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M315 Wheeled Excavator

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
C4.4
Net Power - ISO 9249:
145hp

Overview

The Cat® M315 Wheeled Excavator provides top performance to get the job done faster. Save time and money with low maintenance costs, longer service intervals, and 100 percent daily ground level maintenance. The compact radius design makes it easy to work in space restricted environments. The M315 gives you the power to work longer while putting money in your pocket.

Engine

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002:
148hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN):
150hp (metric)
Engine Model:
C4.4
Net Power - ISO 9249:
145hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN):
147hp (metric)
Bore:
4.1in
Displacement:
268.5in³
Stroke:
127mm
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 cleaner, CEM exhaust gas aftertreatment, alternator, and cooling fan with engine speed at 2,200 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 - Implement:
73gal/min
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Heavy Lift:
5366psi
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Travel Circuit:
5076psi
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Normal:
5076psi

Swing Mechanism

Maximum Swing Torque:
30340ft·lbf
Swing Speed:
9.1r/min

Machine Weight

Operating Weight Maximum:
39680lb
Operating Weight Minimum:
34610lb

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank:
74gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF):
5.3gal (US)
Cooling System:
24l
Hydraulic Tank:
23.8gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank:
58.1gal (US)

Transmission

Maximum Travel Speed:
21.7mile/h
Forward/Reverse - 1st Gear:
6.2mile/h
Forward/Reverse - 2nd Gear:
21.7mile/h
Creeper Speed - 1st Gear:
3.4mile/h
Creeper Speed - 2nd Gear:
9.3mile/h
Drawbar Pull:
23380lbf

Dimensions

Boom:
VA 5.2 m (17'1")
Stick:
2.5m (8'2")
Bucket:
GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³ )
Shipping Height - Top of Cab:
10.9ft
Support Point:
10.1ft
Shipping Length:
25.1ft
Tail Swing Radius:
5.9ft
Counterweight Clearance:
4.2ft
Ground Clearance:
1.5ft
Undercarriage Length:
16ft
Wheel Base:
8.4ft

Working Ranges and Forces

Boom Type:
VA 5.2 m (17'1")
Stick:
2.5m (8'2")
Bucket:
GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³ )
Dump Height:
25.2ft
Cutting Height:
34.2ft
Digging Height:
18.4ft
Reach at Ground Level:
29.6ft
Vertical Wall Digging Depth:
15ft
Stick Forces (ISO):
15961lbf
Bucket Forces (ISO):
23830lbf

Air Conditioning System

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

Standard Equipment

note

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

cab

  • ROPS, sound suppression
  • High-resolution 254 mm (10 in) LCD touchscreen monitor

boom and sticks

  • 5.2 m (17'1") variable adjustable boom

electrical system

  • LED lights on chassis (left-hand, right-hand) and counterweight
  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights
  • Roading and indicator lights, front and rear
  • Maintenance-free batteries
  • Centralized electrical disconnect switch

engine

  • Cat C4.4 engine
  • Power mode selector
  • One-touch low idle with auto engine speed control
  • Auto engine idle shutdown
  • 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity
  • -18°C (0°F) cold start capability
  • Sealed double element air filter with integrated precleaner
  • Electric fuel priming pump

hydraulic system

  • Automatic swing brake
  • Auto hydraulic oil warm up
  • Electronic main control valve
  • Boom, stick, and bucket drift reduction valves
  • 1-slider joystick
  • Heavy lift mode
  • Separate dedicated swing pump
  • Adjustable hydraulic aggressiveness
  • Electronic pattern changer
  • Auxiliary high pressure circuit

safety and security

  • Rear- and right-side-view cameras
  • Wide angle mirrors
  • Ground-level engine shutoff switch
  • Anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts on service platform

service and maintenance

  • Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S•O•S)
  • Integrated vehicle health management system

technology

  • VisionLink
  • Remote Flash
  • Remote Troubleshoot

undercarriage and structures

  • Creeper speed
  • Electronic swing and travel lock
  • Heavy-duty axles, advanced disc brake system and travel motor, adjustable braking force
  • Oscillating front axle, lockable, with remote greasing point
  • Automatic brake/axle lock
  • 4000 kg (8,820 lb) counterweight
  • All wheel drive

Optional Equipment

note

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

cab

  • Deluxe cab
  • Premium cab

boom and sticks

  • 2.2 m (7'3") stick
  • 2.5 m (8'2") stick

electrical system

  • Electrical refueling pump

hydraulic system

  • 2-slider joystick
  • Second high-pressure auxiliary circuit (one/ two-way high-pressure flow)
  • Medium pressure auxiliary circuit (one/two-way medium-pressure flow)
  • Quick coupler circuit
  • SmartBoom™
  • Ride control
  • Cat tiltrotator support
  • Joystick steering

safety and security

  • 360° visibility
  • Cat asset tracker
  • Signaling/warning horn

service and maintenance

  • Automatic lubrication system for implement and swing system

technology

  • Cat Grade Connectivity
  • Cat Grade 2D
  • Cat Grade with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
  • Cat Grade 3D dual GNSS
  • Laser catcher
  • Grade Assist
  • Cat Payload
  • Cat Tilt Rotator (TRS) Integration

undercarriage and structures

  • 10.00-20 16 PR, dual tires
  • 315/70R22.5, no gap dual tires
  • 445/70R 19.5, single tires
  • 300-80-22.5 dual pneumatic, spacerless tire