# Caterpillar 12M3AWD

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12m3awd/id/83685044>

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

## Listing details

- **Price:** Sold
- **Listing ID:** 83685044
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12M3AWD
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 1546
- **Serial number:** N9B00973
- **Location:** Austell, GA

## Description

Air Conditioner, Air Dryer, Air Suspension Seat, Arrangement, Snow, Beacon, Blade Extension, Cab Profile - High, Circle Clutch, Defroster Fan, Differential Lock, Drive - All Wheel, Emissions Level - EPA - EPA TIER 4f, Emissions Level - Japan - STEP 4 FINAL, Front Hitch/Lift, Hydraulic Valves, Lighting, Mirrors, Online Owner's Manual , Protection 12 M/1000 HR PWT+HYD WARRANTY, Radio - Bluetooth, Rear Window Defrost, Regulatory Marking, Regulatory Status - EPA / ARB / MLIT / S. Korea, ROPS - Enclosed, Snow Wing, Steering Type - Joystick, Supplemental Steering, Tier 1 Compliant, Tier 2 Compliant, Tire Size, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel

## Machine details

### GENERAL CONDITION

- **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes
- **S.O.S. (All Compartments):** Yes
- **Tires are Aired Up and Drivable:** No

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** No

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes
- **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Safety Decals Legible:** 3/4
- **Safety Decals Legible:** 3/4

### 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:** No
- **Ether Aid:** No
- **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

- **Transmission - Noisy:** Inspect brake, noisy when stopping

### DRIVECHAIN / TANDEMS

- **Wheel Lugs & Rims:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No

### BLADE

- **Circle A Frame:** Good
- **Face / Moldboard:** Good

### SCARIFER

- **Brackets / Studs - SCARIFER:** Good
- **Lines / Fittings - SCARIFER:** Good

### SNOW WING

- **Cylinder Condition:** Good

### TIRES

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** 0
- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** 0
- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** 14.00R24

### COMMENTS, MISC. REPAIRS, GENERAL REMARKS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** Auto articulation expired

## About this model

The Caterpillar 12M3 AWD is a motor grader designed for road construction, maintenance, and fine grading applications. It features all-wheel drive for improved traction and control in soft ground, slopes, and variable site conditions. The 12M3 AWD is part of Caterpillar's M Series grader line and is commonly used for shaping surfaces, ditching, snow removal, and finish grading. Typical configurations include a front-mounted moldboard, articulated frame, and operator controls designed for precision blade work. The model is used in municipal, highway, mining, and site development operations where grading accuracy and mobility are required.

## Photos

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