# 2018 Caterpillar 12M3AWD for Sale in ALTOONA, IA

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/motor-graders/12m3awd/id/88873822>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $115,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 88873822
- **Year:** 2018
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 12M3AWD
- **Category:** Motor Graders
- **Hours:** 9879
- **Serial number:** N9B00739
- **Location:** ALTOONA, IA

## Description

12M3 AWD MOTOR GRADER, 2 FOOT RT HAND BLADE EXTENSION, Arrangement, Snow, ARTICULATION GUARD, BASE + 4 (WM,WT-FLOAT,FL,RIP), BUYERS STROBE LIGHT, CAB, PLUS (STANDARD GLASS), CAB, PREMIUM (INTERIOR), CAMERA, REAR VISION, COLD WEATHER PLUS PACKAGE AWD, DRAIN, GRAVITY, ENGINE OIL, ENGINE S/N SYE28742, FAN, STANDARD, FUEL HEATER, GUARD TRANSMISSION, HEATER, ENGINE COOLANT, 120V, JOYSTICK CONTROLS, BASIC, LANE 2 ORDER, LIGHTS, ROADING, HALOGEN, LIGHTS, SERVICE, INTERNAL, LIGHTS, WORKING, PLUS, HALOGEN, LINES,STANDARD W/O ACCUMULATOR, MIRRORS, OUTSIDE HEATED 24V, MOLDBOARD, 14' PLUS, NO ACCUGRADE, PRECLEANER, SY-KLONE, PRODUCT LINK, CELLULAR PLE641, SEAT BELT, STARTER, ELEC, EXTREME DUTY, TANK, FUEL, STANDARD, TIRES,17.5R25 MX XSNO+ G2 MP

## Machine details

### GENERAL CONDITION

- **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes
- **S.O.S. (All Compartments):** Yes
- **Tires are Aired Up and Drivable:** Yes

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Bumper:** Good
- **Cab or Canopy:** Good
- **Counterweight:** Good
- **Decals:** Good
- **Draw Bar:** Good
- **Fenders:** Good
- **Fiberglass:** Good
- **Fuel Tank:** Good
- **Grab Irons:** Good
- **Paint:** Good
- **Pre-Cleaner Bowl:** Good
- **Sheet Metal:** Good
- **Steps / Ladder:** Good

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes
- **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes
- **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level - OPERATOR STATION:** 100%
- **Fuel Level - OPERATOR STATION:** 100%

### 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
- **Compressor:** Good
- **Control Valve:** Good
- **Lines:** Good

### DRIVECHAIN / TANDEMS

- **Wheel Lugs & Rims:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No

### BLADE

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

## 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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