SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 315C vs Caterpillar 428C
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 315C and the Caterpillar 428C. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 315C52.9 kW (71 HP)
Caterpillar 428C55.9 kW (75 HP)
Weight
John Deere 315C6282.2 kg (13850 lbs)
Caterpillar 428C6300.4 kg (13890 lbs)
Operating Weight
John Deere 315C6282.2 kg (13850 lbs)
Caterpillar 428C6300.4 kg (13890 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 315C Backhoe Loaders | Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 52.9 kW (71 HP) | 55.9 kW (75 HP) |
| Weight | 6282.2 kg (13850 lbs) | 6300.4 kg (13890 lbs) |
| Transmission | Helical gear | Power Shuttle |
| Pump Capacity | 132.5 LPM (35 GPM) | 163.2 LPM (43.1 GPM) |
| Lift Capacity | 2585.5 kg (5700 lbs) | — |
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | Caterpillar |
| Engine Model | 4039 D | 3054 |
| Gross Power | 52.9 kW (71 HP) | 55.9 kW (75 HP) |
| Net Power | 50.0 kW (67 HP) | 58.2 kW (78 HP) |
| No Of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement | 3916.5 cc (239 cu in) | 4000.1 cc (244.1 cu in) |
| Power Measured | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Torque Measured | 1200 RPM | — |
| Max Torque (Net ) | 86.2 kg (190 lbs) | — |
| Torque Rise (Net ) | 0.2 | 0.15 |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 65 A | 52 A |
| Fuel Capacity | 98.4 l (26 gal) | 128.3 l (33.9 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.7 l (2.3 gal) | 7.6 l (2 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | 16.3 l (4.3 gal) | 18.9 l (5 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 79.5 l (21 gal) | 79.1 l (20.9 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 7.2 l (1.9 gal) | 15.1 l (4 gal) |
| Front Axle Oil Capacity | 22.7 l (6 gal) | — |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed helical gear, synchronized collar shift with hydraulic reverser | Power Shuttle |
| No Of Forward Gears | 4 | 4 |
| No Of Reverse Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 40.7 km/h (25.3 mph) | 31.9 km/h (19.8 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 36.7 km/h (22.8 mph) | 31.9 km/h (19.8 mph) |
| Pump Type | Gear pump | Piston |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 132.5 LPM (35 GPM) | 163.2 LPM (43.1 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 186.2 bar (2700 psi) | 206.8 bar (3000 psi) |
| Dig Depth | 426.7 cm (168 in) | 487.7 cm (192 in) |
| Dig Depth (Extended) | 518.2 cm (204 in) | 579.1 cm (228 in) |
| Bucket Dig Force | 5248.1 kg (11570 lbs) | — |
| Bucket Dig Force (E-Stick Extended) | 5170.9 kg (11400 lbs) | — |
| Loading Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Loading Height (Extended) | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 457.2 cm (180 in) |
| Reach At Load Height | 670.6 cm (264 in) | 152.4 cm (60 in) |
| Reach At Load Height (Extended) | 762.0 cm (300 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Dump Height | 335.3 cm (132 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Reach From Swivel (Extended) | 640.1 cm (252 in) | 670.6 cm (264 in) |
| Lift Capacity At Full Height | 2585.5 kg (5700 lbs) | — |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity | 1814.4 kg (4000 lbs) | — |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity (Extended) | 1678.3 kg (3700 lbs) | — |
| Operating Weight | 6282.2 kg (13850 lbs) | 6300.4 kg (13890 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity | 1.0 m³ (1.25 cu yds) | 1.0 m³ (1.31 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 233.7 cm (92 in) | 239.5 cm (94.3 in) |
| Bucket Breakout Force | 4241.1 kg (9350 lbs) | — |
| Reach From Swivel | 548.6 cm (216 in) | 548.6 cm (216 in) |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 304.8 cm (120 in) |
| Overall Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Overall Length | 548.6 cm (216 in) | 579.1 cm (228 in) |
| Overall Width | 243.8 cm (96 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Wheelbase | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Turning Radius | 304.8 cm (120 in) | 823.0 cm (324 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 30.5 cm (12 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Aspiration | — | Naturally |
| Rear Axle Oil Capacity | — | 24.2 l (6.4 gal) |
| Reach At Max Dump Height | — | 91.4 cm (36 in) |
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