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Name: John deere 315C Backhoe loaders Specs & Dimensions | Research
Brand: John deere
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Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)

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1986-1998

4.3 m Backhoe digging depth

0.99 cu m Bucket capacity

52.95 kw Gross power

3.35 m Loader dump height

260.31 Nm Max torque

6,282 kg Operating weight

A mid-size, contractor-focused backhoe loader, the John Deere 315 steps up from the 302 with more power, deeper digging, and a larger loader bucket. With nearly 1 m³ capacity and 4.3 m backhoe depth, it suits site prep, utilities, and small construction projects.

Gross power 52.95 kW

Operating weight ~6,282 kg

Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m

Bucket capacity 0.99 cu m

Loader dump height 3.35 m

Max torque 260.31 Nm

Price range AED 181K–199K

Makana rating

Owner rating

| 2

Market average

AED 199,000

Starting from

AED 181,000

John deere 315 technical specifications

Highlight differences

John deere 315C

John deere 315D

John deere 315SE

John deere 315SJ

John deere JD315SG

Engine

Alternator supplied amperage

Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh

Alternator supplied amperage 78 Amh

Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh

Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh

Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh

Gross power

Gross power 52.95 kw

Gross power 55.18 kw

Gross power 65.62 kw

Gross power -

Gross power 68.98 kw

Net power

Net power 49.96 kw

Net power 52.2 kw

Net power 59.66 kw

Net power 68.61 kw

Net power 64.13 kw

Number of cylinders

Number of cylinders 4

Number of cylinders -

Number of cylinders 4

Power measured @

Power measured @ 2,200 rpm

Power measured @ -

Power measured @ 2,200 rpm

Power measured @ 2,000 rpm

Power measured @ 2,300 rpm

Torque measured @

Torque measured @ 1,200 rpm

Torque measured @ -

Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm

Torque measured @ -

Torque rise

Torque rise 0.2 %

Torque rise 0.42 %

Torque rise 0.46 %

Torque rise -

Aspiration

Aspiration -

Aspiration Naturally aspirated

Aspiration Turbocharged

Bore

Bore -

Bore 10.67 cm

Engine make

Engine make -

Engine make John Deere

Stroke

Stroke -

Stroke 12.7 cm

Years

Years 1986-1998

Market Average

Market Average AED 199,000

Price

Price AED 181,000

General

Backhoe digging depth

Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m

Backhoe digging depth 4.42 m

Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m

Bucket capacity

Bucket capacity 0.99 cu m

Bucket capacity 0.84 cu m

Bucket capacity -

Bucket digging force

Bucket digging force 5,170.96 kg

Bucket digging force 5,229.93 kg

Bucket digging force 5,514.78 kg

Bucket digging force 5,438.58 kg

Bucket digging force 5,514.01 kg

Bucket width

Bucket width 233 cm

Bucket width 218 cm

Bucket width 208 cm

Displacement

Displacement 3,916.52 cu cm

Displacement 4,522.84 cu cm

Displacement 4,501.54 cu cm

Engine model

Engine model 4039D

Engine model 4045T

Loader dump height

Loader dump height 3.35 m

Loader dump height 2.65 m

Loader dump height 2.71 m

Loader dump height 2.65 m

Max speed forward

Max speed forward 40.72 kph

Max speed forward 41.52 kph

Max speed forward 38.46 kph

Max speed forward 33.15 kph

Max torque

Max torque 260.31 Nm

Max torque 291.5 Nm

Max torque 367.42 Nm

Max torque 382.34 Nm

Max torque -

Operating voltage

Operating voltage 12 V

Operating weight

Operating weight 6,282 kg

Operating weight 9,979 kg

Operating weight 6,667 kg

Operating weight 8,322 kg

Operating weight 6,667 kg

Transmission type

Transmission type 4-speed helical gear, synchronized, collar shift transmission with hydraulic reverser

Transmission type 4-speed helical gear, synchronized in all four gears, collar shift with hydraulic reverser

Transmission type 4-speed, helical cut gear, collar shift transmission synchronized in all gears with hydraulic reverser

Transmission type Powershift

Transmission type synchromesh

Turning radius

Turning radius 3.02 m

Turning radius 3.6 m

Turning radius -

Wheelbase

Wheelbase 2.1 m

Wheelbase 2.13 m

Wheelbase 2.1 m

Loader dump reach

Loader dump reach -

Loader dump reach 0.73 m

Loader dump reach 0.79 m

Loader dump reach 0.76 m

Lifting capacity

Lifting capacity -

Lifting capacity 3,265.87 kg

Lifting capacity -

Backhoe dump height

Backhoe dump height -

Backhoe dump height 3.57 m

Backhoe

Backhoe reach from swivel

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.33 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.43 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.52 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.64 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.52 m

Loader

Breakout force

Breakout force 4,241.09 kg

Breakout force 4,036.98 kg

Breakout force 5,057.83 kg

Breakout force 3,265.87 kg

Loader digging depth

Loader digging depth 45.72 cm

Loader digging depth 10.16 cm

Loader digging depth 20.57 cm

Loader digging depth 16 cm

Loader digging depth -

Service refill capacities

Cooling fluid cap

Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter

Cooling fluid cap 21.2 liter

Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter

Front axle fluid capacity

Front axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter

Front axle fluid capacity 8.71 liter

Front axle fluid capacity 6.81 liter

Front axle fluid capacity 8.71 liter

Fuel cap

Fuel cap 98.41 liter

Fuel cap 105.98 liter

Fuel cap 136.26 liter

Fuel cap 155.19 liter

Fuel cap 136.64 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap

Hydraulic fluid cap 79.49 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap 90.84 liter

Transmission fluid cap

Transmission fluid cap 7.19 liter

Transmission fluid cap 14 liter

Transmission fluid cap 16.28 liter

Transmission fluid cap -

Rear axle fluid capacity

Rear axle fluid capacity -

Rear axle fluid capacity 13.25 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity 18.17 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity 13.25 liter

Refill capacities

Engine oil cap

Engine oil cap 8.71 liter

Engine oil cap 13.25 liter

Engine oil cap 8.71 liter

Operating specifications

Extended backhoe digging depth

Extended backhoe digging depth 5.15 m

Extended backhoe digging depth 4.42 m

Extended backhoe digging depth 5.49 m

Extended backhoe digging depth 5.46 m

Extended backhoe dump height

Extended backhoe dump height 3.6 m

Extended backhoe dump height 4.42 m

Extended backhoe dump height 4.36 m

Extended backhoe dump reach

Extended backhoe dump reach 7.71 m

Extended backhoe dump reach 7.74 m

Extended backhoe dump reach 8.05 m

Extended backhoe dump reach -

Extended backhoe reach from swivel

Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.43 m

Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.52 m

Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.64 m

Tires

Front tires size (2WD)

Front tires size (2WD) 11L-16,8PRF3/10.5/-18,8PRTG2

Front tires size (2WD) 11L-16,12PR F3/10.5/-18,8PRTG2

Front tires size (2WD) 11L-15,8PR F3/12.5/80-18,10PR

Front tires size (2WD) 12.5/80-18 10PR

Front tires size (2WD) 11L-15

Rear tires size

Rear tires size 16.9-28,10PR,R1/R4

Rear tires size 16.9-28,8PR, R4

Rear tires size 16.9-24,8PR R4/19.5L-24,8PRR4

Rear tires size 16.9-28 10PR

Rear tires size 16.9-28

Dimensions

Ground clearance

Ground clearance 0.37 m

Ground clearance -

Height - top of cab

Height - top of cab 2.62 m

Height - top of cab 2.74 m

Height - top of cab 2.8 m

Height - top of cab 2.74 m

Overall Length

Overall Length 5.52 m

Overall Length 5.64 m

Overall Length 5.27 m

Overall Width

Overall Width 2.38 m

Overall Width 2.26 m

Overall Width 2.35 m

Overall Width 2.5 m

Overall Width 2.38 m

Transmission

Max speed reverse

Max speed reverse 36.69 kph

Max speed reverse 46.35 kph

Max speed reverse 22.53 kph

Max speed reverse 33.15 kph

Number of forward gears

Number of forward gears 4

Number of reverse gears

Number of reverse gears 4

Number of reverse gears 3

Number of reverse gears 4

Hydraulic system

Pump flow cap

Pump flow cap 132.48 lpm

Pump flow cap 136.26 lpm

Pump type

Pump type Open center

Pump type Tandem gear

Pump type Open center

Relief valve pressure

Relief valve pressure 186.16 bar

Relief valve pressure 249.93 bar

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John deere 315 expert review

Reviewed by Jed H. on January 28, 2026

Overview

The John Deere 315 backhoe loader offers 52.95 kW of power, a 0.99 m³ bucket, and 4.3 m digging depth, positioning it between compact models and full-size machines.

Pros Larger bucket boosts productivity, deeper digging than 302A, balanced size for mixed job sites.

Cons Older cab ergonomics and lower power than modern backhoe loaders.

Efficiency

The 52.95 kW engine and near-1 m³ bucket support steady trenching and loading productivity.

In Cabin

Functional controls and basic seating reflect its older-generation design.

In Comparison

Compared with John Deere 302A and 310SG, the 315 sits squarely in the middle for size and capability.

Final Verdict

A 3-star mid-size backhoe loader aimed at practical utility and site preparation work.

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John deere 315 owner rating

John deere 315 Backhoe loaders [1986-1998]

1986-1998

Overall rating

Based on 2 ratings

4.5

performance

4.5

comfort

4.5

fuel efficiency

4.5

safety

5.0

features

4.5

5 stars

50 %

4 stars

50 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros

Bigger bucket makes loading trucks noticeably faster.

Cons

Cabin comfort feels dated on long workdays.

Submitted by on Jan 28, 2026 / John deere 315 Backhoe loaders / Purchased on Dec, 2017

performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

5.0

features

5.0

Valuation

1986

John deere 315 similar models

Highlight differences

John deere JD315SG

John deere 302A

John deere JD310SG

Engine

Alternator supplied amperage

Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh

Alternator supplied amperage 35 Amh

Alternator supplied amperage -

Aspiration

Aspiration Turbocharged

Aspiration -

Aspiration Naturally aspirated

Bore

Bore 10.67 cm

Bore 10.41 cm

Bore 9.4 cm

Engine make

Engine make John Deere

Engine make -

Gross power

Gross power 68.98 kw

Gross power 38.78 kw

Gross power 55.41 kw

Net power

Net power 64.13 kw

Net power 37.29 kw

Net power 52.42 kw

Number of cylinders

Number of cylinders 4

Number of cylinders 3

Power measured @

Power measured @ 2,300 rpm

Power measured @ 2,500 rpm

Stroke

Stroke 12.7 cm

Stroke 11.18 cm

Stroke 11.94 cm

Torque measured @

Torque measured @ -

Torque measured @ 1,300 rpm

Emissions

Emissions -

Emissions Tier 2

Torque rise

Torque rise -

Torque rise 38 %

Years

Years 1986-1998

Years 1978-1983

Years 1996-2021

Market Average

Market Average AED 199,000

Market Average AED 121,000

Market Average AED 605,000

Price

Price AED 181,000

Price AED 104,000

Price AED 182,000

General

Backhoe digging depth

Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m

Backhoe digging depth 4.18 m

Backhoe digging depth 4,420 mm

Backhoe dump height

Backhoe dump height 3.57 m

Backhoe dump height 3.44 m

Backhoe dump height 3,430 m

Bucket digging force

Bucket digging force 5,514.01 kg

Bucket digging force 3,360.04 kg

Bucket digging force -

Bucket width

Bucket width 208 cm

Bucket width 206 cm

Bucket width 610 mm

Displacement

Displacement 4,501.54 cu cm

Displacement 2,700.59 cu cm

Displacement 3,326.58 cu cm

Engine model

Engine model 4045T

Engine model -

Engine model Cat C3.3B

Loader dump height

Loader dump height 2.65 m

Loader dump height 2.5 m

Loader dump height 2,590 mm

Loader dump reach

Loader dump reach 0.76 m

Loader dump reach 0.73 m

Loader dump reach 911 mm

Max speed forward

Max speed forward 33.15 kph

Max speed forward 25.43 kph

Max speed forward 33 kph

Operating voltage

Operating voltage 12 V

Operating voltage -

Operating weight

Operating weight 6,667 kg

Operating weight 2,840 kg

Operating weight 6,124 kg

Transmission type

Transmission type synchromesh

Transmission type Powershuttle

Transmission type Collar Shift

Wheelbase

Wheelbase 2.1 m

Wheelbase 1.95 m

Wheelbase 2.18 m

Max torque

Max torque -

Max torque 174.9 Nm

Lifting capacity

Lifting capacity -

Lifting capacity 3,332 kg

Tire size

Tire size -

Tire size (F) 12.5/80-18, 10 PR, (R) 19.5L-24, 8 PR R4

Bucket capacity

Bucket capacity -

Bucket capacity 0.21 m3

Backhoe

Backhoe reach from swivel

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.52 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.3 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 5,560 m

Bucket rotation

Bucket rotation -

Bucket rotation 190 degrees

Backhoe dump reach

Backhoe dump reach -

Backhoe dump reach 1,190 m

Loader

Breakout force

Breakout force 3,265.87 kg

Breakout force 2,267.96 kg

Breakout force 45.4 kN

Loader digging depth

Loader digging depth -

Loader digging depth 147 mm

Service refill capacities

Cooling fluid cap

Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter

Cooling fluid cap 11.73 liter

Cooling fluid cap 3.03 liters

Front axle fluid capacity

Front axle fluid capacity 8.71 liter

Front axle fluid capacity -

Front axle fluid capacity 8.5 liter

Fuel cap

Fuel cap 136.64 liter

Fuel cap 73.81 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap

Hydraulic fluid cap 90.84 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap 37.85 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap 32.17 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity

Rear axle fluid capacity 13.25 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity -

Rear axle fluid capacity 16 liter

Transmission fluid cap

Transmission fluid cap -

Transmission fluid cap 77.59 liter

Refill capacities

Engine oil cap

Engine oil cap 8.71 liter

Engine oil cap 8.5 liter

Operating specifications

Extended backhoe digging depth

Extended backhoe digging depth 5.46 m

Extended backhoe digging depth -

Extended backhoe dump height

Extended backhoe dump height 4.36 m

Extended backhoe dump height -

Extended backhoe reach from swivel

Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.64 m

Extended backhoe reach from swivel -

Rack back angle

Rack back angle -

Rack back angle 45 º

Brake system

Brake system -

Brake system Power-assisted, hydraulic wet disc, mounted inboard, self adjusting and self equalizing

Cab sound

Cab sound -

Cab sound 97 dBA

Exterior sound

Exterior sound -

Exterior sound 111 dBA

Tires

Front tires size (2WD)

Front tires size (2WD) 11L-15

Front tires size (2WD) 7.50-16

Rear tires size

Rear tires size 16.9-28

Rear tires size 14.9-24

Rear tires size 16.9-24

Dimensions

Height - top of cab

Height - top of cab 2.74 m

Height - top of cab 2.32 m

Height - top of cab -

Overall Length

Overall Length 5.27 m

Overall Length 4.69 m

Overall Length 3.08 m

Overall Width

Overall Width 2.38 m

Overall Width 1.92 m

Front tread range

Front tread range -

Front tread range 157.23 cm

Front tread range -

Ground clearance

Ground clearance -

Ground clearance 0.3 m

Ground clearance 0.4 m

Rear tread range

Rear tread range -

Rear tread range 152.15 cm

Rear tread range -

Transport length

Transport length -

Transport length 7 m

Transport width

Transport width -

Transport width 2 m

Transmission

Max speed reverse

Max speed reverse 33.15 kph

Max speed reverse 40.72 kph

Max speed reverse -

Number of forward gears

Number of forward gears 4

Number of forward gears 8

Number of reverse gears

Number of reverse gears 4

Number of reverse gears 8

Number of reverse gears 4

Hydraulic system

Pump flow cap

Pump flow cap 136.26 lpm

Pump flow cap 105.98 lpm

Pump flow cap 87.06 lpm

Pump type

Pump type Open center

Pump type Closed center

Pump type Gear open center

Relief valve pressure

Relief valve pressure 249.93 bar

Relief valve pressure 162.02 bar

Relief valve pressure 34.47 bar

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