# 2012 Caterpillar 312EL PQ for Sale in Shelby Twp., MI **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $66,900.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 88441137 - **Year:** 2012 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 312EL PQ - **Category:** Excavators - **Type:** Standard Excavators - **Hours:** 11381 - **Serial number:** MJD00387 - **Location:** Shelby Twp., MI ## Description CAB, AC, 1PC BOOM, 9'8" STK, TL CTRL W/HP LINES, QC, BUCKET, 23.5" PADS, CONDITION, HOURS AND ATTACHMENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE, Online Owner's Manual , PLEASE CALL FOR MACHINE LOCATION ## Machine details ### GENERAL CONDITION - **ET Download Available:** Yes - **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes - **S.O.S. (All Compartments):** No - **VIDS/VIMS Download Available:** No ### GENERAL APPEARANCE - **Cleaning Required:** Yes - **S.O.S. Taken:** No ### SAFETY ITEMS - **Back Up Alarm Functioning:** Yes - **Cab Guards:** No - **Safety Decals In Place:** No - **Safety Decals Legible:** No ### GAUGES, OPERATOR STATION, CONSOLE - **Back Up Alarm:** Yes ### ENGINE - **Blow By:** Yes - **Compression in Radiator:** No - **Engine Oil Level Full:** Yes - **EPA Decal:** Yes - **Fluid Levels OK?:** Yes - **Fuel Leaks:** No - **Knocking:** No - **Oil Leaks:** No - **Water in Oil:** No ### COOLING SYSTEM - **Belts / Pulleys - COOLING SYSTEM:** Good - **Coolers:** Good - **Fan:** Good - **Fan Drive:** Good - **Hoses:** Good - **Radiator:** Good ### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM - **Block Heater:** No - **Ether Aid:** No ### HYDRAULICS - **Notes - HYDRAULICS:** Wet at coupler line area, looks like lines weee just replaced - **Swing Drive Oil Level:** Full ### BOOM & STICK - **Bucket Cycle Time:** 3/5 seconds - **Stick Cycle Time:** 3/5 seconds ### BOOM - **Boom Length (Actual Length):** 15’2ft ### STICK - **Stick Length:** 9’10ft ### BUCKET - **Quick Coupler:** Yes ### FINAL DRIVES - **Notes - FINAL DRIVES 1:** Two speed travel working ## Manufacturer specifications ### Dimensions - **Ground Clearance:** 1.45 ft (0.44 m) - **Height:** 9.75 ft (2.97 m) - **Height To Top Of Cab:** 9.09 ft (2.77 m) - **Length:** 26.0833 ft (7.95 m) - **Length Of Track On Ground:** 11.46 ft (3.49 m) - **Removal Counterweight Clearance:** 2.92 ft (0.89 m) - **Tail Swing Radius:** 7.09 ft (2.16 m) - **Weight:** 33080 lbs (15004.85 kg) - **Width:** 9.0833 ft (2.77 m) ### Engine - **Displacement:** 269 cu in (4408.13 cu cm) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** C4.4 ACERT - **Net Power:** 94 hp (70.1 kw) ### Operational - **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 5.9 gal (22.33 l) - **Engine Oil Capacity:** 3.6 gal (13.63 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 66.1 gal (250.19 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 43.4 gal (164.27 l) - **Operating Weight:** 33069 lbs (14999.86 kg) - **Swing Drive Fluid Capacity:** 0.7 gal (2.65 l) ### Swing Mechanism - **Swing Speed:** 11.5 rpm - **Swing Torque:** 22791 lbs ft (30900.04 nm) ### Undercarriage - **Drawbar Pull:** 25628 lbs (11624.68 kg) - **Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side:** 2 - **Number Of Shoes Per Side:** 46 - **Number Of Track Rollers Per Side:** 7 ## About this model The Caterpillar 312E L is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 12-ton class, designed for general excavation, trenching, site preparation, and utility work. It features a fuel-efficient Cat diesel engine, hydraulic system, and an undercarriage configured for stability and digging performance. The 312E L is commonly used in construction, roadwork, landscaping, and municipal applications. Its compact tail swing and long undercarriage layout support maneuverability and balance in confined job sites. Operator controls, service access, and attachment compatibility are designed for productivity and routine maintenance. The model is part of Caterpillar's E Series excavator lineup. ## Photos ![2012 Caterpillar 312EL PQ](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kNzU5MmI3MjI1ODlmZWNmYTQ3M2UxMWE4NDM5NDBiMiYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjM3MDQz) ![2012 Caterpillar 312EL PQ photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05YmI4MGNhODk1NDAxZWYzZTI2NjgwMmMxZDg5OGU0NCYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjYxOTQ3) ![2012 Caterpillar 312EL PQ photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kMzM5NDVmMzUzNTFmZWNiODdmMjZlODQyNTk5YmI0NCYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjQ0NjMy) ![2012 Caterpillar 312EL PQ photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lZTJlYjM4OTY0N2I4ZjcyOWI4N2Q0OWNmZGE4MmVmZSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjQyODE2) ![2012 Caterpillar 312EL PQ photo 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