CATERPILLAR 140H VHP PLUS MOTOR GRADERS

Technical Description

The 2004 Caterpillar 140H VHP Plus Motor Grader is a versatile earthmoving machine equipped with a Galion D-1248 diesel engine featuring six cylinders producing approximately 80 brake horsepower at 2200 RPM. This motor grader showcases a 12-foot moldboard blade designed for precision grading and road maintenance operations. The machine is configured with a creeper transmission option, enabling controlled low-speed operation essential for fine grading work. Dimensionally, the grader measures approximately 26 to 27 feet in length, 7 feet 11 inches to 8 feet in width, and 10 feet 3 inches to 10 feet 9 inches in height, with an operational weight ranging from 28,000 to 30,000 pounds. The VHP Plus designation indicates availability of variable horsepower capability in forward gears 7-8, optimizing performance across different operating conditions. This mid-size grader is suitable for municipal road maintenance, construction site preparation, and general earthmoving applications. The creeper transmission provides enhanced controllability during precision work, while the diesel engine delivers reliable power and fuel efficiency. The 140H platform represents a proven design widely utilized in road construction and maintenance fleets, offering robust performance and operator accessibility for medium-scale grading projects.