# 2017 Caterpillar 12M3 for Sale in ALTOONA, IA

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12m3/id/88412876>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $95,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 88412876
- **Year:** 2017
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12M3
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 8208
- **Serial number:** N9F00744
- **Location:** ALTOONA, IA

## Description

12FT MOLDBOARD, 12M3 MOTOR GRADER, 14.00R24 tires, Arrangement, Snow, ARTICULATION GUARD, BASE + 4 (WM,WT-FLOAT,FL,RIP), CAB, PLUS (STANDARD GLASS), CAB, PREMIUM (INTERIOR), CAMERA, REAR VISION, COLD WEATHER PLUS PACKAGE, CONTROL,AUTO ARTICULATION-DEMO, DECALS, ENGLISH (U.S.), DRAIN, GRAVITY, ENGINE OIL, ENGINE S/N SYE18777, GLOBAL ARRANGEMENT,LOW AMBIENT, HEATER, ENGINE COOLANT, 120V, HITCH, TOWING, JOYSTICK CONTROLS, BASIC, LANE 3 ORDER, LANGUAGE, ENGLISH, LIFT GROUP, FRONT MOUNTING, LIGHTS, SERVICE, INTERNAL, LINES,STANDARD W/O ACCUMULATOR, MIRRORS, OUTSIDE HEATED 24V, NO ACCUGRADE, PRECLEANER, SY-KLONE, PRODUCT LINK, CELLULAR PLE641, SEAT BELT, STARTER, ELEC, EXTREME DUTY

## 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:** 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

- **Apparent Other Engine Damage:** No
- **Blow By:** Yes
- **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:** Yes
- **Ether Aid:** Yes
- **Signal Lights:** Yes

### TRANSMISSION

- **Leaks - TRANSMISSION:** No
- **Transmission - Noisy:** No

### STEERING

- **Notes - STEERING:** Steering functions normal.

### BRAKE

- **Notes - BRAKE:** Brakes are functional.

### DRIVECHAIN / TANDEMS

- **Wheel Lugs & Rims:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** Yes

### 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 grading applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series grader lineup and is used for shaping surfaces, fine grading, ditching, and snow removal. The 12M3 typically features a front-mounted engine, articulated frame, and centrally positioned moldboard for precise control and visibility. It is commonly used by contractors, municipalities, and mining operations for earthmoving and surface finishing tasks. The model is known for its hydraulic control system, operator comfort features, and compatibility with a range of grading attachments and blade configurations.

## Photos

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