Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Specs

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

The Caterpillar 315B L Excavator offers a robust and versatile solution for various digging and loading operations. With impressive maximum cutting heights, digging depths, and loading heights, this machine excels in reaching challenging areas on job sites. Its powerful engine, hydraulic system capabilities, and ergonomic design make it a reliable choice for a range of construction projects. Whether tackling vertical wall digging or transporting materials efficiently, the Cat 315B L Excavator delivers top-notch performance and productivity.

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
Max Cutting Height	27.90 ft (8.50 m)
Max Digging Depth	17.50 ft (5.33 m)
Max Loading Height	19.50 ft (5.94 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	26.40 ft (8.05 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	14.50 ft (4.42 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2 specifications
Max Cutting Height	28.70 ft (8.75 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.80 ft (5.73 m)
Max Loading Height	20.20 ft (6.16 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	27.70 ft (8.44 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16.20 ft (4.94 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.20 ft (2.80 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	27.80 ft (8.47 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3 specifications
Max Cutting Height	29.30 ft (8.93 m)
Max Digging Depth	19.90 ft (6.07 m)
Max Loading Height	20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	28.70 ft (8.75 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17.60 ft (5.36 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	27.90 ft (8.50 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4 specifications
Max Cutting Height	29.50 ft (8.99 m)
Max Digging Depth	21.60 ft (6.58 m)
Max Loading Height	21.10 ft (6.43 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	30.00 ft (9.14 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	18.30 ft (5.58 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	28.00 ft (8.53 m)

Bucket

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Bucket specifications
Maximum Bucket Capacity	1.10 cu yd (0.84 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	0.50 cu yd (0.38 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	0.70 cu yd (0.54 cu m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height - Top of Cab	9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Length of Track on Ground	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.50 ft (1.07 m)
Tail Swing Radius	8.10 ft (2.47 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	8.50 ft (2.59 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator DRIVE SYSTEM specifications
Maximum Drawbar Pull	29,480.00 lbs (13,371.92 kg)
Travel Speed	3.40 mph (5.47 kph)

Engine

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Bore	3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement	305.00 cu in (4,998.07 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat 3046T Diesel Engine
Flywheel Power	99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Gross Power	102.00 hp (76.06 kw)
ISO 9249	99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Net Power	99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Power Measured @	2100 rpm
SAE J1349	99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Stroke	4.80 in (12.19 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Boom Cylinder - Bore	4.30 in (10.92 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke	47.00 in (119.38 cm)
Main Implement System - Maximum Flow (2x)	70.00 gpm (264.95 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Implements	4980 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing	3340 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel	4980 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore	4.80 in (12.19 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke	52.40 in (133.10 cm)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	3.50 gal (13.25 l)
Fuel Capacity	74.00 gal (280.09 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	69.80 gpm (264.19 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	49.70 gal (188.11 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4980 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	36,200.00 lbs (16,420.06 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	0.80 gal (3.03 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	5.00 gal (18.93 l)
Engine Oil	3.40 gal (12.87 l)
Final Drive - Each	0.70 gal (2.65 l)
Fuel Tank	74.00 gal (280.09 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	48.90 gal (185.09 l)
Hydraulic Tank	27.30 gal (103.33 l)
Swing Drive - Each	0.80 gal (3.03 l)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	10 rpm

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull	29,480.00 lbs (13,371.92 kg)
Ground Pressure	5.8 psi
Max Travel Speed	3.50 mph (5.63 kph)
Shoe Size	23.70 in (60.20 cm)
Track Gauge	6.60 ft (2.01 m)

Weights

Caterpillar 315B L Excavator Weights specifications
Operating Weight	37,000.00 lbs (16,782.94 kg)

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