The Caterpillar M315 wheel excavator (2021-2026) is characterised by typical engine power at 148 hp (110 kW) and below-average weight at 31,901 lb (14.5 t). Its published bucket capacity is 0.82 yd³ (0.63 m³).
Specification profile
2021-2026
Weight: 31,901 lb (14.5 t)Engine power: 148 hp (110 kW)Bucket capacity: 0.82 yd³ (0.63 m³)Travel speed: 18.6 mph (30 km/h)
31,901 lb (14.5 t)Weight
148 hp (110 kW)Engine power
0.82 yd³ (0.63 m³)Bucket capacity
18.6 mph (30 km/h)Travel speed
8.37 ft (2.55 m)Transport width
3.61 ft (1.1 m)Bucket width
10.8 ft (3.3 m)Transport height
26.7 ft (8.14 m)Transport length
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Average
148 hp (110 kW)
Low 54.6 hp (40.7 kW)Typical 138 hp (103 kW)High 208 hp (155 kW)
Engine power is close to the typical figure.
Weight
Below average
31,901 lb (14.5 t)
Low 14,308 lb (6.49 t)Typical 38,764 lb (17.6 t)High 66,139 lb (30 t)
Weight is below the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Below average
0.82 yd³ (0.63 m³)
Low 0.3 yd³ (0.23 m³)Typical 0.97 yd³ (0.74 m³)High 1.77 yd³ (1.35 m³)
Bucket capacity is below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
18.6 mph (30 km/h)
Low 12.4 mph (20 km/h)Typical 19.9 mph (32 km/h)High 24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Travel speed is close to the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Low 6.33 ft (1.93 m)Typical 8.48 ft (2.58 m)High 11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Transport height
Average
10.8 ft (3.3 m)
Low 7.94 ft (2.42 m)Typical 10.6 ft (3.24 m)High 13.1 ft (4 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Measurements
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Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Material Handling ExcavatorNO
Track GuidanceNO
Air conditioningNO
BladeNO
Cabin AdjustmentNO
Diesel particulate filterYES
Overload AlertNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | M315 wheel excavator |
| Model year / production | 2021-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power148 hp (110 kW)
Maximum torque710/1400 Nm
Tear-out Force23,155 lbf (103 kN)
Travel speed18.6 mph (30 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width3.61 ft (1.1 m)
Dipper Length8.2 ft (2.5 m)
Dredging Depth17.9 ft (5.46 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal28.5 ft (8.7 m)
Transport height10.8 ft (3.3 m)
Transport length26.7 ft (8.14 m)
Transport width8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Outside turning radius20.7 ft (6.3 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity0.82 yd³ (0.63 m³)
Weight31,901 lb (14.5 t)
Overload AlertNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke105×127 mm
Displacement1.16 US gal (4.4 L)
Emission levelV
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC4.4
Number of cylinders4.0
Setup & fitment
Material Handling ExcavatorNo
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres10.00-20
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterYes
Other specifications
Track GuidanceNo
BladeNo
BoomVA
Cabin AdjustmentNo
Outrigger Stabilisers2 2/4-fold
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