# 1996 Caterpillar 12H for Sale in Madera, CA

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12h/id/86766532>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $67,500.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 86766532
- **Year:** 1996
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12H
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Location:** Madera, CA

## Description

Ex Government,, Enclosed Cab,, 12' Blade,, Scarifier,, CAT 3306DI,, 14.00-24 Tires,

## Machine details

### General Specifications

- **hours:** 10009
- **enginemake:** CATERPILLAR
- **enginemodel:** 3306DI
- **ropstype:** Enclosed
- **scarifier:** Yes

## Manufacturer specifications

### Circle

- **Max Lift Above Ground:** 18 in (45.72 cm)
- **Max Lift Above Ground:** 18.9 in (48.01 cm)

### Dimensions

- **Blade Base:** 8.44 ft (2.57 m)
- **Height To Top Of Isomount Cab:** 10.21 ft (3.11 m)
- **Overall Length:** 28.12 ft (8.57 m)
- **Wheelbase:** 19.99 ft (6.09 m)
- **Width Over Tires:** 8.01 ft (2.44 m)

### Engine

- **Displacement:** 637.7 cu in (10450.05 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** 2236
- **Engine Model:** 3306 DIT
- **Max Power:** 140 hp (104.4 kw)
- **Net Power Gears 7-8:** 140 hp (104.4 kw)

### Front Axle

- **Oscillation - Total:** 32 degrees
- **Wheel Lean:** 18 degrees

### Hydraulic System

- **Pump Flow:** 54.5 gpm (206.28 lpm)
- **Pump Flow:** 51.8 gpm (196.06 lpm)
- **Pump Type:** Axial Piston
- **Relief Valve Pressure:** 3500 psi

### Moldboard

- **Moldboard Height:** 24.1 in (61.21 cm)
- **Moldboard Thickness:** 0.9 in (2.29 cm)
- **Moldboard Width:** 12.1 ft (3.69 m)

### Operational

- **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 35 amps
- **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 50 amps
- **Fuel Capacity:** 75.1 gal (284.25 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 18 gal (68.13 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 21.2 gal (80.24 l)
- **Operating Voltage:** 24 V
- **Std Operation Weight - Total:** 31411.5 lbs (14248.03 kg)
- **Std Operation Weight - Total:** 31409.3 lbs (14247.04 kg)
- **Tire Size:** 12-24 10PR (G-2)
- **Tire Size:** 13-24 10PR (G-2)

### Steering

- **Articulation Angle:** 20 degrees
- **Turning Radius:** 24.3 ft (7.41 m)

### Transmission

- **Max Speed - Forward:** 24.7 mph (39.75 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 19.7 mph (31.7 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 19.5 mph (31.38 kph)
- **Number Of Gears - Forward:** 8
- **Number Of Gears - Reverse:** 6

## About this model

The Caterpillar 12H is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and grading applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 12H is part of the company's H-series grader lineup and is commonly used for shaping surfaces, maintaining haul roads, and fine grading work. It features a moldboard, articulated frame, and operator controls suited to precise blade positioning and material control. The 12H is typically used in municipal, mining, and construction environments where consistent grading performance is required. As a Caterpillar motor grader, the 12H is recognized for its serviceability, durability, and compatibility with a range of grading attachments and worksite conditions.

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