M315 - Tier 4 / Stage V

Wheel Excavators M315 - Tier 4 / Stage V

Tier 4 / Stage V

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Key Specs

Engine Power - ISO 14396
148 hp
110 kW
Operating Weight Maximum
39680 lb
18000 kg
Maximum Travel Speed
21.7 mile/h
35 km/h

Overview

High Performance and Versatility in a Compact Machine

The Cat® M315 Wheel Excavator offers performance features and versatility to help you get more work done every day. With easy-to-use controls, a comfortable cab, and long service intervals, the M315 helps save you time and money. The compact radius design helps make it easy to work in space restricted environments.

Benefits

High Performance

Work fast with help from the small front and tail swing radius and optional Cat Payload and Grade with Assist technologies, along with versatility with the Cat tiltrotator (TRS) integration.

Easy to Maintain

Long life filters for fuel, hydraulic oil, and air, 100 percent daily ground level check, and centralized grease points with an autolube option help lower your overall costs.

Operator Comfort

Operate with ease. Deluxe and Premium cab options with an ergonomic control layout and high visibility help you work comfortably all shift long.

Product Specifications for M315 - Tier 4 / Stage V

Engine Power - ISO 14396 148 hp 110 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) 150 hp (metric) 150 hp (metric)
Engine Model Cat® C4.4 Cat® C4.4
Net Power - ISO 9249 141 hp 105 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) 143 hp (metric) 143 hp (metric)
Bore 4.1 in 105 mm
Stroke 5 in 127 mm
Displacement 268.5 in³ 4.4 l
Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Note (1) Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, Clean Emission Module (CEM) exhaust gas aftertreatment, alternator, and cooling fan running at intermediate speed. Rated speed 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, Clean Emission Module (CEM) exhaust gas aftertreatment, alternator, and cooling fan running at intermediate speed. Rated speed 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.
Operating Weight Maximum 39680 lb 18000 kg
Operating Weight Minimum 34610 lb 15700 kg
Note (1) Operating weight includes full fuel tank, operator, General Duty (GD) bucket, and dual pneumatic tires. Weight varies depending on configuration. Typical configurations include 2.5 m (8'2") stick and 4000 kg (8,820 lb) counterweight. Operating weight includes full fuel tank, operator, General Duty (GD) bucket, and dual pneumatic tires. Weight varies depending on configuration. Typical configurations include 2.5 m (8'2") stick and 4000 kg (8,820 lb) counterweight.
Maximum Travel Speed 21.7 mile/h 35 km/h
Main System - Maximum Flow - Implement 73 gal/min 275 l/min
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Normal 5076 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Heavy Lift 5366 psi 37000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Travel Circuit 5076 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Swing Speed* 9.1 r/min 9.1 r/min
Maximum Swing Torque 28860 lbf·ft 39 kN·m
Note (1) *For CE-marked machine default value may be set lower. *For CE-marked machine default value may be set lower.
Fuel Tank 74 gal (US) 280 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) 5.3 gal (US) 20 l
Cooling System 6.3 gal (US) 24 l
Hydraulic Tank 24.3 gal (US) 92 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 58.1 gal (US) 220 l
Boom Variable Adjustable Boom 5.02 m (16'6") Variable Adjustable Boom 5.02 m (16'6")
Stick 2.2 m (7'3") 2.2 m (7'3")
Bucket GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³) GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³)
Shipping Height - Top of Cab 10.8 ft 3280 mm
Shipping Length 27.9 ft 8500 mm
Support Point 11.4 ft 3480 mm
Tail Swing Radius 5.7 ft 1750 mm
Counterweight Clearance 4.1 ft 1260 mm
Ground Clearance 1.1 ft 335 mm
Undercarriage Length 16 ft 4870 mm
Wheel Base 8.4 ft 2550 mm
Boom Variable Adjustable Boom 5.02 m (16'6") Variable Adjustable Boom 5.02 m (16'6")
Stick 2.2 m (7'3") 2.2 m (7'3")
Bucket GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³) GD 0.76 m³ (0.99 yd³)
Maximum Cutting Height 33.3 ft 10140 mm
Maximum Loading Height 24.3 ft 7400 mm
Maximum Digging Depth 17.4 ft 5290 mm
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 13.9 ft 4250 mm
Maximum Reach at Ground Line 28.5 ft 8680 mm
Stick Forces (ISO) 15961 lbf 71 kN
Bucket Forces (ISO) 23830 lbf 106 kN
Note (1) Range values are with dual pneumatic tires (10.00-20). Range values are calculated with a GD bucket (CW) and CW quick coupler with a tip radius of 1387 mm (4'7"). Force values are calculated with heavy lift on, a GD bucket (pin-on) and a tip radius of 1224 mm (4'0"). Range values are with dual pneumatic tires (10.00-20). Range values are calculated with a GD bucket (CW) and CW quick coupler with a tip radius of 1387 mm (4'7"). Force values are calculated with heavy lift on, a GD bucket (pin-on) and a tip radius of 1224 mm (4'0").
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 (1.8 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.144 metric tonnes (1.261 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.8 kg (1.8 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.144 metric tonnes (1.261 tons).
Recyclability 95% 95%

M315 - Tier 4 / Stage V Standard Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

  • Sound-suppressed ROPS cab
  • Keyless push-to-start engine control
  • Height-adjustable console, infinite with no tool
  • High-resolution 254 mm (10 in) LCD touchscreen monitor

BOOM AND STICKS

  • 5.2 m (17'1") Variable Adjustable Boom

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights
  • Roading and indicator lights, front and rear
  • Maintenance-free batteries
  • Centralized electrical disconnect switch
  • LED lights on chassis (left-hand, right-hand) and counterweight

ENGINE

  • Power mode selector
  • One-touch low idle with automatic engine speed control
  • Automatic engine idle shutdown
  • 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity
  • Cold start capability -18°C (0°F)
  • Double element air filter with integrated pre-cleaner

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Automatic hydraulic oil warm up
  • Heavy lift mode
  • Boom, stick, and bucket drift reduction valves
  • One-slider joystick

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Rear and right-side-view cameras
  • Wide angle mirrors
  • Lockable disconnect switch
  • Anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts on service platform

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Integrated vehicle health management system
  • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports

TECHNOLOGY

  • VisionLink
  • Remote Flash and Remote Troubleshoot

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • Automatic brake/axle lock
  • All wheel drive
  • 4000 kg (8,820 lb) counterweight

M315 - Tier 4 / Stage V Optional Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

  • Operator Protective Guards (OPG)

BOOM AND STICKS

  • 2.2 m (7'3") stick
  • 2.5 m (8'2") stick

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Electrical refueling pump

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom/stick lowering check valves
  • Bucket cylinder check valves
  • Two-slider joystick
  • Joystick steering

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Signaling/warning horn
  • 360° visibility
  • Inspection lighting
  • 2D E-fence
  • Cab avoidance

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Automatic lubrication system for implement and swing system

TECHNOLOGY

  • Cat Grade with 2D
  • Cat Grade with 2D with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
  • Laser catcher
  • Cat Grade 3D ready
  • Cat Grade Connectivity
  • Cat Grade with Assist
  • Cat Payload
  • Cat Tiltrotator (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 (Europe only)

Compatible Technology and Services

Leverage Caterpillar connected data and security principles to improve efficiencies, increase productivity and make your business more profitable.

  • Cat Remote Flash

    Remote Flash sends an alert from your Cat dealer, prompting you to update the software on your machine. To minimize downtime, updates can be deployed while on the jobsite without having to wait for a dealer technician to arrive. Remote flash decreases maintenance time and keeps your asset running with maximum efficiency.

  • Cat Remote Troubleshooting

    Remote Troubleshoot allows your Cat dealer to run testing while the machine is operating. Once the problem is identified, a technician can fix it with the correct parts and tools the first time, saving time and money. Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency.

  • VisionLink®

    VisionLink® is a cloud-based software application that takes the guesswork out of fleet management with key insights to maximize performance - regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer. Receive equipment data seamlessly to your desktop or mobile device, all from a convenient centralized solution to make informed decisions at every turn.

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Remote Flash sends an alert from your Cat dealer, prompting you to update the software on your machine. To minimize downtime, updates can be deployed while on the jobsite without having to wait for a dealer technician to arrive. Remote flash decreases maintenance time and keeps your asset running with maximum efficiency.

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Remote Troubleshoot allows your Cat dealer to run testing while the machine is operating. Once the problem is identified, a technician can fix it with the correct parts and tools the first time, saving time and money. Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency.

Explore Technology

VisionLink® is a cloud-based software application that takes the guesswork out of fleet management with key insights to maximize performance - regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer. Receive equipment data seamlessly to your desktop or mobile device, all from a convenient centralized solution to make informed decisions at every turn.

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M315 Wheel Excavator digging on the side of the road

M315 Wheel Excavator loading dirt in a truck

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M315 Wheel Excavator silhouette
M315 Wheel Excavator in a compact area
M315 Wheel Excavator digging with a bucket
M315 Wheel Excavator loading dirt in a truck
M315 Wheel Excavator digging on the side of the road
M315 Wheel Excavator digging on the side of the road
M315 Wheel Excavator loading dirt in a truck
M315 Wheel Excavator moving material with a bucket

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