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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 815K continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency.

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C7.1 ACERT™: configured for two emissions options
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
Net Power
248.00 hp
185.00 kW
Rated Power (SAE J1349) – Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
248.00 hp
185.00 kW
Rated Power (Net ISO 9249) – Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
248.00 hp
185.00 kW
Gross Power (SAE J1995) – Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
284.00 hp
212.00 kW
Gross Power (ISO 14396) – Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
274.00 hp
204.00 kW
Maximum Net Torque @ 1,400 rpm – Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
899.00 lbf-ft
1219.00 N·m
Torque Rise - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
52%
Rated Power (SAE J1349) – Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
249.00 hp
186.00 kW
Rated Power (Net ISO 9249) – Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
249.00 hp
186.00 kW
Gross Power (SAE J1995) – Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
286.00 hp
213.00 kW
Gross Power (ISO 14396) – Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
275.00 hp
205.00 kW
Bore
4.10 in
105.00 mm
Stroke
5.30 in
135.00 mm
Displacement
427.80 in3
7.01 L
High Idle Speed
2270.00 rpm
2270.00 rpm
Low Idle Speed
800.00 rpm
800.00 rpm

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight
49353.00 lb
22386.00 kg
Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV)
49353.00 lb
22386.00 kg
Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent)
48740.00 lb
22108.00 kg

Transmission

Transmission Type
Planetary – Powershift – ECPC
Travel Speeds: Forward – First
4.20 mph
6.70 km/h
Travel Speeds: Forward – Second
7.50 mph
12.00 km/h
Travel Speeds - Forward - Third
13.20 mile/h
21.20 km/h
Travel Speeds: Reverse – First
4.80 mph
7.70 km/h
Travel Speeds: Reverse – Second
8.50 mph
13.70 km/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Third
15.00 mile/h
24.20 km/h

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow at 2,111 rpm
23.50 gal/min
89.00 L/min
Main Relief Pressure
3190.00 psi
22000.00 kPa
Maximum Supply Pressure
2930.00 psi
20200.00 kPa
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore and Stroke
101.6 mm × 627 mm (4 in × 24.7 in)
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore and Stroke
101.6 mm × 167 mm (4 in × 6.6 in)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System – Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
21.40 gal
81.00 L
Engine Crankcase
5.30 gal
20.00 L
Transmission
14.80 gal
56.00 L
Fuel Tank
132.10 gal
500.00 L
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV only)
4.20 gal
16.00 L
Differentials and Final Drives – Front
17.20 gal
65.00 L
Differentials and Final Drives – Rear
17.20 gal
65.00 L
Hydraulic Tank Only
19.80 gal
75.00 L

Axles

Front
Planetary – Fixed
Rear
Planetary – Oscillating
Oscillation Angle
±10°

Brakes

Parking Brake
Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released

Cab – Standard

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
71.00 dB(A)
71.00 dB(A)

Cab - Standard

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) Tier 4/Stage IV
111.00 dB(A)
111.00 dB(A)

Cab – Standard

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
112.00 dB(A)
112.00 dB(A)

Cab – Suppression

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
70.00 dB(A)
70.00 dB(A)

Hydraulic System – Steering

Steering System – Circuit
Closed Center Load Sensing
Bore
4.00 in
101.60 mm
Stroke
23.50 in
597.00 mm
Steering System – Pump
Piston – Variable Displacement
Maximum System Flow
147 L/min @ 2,111 rpm (38.8 gal/min @ 2,111 rpm)
Steering Pressure Limited
4003.00 psi
27600.00 kPa

Hydraulic System - Steering

Vehicle Articulation Angle
84 degrees

Blades

Width – Moldboard Length
11.98 ft
3652.00 mm
Height - Including Cutting Edge
2.82 ft
860.00 mm
Maximum Depth of Cut
0.73 ft
222.00 mm
Maximum Lift Above Ground
2.63 ft
802.00 mm
Blade Tilt Angle - Right - Hydraulic
4,8°
Blade Tilt Angle - Left - Hydraulic
5,5°
Blade Tilt Adjustment - Right
1.00 ft
305.00 mm
Blade Tilt Adjustment - Left
1.14 ft
346.00 mm
Total Tilt Adjustment
2.14 ft
651.00 mm
Width Over End Bits
12.34 ft
3761.00 mm

Wheels

Weight
9720.00 lb
4409.00 kg
Outside Diameter
4.63 ft
1412.00 mm
Drum Diameter
3.38 ft
1029.00 mm
Drum Width
3.25 ft
991.00 mm
Tips per Wheel
60
Width - Over Drums
10.64 ft
3243.00 mm

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height to Top of Beacon
12.95 ft
3946.00 mm
Height to Top of Exhaust Pipe
10.97 ft
3344.00 mm
Height to Top of Hood
8.42 ft
2566.00 mm
Ground Clearance to Bumper
2.18 ft
665.00 mm
Center Line of Rear Axle to Bumper
6.53 ft
1990.00 mm
Hitch to Center Line of Front Axle
5.50 ft
1675.00 mm
Wheelbase
10.99 ft
3350.00 mm
Length with Blade on Ground
23.48 ft
7157.00 mm
Ground Clearance
1.23 ft
375.00 mm
Width over Wheels
10.64 ft
3243.00 mm
Height - Top of Cab Roof
11.98 ft
3650.00 mm
Turning Radius - Inside of Push Arms
8.27 ft
2520.00 mm

Engine

Maximum Net Torque @ 1,400 rpm – Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
749.00 lbf-ft
1016.00 N·m
Torque Rise - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
26%
Maximum Altitude without Derating
9842.52 ft
3000.00 m

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System – Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
19.30 gal
73.00 L
Note
All non-road Tier 4 Final and Stage IV 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.

Cab - Suppression

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) Tier 4/Stage IV
109.00 dB(A)
109.00 dB(A)

Cab – Suppression

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
110.00 dB(A)
110.00 dB(A)

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C7.1: configured for two emissions options
Net Power
248.00 HP
185.00 kW
Bore
4.10 in
105.00 mm
Stroke
5.30 in
135.00 mm
Displacement
427.80 in³
7.01 l

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
Width - Over End Bits
12.34 ft
3761.00 mm

Axles

Oscillation Angle
±10 درجة

Blades

Width - Moldboard Length
11.98 ft
3652.00 mm

Braking System

Parking Brake
Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released

Cab - Standard

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
112.00 dB(A)
112.00 dB(A)
Operator Sound Level - ISO 6396
71.00 dB(A)
71.00 dB(A)

Cab - Suppression

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
110.00 dB(A)
110.00 dB(A)
Operator Sound Level - ISO 6396
70.00 dB(A)
70.00 dB(A)

Dimensions (Approximate)

Centerline of Rear Axle to Bumper
6.53 ft
1990.00 mm
Ground Clearance
1.23 ft
375.00 mm
Ground Clearance - Bumper
2.18 ft
665.00 mm
Height - Top of Beacon
12.95 ft
3946.00 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
10.97 ft
3344.00 mm
Height - Top of Hood
8.42 ft
2566.00 mm
Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle
5.50 ft
1675.00 mm
Length - With Blade on Ground
23.48 ft
7157.00 mm
Wheel Base
10.99 ft
3350.00 mm
Width - Over Wheels
10.64 ft
3243.00 mm

Engine

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
Gross Power - ISO 14396 - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
275.00 HP
205.00 kW
Gross Power - ISO 14396 - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
274.00 HP
204.00 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995 - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
286.00 HP
213.00 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995 - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
284.00 HP
212.00 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
9842.52 ft
3000.00 m
Maximum Net Torque - 1,400 rpm - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
749.00 lb/ft
1016.00 N·m
Maximum Net Torque - 1,400 rpm - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
899.00 lb/ft
1219.00 N·m
Rated Power (Net ISO 9249) - Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
249.00 HP
186.00 kW
Rated Power (Net ISO 9249) - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
248.00 HP
185.00 kW
Rated Power (SAE J1349) - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
249.00 HP
186.00 kW
Rated Power (SAE J1349) - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
248.00 HP
185.00 kW

Hydraulic System

Main Relief Pressure
3190.00 psi
22000.00 kPa
Maximum Supply Pressure
2930.00 psi
20200.00 kPa
Pump Flow at 2,111 rpm
23.50 gal/min
89.00 l/min

Hydraulic System - Steering

Bore
4.00 in
101.60 mm
Maximum System Flow
147 L/min @ 2,111 rpm (38.8 gal/min @ 2,111 rpm)
Steering Pressure Limited
4003.00 psi
27600.00 kPa
Steering System - Circuit
Closed Center Load Sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston – Variable Displacement
Stroke
23.50 in
597.00 mm

Operating Specifications

Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent)
48740.00 lb
22108.00 kg
Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV)
49353.00 lb
22386.00 kg
Operating Weight
49353.00 lb
22386.00 kg

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent
19.30 gal (US)
73.00 l
Cooling System - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
21.40 gal (US)
81.00 l
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
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
17.20 gal (US)
65.00 l
Engine Crankcase
5.30 gal (US)
20.00 l
Fuel Tank
132.10 gal (US)
500.00 l
Hydraulic Tank Only
19.80 gal (US)
75.00 l
Note
All non-road Tier 4 Final and Stage IV 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
14.80 gal (US)
56.00 l

Transmission

Transmission Type
Planetengetriebe – Lastschaltgetriebe – ECPC (Electronic Clutch Pressure Control, Elektronische Kupplungsdrucksteuerung)
Travel Speeds - Forward - First
4.20 mile/h
6.70 km/h
Travel Speeds - Forward - Second
7.50 mile/h
12.00 km/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - First
4.80 mile/h
7.70 km/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Second
8.50 mile/h
13.70 km/h
Features

POWERFUL EFFICIENCY

LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY

PERFORMANCE WITH LESS FUEL

OPTIMIZE COMPACTION

OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL

PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY

BUILT-IN SAFETY FEATURES

REDUCE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

TOP-TIER SERVICE AND SUPPORT

Sales Features

Efficiency and Productivity

Delivering the efficiency and productivity you demand through integrated machine systems.

Structures

Purpose-built from the ground up for the toughest conditions.

Engine and Power Train

Operate more efficiently with improved power and control.

Tamping Wheels and Tips

The heart of any compaction system.

Operator Station

Best-in-class operator comfort and ergonomics.

Integrated Technologies

Monitor, manage, and enhance job site operations.

Safety

Making your safety our priority.

Sustainability

Stewards of the environment.

Serviceability

Enabling high uptime by reducing your service time.

Customer Support

Your Cat dealers know how to keep your machines productive.

Operating Costs

Save time and money by working smart.
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 IV – 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 IV 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 Comfort (cloth) air suspension
    • 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): – Standard bonded or rubber-mounted glass
    • Precleaner – cab: – Standard or powered
    • Seat – cab: – Standard or 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 IV only)
    • EU certification (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV only)
    • Plate – year of manufacture (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent only)