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Caterpillar 815F2

Series: Caterpillar Compactor

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The Caterpillar Compactor series from Caterpillar includes the 815F2. The engine delivers 257 hp (173 kW). Rated speed is 2,100 rpm. The unladen weight is 20,755 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,352.8 mm. Ground clearance is 390.1 mm. The tank holds 446.3 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 88.2 litres. The cooling system holds 55.3 litres. The engine fitted is the C9 ACERT. The Caterpillar Compactor series covers 31 models. Rated output within it ranges from 22.8 to 569.8 hp; the 815F2 sits in the middle of that range with 257 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 816F Series 2 below it with 256.5 hp and the 816F above it with 257.5 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Road construction. 13 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelC9 ACERTcorrect
Power257 hp (173 kW)correct
Rated speed2,100 rpmcorrect
Coolant capacity55.3 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase3,352.8correct
Ground clearance390.1correct
Unladen weight20,755 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears3correct
Reverse gears3correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity88.2 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity446.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,349.8correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 8.3 kW/t (173 kW / 20.8 t)

Stronger than 82% 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 815F2 have?

The Caterpillar 815F2 delivers 257 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 815F2 weigh?

The unladen weight is 20,755 kg.

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.

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Other models in this series

518 Landfill

815

815B

815F

815F Series II

816

816B

816F

816F Series 2

816F Series II

825B

825C

Sources: [1]

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