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Caterpillar 215D LC Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 215D LC ➔

The Caterpillar 215D LC Excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed for various excavation tasks. With maximum cutting heights ranging from 26.1 to 26.9 feet and maximum digging depths from 17.1 to 20.4 feet, this excavator offers impressive reach capabilities. Equipped with a turbocharged engine producing 125 horsepower and a hydraulic system with a flow capacity of 87.8 gpm, the 215D LC is built for efficiency and productivity on job sites. Additionally, its sturdy undercarriage and reliable swing mechanism ensure smooth operation and stability during use.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	26.30 ft (8.02 m)
Max Digging Depth	17.10 ft (5.21 m)
Max Loading Height	18.40 ft (5.61 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	27.50 ft (8.38 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	11.20 ft (3.41 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	29.30 ft (8.93 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	26.10 ft (7.96 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.50 ft (5.64 m)
Max Loading Height	18.40 ft (5.61 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	28.50 ft (8.69 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	11.30 ft (3.44 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	29.40 ft (8.96 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	26.90 ft (8.20 m)
Max Digging Depth	20.40 ft (6.22 m)
Max Loading Height	19.20 ft (5.85 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	30.30 ft (9.24 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	13.00 ft (3.96 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11.10 ft (3.38 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	29.50 ft (8.99 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	1.40 cu yd (1.07 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	0.60 cu yd (0.46 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	1.00 cu yd (0.76 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.50 ft (1.07 m)
Tail Swing Radius	8.80 ft (2.68 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	8.00 ft (2.44 m)

Engine

Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	427.20 cu in (7,000.57 cu cm)
Engine Model	3304
Net Power	125.00 hp (93.21 kw)
Power Measured @	1800 rpm

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.20 gal (27.25 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Fuel Capacity	71.40 gal (270.25 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	87.80 gpm (332.32 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	79.30 gal (300.15 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4800 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	43,938.20 lbs (19,930.06 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	7.70 gal (29.14 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

6.7 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	33,047.00 lbs (14,989.89 kg)
Ground Pressure	7.8 psi
Max Travel Speed	2.20 mph (3.54 kph)
Number of Shoes per Side	51
Shoe Size	19.70 in (50.04 cm)
Track Gauge	6.30 ft (1.92 m)

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