# Caterpillar 12M3 for Sale in Lincoln, NE

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12m3/id/89128579>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $89,500.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 89128579
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12M3
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 9560
- **Serial number:** N9F00447
- **Location:** Lincoln, NE

## Description

12M3 MOTOR GRADER, Air Suspension Seat, Arrangement, Snow, ARTICULATION GUARD, Auto Shift, BASE + 2 (FL,RIP), BLADE, 14' X 27" X 1", CAB, PLUS (INTERIOR), CAB, PLUS (STANDARD GLASS), CAMERA, REAR VISION, Circle Clutch, COLD WEATHER PLUS PACKAGE, COOLANT, 50/50, -35C (-31F), CUTTING EDGE, 14' BLADE, DECALS, ENGLISH (U.S.), Defroster Fan, Differential Lock, END BITS, OVERLAY, Ether Aid, 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, RIPPER, ADDITIONAL, 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, Online Owner's Manual , PRECLEANER, SY-KLONE, PRODUCT LINK, SATELLITE PLE631, Radio - AM FM Radio, SEAT BELT W/INDICATOR, STA

## 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:** Yes
- **Current Safety Manual:** Yes

### ENGINE

- **Blow By:** Yes
- **Knocking:** No
- **Oil Leaks:** Yes
- **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:** Fair
- **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

- **Notes - TIRES:** Right front tire - Tread is chopped
- **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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