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Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Specs

The Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor is a powerful and reliable machine designed for efficient soil compaction. With a net power of 248 hp and operating weight of 49,353 lbs, this compactor is capable of handling various compaction tasks with ease. Featuring a Cat C7.1 ACERT engine, planetary powershift transmission, and advanced hydraulic system, the 815K offers precise control and superior performance. Equipped with front fixed and rear oscillating axles, hydraulic blade tilt functionality, and a sturdy drum design, this machine ensures optimal compaction results for construction and roadwork projects.


Axles

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Axles specifications
Front Planetary Fixed
Oscillation Angle 10 degrees
Rear Planetary Oscillating

Blades

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Blades specifications
Blade Tilt Angle - Left - Hydraulic 5.5 degrees
Blade Tilt Angle - Right - Hydraulic 4.8 degrees
Height - Including Cutting Edge 2.90 ft (0.88 m)
Maximum Depth of Cut 0.80 ft (0.24 m)
Maximum Lift Above Ground 2.70 ft (0.82 m)
Total Tilt Adjustment 2.20 ft (0.67 m)
Width - Over End Bits 12.40 ft (3.78 m)

Brakes

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Brakes specifications
Parking Brake Drum and Shoe Spring Applied Hydraulic Released

Cab - Standard

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Cab - Standard specifications
Operator Sound Level - ISO 6396 71 dB(A)

Cab - Suppression

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Cab - Suppression specifications
Operator Sound Level - ISO 6396 70 dB(A)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Ground Clearance - Bumper 2.20 ft (0.67 m)
Height - Top of Beacon 13.00 ft (3.96 m)
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Height - Top of Hood 8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle 5.50 ft (1.68 m)
Length - With Blade on Ground 23.50 ft (7.16 m)
Wheel Base 11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Width - Over Wheels 10.70 ft (3.26 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Engine specifications
Bore 4.10 in (10.41 cm)
Displacement 427.80 cu in (7,010.40 cu cm)
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards or meets U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards
Engine Model Cat C7.1 ACERT: configured for two emissions options
High Idle Speed 2270 rpm
Low Idle Speed 800 rpm
Maximum Altitude - Without Derating 9,842.60 ft (3,000.02 m)
Net Power 248.00 hp (184.94 kw)
Stroke 5.30 in (13.46 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Hydraulic System specifications
Main Relief Pressure 3190 psi
Maximum Supply Pressure 2930 psi

Hydraulic System - Steering

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Hydraulic System - Steering specifications
Bore 4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Maximum System Flow 147 L/min @ 2111 rpm (38.8 gal/min @ 2111 rpm)
Steering Pressure Limited 4003 psi
Steering System - Circuit Closed Center Load Sensing
Steering System - Pump Piston Variable Displacement
Stroke 23.50 in (59.69 cm)
Vehicle Articulation Angle 84 degrees

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Operating Specifications specifications
Operating Weight 49,353.00 lbs (22,386.17 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Service Refill Capacities specifications
Differential - Final Drives - Front 17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Engine Crankcase 5.30 gal (20.06 l)
Fuel Tank 132.10 gal (500.00 l)
Hydraulic Tank Only 19.80 gal (74.94 l)
Transmission 14.80 gal (56.02 l)

Transmission

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Transmission specifications
Transmission Type Planetary Powershift ECPC
Travel Speeds - Forward - First 4.20 mph (6.76 kph)
Travel Speeds - Forward - Second 7.50 mph (12.07 kph)
Travel Speeds - Reverse - First 4.80 mph (7.72 kph)
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Second 8.50 mph (13.68 kph)

Wheels

Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor Wheels specifications
Drum Diameter 3.40 ft (1.04 m)
Drum Width 3.30 ft (1.01 m)
Outside Diameter 4.70 ft (1.43 m)
Tips per Wheel 60
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