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Caterpillar 315B Excavator

The Caterpillar 315B Excavator boasts impressive specifications for various boom/stick options, including maximum cutting heights, digging depths, and loading heights. With a powerful engine and robust hydraulic system, this excavator offers efficient operation for a range of construction tasks. From its compact dimensions to its sturdy undercarriage, the Caterpillar 315B is designed to deliver reliable performance on the job site. This excavator is equipped with features like a turbocharged engine, high hydraulic pressure capabilities, and comfortable cab environment for operators. Explore the detailed specifications of the Caterpillar 315B Excavator to see how it can enhance your construction projects.


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General Specifications

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height28 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth18 ft (5 m)
Max Loading Height20 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground26 ft (8 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth15 ft (4 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height29 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth19 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height20 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground28 ft (8 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth16 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit9 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit28 ft (8 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height29 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth20 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height21 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground29 ft (9 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth18 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit9 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit28 ft (9 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height30 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth22 ft (7 m)
Max Loading Height21 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground30 ft (9 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth18 ft (6 m)
Shipping Length of Unit28 ft (9 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity1 cu yd (1 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity1 cu yd (0 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity1 cu yd (1 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab10 ft (3 m)
Length of Track on Ground10 ft (3 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance4 ft (1 m)
Tail Swing Radius8 ft (2 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks8 ft (2 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Maximum Drawbar Pull30,340 lbs (13,762 kg)
Travel Speed3 mph (5 kph)

Engine

AspirationTurbocharged
Bore4 in (9 cm)
Displacement305 cu in (4,998 cu cm)
Engine ModelCat 3046T Diesel Engine
Flywheel Power99 hp (74 kw)
Gross Power99 hp (74 kw)
ISO 924999 hp (74 kw)
Net Power99 hp (74 kw)
Power Measured @2100 rpm
SAE J134999 hp (74 kw)
Stroke5 in (12 cm)

Hydraulic System

Boom Cylinder - Bore4 in (11 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke47 in (119 cm)
Bucket Cylinder - Bore4 in (10 cm)
Bucket Cylinder - Stroke41 in (104 cm)
Main Implement System - Maximum Flow (2x)35 gpm (132 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Implements4980 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing3340 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel4980 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore5 in (12 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke52 in (133 cm)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity5 gal (19 l)
Engine Oil Capacity4 gal (13 l)
Fuel Capacity74 gal (280 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity70 gpm (264 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity50 gal (188 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure4980 psi
Operating Voltage24 volts
Operating Weight34,800 lbs (15,785 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity1 gal (3 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System5 gal (17 l)
Engine Oil4 gal (13 l)
Final Drive - Each1 gal (3 l)
Fuel Tank74 gal (280 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank50 gal (188 l)
Hydraulic Tank28 gal (105 l)
Swing Drive - Each1 gal (3 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed10.1 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull29,480 lbs (13,372 kg)
Ground Pressure7.1 psi
Max Travel Speed4 mph (6 kph)
Shoe Size20 in (50 cm)
Track Gauge7 ft (2 m)

Weights

Operating Weight36,400 lbs (16,511 kg)