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M315 Wheeled Excavator
Engine Power – ISO 14396:2002
148 hp
110 kW
Operating Weight Maximum
39680 lb
18000 kg
Maximum Travel Speed
21.7 mile/h
35 km/h
Overview
The Cat® M315 Wheeled Excavator provides top performance to get the job done faster. Save time and money with low maintenance costs, longer service intervals, and 100 percent daily ground level maintenance. The compact radius design makes it easy to work in space restricted environments. The M315 gives you the power to work longer while putting money in your pocket.
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Features
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Specifications
Engine
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Power – ISO 14396:2002 | 148 hp 110 kW |
| Engine Power – ISO 14396 (DIN) | 150 hp (metric) 150 hp (metric) |
| Engine Model | C4.4 C4.4 |
| Net Power – ISO 9249 | 145 hp 108 kW |
| Net Power – ISO 9249 (DIN) | 147 hp (metric) 147 hp (metric) |
| Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Displacement | 268.5 in³ 4.4 l |
| Stroke | 127 mm 5 in |
| Biodiesel Capability | Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹ |
| Emissions | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 emission standards. |
| Note (1) | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, CEM exhaust gas aftertreatment, alternator, and cooling fan with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, CEM exhaust gas aftertreatment, alternator, and cooling fan with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. |
| Note (2) | ¹Cat 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)* or 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. ¹Cat 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)* or 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. |
Hydraulic System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Main System – Maximum Flow – Implement | 73 gal/min 275 l/min |
| Maximum Pressure – Implement Circuit – Heavy Lift | 5366 psi 37000 kPa |
| Maximum Pressure – Implement Circuit – Travel Circuit | 5076 psi 35000 kPa |
| Maximum Pressure – Implement Circuit – Normal | 5076 psi 35000 kPa |
Swing Mechanism
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Swing Torque | 30340 ft·lbf 41 kN·m |
| Swing Speed | 9.1 r/min 9.1 r/min |
Machine Weight
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight Maximum | 39680 lb 18000 kg |
| Operating Weight Minimum | 34610 lb 15700 kg |
Service Refill Capacities
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 74 gal (US) 280 l |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) | 5.3 gal (US) 20 l |
| Cooling System | 24 l 6.3 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic Tank | 23.8 gal (US) 90 l |
| Hydraulic System – Including Tank | 58.1 gal (US) 220 l |
Transmission
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Travel Speed | 21.7 mile/h 35 km/h |
| Forward/Reverse – 1st Gear | 6.2 mile/h 10 km/h |
| Forward/Reverse – 2nd Gear | 21.7 mile/h 35 km/h |
| Creeper Speed – 1st Gear | 3.4 mile/h 5.5 km/h |
| Creeper Speed – 2nd Gear | 9.3 mile/h 15 km/h |
| Drawbar Pull | 23380 lbf 104 kN |
Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Boom | VA 5.2 m (17'1") VA 5.2 m (17'1") |
| Stick | 2.5m (8'2") 2.5m (8'2") |
| Bucket | GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³ ) GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³ ) |
| Shipping Height – Top of Cab | 10.9 ft 3280 mm |
| Support Point | 10.1 ft 3310 mm |
| Shipping Length | 25.1 ft 7880 mm |
| Tail Swing Radius | 5.9 ft 1750 mm |
| Counterweight Clearance | 4.2 ft 1260 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 1.5 ft 440 mm |
| Undercarriage Length | 16 ft 4870 mm |
| Wheel Base | 8.4 ft 2550 mm |
Working Ranges and Forces
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Boom Type | VA 5.2 m (17'1") VA 5.2 m (17'1") |
| Stick | 2.5m (8'2") 2.5m (8'2") |
| Bucket | GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³ ) GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³ ) |
| Dump Height | 25.2 ft 7680 mm |
| Cutting Height | 34.2 ft 10410 mm |
| Digging Height | 18.4 ft 5580 mm |
| Reach at Ground Level | 29.6 ft 8980 mm |
| Vertical Wall Digging Depth | 15 ft 4580 mm |
| Stick Forces (ISO) | 15961 lbf 71 kN |
| Bucket Forces (ISO) | 23830 lbf 106 kN |
Air Conditioning System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Note | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.144 metric tonnes. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.144 metric tonnes. |
Standard Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
CAB
- ROPS, sound suppression
- High-resolution 254 mm (10 in) LCD touchscreen monitor
BOOM AND STICKS
- 5.2 m (17’1″) variable adjustable boom
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- LED lights on chassis (left-hand, right-hand) and counterweight
- Programmable time-delay LED working lights
- Roading and indicator lights, front and rear
- Maintenance-free batteries
- Centralized electrical disconnect switch
ENGINE
- Cat C4.4 engine
- Power mode selector
- One-touch low idle with auto engine speed control
- Auto engine idle shutdown
- 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity
- -18°C (0°F) cold start capability
- Sealed double element air filter with integrated precleaner
- Electric fuel priming pump
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Automatic swing brake
- Auto hydraulic oil warm up
- Electronic main control valve
- Boom, stick, and bucket drift reduction valves
- 1-slider joystick
- Heavy lift mode
- Separate dedicated swing pump
- Adjustable hydraulic aggressiveness
- Electronic pattern changer
- Auxiliary high pressure circuit
SAFETY AND SECURITY
- Rear- and right-side-view cameras
- Wide angle mirrors
- Ground-level engine shutoff switch
- Anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts on service platform
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
- Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S•O•S)
- Integrated vehicle health management system
TECHNOLOGY
- VisionLink
- Remote Flash
- Remote Troubleshoot
UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES
- Creeper speed
- Electronic swing and travel lock
- Heavy-duty axles, advanced disc brake system and travel motor, adjustable braking force
- Oscillating front axle, lockable, with remote greasing point
- Automatic brake/axle lock
- 4000 kg (8,820 lb) counterweight
- All wheel drive
Optional Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
CAB
- Deluxe cab
- Premium cab
BOOM AND STICKS
- 2.2 m (7’3″) stick
- 2.5 m (8’2″) stick
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Electrical refueling pump
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- 2-slider joystick
- Second high-pressure auxiliary circuit (one/ two-way high-pressure flow)
- Medium pressure auxiliary circuit (one/two-way medium-pressure flow)
- Quick coupler circuit
- SmartBoom™
- Ride control
- Cat tiltrotator support
- Joystick steering
SAFETY AND SECURITY
- 360° visibility
- Cat asset tracker
- Signaling/warning horn
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
- Automatic lubrication system for implement and swing system
TECHNOLOGY
- Cat Grade Connectivity
- Cat Grade 2D
- Cat Grade with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
- Cat Grade 3D dual GNSS
- Laser catcher
- Grade Assist
- Cat Payload
- Cat Tilt Rotator (TRS) Integration
UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES
- 10.00-20 16 PR, dual tires
- 315/70R22.5, no gap dual tires
- 445/70R 19.5, single tires
- 300-80-22.5 dual pneumatic, spacerless tire
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