 (2802) 5,876 (2665) 3,840 (1742)
Ground Line
10,024 (4547) 10,024 (4547)
8,970 (4069) 5,721 (2595) 5,647 (2561) 3,628 (1646)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
6,914 (3136) 6,914 (3136) 17,858 (8100)
10,632 (4823) 8,747 (3968) 5,522 (2505) 5,525 (2506) 3,515 (1594)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
13,809 (6264) 13,809 (6264) 15,529 (7044)
10,802 (4900) 8,777 (3981) 5,549 (2517) 5,589 (2535) 3,574 (1621)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
10,539 (4780) 10,539 (4780)
Blade option on 120C only.
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120C Lift Capacities
(continued)
Boldface italic
type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook, machine equipped with 0.79-cu. yd. (0.60 m
3
),
42-in. (1067 mm) wide, 925-lb. (420 kg) bucket; and situated on firm, uniform supporting surface. Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic
capacities or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. Ratings are based on SAE J1097.
Load Point 5 ft. (1.52 m) 10 ft. (3.05 m) 15 ft. (4.57 m) 20 ft. (6.10 m) 25 ft. (7.62 m)
Height Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side
With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes, without blade
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,224 (2370)
4,276 (1940)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
6,240 (2830) 6,240 (2830) 5,792 (2627)
4,122 (1870)
3,326 (1509)
2,603 (1181)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
8,599 (3900)
6,291 (2854)
5,912 (2682)
3,867 (1754) 3,979 (1805) 2,519 (1143)
Ground Line
12,637 (5732)
10,797 (4897) 9,013 (4088) 5,750 (2608) 5,640 (2558) 3,614 (1639) 3,870 (1755) 2,416 (1096)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
6,513 (2954) 6,513 (2954) 16,617 (7537)
10,490 (4758) 8,693 (3943) 5,464 (2478) 5,467 (2480) 3,455 (1567)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
14,186 (6435) 14,186 (6435) 16,606 (7532)
10,571 (4795) 8,645 (3921) 5,421 (2459) 5,451 (2473) 3,440 (1560)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
12,654 (5740)
10,941 (4963)
8,492 (3852)
5,624 (2551)
With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm, 28-in. (700 mm) shoes, and 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pad, without blade
20 ft. (6.10 m)
5,717 (2593) 5,717 (2593)
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,738 (2603) 5,738 (2603) 5,700 (2585)
4,252 (1929)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
7,220 (3275)
6,832 (3099) 6,215 (2819) 4,132 (1874)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
9,476 (4298)
6,270 (2844) 5,971 (2708) 3,906 (1772)
Ground Line
10,024 (4547) 10,024 (4547)
9,110 (4132) 5,815 (2638) 5,742 (2605) 3,693 (1675)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
6,914 (3136) 6,914 (3136) 17,858 (8100)
10,797 (4897) 8,888 (4032) 5,616 (2547) 5,620 (2549) 3,580 (1624)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
13,809 (6264) 13,809 (6264) 15,529 (7044)
10,968 (4975) 8,918 (4045) 5,642 (2559) 5,683 (2578) 3,639 (1651)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
10,539 (4780) 10,539 (4780)
With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm, 28-in. (700 mm) shoes, and 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pad, without blade
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,224 (2370)
4,342 (1969)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
6,240 (2830) 6,240 (2830) 5,792 (2627)
4,188 (1900)
3,326 (1509)
2,653 (1203)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
8,599 (3900)
6,384 (2896) 6,007 (2725) 3,932 (1784) 4,051 (1837) 2,569 (1165)
Ground Line
12,637 (5732)
10,692 (4850) 9,154 (4152) 5,843 (2650) 5,734 (2601) 3,680 (1669) 3,941 (1788) 2,466 (1119)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
6,513 (2954) 6,513 (2954) 16,617 (7537)
10,655 (4833) 8,834 (4007) 5,557 (2521) 5,562 (2523) 3,520 (1597)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
14,186 (6435) 14,186 (6435) 16,606 (7532)
10,737 (4870) 8,786 (3985) 5,515 (2502) 5,546 (2516) 3,505 (1590)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
12,654 (5740)
11,107 (5038)
8,492 (3852)
5,718 (2594)
With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes, blade on ground
20 ft. (6.10 m)
5,717 (2593) 5,717 (2593)
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,738 (2603) 5,738 (2603) 5,700 (2585)
4,514 (2048)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
7,220 (3275)
7,209 (3270)
6,428 (2916)
4,394 (1993)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
9,476 (4298)
6,647 (3015)
7,338 (3328)
4,168 (1891)
Ground Line
10,024 (4547) 10,024 (4547) 11,241 (5099)
6,191 (2808)
8,157 (3700)
3,956 (1794)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
6,914 (3136) 6,914 (3136) 17,858 (8100)
11,463 (5200)
11,702 (5308)
5,992 (2718)
8,368 (3796)
3,843 (1743)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
13,809 (6264) 13,809 (6264) 15,529 (7044)
11,634 (5277)
10,657 (4834)
6,019 (2730)
6,949 (3152)
3,902 (1770)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
10,539 (4780) 10,539 (4780)
With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes, blade on ground
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,224 (2370)
4,604 (2088)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
6,240 (2830) 6,240 (2830) 5,792 (2627)
4,450 (2018)
3,326 (1509)
2,854 (1295)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
8,599 (3900)
6,761 (3067)
6,814 (3091)
4,194 (1902)
5,038 (2285)
2,771 (1257)
Ground Line
12,637 (5732)
11,628 (5274)
10,690 (4849)
6,220 (2821)
7,806 (3541)
3,942 (1788)
5,359 (2431)
2,668 (1210)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
6,513 (2954) 6,513 (2954) 16,617 (7537)
11,321 (5135)
11,594 (5259)
5,934 (2692)
8,296 (3763)
3,782 (1715)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
14,186 (6435) 14,186 (6435) 16,606 (7532)
11,403 (5172)
11,080 (5026)
5,891 (2672)
7,772 (3525)
3,768 (1709)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
12,654 (5740)
11,773 (5340)
8,492 (3852)
6,094 (2764)
With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm, 28-in. (700 mm) shoes, and 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pad, blade on ground
20 ft. (6.10 m)
5,717 (2593) 5,717 (2593)
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,738 (2603) 5,738 (2603) 5,700 (2585)
4,579 (2077)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
7,220 (3275) 7,220 (3275) 6,428 (2916)
4,459 (2023)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
9,476 (4298)
6,740 (3057)
7,338 (3328)
4,233 (1920)
Ground Line
10,024 (4547) 10,024 (4547) 11,241 (5099)
6,285 (2851)
8,157 (3700)
4,021 (1824)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
6,914 (3136) 6,914 (3136) 17,858 (8100)
11,628 (5274)
11,702 (5308)
6,086 (2761)
8,368 (3796)
3,908 (1773)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
13,809 (6264) 13,809 (6264) 15,529 (7044)
11,799 (5352)
10,657 (4834)
6,112 (2772)
6,949 (3152)
3,967 (1799)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
10,539 (4780) 10,539 (4780)
With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm, 28-in. (700 mm) shoes, and 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pad, blade on ground
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,224 (2370)
4,669 (2118)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
6,240 (2830) 6,240 (2830) 5,792 (2627)
4,515 (2048)
3,326 (1509)
2,904 (1317)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
8,599 (3900)
6,354 (3109)
6,814 (3091)
4,259 (1932)
5,038 (2285)
2,821 (1280)
Ground Line
12,637 (5732)
11,793 (5349)
10,690 (4849)
6,313 (2864)
7,806 (3541)
4,007 (1818)
5,359 (2431)
2,718 (1233)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
6,513 (2954) 6,513 (2954) 16,617 (7537)
11,487 (5210)
11,594 (5259)
6,027 (2734)
8,296 (3763)
3,847 (1745)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
14,186 (6435) 14,186 (6435) 16,606 (7532)
11,568 (5247)
11,080 (5026)
5,984 (2714)
7,772 (3525)
3,833 (1739)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
12,654 (5740)
11,938 (5415)
8,492 (3852)
6,188 (2807)
14
160C LC Lift Capacities
Boldface italic
type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook, machine equipped with 0.78-cu. yd. (0.60 m
3
),
36-in. (900 mm) wide, 1,096-lb. (497 kg) bucket; and situated on firm, uniform supporting surface. Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic
capacities or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. Ratings are based on SAE J1097.
Load Point 5 ft. (1.52 m) 10 ft. (3.05 m) 15 ft. (4.57 m) 20 ft. (6.10 m) 25 ft. (7.62 m)
Height Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side
With 8-ft. 6-in. (2.60 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes
15 ft. (4.57 m)
6,629 (3007)
5,944 (2696)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
13,261 (6015) 13,261 (6015) 9,070 (4114) 9,070 (4114) 7,636 (3464)
5,659 (2567)
5,083 (2306)
3,704 (1680)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
12,214 (5540)
8,322 (3775) 8,694 (3944) 5,291 (2400) 5,982 (2713) 3,565 (1617)
Ground Line 13,249 (6010) 7,752 (3516) 8,361 (3793) 4,988 (2263) 5,842 (2650) 3,435 (1558)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
17,223 (7812)
14,626 (6634) 13,021 (5906) 7,556 (3427) 8,197 (3718) 4,840 (2195)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
18,856 (8553) 18,856 (8553) 20,665 (9374)
14,910 (6763) 13,101 (5943) 7,624 (3458) 8,250 (3742) 4,888 (2217)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
16,081 (7294)
15,494 (7028)
11,152 (5059)
7,987 (3623)
With 8-ft. 6-in. (2.60 m) arm and 28-in. (700 mm) shoes
15 ft. (4.57 m)
6,629 (3007)
6,023 (2732)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
13,261 (6015) 13,261 (6015) 9,070 (4114) 9,070 (4114) 7,636 (3464)
5,738 (2603)
5,083 (2306)
3,765 (1708)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
12,214 (5540)
8,436 (3827) 8,819 (4000) 5,370 (2436) 6,076 (2756) 3,626 (1645)
Ground Line 13,437 (6095) 7,866 (3568) 8,486 (3849) 5,068 (2299) 5,935 (2692) 3,495 (1585)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
17,223 (7812)
14,828 (6726) 13,209 (5992) 7,669 (3479) 8,322 (3775) 4,919 (2231)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
18,856 (8553) 18,856 (8553) 20,665 (9374)
15,112 (6855) 13,289 (6028) 7,738 (3510) 8,375 (3799) 4,967 (2253)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
16,081 (7294)
15,695 (7119)
11,152 (5059)
8,100 (3674)
With 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes
20 ft. (6.10 m)
5,585 (2533) 5,585 (2533)
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,825 (2642) 5,825 (2642) 6,073 (2755)
3,802 (1725)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
7,871 (3570) 7,871 (3570) 6,921 (3139)
5,797 (2630) 6,046 (2742) 3,621 (1642)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
11,141 (5054)
8,544 (3876)
8,442 (3829)
5,390 (2445) 5,860 (2658) 3,448 (1564)
Ground Line
10,402 (4718) 10,402 (4718)
13,358 (6059) 7,840 (3556) 8,413 (3816) 5,031 (2282) 5,760 (2613) 3,356 (1522)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
7,664 (3476) 7,664 (3476) 17,080 (7747)
14,435 (6548) 12,995 (5895) 7,525 (3413) 8,182 (3711) 4,822 (2187)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
16,271 (7381) 16,271 (7381) 21,897 (9932)
14,628 (6635) 12,977 (5886) 7,510 (3407) 8,155 (3699) 4,797 (2176)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
18,222 (8265)
15,121 (6859)
12,537 (5687)
7,763 (3521)
With 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10 m) arm and 28-in. (700 mm) shoes
20 ft. (6.10 m)
5,585 (2533) 5,585 (2533)
15 ft. (4.57 m)
5,825 (2642) 5,825 (2642) 6,073 (2755)
3,862 (1752)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
7,871 (3570) 7,871 (3570) 6,921 (3139)
5,876 (2665) 6,140 (2785) 3,681 (1670)
5 ft. (1.52 m)
11,141 (5054)
8,657 (3927)
8,442 (3829)
5,469 (2481) 5,953 (2700) 3,509 (1592)
Ground Line
10,402 (4718) 10,402 (4718)
13,546 (6144) 7,954 (3608) 8,538 (3873) 5,111 (2318) 5,854 (2655) 3,416 (1549)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m)
7,664 (3476) 7,664 (3476) 17,080 (7747)
14,637 (6639) 13,183 (5980) 7,639 (3465) 8,307 (3768) 4,901 (2223)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m)
16,271 (7381) 16,271 (7381) 21,897 (9932)
14,829 (6726) 13,165 (5972) 7,624 (3458) 8,280 (3756) 4,876 (2212)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m)
18,222 (8265)
15,323 (6951)
12,537 (5687)
7,877 (3573)
120C Buckets
A full line of buckets is offered to meet a wide variety of applications. The buckets have an adjustable bushing for side clearance, with the exception of the ditching bucket. Tooth selection includes
either the John Deere Fanggs
®
or the ESCO (Helilok) Standard tooth. Replaceable cutting edges are available through John Deere parts. Optional side cutters add 6 inches (150 mm) to bucket widths.
Bucket Bucket Bucket Arm Dig Force Arm Dig Force Bucket
Type Bucket Width Capacity* Weight Dig Force 8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m) 9 ft. 11 in. (3.01 m) Tip Radius No. Teeth
in. mm cu. yd. m
3
lb. kg lb. kN lb. kN lb. kN in. mm
General-Purpose 18 460 0.34 0.26 723 328 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 3
Plate Lip 24 610 0.50 0.38 893 405 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 4
30 760 0.64 0.49 1,066 484 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 4
36 915 0.78 0.60 1,081 490 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 5
42 1065 0.79 0.60 926 420 21,463 92.3 14,620 65.0 13,172 58.6 43.5 1105 6
42 1065 0.92 0.70 1,000 453 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 6
48 1220 1.06 0.81 1,441 654 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 7
Heavy-Duty 18 460 0.34 0.26 869 394 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 3
Plate Lip 24 610 0.50 0.38 938 425 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 4
30 760 0.64 0.49 1,122 509 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 4
36 915 0.78 0.60 1,298 589 18,675 83.1 13,639 60.7 12,644 56.3 50.0 1270 5
Ditching 48 1220 0.67 0.51 841 381 25,230 112.2 14,948 66.5 13,722 61.0 37.0 940 0
60 1525 0.90 0.69 937 425 25,230 112.2 14,948 66.5 13,722 61.0 37.0 940 0
*All capacities are SAE heaped ratings.
15
160C LC Buckets
A full line of buckets is offered to meet a wide variety of applications. The buckets have an adjustable bushing for side clearance, with the exception of the ditching bucket. Tooth selection includes
either the John Deere Fanggs
®
or the ESCO (Helilok) Standard tooth. Replaceable cutting edges are available through John Deere parts. Optional side cutters add 6 inches (150 mm) to bucket widths.
Bucket Bucket Bucket Arm Dig Force Arm Dig Force Bucket
Type Bucket Width Capacity* Weight Dig Force 8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m) 10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m) Tip Radius No. Teeth
in. mm cu. yd. m
3
lb. kg lb. kN lb. kN lb. kN in. mm
General-Purpose 24 610 0.50 0.38 899 408 23,200 103.2 18,600 82.7 16,715 74.3 50.5 1283 4
Plate Lip 30 760 0.64 0.49 1068 484 23,200 103.2 18,600 82.7 16,715 74.3 50.5 1283 4
36 915 0.78 0.60 1096 497 23,200 103.2 18,600 82.7 16,715 74.3 50.5 1283 5
42 1065 0.92 0.70 1253 568 23,200 103.2 18,600 82.7 16,715 74.3 50.5 1283 6
48 1220 1.06 0.81 1399 635 23,200 103.2 18,600 82.7 16,715 74.3 50.5 1283 7
General-Purpose 24 610 0.59 0.45 1106 502 21,110 93.9 18,010 80.1 16,245 72.3 55.5 1410 4
High Capacity 30 760 0.77 0.59 1182 536 21,110 93.9 18,010 80.1 16,245 72.3 55.5 1410 4
36 915 0.95 0.73 1401 635 21,110 93.9 18,010 80.1 16,245 72.3 55.5 1410 5
42 1065 1.12 0.86 1590 721 21,110 93.9 18,010 80.1 16,245 72.3 55.5 1410 6
48 1220 1.30 0.99 1400 635 23,200 103.2 18,600 82.7 16,715 74.3 50.5 1283 6
Heavy-Duty 24 610 0.59 0.45 1390 630 21,110 93.9 18,010 80.1 16,245 72.3 55.5 1410 4
Plate Lip 30 760 0.77 0.59 1481 672 21,110 93.9 18,010 80.1 16,245 72.3 55.5 1410 4
36 915 0.95 0.73 1558 707 21,110 93.9 18,010 80.1 16,245 72.3 55.5 1410 5
42 1065 1.12 0.86 1617 733 21,110 93.9 18,010 80.1 16,245 72.3 55.5 1410 5
Ditching 60 1525 0.90 0.69 959 435 31,665 140.9 20,400 90.7 18,135 80.7 37.0 940 0
72 1829 1.06 0.81 1087 493 30,845 137.2 20,260 90.1 18,020 80.2 38.0 965 0
*All capacities are SAE heaped ratings.
Bucket Selection Guide 120C 160C LC
Recommended Bucket Size* General-Purpose Bucket Heavy-Duty Bucket General-Purpose Bucket Heavy-Duty Bucket
Material (loose weight)
Wood chips – 700 lb./cu. yd. (420 kg/m
3
)...........3.25 cu. yd. (2.5 m
3
)— 4.00 cu. yd. (3.1 m
3
)—
Peat,dry – 750 lb./cu. yd. (440 kg/m
3
)...............2.75 cu. yd. (2.1 m
3
)— 3.50 cu. yd. (2.7 m
3
)—
Cinders – 950 lb./cu. yd. (560 kg/m
3
).................2.00 cu. yd. (1.5 m
3
)— 2.50 cu. yd. (1.9 m
3
)—
Peat, wet – 1,170 lb./cu. yd. (690 kg/m
3
)...........1.75 cu. yd. (1.3 m
3
)— 2.25 cu. yd. (1.7 m
3
)—
Topsoil – 1,600 lb./cu. yd. (950 kg/m
3
)...............1.38 cu. yd. (1.1 m
3
)— 1.75 cu. yd. (1.3 m
3
)—
Coal – 1,780 lb./cu. yd. (1050 kg/m
3
).................1.25 cu. yd. (1.0 m
3
)— 1.50 cu. yd. (1.1 m
3
)—
Caliche – 2,100 lb./cu. yd. (1250 kg/m
3
)............0.63–0.88 cu. yd. 0.50–0.75 cu. yd. 0.88–1.12 cu. yd. 0.75–1.00 cu. yd.
(0.5–0.7 m
3
)(0.4–0.6 m
3
)(0.7–0.9 m
3
)(0.6–0.8 m
3
)
Earth, loam – 2,100 lb./cu. yd. (1250 kg/m
3
)......0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)1.12 cu. yd. (0.9 m
3
)1.00 cu. yd. (0.8 m
3
)
Shale – 2,250 lb./cu. yd. (1330 kg/m
3
)...............0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)1.12 cu. yd. (0.9 m
3
)1.00 cu. yd. (0.8 m
3
)
Sand, dry – 2,400 lb./cu. yd. (1420 kg/m
3
).........0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)1.12 cu. yd. (0.9 m
3
)1.00 cu. yd. (0.8 m
3
)
Clay, dry – 2,500 lb./cu. yd. (1480 kg/m
3
)..........0.63–0.88 cu. yd. 0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)0.75–1.00 cu. yd. 0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)
(0.5–0.7 m
3
)(0.6–0.8 m
3
)
Earth, dry – 2,550 lb./cu. yd. (1510 kg/m
3
).........0.63–0.75 cu. yd. 0.63 cu. yd. (0.5 m
3
)0.88–1.00 cu. yd. 0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)
(0.5–0.6 m
3
)(0.7–0.8 m
3
)
Limestone, broken or crushed – 2,600 lb./
cu. yd. (1540 kg/m
3
)....................................0.50–0.75 cu. yd. 0.50–0.63 cu. yd. 0.75–1.00 cu. yd. 0.63–0.88 cu. yd.
(0.4–0.6 m
3
)(0.4–0.5 m
3
)(0.6–0.8 m
3
)(0.5–0.7 m
3
)
Earth, wet – 2,700 lb./cu. yd. (1600 kg/m
3
)........0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)0.63 cu. yd. (0.5 m
3
)1.00 cu. yd. (0.8 m
3
)0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)
Clay, wet – 2,800 lb./cu. yd. (1660 kg/m
3
)..........0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)0.63 cu. yd. (0.5 m
3
)1.00 cu. yd. (0.8 m
3
)0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)
Rock, granite, blasted and broken – 2,800 lb./
cu. yd. (1660 kg/m
3
)....................................0.63–0.88 cu. yd. 0.50–0.75 cu. yd. 0.88–1.12 cu. yd. 0.75–1.00 cu. yd.
(0.5–0.7 m
3
)(0.4–0.6 m
3
)(0.7–0.9 m
3
)(0.6–0.8 m
3
)
Sand, moist – 2,850 lb./cu. yd. (1690 kg/m
3
).....0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)0.63 cu. yd. (0.5 m
3
)1.00 cu. yd. (0.8 m
3
)0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)
Sand and gravel, dry – 2,900 lb./cu. yd.
(1720 kg/m
3
)...............................................0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)0.63 cu. yd. (0.5 m
3
)1.00 cu. yd. (0.8 m
3
)0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)
Sand, wet – 3,100 lb./cu. yd. (1840 kg/m
3
)........0.63 cu. yd. (0.5 m
3
)0.50 cu. yd. (0.4 m
3
)0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)
Sand and gravel, wet – 3,400 lb./cu. yd.
(2020 kg/m
3
)...............................................0.63 cu. yd. (0.5 m
3
)0.50 cu. yd. (0.4 m
3
)0.88 cu. yd. (0.7 m
3
)0.75 cu. yd. (0.6 m
3
)
*Contact your John Deere dealer for optimum bucket and attachment selections. These recommendations are for general conditions and average use. Larger buckets may be possible when using
light buckets; and for flat and level operations, less compacted materials, and volume loading applications such as mass excavation in ideal conditions. Smaller buckets are recommended for
adverse conditions such as off-level applications and uneven surfaces. Bucket capacity indicated is SAE heaped.
Net engine power is with standard equipment including air cleaner,
exhaust system, alternator, and cooling fan, at standard conditions
per SAE J1349 and DIN 6270B, using No. 2-D fuel at 35 API grav-
ity. No derating is required up to 10,000-ft. (3050 m) altitude. Gross
power is without cooling fan.
Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Wherever applicable,
specifications are in accordance with SAE standards. Except where otherwise
noted, these specifications are based on units with full fuel tanks and 175-lb.
(79 kg) operators; 42-in. (1067 mm) bucket, 28-in. (700 mm) track shoes, and
5,400-lb. (2450 kg) counterweight for the 120C; 36-in. (914 mm) bucket, 28-in.
(700 mm) track shoes, and 7,275-lb. (3300 kg) counterweight for the 160C LC.
DKAX120C Litho in U.S.A. (05-12)
120C / 160C LC Excavators
Key: ●Standard equipment ▲Optional or special equipment *See your John Deere dealer for further information.
120C 160C LC
Engine
●●Meets EPA and CARB emission non-road
regulations
●●Auto-idle system
●●Automatic belt tension device
●●Batteries (two 12 volt), 180-min. (1,250
CCA) reserve capacity
●●Charge air cooler
●●Dual element dry-type air filter
●●Enclosed fan guard (conforms to SAE J1308)
●●Engine coolant to –34°F (–37°C)
●●Fuel filter with water separator
●●Full-flow oil filter
●●Radiator trash screen
●●Turbocharger
●●Underhood muffler with vertical curved
end exhaust stack
▲▲Electric ether starting aid
▲▲Engine coolant heater
Hydraulic System
●●Auxiliary valve section
●●Hydraulic pilot controls
●●Reduced-drift valve for boom down, arm in
●●Spring-applied, hydraulically released
automatic swing brake
▲▲Auxiliary hydraulic and electric pilot controls
▲▲Hydraulic filter restriction indicator kit
▲▲Load-lowering control device
▲▲Single pedal propel control
Undercarriage
●●Planetary final drive with axial piston
motors
●●Propel motor shields
●●Track guides, front idler
●●Triple semi-grouser shoes, 24 in. (600 mm)
▲▲Triple semi-grouser shoes, 28 in. (700 mm)
▲Rubber crawler pad, 24 in. (600 mm)
●●Two-speed propel with automatic shift
●Upper carrier roller (1)
●Upper carrier rollers (2)
▲Undercarriage with blade
Upperstructure
●Counterweight, 5,400 lb. (2450 kg)
●Counterweight, 7,275 lb. (3300 kg)
120C 160C LC
Upperstructure
(continued)
●●Right- and left-hand mirrors
●●Toolbox
●●Vandal locks with ignition key: Cab door /
Engine hood / Fuel cap / Service doors /
Toolbox
Front Attachments
●●Bucket-to-arm clearance adjustable
bushing (except ditching buckets)
●●Centralized lubrication system
●●Dirt seals on all bucket pins
●●No-boom-arm
▲Arm, 8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m)
▲Arm, 8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m)
▲Arm, 9 ft. 11 in. (3.01 m)
▲Arm, 10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m)
▲▲Attachment quick couplers
▲▲Auxiliary hydraulic lines with shutoff valve
▲▲Boom cylinder with plumbing to mainframe
▲▲Buckets: Ditching / General purpose /
General-purpose high capacity / Heavy
duty / Heavy-duty high capacity / Severe-
duty cast lip / Severe-duty plate lip / Side
cutters and teeth
▲▲Heavy-duty grapple
▲▲Hydraulic bucket material clamps
▲▲Hydraulic coupler
Operator’s Station
●●Adjustable seat with independent control
positions (levers-to-seat, seat-to-pedals)
●●AM/FM stereo
●●Auto climate control/air conditioner,
20,000 Btu/hr. (5.9 kW), heater and
pressurizer
●●Cell-phone power outlet, 12 volt, 60 watt,
5 amp
●●Coat hook
●●Deluxe suspension cloth seat with 4-in.
(100 mm) adjustable armrests and lum-
bar support
●●Front windshield wiper with intermit-
tent speed
●●Gauges (illuminated): Engine coolant / Fuel
120C 160C LC
Operator’s Station
(continued)
●●Horn, electric on left control lever
●●Hot/cool-box compartment
●●Hourmeter, electric
●●Hydraulic shutoff lever, all controls
●●Interior light
●●Large cup holder
●●Machine Information Center (MIC)
●●Mode selectors (illuminated): Power modes
– three / Travel modes – two with auto-
matic shift / Work modes – two
●●Monitor system with alarm features: Auto-
idle/auto-acceleration indicator light /
Engine air cleaner restriction indicator
light / Engine coolant temperature indi-
cator light with audible alarm / Engine
check light / Engine oil pressure indicator
light with audible alarm / Low alternator
charge indicator light / Low fuel indicator
light / Wiper-mode indicator / Work-lights-
on indicator / Work-mode indicator
●●Motion alarm with cancel switch (con-
forms to SAE J994)
●●Propel pedals and levers
●●Seat belt, 2 in. (51 mm), retractable
▲▲Seat belt, 3 in. (76 mm), non-retractable
●●Tinted glass
●●Transparent tinted overhead hatch
▲▲Alternate pilot control pattern
▲▲Circulation fan
▲▲Protection screens for cab front, rear,
and side
▲▲Window vandal protection covers
▲▲24- to 12-volt D.C. radio convertors, 10 amp
Electrical
●●45-amp alternator
●●Blade-type multi-fused circuits
●●By-pass start safety cover on starter
●●Positive terminal battery covers
▲▲Cab extension wiring harness
Lights
●●Halogen work lights: One mounted on
boom / One mounted on frame
Control Owning and Operating Costs
Customer Personal Service (CPS) is part of John Deere’s proactive, fix-before-fail strategy on
machine maintenance that will help control costs, increase profits, and reduce stress. Included in
this comprehensive lineup of ongoing programs and services are:
Fluid analysis program
– tells you what’s going on inside
all
of your machine’s major com-
ponents so you’ll know if there’s a problem
before
you see a decline in performance. Fluid analy-
sis is included in most extended coverage and preventive-maintenance agreements.
Component life-cycle data
– gives you vital information on the projected life span of com-
ponents and lets you make informed decisions on machine maintenance by telling you approxi-
mately how many hours of use you can expect from an engine, transmission, or hydraulic pump.
This information can be used to preempt catastrophic downtime by servicing major components
at about 80 percent of their life cycle.
Preventive Maintenance (PM) agreements
– give you a fixed cost for maintaining a
machine for a given period of time. They also help you avoid downtime by ensuring that critical
maintenance work gets done right and on schedule. On-site preventive maintenance service per-
formed where and when you need it helps protect you from the expense of catastrophic failures
and lets you avoid waste-disposal hassles.
Extended coverage
– gives you a fixed cost for machine repairs for a given period of time
so you can effectively manage costs. Whether you work in a severe-service setting or just want
to spread the risk of doing business, this is a great way to custom-fit coverage for your opera-
tion. And an extended coverage contract also travels well because it’s backed by John Deere and
is honored by
all
Deere construction dealers.
Customer Support Advisors (CSAs)
– Deere believes the CSA program lends a
personal
quality to Customer Personal Service (CPS). Certified CSAs have the knowledge and skills for
helping make important decisions on machine maintenance and repair. Their mission is to help
you implement a plan that’s right for
your
business and take the burden of machine maintenance
off your shoulders.
