Soil Compactors
Cat 815
Operating Weight
22,386kg
Width
3,243mm
Power
212kW (288hp)

Cat Soil Compactors are designed with durability built in, ensuring maximum availability through multiple life cycles. With optimized performance and simplified serviceability, our machines allow you to operate more efficiently and safely. Representing a long-standing commitment to quality and performance, this rugged, powerful machine is designed and built for heavy-duty compaction and dozing operations. Focused on helping our customers succeed, we have continued to build upon each new series. The 815K continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency.
Specifications
Engine - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Bore
105mm
Displacement
7.01l
Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V emission standards
Engine Model
Cat® C7.1: configured for two emissions options
Engine Power (ISO 14396:2002)
205kW
Gross Power (SAE J1995:2014)
212kW
High Idle Speed
2270r/min
Low Idle Speed
800r/min
Maximum Altitude without Derating
3000m
Net Power (ISO 9249:2007)
186kW
Net Power (SAE J1349:2011)
186kW
Note
Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, clean emissions module and alternator.
Peak Torque - 1,400 rpm
1223N·m
Rated Speed
2200r/min
Stroke
135mm
Torque Rise
52%
Engine - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Bore
105mm
Displacement
135mm
Emissions
Brazil MAR-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Engine Model
Cat® C7.1: configured for two emissions options
Engine Power (ISO 14396:2002)
205kW
Gross Power (SAE J1995:2014)
213kW
High Idle Speed
2270r/min
Low Idle Speed
800r/min
Maximum Altitude without Derating
3000m
Net Power (SAE J1349:2011)
186kW
Note
Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, clean emissions module and alternator.
Peak Torque - 1,400 rpm
1016N·m
Rated Speed
2200r/min
Stroke
135mm
Torque Rise
26%
Operating Specifications - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Operating Weight
22522kg
Transmission
Transmission Type
Cat Planetary Power Shift
Travel Speeds - Forward - First
6.3km/h
Travel Speeds - Forward - Second
10.8km/h
Travel Speeds - Forward - Third
18.2km/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - First
7.2km/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Second
12.4km/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Third
18.4km/h
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Lift/Tilt System
Variable displacement piston
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
Pilot operated LS valve with EH
Maximum Flow at 2,200 rpm
89l/min
Pilot Relief Valve Setting
21000kPa
Pilot System
Open center, fixed displacement gear
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
22000kPa
Hydraulic System - Steering
Maximum Flow at 2,200 rpm
147l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Steering
27600kPa
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
3s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
8.2s
Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, Load Sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston – Variable Displacement
Total Steering Angle
84
Dimensions (Approximate)
Centerline of Rear Axle to Bumper
1990mm
Ground Clearance to Bottom of Bumper
665mm
Ground Clearance to Hitch
365mm
Ground Clearance to Transmission Guard
375mm
Height - Top of Beacon
3933mm
Height - Top of Cab Roof
3650mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
3344mm
Height - Top of Hood
2616mm
Height to Top of GPS Antenna
3701mm
Height to Top of Radiator Guard
2405mm
Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle
1675mm
Overall Machine Length with EU Suppression
7598mm
Overall Machine Length with Straight Blade
7157mm
Wheel Base
3350mm
Width over Platform
3140mm
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
73l
Cooling Systems - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
81l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank*
16l
Differential - Final Drives - Front
65l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
65l
Engine Crankcase
20l
Fuel Tank
500l
Hydraulic Tank Only
75l
Note
All non-road Tier 4 Final and Stage V diesel engines are required to use: – Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuels containing 15 ppm for EPA and 10 ppm for EU (mg/kg) sulfur or less. Biodiesel blends up to B20 are acceptable when blended with 15 ppm for EPA and 10 ppm for EU (mg/kg) sulfur or less ULSD and when the biodiesel feedstock meets ASTM D7467 specifications. – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) that meets all requirements defined in ISO 22241-1.
Transmission
56l
Axles
Front
Planetary – Fixed
Oscillation Angle
±10
Rear
Planetary – Oscillating
Braking System
Parking Brake
Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released
Service Brakes
Single Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Standard
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
111dB(A)
Note (1)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (2)
The operator sound pressure level uncertainty is ± 2 dB(A)
Note (3)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Note (4)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70dB(A)
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
109dB(A)
Note (1)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (2)
The operator sound pressure level uncertainty is ± 2 dB(A)
Note (3)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Note (4)
The machine sound power level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70dB(A)
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Standard
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
112dB(A)
Note (1)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (2)
The operator sound pressure level uncertainty is ± 2 dB(A)
Note (3)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Note (4)
The machine sound power level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70dB(A)
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Suppression
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
110dB(A)
Note (1)
The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (2)
The operator sound pressure level uncertainty is ± 2 dB(A)
Note (3)
Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Note (4)
The machine sound power level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70dB(A)
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression EU
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6393)
107dB(A)
Note (1)
The machine sound power level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6393:2008. The measurement was conducted at the rated engine cooling fan speed.
Wheels
Drum Diameter
1029mm
Drum Width
991mm
Outside Diameter
1412mm
Replaceable
Weld On
Tip Height
192mm
Tips per Row
12
Tips per Wheel
60
Weight
4409kg
Width - Over Drums
3243mm
Width Between Drums
1261mm
Blades
Capacity
2.06m³
Digging Depth
222mm
Ground Clearance
802mm
Height
860mm
Maximum Tilt
346mm
Overall Width
3761mm
Total Operating Weight
22522kg
Turning Radius - Inside Face of Pusharm
2520mm
Turning Radius - Outside Corner of Blade
6437mm
Weight
800kg
GALLERY

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