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2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS For Sale in Australia, Aus

2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
2014 Caterpillar 12M VHP PLUS
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Machine Info:

Hours:13997
Serial Number:CAT0012MEB9200262
Machine Location:AUSTRALIA, AUS

Description:

Enclosed Cab, Air Conditioner, Air Ride Seat, Rear View Camera, 14 ft / 4.27 m Moldboard, Push Block, Combination Ripper/Scarifier, 17.5R25 Tires Closing Time: 2026-11-25 07:00:00 PM


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The Caterpillar 12M2 is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and site preparation. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series 2 lineup and is used for grading, ditching, shaping, and fine finishing work on highways, municipal roads, mining sites, and large earthmoving projects. The 12M2 typically features a front-mounted moldboard, articulated frame, and advanced hydraulic controls for precise blade positioning and material control. It is commonly selected for applications requiring accurate grade control, operator visibility, and consistent performance in demanding terrain. The Caterpillar 12M2 is widely used in infrastructure, quarry, and heavy civil operations.
Blade Range
Blade Tip Range - Backward 5 degrees
Blade Tip Range - Forward 40 degrees
Circle Centershift - Left 27 in (70 cm)
Circle Centershift - Right 29 in (73 cm)
Maximum Blade Position Angle 90 degrees
Maximum Depth Of Cut 28 in (71 cm)
Maximum Lift Above Ground 19 in (48 cm)
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside Of Tires - Left 71 in (179 cm)
Maximum Shoulder Reach Outside Of Tires - Right 78 in (198 cm)
Moldboard Sideshift - Left 20 in (51 cm)
Moldboard Sideshift - Right 26 in (66 cm)
Engine
Awd Range - Net 136-181 kW (183-243 hp)
Awd Range - Net - Metric 136-181 kW (186-246 hp)
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net 173 hp (129 kw)
Base Power (1st Gear) - Net - Metric 176 hp (131 kw)
Base Power (All Gears) - Net 173 hp (129 kw)
Bore 5 in (11 cm)
Derating Altitude 10,000 ft (3,048 m)
Displacement 568 cu in (9,300 cu cm)
Emissions U.S. Tier 4 Interim/EU Stage IIIB
Engine Model Cat C9.3 ACERT
High - Ambient Capability 122 degrees
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Maximum 1,550 rpm
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Minimum 500 rpm
High Ambient - Fan Speed - Standard 1,400 rpm
Maximum Torque 839 lbs ft (1,138 nm)
Number Of Cylinders 6
Speed At Rated Power 2,100 rpm
Standard Capability 109 degrees
Stroke 6 in (15 cm)
Torque Rise 50 %
Vhp Plus - Gear 1f, Net 173 hp (129 kw)
Vhp Plus - Gear 2f, Net 183 hp (136 kw)
Vhp Plus - Gear 3f, Net 193 hp (144 kw)
Vhp Plus - Gear 4f, Net 203 hp (151 kw)
Vhp Plus - Gear 5f, Net 208 hp (155 kw)
Vhp Plus - Gear 6f, Net 213 hp (159 kw)
Vhp Plus - Gear 7f, Net 218 hp (163 kw)
Vhp Plus - Gear 8f, Net 223 hp (166 kw)
Vhp Plus Range - Net 129-166 kW (173-223 hp)
Vhp Plus Range - Net - Metric 129-166 kW (176-226 hp)
Frame
Circle - Blade Beam Thickness 2 in (4 cm)
Circle - Diameter 60 in (153 cm)
Drawbar - Height 6 in (15 cm)
Drawbar - Thickness 1 in (1 cm)
Drawbar - Width 3 in (8 cm)
Front Axle - Height To Center 24 in (60 cm)
Front Axle - Total Oscillation Per Side 32 degrees
Front Axle - Wheel Lean - Left/Right 18 degrees
Front Frame Structure - Height 1 ft (0 m)
Front Frame Structure - Width 1 ft (0 m)
Front-Top/Bottom Plate - Thickness 1 in (2 cm)
Front-Top/Bottom Plate - Width 12 in (30 cm)
General Specifications
Base Power (Since 2012) 182 hp (136 kw)
Base Power - Net (Since 2012) 173 hp (129 kW)
Displacement (Since 2012) 567 cu in (9 L)
Electrical - Std. Alternator (Since 2012) 150 amp
Electrical - Std. Battery CCA @ 0° F (Since 2012) 1,125
Electrical - System Size (Since 2012) 24V
Engine Model (Since 2012) C9.3 ACERT VHP
Engine Model (Since 2015) C9.3 ACERT
Front Axle/Steering - Articulation Angle (Since 2012) 20 deg
Front Axle/Steering - Minimum Turning Radius (Since 2012) 298 in (8 m)
Front Axle/Steering - Minimum Turning Radius** (Since 2018) 298 in (8 m)
Front Axle/Steering - Oscillation Angle (Since 2012) 32 deg
Front Axle/Steering - Steering Angle (Since 2012) 48 deg
Front Axle/Steering - Wheel Lean Angle (Since 2012) 18 deg
Fuel Tank Capacity (Since 2012) 110 US gal (416 L)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Blade Base (Since 2012) 101 in (2,557 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Blade Base (Since 2015) 101 in (2,552 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Height (Since 2012) 24 in (610 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Height (to top of ROPS) (Since 2012) 130 in (3,287 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Height (to top of ROPS) (Since 2015) 130 in (3,308 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Lift Above Ground (Since 2012) 19 in (480 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Overal Width (at top of front tires) (Since 2012) 100 in (2,547 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Overall Length (Since 2012) 350 in (8,898 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Overall Length (Since 2015) 351 in (8,912 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Overall Width (at top of front tires) (Since 2013) 100 in (2,547 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Overall Width (at top of front tires) (Since 2015) 99 in (2,511 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Standard Blade: Height (Since 2013) 24 in (610 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Standard Blade: Height (Since 2015) 24 in (610 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Standard Blade: Length (Since 2012) 144 in (3,658 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Standard Blade: Thickness (Since 2013) 1 in (22 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Thickness (Since 2012) 1 in (22 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Wheelbase (Since 2012) 241 in (6,126 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - Wheelbase (Since 2015) 241 in (6,123 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - With Ripper and Pushplate (Since 2012) 399 in (10,140 mm)
GENERAL DIMENSIONS - With Ripper and Pushplate (Since 2015) 399 in (10,136 mm)
Hydraulics - Implement Pressure: Max. (Since 2012) 3,500 psi (24,150 kPa)
Hydraulics - Implement Pressure: Min. (Since 2013) 450 psi (3,100 kPa)
Hydraulics - Implement Pressure: Min. (Since 2015) 609 psi (4,200 kPa)
Hydraulics - Max. Pump Flow (Since 2012) 56 US gpm (210 L/min)
Hydraulics - Min. (Since 2012) 450 psi (3,100 kPa)
Hydraulics - Pump Type (Since 2012) Variable Piston
Hydraulics - Tank Capacity (Since 2012) 16 US gal (60 L)
Hydraulics - Tank Capacity (Since 2015) 17 US gal (64 L)
Interior Sound Level/SAE J919 (Since 2012) 71 dB(A
Max. Shoulder Reach: - Frame Straight - left (Since 2012) 71 in (1,790 mm)
Max. Shoulder Reach: - Frame Straight - Left (Since 2016) 71 in (1,790 mm)
Max. Shoulder Reach: - Frame Straight - right (Since 2012) 78 in (1,978 mm)
Max. Shoulder Reach: - Frame Straight - Right (Since 2016) 78 in (1,978 mm)
Max. Shoulder Reach:*** - Frame Straight - Left (Since 2018) 71 in (1,790 mm)
Max. Shoulder Reach:*** - Frame Straight - Right (Since 2018) 78 in (1,978 mm)
Max. Torque (Since 2012) 840 lb-ft (1,138 N-m)
Max. Torque (Since 2013) 846 lb-ft (1,147 N-m)
Max. Torque (Since 2015) 839 lb-ft (1,138 N-m)
Maximum Net Power with VHP+ (Since 2012) 243 hp (181 kw)
No. Circle Support Shoes (Since 2012) 6
No. of Cylinders (Since 2012) 6
No. of Speeds Forward/Reverse (Since 2012) 8/6
Operating Weight (Since 2012) 37,688 lbs (17,095 kg)
Operating Weight (Since 2013) 37,145 lbs (16,849 kg)
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped (Since 2012) 44,348 lb
Operating Weight* (Since 2018) 37,145 lbs (16,849 kg)
Rated Engine RPM (Since 2012) 2,100 rpm
Reverse (Since 2012) 23 mph (37 km/h)
Standard Blade Length (Since 2012) 12 ft (4 m)
Std. Tires - Front and Rear (Since 2012) 14.00R24 (G-2
Top Speed: Forward (Since 2012) 29 mph (47 km/h)
Top Speed: Forward (Since 2013) 29 mph (47 km/h)
Top Speed: Reverse (Since 2013) 23 mph (37 km/h)
VHP Plus Range - Net (Since 2012) 173 - 223 hp (129 - 166 kW)
Hydraulic System
Circuit Type Parallel
Maximum System Pressure 3,500 psi
Pump Output 56 gpm (211 lpm)
Pump Type Variable Piston
Reservoir Tank Capacity 16 gal (60 l)
Standby Pressure 609 psi
Moldboard
Arc Radius 16 in (41 cm)
Blade Down Pressure - Base Gvw - Awd 17,857 lbs (8,100 kg)
Blade Down Pressure - Maximum Gvw - Awd 29,196 lbs (13,243 kg)
Blade Pull - Base Gvw - Awd 35,439 lbs (16,075 kg)
Blade Pull - Maximum Gvw - Awd 49,381 lbs (22,399 kg)
Blade Width 12 ft (4 m)
Cutting Edge Thickness 1 in (2 cm)
Cutting Edge Width 6 in (15 cm)
End Bit - Thickness 1 in (2 cm)
End Bit - Width 6 in (15 cm)
Moldboard - Height 24 in (61 cm)
Moldboard - Thickness 1 in (2 cm)
Throat Clearance 7 in (17 cm)
Operating Specifications
Articulation Angle - Left/Right 20 degrees
Forward - 1st 3 mph (4 kph)
Forward - 2nd 3 mph (5 kph)
Forward - 3rd 5 mph (8 kph)
Forward - 4th 7 mph (11 kph)
Forward - 5th 11 mph (17 kph)
Forward - 6th 15 mph (23 kph)
Forward - 7th 20 mph (32 kph)
Forward - 8th 29 mph (47 kph)
Reverse - 1st 2 mph (3 kph)
Reverse - 2nd 4 mph (6 kph)
Reverse - 3rd 5 mph (9 kph)
Reverse - 4th 8 mph (14 kph)
Reverse - 5th 16 mph (25 kph)
Reverse - 6th 23 mph (37 kph)
Steering Range - Left/Right 48 degrees
Top Speed - Forward 29 mph (47 kph)
Top Speed - Reverse 23 mph (37 kph)
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires 25 ft (8 m)
Power Train
Brakes - Parking Multiple Oil Disc
Brakes - Secondary Dual Circuit
Brakes - Service Multiple Oil Disc
Brakes - Service - Surface Area 3565 in2
Forward/Reverse Gears 8 Fwd/6 Rev
Transmission Direct Drive, Powershift
Ripper
Machine Length Increase, Beam Raised 41 in (103 cm)
Penetration Force 20,693 lbs (9,386 kg)
Pry-Out Force 27,655 lbs (12,544 kg)
Ripper Shank Holder Spacing 21 in (53 cm)
Ripper Shank Holders 5
Ripping Depth - Maximum 17 in (43 cm)
Scarifier
Front, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing 18 in (47 cm)
Front, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holders 5/11
Front, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum 41 in (103 cm)
Front, V-Type - Working Width 47 in (120 cm)
Front, V-Type, 5 Or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing 5 in (12 cm)
Front, V-Type, 5 Or 11 Tooth - Scarifier Shank Holders 5/11
Front, V-Type, 5 Or 11 Tooth - Scarifying Depth, Maximum 18 in (47 cm)
Front, V-Type, 5 Or 11 Tooth - Working Width 41 in (103 cm)
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing 5 in (12 cm)
Mid, V-Type - Scarifier Shank Holders 11
Mid, V-Type - Scarifying Depth, Maximum 12 in (29 cm)
Mid, V-Type - Working Width 47 in (118 cm)
Rear - Ripping Depth, Maximum 17 in (43 cm)
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holder Spacing 11 in (27 cm)
Rear - Scarifier Shank Holders 9
Rear - Scarifying Depth, Maximum 17 in (43 cm)
Rear - Working Width 84 in (213 cm)
Service Refill
Circle Drive Housing 2 gal (7 l)
Cooling System 15 gal (56 l)
Engine Oil 8 gal (30 l)
Front Wheel Spindle Bearing Housing 0 gal (1 l)
Fuel Capacity 110 gal (416 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank 17 gal (64 l)
Hydraulic System - Total 26 gal (100 l)
Tandem Housing - Each 17 gal (64 l)
Transmission - Differential - Final Drives 17 gal (65 l)
Standards
Brakes ISO 3450, ISO 10265
Rops/Fops ISO 3471/ISO 3499
Sound ISO 6394; ISO 6395
Steering ISO 5010
Tandems
Drive Chain Pitch 2 in (5 cm)
Height 20 in (51 cm)
Sidewall Thickness - Inner 1 in (2 cm)
Sidewall Thickness - Outer 1 in (2 cm)
Tandem Oscillation - Front Down 25 degrees
Tandem Oscillation - Front Up 15 degrees
Wheel Axle Spacing 60 in (152 cm)
Width 8 in (21 cm)
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Front Axle 10,403 lbs (4,719 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Rear Axle 28,930 lbs (13,122 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Base - Total 39,334 lbs (17,842 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Front Axle 17,009 lbs (7,715 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Rear Axle 37,860 lbs (17,173 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight - Maximum - Total 54,869 lbs (24,888 kg)
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped 44,349 lbs (20,116 kg)
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped - Front Axle 13,040 lbs (5,915 kg)
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped - Rear Axle 31,309 lbs (14,202 kg)
Operating Weight - Typically Equipped - Total 44,349 lbs (20,116 kg)

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