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Caterpillar 315C L Excavator

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

The Caterpillar 315C L is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 315C series, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, utility work, and site preparation. As a compact-to-mid-size excavator, the 315C L features a long undercarriage for improved stability and reduced ground pressure compared with standard configurations. It is commonly equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic boom and stick system, and a cab designed for operator visibility and control. The model is used in construction, landscaping, and municipal applications where digging depth, reach, and maneuverability are required. The 315C L is part of Caterpillar's tracked excavator lineup.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

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	27.60 ft (8.41 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16.20 ft (4.94 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	27.90 ft (8.50 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

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	17.50 ft (5.33 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	28.00 ft (8.53 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	29.50 ft (8.99 m)
Max Digging Depth	21.50 ft (6.55 m)
Max Loading Height	21.00 ft (6.40 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	30.00 ft (9.14 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	18.30 ft (5.58 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.90 ft (3.02 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	28.00 ft (8.53 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	1.20 cu yd (0.92 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	0.50 cu yd (0.38 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	0.80 cu yd (0.61 cu m)

Dimensions

Digging Depth	21.00 ft (6.40 m)
Digging Reach	21.00 ft (6.40 m)
Ground Clearance	1.50 ft (0.46 m)
Height - Top of Cab	9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Length of Track on Ground	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Tail Swing Radius	8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	8.50 ft (2.59 m)

Engine

Displacement	305.00 cu in (4,998.07 cu cm)
Engine Model	3046T
Gross Power	115.00 hp (85.76 kw)
Net Power	110.00 hp (82.03 kw)
Power Measured @	1800 rpm

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.80 gal (21.95 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	5.00 gal (18.93 l)
Fuel Capacity	75.00 gal (283.88 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	39.60 gpm (149.89 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	50.20 gal (190.01 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4980 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	0.80 gal (3.03 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

10.2 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	34,620.00 lbs (15,703.39 kg)
Ground Pressure	5.7 psi
Max Travel Speed	3.40 mph (5.47 kph)
Shoe Size	24.00 in (60.96 cm)

Caterpillar 315C Ls currently for sale

A 2005 Caterpillar 315C L From Sargent's Equipment & Repair Services for $75,000.00 USD

A 2006 Caterpillar 315C L From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

A 2003 Caterpillar 315C L From Brookside Equipment Sales for $57,500.00 USD

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