CATERPILLAR M315C CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Caterpillar M315C is a wheeled excavator engineered for versatility and high-performance mobile digging operations. Powered by a turbocharged 3054E diesel engine, this machine delivers 124 horsepower and 368.8 foot-pounds of torque, enabling efficient operation across diverse jobsites. The excavator features a powershift transmission with two forward and reverse gears, reaching maximum travel speeds of 21.2 mph, facilitating rapid repositioning between work areas. Its operating weight reaches 36,707 pounds, with a fuel capacity of 62.1 gallons and a comprehensive hydraulic system containing 60.8 gallons of fluid and providing 21.2 gallons per minute of pump flow. The M315C offers multiple boom and stick configurations to accommodate varying project demands. Option 1 achieves a maximum cutting height of 33 feet and digging depth of 18.4 feet, while Option 2 extends capabilities to 34.1 feet cutting height and 20 feet digging depth. The swing mechanism operates at 10.5 rpm with 29,576 foot-pounds of torque, enabling precise load positioning. Bucket capacities range from 0.4 to 1.2 cubic yards, providing flexibility for different material handling requirements. Dimensional specifications include a tail swing radius of 7.3 feet, wheelbase of 8.3 feet, and ground clearance of 1.3 feet. The excavator accommodates 10.00-20 16PR tires and maintains a maximum steering angle of 32 degrees with an oscillating axle capable of 18-degree angles. These specifications make the M315C suitable for construction, demolition, landscaping, and material handling applications requiring both mobility and precision digging capability.