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Caterpillar 315B Excavator

The Caterpillar 315B Excavator boasts impressive specifications for various boom/stick options, including maximum cutting heights, digging depths, and loading heights. With a powerful engine and robust hydraulic system, this excavator offers efficient operation for a range of construction tasks. From its compact dimensions to its sturdy undercarriage, the Caterpillar 315B is designed to deliver reliable performance on the job site. This excavator is equipped with features like a turbocharged engine, high hydraulic pressure capabilities, and comfortable cab environment for operators. Explore the detailed specifications of the Caterpillar 315B Excavator to see how it can enhance your construction projects.


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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height27.90 ft (8.50 m)
Max Digging Depth17.50 ft (5.33 m)
Max Loading Height19.50 ft (5.94 m)
Max Reach Along Ground26.40 ft (8.05 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth14.50 ft (4.42 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height28.70 ft (8.75 m)
Max Digging Depth18.80 ft (5.73 m)
Max Loading Height20.20 ft (6.16 m)
Max Reach Along Ground27.70 ft (8.44 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth16.20 ft (4.94 m)
Shipping Height of Unit9.20 ft (2.80 m)
Shipping Length of Unit27.80 ft (8.47 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height29.30 ft (8.93 m)
Max Digging Depth19.90 ft (6.07 m)
Max Loading Height20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Max Reach Along Ground28.70 ft (8.75 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth17.60 ft (5.36 m)
Shipping Height of Unit9.40 ft (2.87 m)
Shipping Length of Unit27.90 ft (8.50 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height29.50 ft (8.99 m)
Max Digging Depth21.60 ft (6.58 m)
Max Loading Height21.10 ft (6.43 m)
Max Reach Along Ground30.00 ft (9.14 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth18.30 ft (5.58 m)
Shipping Length of Unit28.00 ft (8.53 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity1.10 cu yd (0.84 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity0.50 cu yd (0.38 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity0.70 cu yd (0.54 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height - Top of Cab9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Length of Track on Ground9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance3.50 ft (1.07 m)
Tail Swing Radius8.10 ft (2.47 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks8.20 ft (2.50 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Maximum Drawbar Pull30,340.00 lbs (13,762.01 kg)
Travel Speed3.40 mph (5.47 kph)

Engine

AspirationTurbocharged
Bore3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement305.00 cu in (4,998.07 cu cm)
Engine ModelCat 3046T Diesel Engine
Flywheel Power99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Gross Power99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
ISO 924999.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Net Power99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Power Measured @2100 rpm
SAE J134999.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Stroke4.70 in (11.94 cm)

Hydraulic System

Boom Cylinder - Bore4.30 in (10.92 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke47.00 in (119.38 cm)
Bucket Cylinder - Bore3.90 in (9.91 cm)
Bucket Cylinder - Stroke41.00 in (104.14 cm)
Main Implement System - Maximum Flow (2x)35.00 gpm (132.48 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Implements4980 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing3340 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel4980 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore4.70 in (11.94 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke52.40 in (133.10 cm)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Engine Oil Capacity3.50 gal (13.25 l)
Fuel Capacity74.00 gal (280.09 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity69.80 gpm (264.19 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity49.70 gal (188.11 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure4980 psi
Operating Voltage24 volts
Operating Weight34,800.00 lbs (15,785.03 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity0.80 gal (3.03 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System4.50 gal (17.03 l)
Engine Oil3.50 gal (13.25 l)
Final Drive - Each0.90 gal (3.41 l)
Fuel Tank74.00 gal (280.09 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank49.60 gal (187.74 l)
Hydraulic Tank27.70 gal (104.84 l)
Swing Drive - Each0.80 gal (3.03 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed10.1 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull29,480.00 lbs (13,371.92 kg)
Ground Pressure7.1 psi
Max Travel Speed3.50 mph (5.63 kph)
Shoe Size19.70 in (50.04 cm)
Track Gauge6.60 ft (2.01 m)

Weights

Operating Weight36,400.00 lbs (16,510.78 kg)
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