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315 Hydraulic Excavator

At a glance data:

Net Power - ISO 9249:
108hp
Engine Model:
Cat C3.6
315 Lifting Jersey Barrier

Overview

The Cat® 315 excavator offers superior performance in a compact design. Standard, easy-to-use Cat technologies boost operator efficiencies and improve jobsite productivity while a large, ergonomic cab provides a comfortable working environment. Combined with simplified maintenance points, the 315 keeps you working, quickly and efficiently.

Engine

Net Power - ISO 9249:
108hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN):
110hp (metric)
Engine Model:
Cat C3.6
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002:
110hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN):
111hp (metric)
Bore:
4in
Stroke:
5in
Displacement:
220in³
Biodiesel Capability:
Up to B20¹
Emissions:
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 emission standards.
Note (1):
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system and alternator with engine speed at 2,400 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2):
¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels.Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations“ (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer).** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.

Hydraulic System

Main System - Maximum Flow:
276 l/min (73 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment:
5075psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel:
5075psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing:
3770psi

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed:
12r/min
Maximum Swing Torque:
25815ft·lbf

Weights

Operating Weight:
34000lb

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity:
49gal (US)
Cooling System:
4gal (US)
Engine Oil:
2gal (US)
Final Drive - Each:
1gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank:
22.5gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank:
19gal (US)
DEF Tank:
6gal (US)

Dimensions

Boom:
Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick:
Reach R3.0 m (9'10")
Bucket:
GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³)
Shipping Height - Top of Cab:
9.2ft
Handrail Height:
9.3ft
Shipping Length:
24.7ft
Shipping Length - with Blade:
26.5ft
Tail Swing Radius:
5.1ft
Counterweight Clearance:
2.8ft
Ground Clearance:
1.4ft
Track Length:
12.3ft
Length to Center of Rollers:
9.9ft
Track Gauge:
6.5ft
Transport Width:
8.1ft

Working Ranges and Forces

Maximum Digging Depth:
19.6ft
Boom:
Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick:
Reach R3.0 m (9'10")
Bucket:
GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level:
28.5ft
Maximum Loading Height:
23.6ft
Minimum Loading Height:
6.8ft
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom:
19ft
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth:
16.9ft
Minimum Working Equipment Radius:
7.3ft
Bucket Digging Force - ISO:
22180lbf
Stick Digging Force - ISO:
13330lbf

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning:
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.8 hg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.144 metric tonnes.

Sustainability

Recyclability:
95%

Standard Equipment

note

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

cab

  • Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)
  • Air suspension heated seat, 254 mm (10") touchscreen monitor

cat technologies

  • VisionLink®
  • Remote Flash
  • Remote Troubleshoot
  • Cat Grade with 2D
  • Cat Assist
  • Cat Payload

electrical system

  • Maintenance free battery
  • LED chassis light, left-side/right-side boom lights, cab lights
  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights

engine

  • Cat C3.6 single turbo diesel engine
  • One-touch low idle with auto engine speed control
  • Auto engine shutdown
  • 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity without de-rate
  • -25°C (-13°F) cold start capability
  • Electric fuel priming pump
  • Variable speed fan
  • Single fuel filtration system
  • Double element air filter with integrated precleaner

hydraulic system

  • Boom and stick regeneration circuit
  • Auto hydraulic warm up
  • Auto two speed travel
  • Electric main control valve
  • Boom and stick drift reduction valve
  • Electric boom snubber

safety and security

  • Ground-level engine shutoff switch
  • Service platform with anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts
  • Signaling/warning horn
  • 2D E-Fence

service and maintenance

  • Grouped engine oil and fuel filters
  • Ground-level engine oil dipstick
  • Integrated vehicle health management system
  • Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S)

undercarriage and structures

  • Grease lubricated track link
  • Tie down points on base frame
  • 3830 kg (8,440 lb) counterweight

Optional Equipment

note

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

boom and sticks

  • 4.65 m (15'3") Reach boom
  • 2.4 m (7'8") stub + 2.44 (8'0") fore Variable Angle boom
  • 4.27 m (14'4") Power Offset boom
  • 2.2 m (7'3") Reach stick
  • 2.5 m (8'2") Reach stick
  • 3.0 m (9'10") Reach stick
  • 2.8 m (9'2") Reach stick
  • 2.8 m (9'2") Thumb Ready stick

cab

  • Cat Stick Steer
  • Auxiliary relay

cat technologies

  • VisionLink Productivity
  • Cat Grade 2D with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
  • Cat Grade with 3D (single or dual GNSS)
  • Operator Coaching

electrical system

  • 360° lighting

hydraulic system

  • Boom and stick lowering check valves

safety and security

  • Cat Detect - People Detection
  • Cat Command remote control
  • 360° visibility
  • Swing alarm
  • Inspection lighting
  • Rear and right-side-view cameras

undercarriage and structures

  • 500 mm (20 in) triple grouser shoes
  • 500 mm (20") rubber track shoes
  • 500 mm (20 in) triple grouser shoes with rubber pad
  • 600 mm (24 in) triple grouser shoes
  • 600 mm (24") rubber track shoes
  • 700 mm (28 in) triple grouser shoes
  • 2500 mm (8'2") blade
  • 2600 mm (8'6") blade
  • 2700 mm (8'10") blade