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Caterpillar 315 Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 315 ➔

The Caterpillar 315 is a compact hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's excavator lineup, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, utility work, site preparation, and material handling. It is typically used on construction, landscaping, municipal, and infrastructure projects where maneuverability and efficient digging performance are required. The 315 features a crawler undercarriage, hydraulic boom and stick system, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. Depending on model year and configuration, it may be equipped with different engine, attachment, and technology options. The Caterpillar 315 is commonly selected for applications that require a balance of digging depth, lifting capability, and transportability.

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General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)	19.7 (6.0) Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach ft. (m)	28.5 (8.7) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine	C3.6 Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)	108 (80.9) Starting 2025 Model Year
Max Digging Depth	19.6 ft ft (5.97 m) Starting 2023 Model Year
Net Power	108.00 hp (80.54 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	34,000.00 lbs (15,422.16 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	34,000 (15,400) Starting 2025 Model Year

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