Specalog for 315C/315C L Hydraulic Excavator, …

1 WeightsOperating Weight -16 400 kg36,160 lbStandard Undercarriage Standard undercarriage, 3100 mm (10'2") stick and600 mm (24") shoesOperating Weight -16 750 kg36,930 lbLong Undercarriage Long undercarriage, 3100 mm (10'2") stick and 600 mm(24") shoesEngineEngine ModelCat 3046 TFlywheel Power82 kW110 hpGross Power86 kW115 hp315C/ 315c LHydraulic Excavator2315C/ 315c L Hydraulic ExcavatorImproved performance and rugged durability combine to maximize horsepower, better controllability,extended service intervals and a redesignedoperator station increase your productivityand lower your operating Customer SupportYour Cat dealer offers a wide rangeof services that can be set up under acustomer support agreement when youpurchase your equipment. The dealerwill help you choose a plan that cancover everything from machine andattachment selection to 10 Undercarriage and StructuresRugged Caterpillar undercarriagedesign and proven structuralmanufacturing techniques assureoutstanding durability in the toughestapplications.

2 New grease lubricatedseals protect and prolong track 6 HydraulicsThe open-center, two-pump hydraulicsystem features pump flow controlwhich improves fuel efficiency, ensuressmooth controllability, reduces soundlevels and extends component 5 EngineThe 315c is powered by the Cat 3046 Tengine. This engine includes severaldesign features which enhanceperformance, efficiency and 4 New Feature3 ServiceabilityLonger service intervals and easiermaintenance results in better machineavailability and lower owning andoperating 9 Operator StationLarger, quieter, climate-controlled cabhas excellent sightlines to the work areato help keep operator fatigue low andproduction up throughout the 8 Front LinkageDesigned-in flexibility to help bringhigher production and efficiency to 7 Torque engine is designed forhigh torque rise at middle rpm, a featurethat is especially beneficial for heavy-duty Engine three-stage control features a convenient one-touch command, maximizes fuelefficiency and reduces sound oil level gauge, oilfilter.

3 Fuel filter and priming pump arelocated on the right side of the upperstructure for easy maintenance. Theengine oil filter and fuel filter changeintervals have been balance, one-piece,forged crankshaft enhances balance anddecreases vibration and is inductionhardened to improve abrasion resistant aluminumalloy pistons have a short compressionheight, reducing weight and 3046T enginehas the best fuel consumption in thisclass of diesel engines. It featuresimproved thermal efficiency andreduced friction resistance betweenpiston and Intake intake heatingis standard on the 315c for easiercold six cylinder turbo-charged Cat 3046T engine is built for power, reliability, economy andlow 315c hydraulicsystem was designed to provide a highlevel of efficiency. With all majorcomponents located close together,shorter tubes and lines are needed,resulting in less friction loss in thelines and reduced pressure Cross-Sensing productivity with fasterimplement speeds and quicker,stronger pivot Boom and Swing simpler operation, work modeand power mode switches have beeneliminated.

4 Instead, the automatic boomand swing priority function selects thebest mode, based on joystick types ofstackable valves and one independentvalve are available on the 315c andattached directly to the main controlvalve. Up to two stackable valves canbe used in combination with the maincontrol valve to provide a variety ofdifferent and Stick Regeneration 315c uses a boom and stickregeneration circuit to save energyduring boom-down and Hydraulic systemoffers precise control to the 315c ,reducing operator fatigue, improvingoperator effectiveness and efficiency,which ultimately translates into Hydraulic auxiliaryhydraulic valve is standard on the 315 Cfor use with optional Hydraulic snubbers at the rod-end ofboom cylinders and both ends of thestick cylinders cushion shocks, reducesound and increase cylinder hydraulics deliver power and control to keep material moving at high 315c structuralcomponents and undercarriage are thebackbone of the machine s Design and Track Roller.

5 Box-section carbody providesexcellent resistance to torsional track roller frames arepress-formed, pentagonal units to deliverexceptional strength and service and and lubricatedtrack rollers, carrier rollers and idlersprovide excellent service life, to keepthe machine in the field rugged main frame isdesigned for maximum durability andefficient use of Lubricated greaselubricated seals protect the track linkand deliver long track link pin andbushing inner wear speedselection enables the machine toautomatically change up and downfrom high and low speeds in a smooth,controlled idler guard, whichis integral to the track roller frame,is standard. This guard helps maintaintrack alignment while traveling orworking on and StructuresDurable undercarriage absorbs stresses and provides excellent linkage variationson the 315c allow for the use of oneboom, three sticks and two bucket-types(excavation and heavy-duty rock).

6 Using these combinations improvesthe general-purpose versatility of the315C by suiting it to a diverse rangeof boom on the 315c isdesigned to provide maximum diggingcapability. Caterpillar booms aremanufactured with high-tensile steelfor upper, lower and side plates andare robot welded for consistent sticks are available on the315C. The customer s working envelopeand bucket capacity needs determinetheir stick and Stick performance and long service life,Caterpillar booms and sticks are large,welded, box-section structures withthick, multi-plate fabrications in high-stress tensile strength steel isused in high-stress areas for excellentwear and shock resistance. The sideplates are tapered to prevent contact ofthe bucket sidewalls during bucket linkage onthe 315c includes the bucket cylinder,idler link and power Flop Adjustment 300 family excavator buckets areequipped with a bucket flop adjustmentmechanism which allows the operatoror serviceman to reduce the side playat the bucket to stick-nose bearingtechnology has extended the frontlinkage greasing intervals forall LinkageDesigned-in flexibility to help bring higher production and efficiency to all 315 Coperator work station is quiet withergonomic control placement andconvenient adjustments, low leverand pedal effort, ergonomic seatdesign and highly efficient.

7 Compact monitorenhances viewing while displaying avariety of easy-to-read and understandlanguage-based Boom and Swing simpler operation, workmode and power mode switches havebeen eliminated. Instead, the automaticboom and swing priority functionselects the best mode, based onjoystick hydraulicpump flows can be preset on themonitor, eliminating the need to adjustthe flow every time a tool is changedand instantly providing the operatorwith the correct amount of flow foreach tool. This feature is available withcertain optional auxiliary cablayout emphasizes simplicity and easeof use. Right-hand wall and consoleprovides easy access to all switches,dials and large rubber-coveredfootrest at the side of the travel pedalsallows the foot to easily grip the travel lever stroke and force havebeen enhanced to improve the 315c sfine controllability, making the machineeasier to new seat with a two-tone coloroffers two types of cushions - soft andfirm - for operator comfort.

8 The recliningknob is located at the right-side of theseat for easier reclining Climate climate control adjuststemperature and flow and determineswhich air outlet is best in each large polycarbonate skylightdelivers excellent natural lighting andgood ventilation. Standard slidingsunshade protects from direct StationDesigned for simple operation, the 315c operator station allows the operator to focuson Service and maintenance intervalshave been extended to reduce machineservice time and increase left rearservice door allows easy access to theengine radiator and the Hydraulic oilcooler, which are side by side, and thehigh performance compact air-to-airaftercooler (ATAAC). Ample spacebetween the ATAAC and the radiator/cooler is provided to allow accessfor Filter air filterfeatures a double-element constructionfor superior cleaning efficiency.

9 When theair cleaner plugs, a warning is displayedon the monitor screen inside the Level design andlayout of the 315c was made with theservice technician in mind. Many servicelocations are easily accessible at groundlevel allowing critical maintenance toget done quickly and airconditioner condenser swings outhorizontally for cleaning service dooron the right side of the upper structureallows ground-level access to the pumpand pilot Hydraulic returnfilter, a capsule filter, is situated insidethe Hydraulic tank but is easily accessedfrom outside the tank. This filter preventscontaminants from entering the systemwhen Hydraulic oil is changed andkeeps the operation Punched-Star punched-star plate coversthe top of the storage box and upperstructure to prevent slipping duringmaintenance.

10 The plate can be removedfor can beaccessed from the upper structure orfrom under the machine. The engineand pump compartment are separatedby a steel service and maintenance features save you time and detailed comparisonsof the machines you are consideringbefore you buy. What are the jobrequirements? What production isneeded? What is the true cost of lostproduction? Your Cat dealer can giveyou precise answers to these past initial price, lookat the value the 315c offers. Considerthe financing options available as wellas day-to-day operating operatingtechniques can boost your Cat dealer has training literatureand other ideas to help you option programsguarantee the cost of repairs up programs such as ScheduledOil Sampling and Technical Analysishelp you avoid unscheduled , rebuild or replace?