# 2017 Caterpillar 12M3 for Sale in Omaha, NE

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12m3/id/82912404>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $100,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 82912404
- **Year:** 2017
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12M3
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 7463
- **Serial number:** N9F00758
- **Location:** Omaha, NE

## Description

12M3 MOTOR GRADER, Air Conditioner, Air Suspension Seat, Arrangement, Snow, ARTICULATION GUARD, Auto Shift, BASE + 3 (WM,WT-NOFLOAT,FL), Blade Extension, BLADE, 14' X 27" X 1", CAB, PLUS (INTERIOR), CAB, PLUS (STANDARD GLASS), CAMERA, REAR VISION, Circle Clutch, COLD WEATHER PLUS PACKAGE, CONTROL,AUTO ARTICULATION-DEMO, CONVERTER GP, COOLANT, 50/50, -35C (-31F), CUTTING EDGE, 14' BLADE, DECALS, ENGLISH (U.S.), Defroster Fan, Differential Lock, DRAIN, GRAVITY, ENGINE OIL, END BITS, OVERLAY, Ether Aid, FAN, DEFROSTER, REAR WINDOW, Fenders, Front Hitch/Lift, GLOBAL ARRANGEMENT,LOW AMBIENT, HEATER, ENGINE COOLANT, 120V, HITCH, TOWING, JOYSTICK CONTROLS, BASIC, LANGUAGE, ENGLISH, LIFT GROUP, MANUAL, FRONT, LIGHT, LED WARNING STROBE, Lighting, LIGHTS, FRONT HEADLIGHTS, HIGH, LIGHTS, SERVICE, INTERNAL, LIGHTS, WORKING, PLUS, LINES,STANDARD W/O ACCUMULATOR, Mirrors, MIRRORS, OUTSIDE HEATED 24V, MOLDBOARD, 14' PLUS, MOUNT, SNOW WING, FRAME READY, MOUNTING, FRONT LIFT, MOUNTING, WARNING LIGHT, N

## Machine details

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** Yes
- **S.O.S. Taken:** Yes

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **ROPS:** Yes
- **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Current O&MM:** No
- **Current Safety Manual:** No

### ENGINE

- **Blow By:** No
- **Compression in Radiator:** No
- **Fluid Levels OK?:** Yes
- **Knocking:** No
- **Oil Leaks:** No
- **Water in Oil:** No

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Belts / Pulleys - COOLING SYSTEM:** Good
- **Coolers:** Good
- **Fan:** Good
- **Hoses:** Good
- **Radiator:** Good
- **Water Pump:** Good

### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM

- **Block Heater:** Yes
- **Ether Aid:** Yes
- **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

- **Accumulators:** Good
- **Control Valve:** Good
- **Lines:** Good

### DRIVECHAIN / TANDEMS

- **Wheel Lugs & Rims:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No

### BLADE

- **Circle A Frame:** Good
- **Face / Moldboard:** Good

### TIRES

- **Tire Size - TIRES:** 14.00R24

## 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

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