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The Caterpillar 315 is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's medium-size excavator range, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and utility work. It is commonly used in construction, infrastructure, and landscaping applications where a balance of digging power, reach, and transportability is required. The Cat 315 typically features a fuel-efficient diesel engine, advanced hydraulic controls, and an operator cab designed for visibility and comfort. Depending on configuration and model year, it may be equipped with multiple boom, stick, and undercarriage options, as well as technology features for grade control and machine monitoring.
| 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 |