# Caterpillar 12M3 for Sale in Doniphan, NE

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12m3/id/89211482>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $95,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 89211482
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12M3
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 8720
- **Serial number:** N9F00728
- **Location:** Doniphan, NE

## Description

Air Conditioner, Air Suspension Seat, Anti-theft System, Auto Shift, Beacon, Blade Extension, Circle Clutch, Cross Slope, Defroster Fan, Differential Lock, Drive - Tandem, Emissions Level - EPA - EPA TIER 4f, Emissions Level - EU - EU STAGE IV, Emissions Level - Japan - STEP 4 FINAL, Ether Aid, Front Hitch/Lift, Hydraulic Valves, Lighting, Mirrors, Moldboard Size - 14', Online Owner's Manual , Product Link, Radio - Bluetooth, Regulatory Marking, ROPS - Enclosed, Steering Type - Joystick, Supplemental Steering, Throttle Lock, Tire Size, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel, VHP Plus

## 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 Parts Manual:** No
- **Current Safety Manual:** Yes

### ENGINE

- **Apparent Other Engine Damage:** No
- **Blow By:** No
- **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

- **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

- **Average Life Remaining - TIRES:** 21
- **Tire Size - TIRES:** 14.00-R24

## About this model

The Caterpillar 12M3 is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and fine grading applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series grader lineup and is used for shaping surfaces, maintaining haul roads, ditching, and snow removal. The 12M3 typically features a front-mounted engine, articulated frame, and moldboard control system for precise blade positioning. It is commonly equipped with advanced hydraulic controls, operator comfort features, and optional grade control technology. The machine is used in municipal, mining, and construction environments where accurate grading and surface finishing are required.

## Photos

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