Caterpillar’s easy-to-learn joystick controls reduce hand and arm movements compared to the lever and steering configuration, which can help reduce operator fatigue for improved productivity. The ergonomical three-axis joysticks place transmission, up/down gear shifting and machine direction control in the left joystick, while the right controls drawbar, circle and moldboard functions, along with electronic throttle control and manual differential lock/unlock. Cat joystick motor graders boast industry-exclusive follow steer, which allows the front wheels to follow joystick input. Joystick control, combined with the 140’s new 9-forward-speed transmission with finish gear, provides smooth operation in final passes and curbs.
Key to safety and efficiency, excellent visibility to the operating area is offered by the next generation cab design, featuring angled doors, tapered engine closure, and sloped rear window to make it easy to see the moldboard, tires and behind the motor grader. Its standard rearview camera enhances the operator’s view to the machine’s rear with the feed displayed on the 10-in (254-mm) touchscreen monitor. Optional integrated smart cameras and a bird’s-eye view of the in-cab display, along with Cat Detect – People Detection to alert the operator when someone enters the grader’s hazard zone, provide a comprehensive view of the machine and task at hand for increased jobsite safety.
The in-cab display also provides operators with access to a host of expanded next generation technology offerings. A machine-integrated grade control system, the new 140 can be shipped Cat Grade 3D Ready to help operators cut to grade faster with more accuracy, efficiency and productivity. Automatic blade control reduces operator input and the number of passes required to complete the job, saving time and money. With Position Sensing Shift Cylinder (PSC), E-fence avoidance and two IMU sensors to simplify mastless upgrades, Cat Cross Slope Assist enables the operator to manually control one moldboard end, while the system controls the other.
