# Caterpillar 12M3 for Sale in Omaha, NE

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12m3/id/85061928>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $115,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 85061928
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12M3
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 8520
- **Serial number:** N9F00800
- **Location:** Omaha, NE

## Description

12M3 MOTOR GRADER, Air Conditioner, Air Suspension Seat, Anti-theft System, ANTIFREEZE WINDSHIELD WASHER, ANTIFREEZE, -45C (-50F), Arrangement, Snow, ARTICULATION GUARD, Auto Shift, BASE + 3 (WM,WT-NOFLOAT,FL), 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.), Differential Lock, DRAIN, GRAVITY, ENGINE OIL, Drive - Tandem, END BITS, OVERLAY, FAN, DEFROSTER, REAR WINDOW, GLOBAL ARRANGEMENT,LOW AMBIENT, HEATER, ENGINE COOLANT, 120V, HITCH, TOWING, JOYSTICK CONTROLS, BASIC, LANE 3 ORDER, LANGUAGE, ENGLISH, LIGHT, LED WARNING STROBE, LIGHTS, FRONT HEADLIGHTS, HIGH, LIGHTS, SERVICE, INTERNAL, LIGHTS, WORKING, PLUS, LINES,STANDARD W/O ACCUMULATOR, MIRRORS, OUTSIDE HEATED 24V, MOLDBOARD, 14' PLUS, MOUNT, SNOW WING, FRAME READY, MOUNTING, FRONT LIFT, MOUNTING, WARNING LIGHT, NO ACCUGRADE,

## Machine details

### GENERAL CONDITION

- **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes
- **Tires are Aired Up and Drivable:** Yes

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** Yes

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes
- **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes
- **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Current O&MM:** Yes
- **Current Safety Manual:** Yes

### ENGINE

- **Blow By:** Yes
- **Fuel Leaks:** No
- **Knocking:** No
- **Oil Leaks:** Yes
- **Water in Oil:** No

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Compression in Radiator:** No
- **Oil in Anti-Freeze:** No

### 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
- **Brake Linkage:** 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

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** 20%
- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** 14.00-24

### COMMENTS, MISC. REPAIRS, GENERAL REMARKS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** Front and rear attachments have been removed by and retained by customer

## 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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