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Net Power - ISO 9249: 108 hp / 80.9 kW
Operating Weight: 34000 lb / 15400 kg
Maximum Digging Depth: 19.6 ft / 5990 mm

The Cat®315 excavator offers superior performance in a compact design. Standard, easy-to-use Cat technologies boost operator efficiencies and improve jobsite productivity while a large, ergonomic cab provides a comfortable working environment. Combined with simplified maintenance points, the 315 keeps you working, quickly and efficiently.

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Engine
Net Power - ISO 9249	108 hp / 80.9 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN)	110 hp (metric)
Engine Model	Cat C3.6
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002	110 hp / 82 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN)	111 hp (metric)
Bore	4 in / 98 mm
Stroke	5 in / 120 mm
Displacement	220 in³ / 3.6 l
Biodiesel Capability	Up to B20¹
Emissions	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 intake system, exhaust system and alternator with engine speed at 2,400 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.

Hydraulic System
Main System - Maximum Flow	276 l/min (73 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment	5075 psi / 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Travel	5075 psi / 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Swing	3770 psi / 26000 kPa

Swing Mechanism
Swing Speed	12 r/min
Maximum Swing Torque	25815 ft·lbf / 35 kN·m

Weights
Operating Weight	34000 lb / 15400 kg

Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity	49 gal (US) / 187 l
Cooling System	4 gal (US) / 15 l
Engine Oil	2 gal (US) / 8 l
Final Drive - Each	1 gal (US) / 3 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	22.5 gal (US) / 85 l
Hydraulic Tank	19 gal (US) / 72 l
DEF Tank	6 gal (US) / 21 l

Dimensions
Boom	Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick	Reach R3.0 m (9'10")
Bucket	GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³)
Shipping Height - Top of Cab	9.2 ft / 2810 mm
Handrail Height	9.3 ft / 2860 mm
Shipping Length	24.7 ft / 7530 mm
Shipping Length - with Blade	26.5 ft / 8090 mm
Tail Swing Radius	5.1 ft / 1570 mm
Counterweight Clearance	2.8 ft / 880 mm
Ground Clearance	1.4 ft / 440 mm
Track Length	12.3 ft / 3750 mm
Length to Center of Rollers	9.9 ft / 3040 mm
Track Gauge	6.5 ft / 1990 mm
Transport Width	8.1 ft / 2490 mm

Working Ranges & Forces
Maximum Digging Depth	19.6 ft / 5990 mm
Boom	Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick	Reach R3.0 m (9'10")
Bucket	GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level	28.5 ft / 8690 mm
Maximum Cutting Height	31.7 ft / 9690 mm
Maximum Loading Height	23.6 ft / 7220 mm
Minimum Loading Height	6.8 ft / 2080 mm
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom	19 ft / 5810 mm
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16.9 ft / 5180 mm
Minimum Working Equipment Radius	7.3 ft / 2240 mm
Bucket Digging Force - ISO	22180 lbf / 98.67 kN
Stick Digging Force - ISO	13330 lbf / 59.29 kN

Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.8 hg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.144 metric tonnes.

Sustainability
Recyclability	95%

Standard Equipment

NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
CAB
- Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)
- Air suspension heated seat, 254 mm (10") touchscreen monitor
CAT TECHNOLOGIES
- VisionLink®
- Remote Flash
- Remote Troubleshoot
- Cat Grade with 2D
- Cat Assist
- Cat Payload
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Maintenance free battery
- LED chassis light, left-side/right-side boom lights, cab lights
- Programmable time-delay LED working lights
ENGINE
- Cat C3.6 single turbo diesel engine
- One-touch low idle with auto engine speed control
- Auto engine shutdown
- 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity without de-rate
- -25°C (-13°F) cold start capability
- Electric fuel priming pump
- Variable speed fan
- Single fuel filtration system
- Double element air filter with integrated precleaner
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Boom and stick regeneration circuit
- Auto hydraulic warm up
- Auto two speed travel
- Electric main control valve
- Boom and stick drift reduction valve
- Electric boom snubber
SAFETY AND SECURITY
- Ground-level engine shutoff switch
- Service platform with anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts
- Signaling/warning horn
- 2D E-Fence
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
- Grouped engine oil and fuel filters
- Ground-level engine oil dipstick
- Integrated vehicle health management system
- Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S)
UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES
- Grease lubricated track link
- Tie down points on base frame
- 3830 kg (8,440 lb) counterweight

Optional Equipment

NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
BOOM AND STICKS
- 4.65 m (15'3") Reach boom
- 2.4 m (7'8") stub + 2.44 (8'0") fore Variable Angle boom
- 4.27 m (14'4") Power Offset boom
- 2.2 m (7'3") Reach stick
- 2.5 m (8'2") Reach stick
- 3.0 m (9'10") Reach stick
- 2.8 m (9'2") Reach stick
- 2.8 m (9'2") Thumb Ready stick
CAB
- Cat Stick Steer
- Auxiliary relay
CAT TECHNOLOGIES
- VisionLink Productivity
- Cat Grade 2D with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
- Cat Grade with 3D (single or dual GNSS)
- Operator Coaching
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- 360° lighting
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Boom and stick lowering check valves
SAFETY AND SECURITY
- Cat Detect - People Detection
- Cat Command remote control
- 360° visibility
- Swing alarm
- Inspection lighting
- Rear and right-side-view cameras
UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES
- 500 mm (20 in) triple grouser shoes
- 500 mm (20") rubber track shoes
- 500 mm (20 in) triple grouser shoes with rubber pad
- 600 mm (24 in) triple grouser shoes
- 600 mm (24") rubber track shoes
- 700 mm (28 in) triple grouser shoes
- 2500 mm (8'2") blade
- 2600 mm (8'6") blade
- 2700 mm (8'10") blade

Grade

<p>Cat® Grade technologies combine digital design data, in-cab guidance, and automatic controls to enhance grading accuracy, reduce rework, and lower costs related to production earthmoving and rough, fine and finish grade applications.</p><p>Whether you're working on simple planes and slopes or complex contour designs, Grade technologies enable you to boost grading efficiency by as much as 50%, helping you get more work done – in less time and at a lower cost – than ever before.</p>

Model
Cat Grade with 2D for Excavators
Cat Grade with 3D for Excavators

Detect

On the surface, operators in the cabs of large mining equipment often cannot see if another machine or vehicle is too close for safe operation. Detect helps alleviate this potential safety hazard and can also be configured to provide valuable information about site conditions and other assets working in the area. Underground, continuous equipment movement on a longwall face can pose risks to those in the working area.

Model
Cat 2D E-fence for Excavators

Command

Combining the Fleet, Terrain, Detect and Health capabilities of Cat® MineStar™ System, Command enables you to implement remote control, semi-autonomous or fully autonomous mining equipment systems - offering unprecedented improvements in operator safety, equipment availability and site productivity.

Model
Cat Command Remote Control for Construction

Equipment Management

Cat® Equipment Management gives you access to the data you need to keep your equipment on the job site and earning money. You can track equipment location and hours, monitor machine use and health, then take informed action that will keep your operation running smoothly, efficiently and profitably.

Model
VisionLink®
Cat Inspect
Cat Product Link

Payload

Cat® Payload technologies provide on-the-go load weighing to assist operators with hitting precise load targets every time, helping to reduce load times, optimize loading efficiency and increase jobsite productivity. Operators can track daily productivity from the cab, with quick access to information such as truck target weights, loads and cycle counts, material movement and daily totals. When combined with Cat Link technologies, detailed data can be accessed remotely to manage overall operations and keep production targets on track.

Model
Cat Payload for Excavators

GC Hammers

Cat® hammers make short work of your demolition, construction, and quarry needs. Combine the simple, lightweight design of the GC Hammer series with the reliability, durability, and value you expect from Cat products. The result is a low cost per hour solution providing the consistent power and performance you need.

Model	Blows per Minute	Minimum Operating Weight	Rated Flow - Minimum
H110 GC S	450 to 650	2599 lb / 1179 kg	21 gal/min / 80 l/min
H115 GC S	450 to 800	3098 lb / 1405 kg	24 gal/min / 90 l/min

Performance Hammers

Cat® hydraulic hammers make short work of your demolition, construction, quarry and production breaking needs. Cat Hammers are high performance breakers, designed to help you get the most from your Cat excavators.

Model	Blows per Minute	Minimum Operating Weight	Rated Flow - Minimum
H110 S	450 to 1000	2090 lb / 950 kg	16 gal/min / 60 l/min
H115 S	370 to 800	2354 lb / 1070 kg	19 gal/min / 70 l/min

Assist

Cat® Assist technologies are advanced onboard systems designed to enhance operators' confidence, speed, and accuracy, regardless of their experience level. By integrating automation and user-friendly interfaces, Cat Assist helps reduce operator fatigue and the risk of errors, allowing operators to efficiently perform tasks such as loading, digging, and grading.

Model
Cat Grade Assist for Excavators

Productivity

VisionLink® Productivity is a cloud-based application that is scalable to any size operation. Detailed Cat Production Measurement data, machine data and jobsite data are transmitted from the onboard Cat Product Link™ device directly to the web platform, for you to access wherever you are, via your mobile, tablet or desktop device.

Model
VisionLink® Productivity
Operator Coaching for Excavators

Technology Kits

Caterpillar provides solutions to help customers in any industry improve efficiency and enhance safety.

Model
Cat® Grade Connectivity for Grade with 3D

Vibratory Plate Compactors

Vibratory action and dynamic force provides excellent compaction in a compact size.

Model	Impulse Force	Cycles/Minimum	Base Plate Width
CVP75	16508 lb / 74 kN	2200	29 in / 737 mm

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