# 2015 Caterpillar 12 M3 for Sale in Norfolk, NE

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12_m3/id/87268472>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $89,500.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 87268472
- **Year:** 2015
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12 M3
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 7964
- **Serial number:** N9R00113
- **Location:** Norfolk, NE

## Description

12M3 MOTOR GRADER, Air Conditioner, Arrangement, Snow, ARTICULATION GUARD, Auto Shift, BASE+3 (WM,WT-NOFLOAT,FL), Blade Extension, CAB, PLUS (INTERIOR), CAB, PLUS (STANDARD GLASS), CAMERA, REAR VISION, Circle Clutch, COLD WEATHER PLUS PACKAGE, DECALS, ENGLISH (U.S.), Defroster Fan, Differential Lock, DOMESTIC TRUCK, Ether Aid, Front Hitch/Lift, GLOBAL ARRANGEMENT,LOW AMBIENT, HEATER, ENGINE COOLANT, 120V, HITCH, TOWING, LANE 3 ORDER, LANGUAGE, ENGLISH, LIGHT, LED WARNING STROBE, Lighting, LIGHTS, SERVICE, INTERNAL, LINES,STANDARD W/O ACCUMULATOR, MIRRORS, OUTSIDE HEATED, MOLDBOARD, 14' PLUS, MOTORGRADERS, MOUNTING, FRONT LIFT, NO ACCUGRADE, Online Owner's Manual , PRECLEANER, SY-KLONE, Product Link, PRODUCT LINK, SATELLITE PL321, Radio - AM FM Radio, SEAT BELT W/INDICATOR, STARTER, ELEC, EXTREME DUTY, Throttle Lock, TIRES, 14.0R24 BS VUT 1\* MP

## Machine details

### GENERAL CONDITION

- **S.O.S. (All Compartments):** No

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** Yes

### SAFETY ITEMS

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

### OPERATOR STATION

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

### ENGINE

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

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Compression in Radiator:** 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
- **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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