Caterpillar M315C

Series: Caterpillar Mobile Excavator

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The Caterpillar M315C belongs to the Caterpillar Mobile Excavator series. The engine delivers 92.5 kW, has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 4,401.6 cm³. Rated speed is 2,000 rpm. The unladen weight is 16,650 kg. The wheelbase measures 2,502.4 mm. Ground clearance is 371.9 mm. The tank holds 235.1 litres. The gearbox has 2 forward gears. There are also 2 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,400 rpm. The pump delivers 80.3 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 230.2 litres. The cooling system holds 39.4 litres. The oil fill is 9.1 litres. The engine fitted is the 3054E. Tyre size: 10,00-20 16PR. The Caterpillar Mobile Excavator series covers 23 models. Rated output within it ranges from 53 to 123.8 kW; the M315C sits in the middle of that range with 92.5 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the M315 below it with 90.9 kW and the M313D above it with 94.7 kW. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 20 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3054Ecorrect
Power92.5 kWcorrect
Rated speed2,000 rpmcorrect
Speed at max. torque1,400 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement4,401.6 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect
Coolant capacity39.4 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity9.1 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase2,502.4correct
Ground clearance371.9correct
Unladen weight16,650 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typepowershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears2correct
Reverse gears2correct
Tyre size10.00-20 16PRcorrect

Working data

Pump flow80.3 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity230.2 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity235.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,151.6correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 5.6 kW/t (92 kW / 16.6 t)

Stronger than 37% of the excavators & compaction in the register — out of 1,666 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar M315C have?

The Caterpillar M315C delivers 92.5 kW.

How much does the Caterpillar M315C weigh?

The unladen weight is 16,650 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar M315C have?

4 cylinders, 4,402 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • 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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