# Caterpillar 12M3 for Sale in LaVergne, TN **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $158,000.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 79935040 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 12M3 - **Category:** Motor Graders - **Hours:** 3395 - **Serial number:** N9F00633 - **Location:** LaVergne, TN ## Description Accugrade Ready, Air Conditioner, Air Suspension Seat, Auto Shift, Circle Clutch, Cross Slope, Defroster Fan, Differential Lock, Drive - Tandem, Emissions Level - EPA - EPA TIER 4f, Emissions Level - EU - EU STAGE IV, Emissions Level - Japan - STEP 4 FINAL, Fenders, Guard, Transmission, Hydraulic Valves, Lighting, Mirrors, Moldboard Size - 12', Online Owner's Manual , Product Link, Pushblock, Radio - AM FM Radio, Rear Window Defrost, Regulatory Marking, Regulatory Status - EPA / ARB / EU / R120 / MLIT / S. Korea, Ripper - Multi-Shank, ROPS - Enclosed, Scarifier, Steering Type - Joystick, Supplemental Steering, Throttle Lock, Tier 1 Compliant, Tier 2 Compliant, Tire Size, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel ## Machine details ### GENERAL CONDITION - **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes - **S.O.S. (All Compartments):** No - **Tires are Aired Up and Drivable:** Yes ### GENERAL APPEARANCE - **Cleaning Required:** No ### SAFETY ITEMS - **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes - **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes - **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes ### OPERATOR STATION - **Safety Decals Legible:** Good - **Safety Decals Legible:** Good ### ENGINE - **Blow By:** No - **Fuel Leaks:** No - **Knocking:** No - **Oil Leaks:** No - **Water in Oil:** No ### COOLING SYSTEM - **Compression in Radiator:** No - **Oil in Anti-Freeze:** No ### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM - **Block Heater:** No - **Ether Aid:** No - **Signal Lights:** Yes ### TRANSMISSION - **Leaks - TRANSMISSION:** No - **Transmission - Noisy:** No ### STEERING - **Articulate P & B:** Good - **King Pins:** Good - **Steering Cylinder:** Good - **Steering Linkage:** Good - **Tie Rods / Rod Ends:** Good - **Wheel Lean Cylinder - STEERING:** Good ### BRAKE - **Transmission - Noisy:** I don’t see any problems. ### DRIVECHAIN / TANDEMS - **Wheel Lugs & Rims:** Good ### HYDRAULICS - **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No ### BLADE - **Circle A Frame:** Good - **Face / Moldboard:** Good ### SCARIFER - **Brackets / Studs - SCARIFER:** Fair - **Lines / Fittings - SCARIFER:** Good - **Pins & Bushings - SCARIFER:** Good ### TIRES - **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** Mix on wear , between 35 and 90% - **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** 14.00/24 ### COMMENTS, MISC. REPAIRS, GENERAL REMARKS - **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** The machine starts and runs. I don’t see any leaks. The exhaust stake is bent. ## About this model The Caterpillar 12M3 is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and site preparation. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series grader line and is used for fine grading, ditching, slope work, and snow removal. The 12M3 features a front-mounted engine, articulated frame, and moldboard control system for precise blade positioning. It is commonly equipped with a diesel engine, all-wheel drive options, and advanced operator controls for grading accuracy and productivity. The Caterpillar 12M3 is used by contractors, municipalities, and road agencies for grading applications requiring maneuverability, visibility, and consistent surface finish. ## Photos ![Caterpillar 12M3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kNWJmYWZiZjE4YTViZjZiZjk3ODhjYjZlMmMzZWUyZiYkdHh0PVRIT01QU09OJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJTIwQ09NTUVSQ0UlMjBDT1JQT1JBVElPTiY0MDE3NQ==) ![Caterpillar 12M3 photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05MDQ3MDgyYzYxMzJjOGJiZDcxNWNmODZkYjQ3M2U1MiYkdHh0PVRIT01QU09OJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJTIwQ09NTUVSQ0UlMjBDT1JQT1JBVElPTiY4MDU0) ![Caterpillar 12M3 photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05Yzg5NDRjNTViMGNiZDVlOTYzOTAzMWNmYmU4YWY5ZCYkdHh0PVRIT01QU09OJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJTIwQ09NTUVSQ0UlMjBDT1JQT1JBVElPTiY0MzU4Mg==) ![Caterpillar 12M3 photo 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