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Caterpillar 315D L Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 315D L ➔

The Caterpillar 315D L Excavator is a versatile and reliable machine designed for heavy-duty excavation work. With a maximum cutting height of 29.5 ft and a digging depth of 21.6 ft, this excavator is equipped to handle a variety of tasks with efficiency and precision. The powerful engine, operating weight of 38,095.9 lbs, and hydraulic system specifications make the Caterpillar 315D L a top choice for construction and earthmoving projects. Discover more about its capabilities and features in the detailed specs provided below.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	29 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth	19 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height	20 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	30 ft (9 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	28 ft (9 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	29 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth	20 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height	8 ft (2 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	29 ft (9 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	18 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	28 ft (9 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	29 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth	21 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height	21 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	29 ft (9 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	18 ft (5 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	28 ft (9 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	30 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth	22 ft (7 m)
Max Loading Height	22 ft (7 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	30 ft (9 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	19 ft (6 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	28 ft (9 m)

Bucket

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

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10 ft (3 m)
Length of Track on Ground	11 ft (3 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3 ft (1 m)
Tail Swing Radius	8 ft (3 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	9 ft (3 m)

Engine

Displacement	259 cu in (4,251 cu cm)
Engine Model	C4.2 ACERT
Flywheel Power	117 hp (87 kw)
Gross Power	122 hp (91 kw)
Net Power	115 hp (86 kw)

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6 gal (22 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	5 gal (18 l)
Fuel Capacity	79 gal (300 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	40 gpm (150 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	50 gal (190 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	5076.4 psi
Operating Weight	38,096 lbs (17,280 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	1 gal (3 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

10.2 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	35,295 lbs (16,010 kg)
Ground Pressure	6 psi
Max Travel Speed	4 mph (6 kph)
Shoe Size	24 in (60 cm)
Track Gauge	7 ft (2 m)

Weights

Operating Weight

36,817 lbs (16,700 kg)

Caterpillar 315D Ls currently for sale

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