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Caterpillar 815

Series: Caterpillar Compactor

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The Caterpillar 815 belongs to the Caterpillar Compactor series. The engine delivers 172.4 hp (126.8 kW), with a displacement of 10,500.8 cm³. The unladen weight is 18,170 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,102.9 mm. Ground clearance is 268.2 mm. Top speed is 13 km/h. The tank holds 352 litres. The gearbox has 4 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. The engine fitted is the 3,306. The Caterpillar Compactor series covers 31 models. Rated output within it ranges from 22.8 to 569.8 hp; the 815 sits in the lower part of that range with 172.4 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 936 Landfill below it with 136.9 hp and the 815B above it with 219 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Road construction. 12 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3,306correct
Power172.4 hp (126.8 kW)correct
Displacement10,500.8 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase3,102.9correct
Ground clearance268.2correct
Unladen weight18,170 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears4correct
Top speed13 km/hcorrect

Working data

Fuel tank capacity352 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,401.6correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 7 kW/t (127 kW / 18.2 t)

Stronger than 64% of the compaction equipment in the register — out of 223 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 815 have?

The Caterpillar 815 delivers 172 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 815 weigh?

The unladen weight is 18,170 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 815 have?

10,501 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Caterpillar 815 go?

Top speed is 13 km/h.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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Other models in this series

518 Landfill

815B

815F

815F Series II

815F2

816

816B

816F

816F Series 2

816F Series II

825B

825C

Sources: [1]

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