M315 GC

Wheel Excavators M315 GC

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Key Specs

Engine Power - ISO 14396
125 hp
93 kW
Operating Weight Maximum
34390 lb
15600 kg
Maximum Travel Speed
23 mile/h
37 km/h

Overview

High Performance and Operator Comfort Every Day

The Cat M315 GC Wheeled Excavator helps increase your efficiency and productivity with comfort in the cab and easy-to-use controls so you get more work done every day. Low maintenance costs combined with fuel efficiency help put money back in your pocket.

Benefits

Designed for Daily Work

The M315 GC is easy to own and operate, providing the reliability and durability you expect from Cat® products.

High Performance

Operate with ease. Blade control on the joystick and auto-axle lock help you get more work done every day.

Enhance Comfort

The ergonomic control layout, touchscreen monitor, and improved visibility let you work comfortably and safely all shift long.

Product Specifications for M315 GC

Engine Power - ISO 14396 125 hp 93 kW
Engine Model Cat® C4.4 Cat® C4.4
Net Power - ISO 9249 121 hp 90 kW
Bore 4 in 105 mm
Displacement 269 in³ 4.4 l
Stroke 5 in 127 mm
Emissions Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
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. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system and alternator.
Note (2) ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel 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. * Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel 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. * Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Normal 5076 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Travel Circuit 5076 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Auxiliary Circuit - Swing Mechanism 3756 psi 25900 kPa
Main System - Maximum Flow - Implement 65 gal/min 245 l/min
Maximum Travel Speed 23 mile/h 37 km/h
Maximum Swing Speed 11.5 r/min 11.5 r/min
Operating Weight Maximum 34390 lb 15600 kg
Fuel Tank - Total Capacity 66 gal (US) 250 l
Cooling System 6 gal (US) 23 l
Engine Oil 4 gal (US) 15 l
Hydraulic Tank 26 gal (US) 98 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 61 gal (US) 230 l
Rear Axle - Housing (Differential) 3 gal (US) 11 l
Front Steering Axle - Differential 2 gal (US) 9 l
Final Drive 1 gal (US) 2 l
Powershift Transmission 1 gal (US) 3 l
Boom One-Piece Boom 4.65 m (15'3") One-Piece Boom 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick 2.5 m (8'2") 2.5 m (8'2")
Bucket GD 0.65 m³ (0.85 yd³) GD 0.65 m³ (0.85 yd³)
Shipping Length 25.8 ft 7877 mm
Support Point 10.6 ft 3220 mm
Tail Swing Radius 7.2 ft 2190 mm
Counterweight Clearance 4.1 ft 1264 mm
Shipping Height with Falling Object Guard 10.7 ft 3250 mm
Machine Width with Blade with 10.00-20 tires 8.4 ft 2550 mm
Upperframe Width 8.2 ft 2490 mm
Height in Roading Position 13 ft 3970 mm
Boom Type One-Piece Boom 4.65 m (15'3") One-Piece Boom 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick 2.5 m (8'2") 2.5 m (8'2")
Bucket GD 0.65 m³ (0.85 yd³) GD 0.65 m³ (0.85 yd³)
Cutting Height 28.8 ft 8763 mm
Maximum Loading Height 20.9 ft 6378 mm
Maximum Digging Depth 16.7 ft 5091 mm
Vertical Wall Digging Depth 13.8 ft 4198 mm
Maximum Reach at Ground Line 27.3 ft 8312 mm
Note The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1 kg (2.2 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes (1.340 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1 kg (2.2 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes (1.340 tons).

M315 GC Standard Equipment

Technology

  • VisionLink®

Electrical System

  • LED lights on boom and cab
  • Roading and indicator lights, front and rear
  • Maintenance free batteries
  • Centralized electrical disconnect switch

Engine

  • Cat® C4.4 single turbo diesel engine
  • Power mode selector
  • One-touch low idle with automatic engine speed control
  • Automatic engine idle shutdown
  • Work up to 3000 m (9,842 ft) above sea level without engine power de-rating
  • 52° C (125° F) high-ambient cooling capacity
  • Cold starting capability for –18° C (0° F)
  • Double element air filter with integrated pre-cleaner
  • Electric fuel priming pump

Hydraulic System

  • Boom and stick drift reduction valves
  • Electronic main control valve
  • Element type main hydraulic filter
  • Automatic swing brake
  • Adjustable hydraulic aggresiveness

Safety and Security

  • Rear-view camera
  • Signal/warning horn
  • Neutral lever (lock out) for all controls
  • Ground-level accessible secondary engine shutoff switch in cab
  • Anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts on service platform

Service and Maintenance

  • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports

Undercarriage and Structures

  • All wheel drive
  • Automatic brake/axle lock
  • Creeper speed
  • Electronic swing and travel lock
  • Heavy-duty axles, advanced disc brake system and travel motor, adjustable braking force
  • Oscillating front axle, lockable, with remote greasing point
  • 10.00-20 16 PR, dual tires
  • Steps, left and right, with tool box in undercarriage
  • Two-piece drive shaft
  • Two speed hydrostatic transmission
  • Fenders, front and rear, steel
  • 2600 kg (5,730 lb) counterweight

M315 GC Optional Equipment

Note

  • Standard and Optional Equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Boom, Sticks and Linkages

  • 4.4 m (14'5") One-piece short boom
  • 4.65 m (15'3") One-piece boom
  • 2.2 m (7'3'') stick
  • 2.5 m (8'2") stick
  • Bucket linkage; 312-type without lifting eye

Electrical System

  • LED lights on chassis and counterweight (left and right-hand-side)
  • 1-slider joystick
  • Electrical refueling pump

Engine

  • Radiator screen

Hydraulic System

  • Advanced Tool Control (one/two way high-pressure flow)
  • Quick coupler circuit for Cat Pin Grabber and CW dedicated
  • Boom and stick lowering check valves

Safety and Security

  • Right-side-view camera
  • Travel alarm
  • Rotating beacon on cab and chassis
  • Cat Asset tracker
  • Operator Protective Guards (OPG)

Undercarriage and Structures

  • Drive shaft guard

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