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Caterpillar 315C Excavator Specs

The Caterpillar 315C Excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed for a variety of digging and loading tasks. With options for different boom/stick configurations, this excavator offers impressive specifications including a maximum digging depth of up to 21.6 feet and a maximum reach along the ground of 30 feet. The reliable 3046 T engine provides a gross power of 115 horsepower, ensuring efficient performance on the job site. Operating specifications such as a 39.6 gpm hydraulic pump flow capacity and a 4980 psi hydraulic system relief valve pressure further enhance the excavator's capabilities. Built with durability and efficiency in mind, the Caterpillar 315C Excavator is a top choice for construction and excavation projects.


Boom/Stick 1

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Boom/Stick 1 specifications
Boom/Stick 1 Boom 16'9" (5100mm)/Stick 7'5" (2250mm)
Max Cutting Height 28.66 ft (8.74 m)
Max Digging Depth 18.72 ft (5.71 m)
Max Loading Height 20.18 ft (6.15 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 27.63 ft (8.42 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth 16.18 ft (4.93 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit 9.45 ft (2.88 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit 27.79 ft (8.47 m)

Boom/Stick 2

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Boom/Stick 2 specifications
Boom/Stick 2 Boom 16'9" (5100mm)/Stick 8'6" (2600mm)
Max Cutting Height 29.24 ft (8.91 m)
Max Digging Depth 19.87 ft (6.06 m)
Max Loading Height 20.74 ft (6.32 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 28.68 ft (8.74 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth 17.51 ft (5.34 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit 9.45 ft (2.88 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit 27.89 ft (8.50 m)

Boom/Stick 3

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Boom/Stick 3 specifications
Boom/Stick 3 Boom 16'9" (5100mm)/Stick 10'2" (3100mm)
Max Cutting Height 29.43 ft (8.97 m)
Max Digging Depth 21.51 ft (6.56 m)
Max Loading Height 21.04 ft (6.41 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 29.99 ft (9.14 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth 18.28 ft (5.57 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit 9.81 ft (2.99 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit 27.96 ft (8.52 m)

Buckets

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Buckets specifications
Maximum Bucket Capacity 1.2 cu yd
Minimum Bucket Capacity 0.5 cu yd
Reference Bucket Capacity 0.8 cu yd

Dimensions

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.51 ft (0.46 m)
Height To Top Of Cab 9.45 ft (2.88 m)
Length Of Track On Ground 9.45 ft (2.88 m)
Tail Swing Radius 8.04 ft (2.45 m)
Width To Outside Of Tracks 8.50 ft (2.59 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Engine specifications
Displacement 304.60 cu in (4,991.51 cu cm)
Engine Make 2236
Engine Model 3046 T
Gross Power 115.00 hp (85.76 kw)
Net Power 110.00 hp (82.03 kw)

Operational

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage 55 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 5.90 gal (22.33 l)
Engine Oil Capacity 5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Fuel Capacity 75.30 gal (285.01 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 Weight 36,160.00 lbs (16,401.92 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity 0.80 gal (3.03 l)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed 10.2 rpm
Swing Torque 31,700.00 lbs ft (42,978.86 nm)

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 315C Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull 33,721.35 lbs (15,295.77 kg)
Ground Pressure 6.1 psi
Max Travel Speed 3.42 mph (5.50 kph)
Shoe Size 23.63 in (60.02 cm)
Track Gauge 6.53 ft (1.99 m)
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