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Caterpillar M315

Series: Caterpillar Mobile Excavator

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The Caterpillar Mobile Excavator series from Caterpillar includes the M315. The engine delivers 123.6 hp (90.9 kW), with a displacement of 3,990.3 cm³. The wheelbase measures 2,502.4 mm. Ground clearance is 378 mm. The tank holds 240.4 litres. The pump delivers 300.2 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 210.1 litres. Working pressure is 329.9 bar. The engine fitted is the 3054 TA. Tyre size: dual 10-20 16PR. The Caterpillar Mobile Excavator series covers 23 models. Rated output within it ranges from 72.1 to 176.4 hp; the M315 sits in the middle of that range with 123.6 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the M312 below it with 118.6 hp and the 214B FT above it with 136.9 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 12 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3054 TAcorrect
Power123.6 hp (90.9 kW)correct
Displacement3,990.3 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase2,502.4correct
Ground clearance378correct

Drivetrain and chassis

Tyre sizedual 10-20 16PRcorrect

Working data

Pump flow300.2 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity210.1 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure329.9 barcorrect
Fuel tank capacity240.4 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,081.5correct

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar M315 have?

The Caterpillar M315 delivers 124 hp.

What engine does the Caterpillar M315 have?

3,990 cm³ displacement.

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.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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Other models in this series

206

206B FT

212

212B FT

214

214B

214B FT

224

224B

M312

M313C

M313D

Sources: [1]

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