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Caterpillar 315F L Excavator

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

The Caterpillar 315F L is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 15-ton class, designed for general earthmoving, utility work, site preparation, and material handling. It features a compact tail swing design, a fuel-efficient Cat diesel engine, and hydraulic systems engineered for smooth control and digging performance. The 315F L is commonly used in construction, roadwork, trenching, and landscaping applications where maneuverability and productivity are important. Available with multiple boom and stick configurations, the model supports a range of buckets and attachments. The Caterpillar 315F L is part of the F Series excavator lineup and is known for serviceability, operator comfort, and durability.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Digging Depth	19.50 ft (5.94 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	28.50 ft (8.69 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Maximum Drawbar Pull	25,400.00 lbs (11,521.26 kg)
Maximum Travel Speed	3.40 mph (5.47 kph)

Engine

Bore	4.10 in (10.41 cm)
Displacement	270.00 cu in (4,424.52 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C4.4 ACERT
Flywheel Power	97.00 hp (72.33 kw)
Net Power	97.00 hp (72.33 kw)
Stroke	5.00 in (12.70 cm)

Hydraulic System

Main System - Maximum Flow - Total	67.00 gpm (253.60 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment	4420 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing	3340 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel	5080 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Flow	4.80 gpm (18.17 lpm)
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure	600 psi

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	7.40 gal (28.01 l)
Final Drive - Each	0.80 gal (3.03 l)
Fuel Tank Capacity	47.00 gal (177.90 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	42.30 gal (160.11 l)
Hydraulic Tank	22.20 gal (84.03 l)

Swing

Swing Speed	11.5 rpm
Swing Torque	22,790.00 lbs ft (30,898.68 nm)

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