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Caterpillar
815 Soil Compactor
Gross Power (SAE J1995:2014)
284 hp
212 kW
Net Power (SAE J1349:2011)
249 hp
186 kW
Net Power (ISO 9249:2007)
249 hp
186 kW
Overview
Designed with durability built in, the Cat 815 ensures maximum availability through multiple life cycles. Designed and manufactured for optimum performance and serviceability, this rugged, powerful machine delivers heavy-duty compaction and dozing.
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Specifications
Engine
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Gross Power (SAE J1995:2014) | 284 hp 212 kW |
| Net Power (SAE J1349:2011) | 249 hp 186 kW |
| Net Power (ISO 9249:2007) | 249 hp 186 kW |
| Engine Power (ISO 14396:2002) | 275 hp 205 kW |
| Emissions | Option 1 - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V Option 1 - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V |
| Engine Model | Cat® C7.1 Cat® C7.1 |
| Rated Speed | 2200 r/min 2200 r/min |
| Torque Rise | 52% 52% |
| Note (1) | Net power available at flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, aftertreatment, and alternator with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Net power available at flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, aftertreatment, and alternator with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. |
| Emissions | Option 2 - Brazil MAR-1, emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Option 2 - Brazil MAR-1, emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA |
| Rated Speed | 2200 r/min 2200 r/min |
| Net Power – ISO 9249:2007 | 249 hp 186 kW |
| Gross Power – SAE J1995:2014 | 286 hp 213 kW |
| Peak Torque ( 1,400 rpm ) | 749 lbf·ft 1016 N·m |
| Torque Rise | 26 % 26 % |
| Note (2) | Net power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler, and alternator with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Net power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler, and alternator with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. |
| Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Stroke | 5.3 in 135 mm |
| Displacement | 427.8 in³ 7.01 l |
| High Idle Speed | 2270 r/min 2270 r/min |
| Low Idle Speed | 800 r/min 800 r/min |
| Maximum Altitude – Without Derating | 9842.5 ft 3000 m |
Operating Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) | 49652 lb 22522 kg |
| Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent) | 49013 lb 22232 kg |
Transmission
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Transmission Type | Cat Planetary Power Shift Cat Planetary Power Shift |
| Travel Speeds – Forward – First | 3.9 mile/h 6.3 km/h |
| Travel Speeds – Forward – Second | 6.7 mile/h 10.8 km/h |
| Travel Speeds – Forward – Third | 11.3 mile/h 18.2 km/h |
| Travel Speeds – Reverse – First | 4.5 mile/h 7.2 km/h |
| Travel Speeds – Reverse – Second | 7.7 mile/h 12.4 km/h |
| Travel Speeds – Reverse – Third | 11.4 mile/h 18.4 km/h |
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Lift/Tilt System – Circuit | Pilot operated Load Sensing valve with EH Pilot operated Load Sensing valve with EH |
| Lift/Tilt System | Variable displacement piston Variable displacement piston |
| Maximum Flow at 2,200 rpm | 23.5 gal/min 89 l/min |
| Relief Valve Setting – Lift/Tilt | 3190 psi 22000 kPa |
| Cylinders, Double Acting: Lift, Bore, Stroke | 101.6 mm x 627 mm (4.0 in x 24.7 in) 101.6 mm x 627 mm (4.0 in x 24.7 in) |
| Cylinders, Double Acting: Left and Right Tilt, Bore, Stroke | 101.6 mm x 167 mm (4.0 in x 6.6 in) 101.6 mm x 167 mm (4.0 in x 6.6 in) |
| Pilot System | Open center, fixed displacement gear Open center, fixed displacement gear |
| Pilot Relief Valve Setting | 3046 psi 21000 kPa |
Hydraulic System - Steering
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Steering System – Circuit | Pilot, Load Sensing Pilot, Load Sensing |
| Steering System – Pump | Piston – Variable Displacement Piston – Variable Displacement |
| Maximum Flow at 2,200 rpm | 38.8 gal/min 147 l/min |
| Relief Valve Setting – Steering | 4003 psi 27600 kPa |
| Total Steering Angle | 84° 84° |
| Steering Cycle Times – High Idle | 3 s 3 s |
| Steering Cycle Times – Low Idle | 8.2 s 8.2 s |
Service Refill Capacities
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 132.1 gal (US) 500 l |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank | 4.2 gal (US) 16 l |
| Cooling Systems – Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V | 21.4 gal (US) 81 l |
| Cooling System – Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent | 19.3 gal (US) 73 l |
| Engine Crankcase | 5.3 gal (US) 20 l |
| Transmission | 14.8 gal (US) 56 l |
| Differential – Final Drives – Front | 17.2 gal (US) 65 l |
| Differential – Final Drives – Rear | 17.2 gal (US) 65 l |
| Hydraulic Tank Only | 19.8 gal (US) 75 l |
| Note | Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) * • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, API CK-4, and/or ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) that meets all requirements defined in ISO 22241-1:2006. Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) * • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, API CK-4, and/or ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) that meets all requirements defined in ISO 22241-1:2006. |
Axles
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Front | Planetary – Fixed Planetary – Fixed |
| Rear | Planetary – Oscillating Planetary – Oscillating |
| Oscillation Angle | ±10 ±10 |
Braking System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | Single Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL Single Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL |
| Parking Brake | Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released |
Air Conditioning System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.717 metric tonnes (2.994 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.717 metric tonnes (2.994 tons). |
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 112 dB(A) 112 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*** | 109 dB(A) 109 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*,*** | 70 dB(A) 70 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** | 107 dB(A) 107 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives” * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives” |
| Note (2) | ** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC.” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701 ** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC.” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701 |
| Note (3) | ***Sound suppression equipped ***Sound suppression equipped |
| Note (4) | The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 100 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 100 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. |
| Note (5) | The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 100 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 100 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. |
| Note (6) | Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. |
Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 112 dB(A) 112 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*** | 70 dB(A) 70 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*** | 110 dB(A) 110 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | ***Sound suppression equipped ***Sound suppression equipped |
| Note (2) | The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 100 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 100 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. |
| Note (3) | The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 100 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 100 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. |
| Note (4) | Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. |
Blades
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 2.69 yd³ 2.06 m³ |
| Overall Width | 12.3 ft 3761 mm |
| Height | 2.8 ft 860 mm |
| Digging Depth | 0.7 ft 222 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 2.6 ft 802 mm |
| Maximum Tilt | 1.1 ft 346 mm |
| Turning Radius – Outside Corner of Blade | 21.1 ft 6437 mm |
| Turning Radius – Inside Face of Pusharm | 8.3 ft 2520 mm |
| Weight | 1764 lb 800 kg |
| Total Operating Weight | 49652 lb 22522 kg |
Wheels
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 9720 lb 4409 kg |
| Outside Diameter | 55.6 in 1412 mm |
| Drum Diameter | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Drum Width | 39 in 991 mm |
| Tips per Row | 12 12 |
| Tips per Wheel | 60 60 |
| Replaceable | Weld On Weld On |
| Width – Over Drums | 127.7 in 3243 mm |
| Width Between Drums | 49.6 in 1261 mm |
| Tip Height | 7.5 in 192 mm |
Dimensions (Approximate)
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Height – Top of Beacon | 12.9 ft 3933 mm |
| Height – Top of Cab Roof | 12 ft 3650 mm |
| Height – Top of Exhaust Pipe | 11.1 ft 3394 mm |
| Height – Top of Hood | 8.6 ft 2616 mm |
| Height to Top of Radiator Guard | 7.9 ft 2405 mm |
| Ground Clearance to Hitch | 1.2 ft 365 mm |
| Ground Clearance to Transmission Guard | 1.2 ft 375 mm |
| Ground Clearance to Bottom of Bumper | 2.2 ft 665 mm |
| Centerline of Rear Axle to Bumper | 6.5 ft 1990 mm |
| Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle | 5.5 ft 1675 mm |
| Wheel Base | 11 ft 3350 mm |
| Width over Platform | 10.3 ft 3140 mm |
| Height to Top of GPS Antenna | 12.1 ft 3701 mm |
Standard Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
POWERTRAIN
- Advanced Productivity Electronic Control System (APECS)
- Air-to-air aftercooler
- Axles – standard open front and rear
- Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, wet multiple disc service brakes
- Cat clean emission module (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V only)
- Electro-hydraulic parking brake
- Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC)
- Engine, Cat C7.1 configured for two emissions options: Tier 4 Final/Stage V or emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
- Engine driven cooling fan – suction
- Fuel priming pump (electric)
- Fuel-to-air cooler
- Ground level engine shutdown
- Muffler (under hood) (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent only)
- Radiator, unit core
- Starting aid (ether)
- Throttle lock
- Torque converter
- Transmission, planetary, with 3F/3R speed range control
ELECTRICAL
- Alarm, back-up
- Alternator, 150 amp
- Batteries, maintenance-free
- Electrical system, 24V
- Ground level lockable battery disconnect switch
- Lights, directional (rear)
- Lights, warning switched (LED strobe)
- Lighting system, (front and rear)
- Starter, electric
- Auxiliary start receptacle
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- 12V power port for mobile phone or laptop connection
- Air conditioner
- Cab, sound-suppressed pressurized
- Cab door, sliding window (LH)
- Cab glass, laminated and tinted, rubber mounted
- Camera, rear vision
- Cat Compaction Control (ready)
- Cat Detect: Object Detection (ready)
- Coat and hard hat hooks
- Fingertip shifting controls
- Flip-up armrest
- Heater and defroster
- Horn, electric
- Electro-hydraulic controls – seat mounted
- Implement hydraulic lockout
- Instrumentation, gauges: – Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) level (Tier 4 Final/Stage V only) – Engine coolant temperature – Fuel level – Hydraulic oil temperature – Speedometer/tachometer – Torque converter temperature
- Instrumentation, warning indicators: – Action alert system, three categories – Brake oil pressure – Electrical system, low voltage – Engine failure malfunction alert and action lamp – Parking brake status
- Light, (dome) cab
- Lunchbox and beverage holders
- Mirror, internal (panoramic)
- Radio ready for entertainment: – Antenna – Speakers – Converter (12V, 10-15 amp)
- Precleaner (cab): – powered
- Premium plus seat containing forced air heating and cooling, 2-way thigh adjustment, power lumbar and back bolster adjustment, ride stiffness adjustment, dynamic end dampening, and leather finish
- Seat belt with minder, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
- Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) system with lockout
- Sun visor, front
- Transmission gear (indicator)
- Vital Information Management System (VIMS™): – Graphical information display – External data port – Customizable operator profiles – Event indicator light on rear grill
- Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear): – Intermittent wipers (front and rear)
WHEELS AND CLEANER BARS
- Wheels, tamping foot
- Standard Tips
GUARDS
- Guards, crankcase and powertrain
- Guard, driveshaft
FLUIDS
- Antifreeze, premixed 50% concentration extended life (–34° C/–29° F)
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- Doors, service access (locking)
- Ecology drains for engine, radiator, transmission, hydraulic tank
- Engine, crankcase, 500 hour interval with CJ-4 oil
- Emergency egress
- Fire suppression ready
- Fuel tank, 500 L (132.1 gal)
- Hitch, drawbar with pin
- Hoses, Cat XT™
- Hydraulic, engine, and transmission oil coolers
- Oil change system, high speed
- Oil sampling valves
- Steering, load sensing
- Total hydraulic filtration system
- Vandalism protection caplocks
- Venturi stack
SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
- Engine Precleaners – turbine
FUEL SYSTEMS
- Fuel tank – non-fast
Optional Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
- Compaction control, basic
- Product Link™: – cellular, satellite
OTHER ATTACHMENTS
- Sound suppression – low (required for Brazil)
- Sound suppression – EU (required for EU)
FLUIDS
- Antifreeze, –50° C (–58° F)
MISCELLANEOUS
- CE/UKCA Certification (standard where regulations require it)
- Plate – year of manufacture
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Cat Compact RTK Mapping (available through SITECH only)
- Mirrors, standard or heated, rearview (externally mounted)
- Radio, AM/FM/AUX/USB/BLUETOOTH®
- Radio, CB (ready)
WHEELS AND CLEANER BARS
- Abrasive Tips
POWERTRAIN
- Heater, engine coolant, 120V
- Heater, engine coolant, 240V
- Axles – open front no-spin rear
FUEL SYSTEMS
- Fuel tank – fast fill
ELECTRICAL
- Lights: – Standard or LED
SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
- Engine precleaners – dual stage
BLADES
- Manual tilt – straight blade
- Hydraulic tilt – straight blade