The Caterpillar M315F is a wheeled excavator in Caterpillar's M Series lineup, designed for road work, utility projects, municipal maintenance, and general earthmoving. It is powered by a Caterpillar diesel engine and uses a hydraulic system optimized for digging, lifting, trenching, and material handling. The M315F typically features a cab with operator controls, boom and stick configurations for varied attachments, and a wheeled undercarriage for travel between job sites. Common applications include construction, infrastructure repair, landscaping, and site preparation. The model is known for mobility, versatility, and compatibility with multiple work tools.
General Specifications
Caterpillar M315F Excavator General Specifications specifications
Engine
C4.4 ACERT — Starting 2021 Model Year
Max Travel Speed
19.00 mph (30.58 kph) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Net Power
150.00 hp (111.86 kw) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight
36,972.00 lbs (16,770.24 kg) — Starting 2021 Model Year
DRIVE SYSTEM
Caterpillar M315F Excavator DRIVE SYSTEM specifications
Maximum Travel Speed
19.00 mph (30.58 kph)
Engine
Caterpillar M315F Excavator Engine specifications
Bore
4.10 in (10.41 cm)
Displacement
268.50 cu in (4,399.94 cu cm)
Emissions
Meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards.
Engine Model
Cat C4.4 ACERT with Twin Turbo
Engine Power - Maximum Gross - ISO 14396
117 kW (157 [159]*)
Engine Power - Maximum Net - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
112 kW (150 [152]*)
Maximum Torque - 1,400 rpm
523.00 lbs ft (709.08 nm)
Net Power
150.00 hp (111.86 kw)
Note
*Metric values.
Ratings
1800 rpm
Stroke
5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar M315F Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Maximum Flow - Auxiliary Circuit - High Pressure
58.00 gpm (219.53 lpm)
Maximum Flow - Auxiliary Circuit - Medium Pressure
12.70 gpm (48.07 lpm)
Maximum Flow - Implement/Travel Circuit
58.00 gpm (219.53 lpm)
Maximum Flow - Swing Mechanism
18.50 gpm (70.02 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Auxiliary Circuit - High Pressure
5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Auxiliary Circuit - Medium Pressure
2683 psi
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Heavy Lift
5439 psi
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Normal and Travel Circuit
5076 psi
Swing Mechanism
4786 psi
System
64.70 gal (244.89 l)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar M315F Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
