815 Soil Compactor
US
Metric
Overview
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 815 continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency.
Engine - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Bore
4.10 in
105.00 mm
Gross Power (SAE J1995:2014)
284.00 HP
212.00 kW
Displacement
427.80 in³
7.01 l
Engine - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Torque Rise
26%
Engine - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Net Power (SAE J1349:2011)
249.00 HP
186.00 kW
Engine - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Displacement
5.30 in
135.00 mm
Engine - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Stroke
5.30 in
135.00 mm
Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V emission standards
Engine - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Net Power (SAE J1349:2011)
249.00 HP
186.00 kW
Engine - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Peak Torque - 1,400 rpm
902.00 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
1223.00 N·m
Engine - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Rated Speed
2200.00 r/min
2200.00 r/min
Stroke
5.30 in
135.00 mm
Peak Torque - 1,400 rpm
749.00 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
1016.00 N·m
Bore
4.10 in³
105.00 mm
Engine - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Rated Speed
2200.00 r/min
2200.00 r/min
Engine Model
Cat® C7.1: configured for two emissions options
Engine - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Gross Power (SAE J1995:2014)
286.00 HP
213.00 kW
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 - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Torque Rise
52%
Wheels
Drum Width
39.00 in
991.00 mm
Drum Diameter
40.50 in
1029.00 mm
Outside Diameter
55.60 in
1412.00 mm
Tips per Wheel
60
Axles
Front
Planetary – Fixed
Rear
Planetary – Oscillating
Blades
Maximum Depth of Cut
0.73 ft
222.00 mm
Maximum Lift Above Ground
2.63 ft
802.00 mm
Total Tilt Adjustment
2.14 ft
651.00 mm
Width - Over End Bits
12.34 ft
3761.00 mm
Dimensions (Approximate)
Centerline of Rear Axle to Bumper
6.53 ft
1990.00 mm
Service Refill Capacities
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV Only)
4.20 gal (US)
16.00 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front
17.20 gal (US)
65.00 l
Fuel Tank
132.10 gal (US)
500.00 l
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
11.10 ft
3344.00 mm
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
19.30 gal (US)
73.00 l
Engine
Low Idle Speed
800.00 r/min
800.00 r/min
Service Refill Capacities
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.
Engine Crankcase
5.30 gal (US)
20.00 l
Transmission
Travel Speeds - Forward - Third
11.30 mile/h
18.20 km/h
Dimensions (Approximate)
Turning Radius - Inside of Push Arms
8.27 ft
2520.00 mm
Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle
5.50 ft
1675.00 mm
Blades
Blade Tilt Angle - Left - Hydraulic
5,5°
Hydraulic System - Steering
Steering Pressure Limited
4003.00 psi
27600.00 kPa
Blades
Height - Including Cutting Edge
2.82 ft
860.00 mm
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height - Top of Beacon
12.90 ft
3933.00 mm
Transmission
Travel Speeds - Forward - Second
7.70 mile/h
10.80 km/h
Hydraulic System - Steering
Steering System - Pump
Piston – Variable Displacement
Wheels
Weight
9720.00 lb
4409.00 kg
Transmission
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Second
8.50 mile/h
12.40 km/h
Dimensions (Approximate)
Ground Clearance - Bumper
2.18 ft
665.00 mm
Braking System
Parking Brake
Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released
Hydraulic System
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore and Stroke
101.6 mm × 167 mm (4 in × 6.6 in)
Engine
Maximum Altitude - Without Derating
9842.50 ft
3000.00 m
Transmission
Travel Speeds - Forward - First
3.90 mile/h
6.30 km/h
Dimensions (Approximate)
Ground Clearance
1.23 ft
375.00 mm
Hydraulic System
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore and Stroke
101.6 mm × 627 mm (4 in × 24.7 in)
Axles
Oscillation Angle
±10
Hydraulic System
Pump Flow at 2,111 rpm
23.50 gal/min
89.00 l/min
Blades
Width - Moldboard Length
11.98 ft
3652.00 mm
Wheels
Width - Over Drums
127.70 in
3243.00 mm
Service Refill Capacities
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
17.20 gal (US)
65.00 l
Dimensions (Approximate)
Width - Over Wheels
10.64 ft
3243.00 mm
Blades
Blade Tilt Adjustment - Right
1.00 ft
305.00 mm
Service Refill Capacities
Hydraulic Tank Only
19.80 gal (US)
75.00 l
Blades
Blade Tilt Adjustment - Left
1.14 ft
346.00 mm
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height - Top of Hood
8.60 ft
2616.00 mm
Service Refill Capacities
Transmission
14.80 gal (US)
56.00 l
Blades
Blade Tilt Angle - Right - Hydraulic
4,8°
Hydraulic System - Steering
Vehicle Articulation Angle
84 degrees
Hydraulic System
Maximum Supply Pressure
2930.00 psi
20200.00 kPa
Dimensions (Approximate)
Length - With Blade on Ground
23.48 ft
7157.00 mm
Transmission
Transmission Type
Cat Planetary Power Shift
Hydraulic System - Steering
Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, Load Sensing
Hydraulic System
Main Relief Pressure
3190.00 psi
22000.00 kPa
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height - Top of Cab Roof
12.00 ft
3650.00 mm
Transmission
Travel Speeds - Reverse - First
4.50 mile/h
7.20 km/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Third
11.40 mile/h
18.40 km/h
Dimensions (Approximate)
Wheel Base
11.00 ft
3350.00 mm
Hydraulic System - Steering
Maximum System Flow
147 L/min @ 2,111 rpm (38.8 gal/min @ 2,111 rpm)
Engine
High Idle Speed
2270.00 r/min
2270.00 r/min
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
109.00 dB(A)
109.00 dB(A)
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Standard
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.
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression
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.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Ground Clearance to Bottom of Bumper
2.20 ft
665.00 mm
Height to Top of Radiator Guard
7.90 ft
2405.00 mm
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70.00 dB(A)
70.00 dB(A)
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling Systems - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
21.40 gal (US)
81.00 l
Braking System
Service Brakes
Single Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL
Dimensions (Approximate)
Ground Clearance to Transmission Guard
1.20 ft
375.00 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Bumper
6.50 ft
1990.00 mm
Overall Machine Length with Straight Blade
23.50 ft
7157.00 mm
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Standard
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
111.00 dB(A)
111.00 dB(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.
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Suppression
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.
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Standard
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.
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Suppression
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
110.00 dB(A)
110.00 dB(A)
Operating Specifications - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Operating Weight
49652.00 lb
22522.00 kg
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression
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)
Dimensions (Approximate)
Width over Platform
10.30 ft
3140.00 mm
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Standard
Note (2)
The operator sound pressure level uncertainty is ± 2 dB(A)
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Standard
Note (2)
The operator sound pressure level uncertainty is ± 2 dB(A)
Dimensions (Approximate)
Ground Clearance to Hitch
1.20 ft
365.00 mm
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Standard
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.
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Suppression
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.
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression
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.
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Suppression
Note (2)
The operator sound pressure level uncertainty is ± 2 dB(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.
Wheels
Tips per Row
12
Service Refill Capacities
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank*
4.20 gal (US)
16.00 l
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Standard
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
112.00 dB(A)
112.00 dB(A)
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.
Engine - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Net Power (ISO 9249:2007)
249.00 HP
186.00 kW
Engine Power (ISO 14396:2002)
275.00 HP
205.00 kW
High Idle Speed
2270.00 r/min
2270.00 r/min
Low Idle Speed
800.00 r/min
800.00 r/min
Maximum Altitude without Derating
9842.50 ft
3000.00 m
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.
Engine - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Engine Power (ISO 14396:2002)
275.00 HP
205.00 kW
High Idle Speed
2270.00 r/min
2270.00 r/min
Low Idle Speed
800.00 r/min
800.00 r/min
Maximum Altitude without Derating
9842.50 ft
3000.00 m
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.
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
Pilot operated LS valve with EH
Lift/Tilt System
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 2,200 rpm
23.50 gal/min
89.00 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
3190.00 psi
22000.00 kPa
Pilot System
Open center, fixed displacement gear
Pilot Relief Valve Setting
3046.00 psi
21000.00 kPa
Hydraulic System - Steering
Maximum Flow at 2,200 rpm
38.80 gal/min
147.00 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Steering
4003.00 psi
27600.00 kPa
Total Steering Angle
84
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle
3.00 s
3.00 s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle
8.20 s
8.20 s
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height to Top of GPS Antenna
12.10 ft
3701.00 mm
Overall Machine Length with EU Suppression
24.90 ft
7598.00 mm
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Standard
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70.00 dB(A)
70.00 dB(A)
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.
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70.00 dB(A)
70.00 dB(A)
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Standard
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70.00 dB(A)
70.00 dB(A)
Sound Performance - Brazil Mar-1 and China Nonroad Stage III, Equivalent to Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA - Suppression
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70.00 dB(A)
70.00 dB(A)
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Suppression EU
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6393)
107.00 dB(A)
107.00 dB(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
Replaceable
Weld On
Width Between Drums
49.60 in
1261.00 mm
Tip Height
7.50 in
192.00 mm
Blades
Capacity
2.69 yd³
2.06 m³
Overall Width
12.30 ft
3761.00 mm
Height
2.80 ft
860.00 mm
Digging Depth
0.70 ft
222.00 mm
Ground Clearance
2.60 ft
802.00 mm
Maximum Tilt
1.10 ft
346.00 mm
Turning Radius - Outside Corner of Blade
21.10 ft
6437.00 mm
Turning Radius - Inside Face of Pusharm
8.30 ft
2520.00 mm
Weight
1764.00 lb
800.00 kg
Total Operating Weight
49652.00 lb
22522.00 kg
Features
OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL
TOP-TIER SERVICE AND SUPPORT
POWERFUL EFFICIENCY
PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY
OPTIMIZE COMPACTION
Standard Equipment
- NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
- POWER TRAIN
- Advanced Productivity Electronic Control System (APECS)
- Air to air aftercooler
- Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, wet multiple disc service brakes
- Cat clean emission module (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV only)
- Electro-hydraulic parking brake
- Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC)
- Engine, Cat C7.1 (configured for two emissions options): – Tier 4 Final/Stage V – Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
- Engine driven cooling fan – suction
- Fuel priming pump (electric)
- Fuel to air cooler
- Ground level engine shutoff
- Muffler (under hood) (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent only)
- Radiator, unit core
- Starting aid (ether)
- Throttle lock
- Torque converter
- Transmission, planetary, with 3F/3R speed range control
- ELECTRICAL
- Alarm, back-up
- Alternator, 150 amp
- Batteries, maintenance-free
- Electrical system, 24V
- Ground level lockable master disconnect switch
- Lights, directional (rear)
- Light, warning switched (LED strobe)
- Lighting system, (front and rear)
- Starter, electric
- Starting receptacle for emergency start
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- 12V power port for mobile phone or laptop connection
- AccuGrade™ mapping (ready)
- Air conditioner
- Cab, sound-suppressed pressurized
- Cab door, sliding window (LH)
- Cat Compaction Control (ready)
- Cat Detect: Object Detection (ready)
- Coat and hard hat hooks
- Finger tip shifting controls
- Flip-up armrest
- Heater and defroster
- Horn, electric
- Hydraulic controls – seat mounted
- Implement hydraulic lockout
- Instrumentation, gauges: – DEF fluid level (Tier 4 Final/Stage V only) – Engine coolant temperature – Fuel level – Hydraulic oil temperature – Speedometer/tachometer – Torque converter temperature
- Instrumentation, warning indicators: – Action alert system, three categories – Brake oil pressure – Electrical system, low voltage – Engine failure malfunction alert and action lamp – Parking brake status
- Light, (dome) cab
- Lunch box and beverage holders
- Mirror, internal (panoramic)
- Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
- Radio ready for entertainment: – Antenna – Speakers – Converter (12V, 10-15 amp)
- Seat, Cat Premium Plus (leather)
- Seat belt with minder, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
- STIC control system with lockout
- Sun visor, front
- Tinted glass
- Transmission gear (indicator)
- Vital Information Management System (VIMS): – Graphical information display – External data port – Customizable operator profiles – Event indicator light on rear grill
- Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear): – Intermittent wipers (front and rear)
- TIRES, RIMS AND WHEELS
- Wheels, tamping foot
- GUARDS
- Cleaner bars with teeth
- Guards, crankcase and power train
- Guard, driveshaft
- FLUIDS
- Antifreeze, premixed 50% concentration extended life (–34° C/–29° F)
- OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- DEF tank fill gauge
- Doors, service access (locking)
- Ecology drains for engine, radiator, transmission, hydraulic tank
- Engine, crankcase, 500 hour interval with CJ-4 oil
- Emergency platform egress
- Fire suppression ready
- Fuel tank, 500 L (132.1 gal)
- Hitch, drawbar with pin
- Hoses, Cat XT™
- Hydraulic, engine, and transmission oil coolers
- Oil change system, high speed
- Oil sampling valves
- Steering, load sensing
- Total hydraulic filtration system
- Vandalism protection caplocks
- Venturi stack
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – HYDRAULICS
- Hydraulics: – Standard or EU and Canada
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Glass (window): – rubber-mounted glass
- Precleaner (cab): – powered
- Seat (cab): – heated and ventilated
- Mirrors – cab: – Standard or heated
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – POWER TRAIN
- Axles: – Standard or non-spin rear
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
- Engine Precleaners: – Turbine or dual stage
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – ELECTRICAL
- Lights: – Standard or LED
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – FUEL SYSTEMS
- Fuel tank: – Non-fast or fast fill
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
- Product Link: – GSM, satellite
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – CLEANER BARS
- Cleaner bars: – Standard or abrasive
- STANDARD ATTACHMENTS – BLADES
- Blades: – Straight or tilt-straight
Optional Equipment
- NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Camera, rear vision
- Radio, AM/FM/AUX/USB/BLUETOOTH
- Radio, CB (ready)
- TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
- Compaction control, basic
- OTHER ATTACHMENTS
- Sound suppression (required for Brazil)
- FLUIDS
- Antifreeze, –50° C (–58° F)
- STARTING AIDS
- Heater, engine coolant, 120V
- Heater, engine coolant, 240V
- MISCELLANEOUS
- Film (ANSI) (Tier 4 Final/Stage V only)
- EU certification (Tier 4 Final/Stage V only)
- Plate – year of manufacture (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent only)