# Caterpillar 12M3

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12m3/id/89128576>

> This machine has been sold or is not currently for sale.

## Listing details

- **Price:** Sold
- **Listing ID:** 89128576
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12M3
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 7688
- **Serial number:** N9F00706
- **Location:** Lincoln, NE

## Description

12M3 MOTOR GRADER, Air Conditioner, Air Suspension Seat, ARTICULATION GUARD, BASE + 2 (FL,RIP), BLADE, 14' X 27" X 1", CAB, PLUS (INTERIOR), CAB, PLUS (STANDARD GLASS), CAMERA, REAR VISION, COLD WEATHER PLUS PACKAGE, CONTROL, AUTO ARTICULATION, CONVERTER GP, COOLANT, 50/50, -35C (-31F), CUTTING EDGE, 14' BLADE, DECALS, ENGLISH (U.S.), Differential Lock, DRAIN, GRAVITY, ENGINE OIL, END BITS, OVERLAY, FAN, DEFROSTER, REAR WINDOW, GLOBAL ARRANGEMENT,LOW AMBIENT, HEATER, ENGINE COOLANT, 120V, HITCH, TOWING, JOYSTICK CONTROLS, BASIC, LANGUAGE, ENGLISH, LIFT GROUP, MANUAL, FRONT, LIGHT, LED WARNING STROBE, LIGHTS, FRONT HEADLIGHTS, HIGH, LIGHTS, SERVICE, INTERNAL, LIGHTS, WORKING, PLUS, LINES, RIPPER, ADDITIONAL, LINES,STANDARD W/O ACCUMULATOR, Mirrors, MIRRORS, OUTSIDE HEATED 24V, MOLDBOARD, 14' PLUS, MOUNTING, FRONT LIFT, MOUNTING, WARNING LIGHT, NO ACCUGRADE, Online Owner's Manual , PRECLEANER, SY-KLONE, PRODUCT LINK, CELLULAR PLE641, Radio - AM FM Radio, RADIO GP - AM/FM, SCREEN AS, SEAT

## Machine details

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** Yes
- **S.O.S. Taken:** No

### SAFETY ITEMS

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

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Current Parts Manual:** 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

### 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
- **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:** 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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