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Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor

Category: Soil Compactors ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 815K ➔

The Caterpillar 815K Soil Compactor is a powerful and reliable machine designed for efficient soil compaction. With a net power of 248 hp and operating weight of 49,353 lbs, this compactor is capable of handling various compaction tasks with ease. Featuring a Cat C7.1 ACERT engine, planetary powershift transmission, and advanced hydraulic system, the 815K offers precise control and superior performance. Equipped with front fixed and rear oscillating axles, hydraulic blade tilt functionality, and a sturdy drum design, this machine ensures optimal compaction results for construction and roadwork projects.

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General Specifications

Axles

Front	Planetary Fixed
Oscillation Angle	10 degrees
Rear	Planetary Oscillating

Blades

Blade Tilt Angle - Left - Hydraulic	5.5 degrees
Blade Tilt Angle - Right - Hydraulic	4.8 degrees
Height - Including Cutting Edge	3 ft (1 m)
Maximum Depth of Cut	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Lift Above Ground	3 ft (1 m)
Total Tilt Adjustment	2 ft (1 m)
Width - Over End Bits	12 ft (4 m)

Brakes

Parking Brake

Drum and Shoe Spring Applied Hydraulic Released

Cab - Standard

Operator Sound Level - ISO 6396

71 dB(A)

Cab - Suppression

Operator Sound Level - ISO 6396

70 dB(A)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Ground Clearance - Bumper	2 ft (1 m)
Height - Top of Beacon	13 ft (4 m)
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe	11 ft (3 m)
Height - Top of Hood	9 ft (3 m)
Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle	6 ft (2 m)
Length - With Blade on Ground	24 ft (7 m)
Wheel Base	11 ft (3 m)
Width - Over Wheels	11 ft (3 m)

Engine

Bore	4 in (10 cm)
Displacement	428 cu in (7,010 cu cm)
Emissions	Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards or meets U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards
Engine Model	Cat C7.1 ACERT: configured for two emissions options
High Idle Speed	2270 rpm
Low Idle Speed	800 rpm
Maximum Altitude - Without Derating	9,843 ft (3,000 m)
Net Power	248 hp (185 kw)
Stroke	5 in (13 cm)

Hydraulic System

Main Relief Pressure	3190 psi
Maximum Supply Pressure	2930 psi

Hydraulic System - Steering

Bore	4 in (10 cm)
Maximum System Flow	147 L/min @ 2111 rpm (38.8 gal/min @ 2111 rpm)
Steering Pressure Limited	4003 psi
Steering System - Circuit	Closed Center Load Sensing
Steering System - Pump	Piston Variable Displacement
Stroke	24 in (60 cm)
Vehicle Articulation Angle	84 degrees

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight

49,353 lbs (22,386 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Differential - Final Drives - Front	17 gal (65 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	17 gal (65 l)
Engine Crankcase	5 gal (20 l)
Fuel Tank	132 gal (500 l)
Hydraulic Tank Only	20 gal (75 l)
Transmission	15 gal (56 l)

Transmission

Transmission Type	Planetary Powershift ECPC
Travel Speeds - Forward - First	4 mph (7 kph)
Travel Speeds - Forward - Second	8 mph (12 kph)
Travel Speeds - Reverse - First	5 mph (8 kph)
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Second	9 mph (14 kph)

Wheels

Drum Diameter	3 ft (1 m)
Drum Width	3 ft (1 m)
Outside Diameter	5 ft (1 m)
Tips per Wheel	60

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