M315

Cat Grade 3D Ready

    
• The Cat Grade 3D Ready option includes all the hardware required for the Grade with 3D system, installed and tested from the factory. This option provides an easier upgrade path for customers who want to add Grade with 3D after their initial purchase. To activate, contact your Cat Dealer to purchase the required 3D software licenses. Licenses can be installed remotely or manually loaded onto the machine.

Cat Payload*

    
• The Cat Payload option provides operators with on-the-go weighing to help them hit load targets and avoid overloading, underloading, or misloading materials.

*Payload technologies are not legal for trade.

Not all features are available in all regions. Please check with your Cat dealer for specific offering availability in your area. Build Number: 07E

    
• The Cat engine matches to your performance and production needs. The engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.

    

• The M315 is fuel efficient to help keep you moving and productive on the jobsite.

    

• Work confidently in space-restricted areas. Dig, swing, and dump within a tight working space.

    

• Easily travel between sites with travel speeds up to 35 km/h (21.7 mph).

    

• From dirt to asphalt, the excavator matches your needs to help get the job done in a timely, efficient manner.

    

• The advanced hydraulic system provides the optimum balance of power and efficiency while giving you the control you need for precise working requirements.

    

• The dedicated swing pump helps provide consistent power for multitasking capabilities.

    

• Auxiliary hydraulic options give you the versatility to use a wide range of Cat attachments.

    

• Optional bucket cylinder lowering check valves enable the machine to be used in additional applications.

    

• Don’t let the temperature stop you from working. The wheel excavator has a standard high-ambient temperature capability up to 52°C (125°F) and cold start capability down to -18°C (0°F).

    
• Choose between Deluxe and Premium cab options.

    

• The Deluxe seat is heated and air suspended while the Premium seat is heated, ventilated, and adjusts automatically.

    

• Get in and out of the cab easily using the tip-up left console

    

• Advanced viscous mounts help you feel comfortable in the cab while you work with reduced cab vibrations.

    

• Control the excavator comfortably with easy-to-reach controls, all located in front of you.

    

• Stow your gear with plenty of in-cab storage beneath and behind the seat, overhead, and in the consoles. A cup holder, bottle holder, and coat hook are also provided.

    

• Bluetooth^® integrated radio allows for seamless mobile phone connection to listen to music, podcasts, and hands-free calling.

    

• Easily adjust the climate control system using the touchscreen monitor or jog dial.

    
• Quickly check and service your machine with daily maintenance points accessible from ground level.

    

• Check the engine oil level quickly and safely from the ground.

    

• Long life filters for fuel, hydraulic oil, and air help save on maintenance costs.

    

• Track your machine’s filter life and maintenance intervals on the in-cab monitor.

    

• The fuel filtration helps protect the engine from fuel contamination.

    

• The hydraulic oil filter helps provide high filtration performance, anti-drain valves to help keep oil clean when the filter is replaced, and long life with a 3,000-hour replacement interval.

    

• Centralized grease points with an autolube option mean less downtime and more work getting done.

    

• Scheduled Oil Sampling (S•O•S^SM) ports are located at ground level, helping simplify maintenance and allowing for quick, easy extraction of fluid samples for analysis.

    

• Boost productivity with proactive service reminders. The Integrated vehicle health management system alerts the operator with step-by-step service guidance along with parts needed so you don’t experience any unnecessary downtime.

    
• Start the engine with the push-to-start button, a Bluetooth key fob, or the unique Operator ID function.

    

• Program your power mode and joystick preferences using Operator ID; the excavator remembers your settings each time you go to work.

    

• Navigate quickly on the standard high-resolution 254 mm (10 in) touchscreen monitor or with the aid of the jog dial control.

    

• The axle locks at zero speed and unlocks when the travel pedal is activated. The axle can also be manually locked with a button on the right-hand console or with a joystick button.

    

• Turn on Heavy Lift mode and get more force when you need it.

    

• Continuously improved user interface allows for intuitive navigation, minimizing performance interruption with the easy-to-use touchscreen menu.

    

• Optional Cat tiltrotators work seamlessly with Cat 2D Grade, Assist, Payload, and E-Fence with no additional hardware required. Third party tiltrotators are compatible with these features and can be activated with the purchase of additional software.

    
• Access daily maintenance points from ground level.

    

• Keep your excavator secure with Operator ID. Use your PIN code on the monitor to enable the push button starting feature.

    

• The standard Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) cab meets ISO 12117-2:2008 requirements.

    

• Enjoy great all-around visibility with the help of small cab pillars, large windows, and a flat engine hood design. Rear and right-side-view cameras are standard.

    

• The service platform design helps provide easy, safe, and quick access to the upper service platform; the service platform steps use anti-skid punch plate to help prevent slipping.

    

• The standard hydraulic lockout lever isolates all hydraulic and travel functions in the lowered position.

    

• The travel and swing lock prevent the front linkage and upper frame from moving as you travel.

    

• The ground-level shutoff switch stops all fuel to the engine when activated and shuts down the machine.

    

• Optional inspection lighting helps make service work easy and safe. With the flip of a switch, lights will illuminate the engine, pump, battery, and radiator compartments to enhance visibility.

    

• Optional Operator Protective Guards (OPG) protect from falling and flying debris.

    

• Optional Cab Avoidance helps you avoid contact between your worktool attachment and the cab.

    

• Optional 2D E-fence is integrated right out of the factory to prevent the excavator from moving outside operator defined set points.

    
• The latest operator oriented User Interface (UI) has been designed to help maximize uptime.

    

• VisionLink^TM provides actionable data insights for all assets – regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer.* Review equipment data from your desktop or mobile device to maximize uptime and optimize assets. Dashboards provide information such as hours, miles, location, idle time, and fuel utilization. Make informed decisions that lower costs, simplify maintenance, and improve safety and security on your jobsite.

    

• Remote Flash is a mobile application that allows you to update onboard software without a technician being present, allowing you to initiate software updates when convenient, increasing your overall operating efficiency.

    

• Remote Troubleshoot is a mobile application that allows your Cat dealer to perform diagnostic testing on your connected machine remotely to help ensure that issues are resolved quickly and with less downtime.

    

• Optional Cat Grade with 2D system helps boost productivity versus traditional grading.

    

• All Cat Grade systems are compatible with radios and base stations from Trimble, Topcon, and Leica. Already invested in a grade infrastructure? You can install grade systems from Trimble, Topcon, and Leica with the purchase of additional software for activation.

    

• Optional Cat Grade with Assist helps you stay on grade – simply and effortlessly – with single-lever digging. Set your desired bucket angle and let Bucket Assist automatically maintain the angle in sloping, leveling, fine grading, and trenching applications.

    

• Optional Cat Payload helps you achieve precise load targets to improve your operating efficiency. Pick up a load of material with a bucket and get a real-time weight estimate without swinging.

*Data field availability can vary by equipment manufacturer.

    
• The Cat C4.4 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.

    

• Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) and are compatible* with ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)*** or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.

    

• Auto Engine Speed Control reduces unnecessary fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by allowing the engine to automatically go into idle mode when the machine is not working.

    

• Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.

    

• Cat Scheduled Oil Sampling (S•O•S^SM) Services helps reveal excessive wear, contaminated fluids or other “unseen” issues that can shorten component life. In many cases, you can extend oil and coolant change intervals by using fluid monitoring. Consult your Cat dealer or the machine’s operation and maintenance manual for more information.

    

• Remote Flash minimizes downtime and maintenance time while keeping your asset running with maximum efficiency. Alerts for machine updates are sent virtually from your Cat dealer and updates can be deployed without a dealer technician needing to be onsite.

    

• Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency by allowing your Cat dealer to virtually test the machine while working. Once a problem is identified, a technician can fix it the first time, saving time and money.

    

• Cat Grade technologies combine advanced guidance with optional automated machine control helping you reach grading targets while reducing fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by improving efficiency, jobsite productivity, and accuracy.

    

• Cat Payload for excavators provides on-the-go material weighing which helps reduce fuel burn by improving loading efficiency, jobsite productivity, and eliminating trips to the scale.

*While Caterpillar engines are compatible with these alternative fuels, some regions may not allow their use.
**Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
***Engines with no aftertreatment devices are compatible with higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer).

Tackle your jobs with a complete Cat solution. Cat attachments are not just accessories – they are essential tools that define what your machine can do. When you pair a Cat excavator with Cat attachments, you unlock a fully integrated system built for performance, durability, and efficiency. Whether you are clearing land, breaking concrete, or compacting soil, the right attachment transforms your excavator into a powerful, multi-purpose tool ready for any challenge. Depending on your project or application, you could benefit from excavator attachments such as:

    
• Buckets: Handle everything from digging and grading to cleanup and debris removal with your excavator. Cat offers general duty, heavy duty, extreme duty, and severe duty buckets, as well as specialized designs for ditch cleaning, rock, and finishing work. Reinforced edges and wear-resistant materials ensure long-lasting performance in tough conditions.

    

• Orange Peel Grapples: Built for scrap and bulk material handling, Orange Peel Grapples excel with irregular, heavy loads like metal, rock, and waste. Their hydraulic tines provide superior grip and penetration. High-capacity and continuous rotation are perfect for scrap yards and transfer stations. Cat offers these grapples with a choice of different shell designs and tine options suited to various applications.

    

• Hammers: Break concrete, rock, and steel with up to 1,000 blows per minute. Built for high-production demolition, quarrying, and construction, they offer powerful impact energy and consistent performance. Their durability and low-maintenance design make them essential for demanding breaking applications.

    

• Tiltrotators: Tiltrotators provide 360° rotation and 40° left/right tilt functionality, allowing attachments to move with unmatched precision and flexibility. This flexibility transforms your machine into a multi-functional tool capable of working from virtually any angle without repositioning. Ideal for grading, trenching, and complex excavation work, they deliver multi-angle control for tight and confined spaces.

Cat attachments are engineered to maximize your excavator’s productivity, helping you get more work done with greater efficiency and confidence. Choosing the right attachment is not just about compatibility, it is about unlocking your machine’s full potential while avoiding equipment damage or safety risks. Connect with your Cat Dealer to find the optimal attachments for your specific machine and application needs.

NOTE

1. Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

1. Sound-suppressed ROPS cab
2. Keyless push-to-start engine control
3. Height-adjustable console, infinite with no tool
4. High-resolution 254 mm (10 in) LCD touchscreen monitor

BOOM AND STICKS

1. 5.2 m (17’1″) Variable Adjustable Boom

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1. Programmable time-delay LED working lights
2. Roading and indicator lights, front and rear
3. Maintenance-free batteries
4. Centralized electrical disconnect switch
5. LED lights on chassis (left-hand, right-hand) and counterweight

ENGINE

1. Power mode selector
2. One-touch low idle with automatic engine speed control
3. Automatic engine idle shutdown
4. Up to 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity
5. Cold start capability down to -18°C (0°F)
6. Double element air filter with integrated pre-cleaner

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

1. Automatic hydraulic oil warm up
2. Heavy lift mode
3. Boom, stick, and bucket drift reduction valves
4. One-slider joystick

SAFETY AND SECURITY

1. Rear and right-side-view cameras
2. Wide angle mirrors
3. Lockable disconnect switch
4. Anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts on service platform

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

1. Integrated vehicle health management system
2. Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports

TECHNOLOGY

1. VisionLink™
2. Remote Flash and Remote Troubleshoot

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

1. Automatic brake/axle lock
2. All wheel drive
3. 4000 kg (8,820 lb) counterweight

NOTE

1. Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

1. Operator Protective Guards (OPG)

BOOM AND STICKS

1. 2.2 m (7’3″) stick
2. 2.5 m (8’2″) stick

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1. Electrical refueling pump

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

1. Boom/stick lowering check valves
2. Bucket cylinder check valves
3. Two-slider joystick
4. Joystick steering

SAFETY AND SECURITY

1. Signaling/warning horn
2. 360° visibility
3. Inspection lighting
4. 2D E-fence
5. Cab avoidance

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

1. Automatic lubrication system for implement and swing system

TECHNOLOGY

1. Cat Grade with 2D
2. Cat Grade with 2D with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
3. Laser catcher
4. Cat Grade 3D ready
5. Cat Grade Connectivity
6. Cat Grade with Assist
7. Cat Payload
8. Cat Tiltrotator (TRS) Integration

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

1. 10.00-20 16 PR, dual tires
2. 315/70R22.5, no gap dual tires
3. 445/70R 19.5, single tires
4. 300-80-22.5 dual pneumatic, spacerless tire (Europe only)