Among the key figures for the Caterpillar 12k grader (2017-2026) are below-average engine power at 165 hp (123 kW) and below-average weight at 37,016 lb (16.8 t). Its published travel speed is 29 mph (46.6 km/h).
Specification profile
2017-2026
Weight: 37,016 lb (16.8 t)Engine power: 165 hp (123 kW)Travel speed: 29 mph (46.6 km/h)Engine speed at max torque: 1,000 rpm
37,016 lb (16.8 t)Weight
165 hp (123 kW)Engine power
29 mph (46.6 km/h)Travel speed
1,000 rpmEngine speed at max torque
650 lb-ft (881 Nm)Maximum torque
8.14 ft (2.48 m)Transport width
12.1 ft (3.7 m)Mouldboard Width
11 ft (3.35 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
165 hp (123 kW)
Low 64.4 hp (48 kW)Typical 216 hp (161 kW)High 512 hp (382 kW)
Engine power is below the typical figure.
Weight
Below average
37,016 lb (16.8 t)
Low 20,062 lb (9.1 t)Typical 41,689 lb (18.9 t)High 145,152 lb (65.8 t)
Weight is below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
29 mph (46.6 km/h)
Low 22.4 mph (36 km/h)Typical 26.6 mph (42.8 km/h)High 32 mph (51.5 km/h)
Travel speed is above the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Below average
650 lb-ft (881 Nm)
Low 460 lb-ft (624 Nm)Typical 778 lb-ft (1,055 Nm)High 1,306 lb-ft (1,771 Nm)
Maximum torque is below the typical figure.
Transport width
Below average
8.14 ft (2.48 m)
Low 5.92 ft (1.8 m)Typical 9.05 ft (2.76 m)High 14.2 ft (4.32 m)
Transport width is below the typical figure.
Transport height
Average
11 ft (3.35 m)
Low 10 ft (3.06 m)Typical 11.3 ft (3.43 m)High 13.5 ft (4.1 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
Bilateral Levelling AutomaticNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Front BladeNO
Rear RipperNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 12k grader |
| Model year / production | 2017-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power165 hp (123 kW)
Maximum torque650 lb-ft (881 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,000 rpm
Travel speed29 mph (46.6 km/h)
Dimensions
Mouldboard Width12.1 ft (3.7 m)
Transport height11 ft (3.35 m)
Transport length27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Transport width8.14 ft (2.48 m)
Outside turning radius24.6 ft (7.5 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight37,016 lb (16.8 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke105×127 mm
Displacement1.9 US gal (7.2 L)
Emission levelU.S. EPA Tier 3 / EU IIIA or Tier 2 / EU II
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC7 Acert
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres14.00-24 12PR (G-2)
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Bilateral Levelling AutomaticNo
Front BladeNo
Rear RipperNo

