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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

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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

Bell 315SG

John deere 315SJ

Engine
Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 78 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh
Gross power 52.95 kw
Gross power 55.18 kw
Gross power 65.62 kw
Gross power 68.98 kw
Gross power -
Max torque 260.31 Nm
Max torque 291.5 Nm
Max torque 367.42 Nm
Max torque -
Max torque 382.34 Nm
Net power 49.96 kw
Net power 52.2 kw
Net power 59.66 kw
Net power 64.13 kw
Net power 68.61 kw
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ -
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ 2,300 rpm
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,200 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,200 rpm
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm
Torque rise 0.2 %
Torque rise 0.2 %
Torque rise 0.42 %
Torque rise -
Torque rise 0.46 %
Aspiration -
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration Turbocharged
Bore -
Bore -
Bore -
Bore 10.67 cm
Bore -
Engine make -
Engine make -
Engine make -
Engine make John Deere
Engine make -
Stroke -
Stroke -
Stroke -
Stroke 12.7 cm
Stroke -
Years 1986-1998
Years 1986-1998
Years 1986-1998
Years 1986-1998
Years 1986-1998
Market Average AED 199,000
Market Average AED 199,000
Market Average AED 199,000
Market Average AED 199,000
Market Average AED 199,000
Price AED 181,000
Price AED 181,000
Price AED 181,000
Price AED 181,000
Price AED 181,000
Backhoe
Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.42 m
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 5.52 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.64 m
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe dump height 3.57 m
Backhoe dump height -
Loader
Breakout force 4,241.09 kg
Breakout force 4,241.09 kg
Breakout force 4,036.98 kg
Breakout force 3,265.87 kg
Breakout force 5,057.83 kg
Loader digging depth 45.72 cm
Loader digging depth 10.16 cm
Loader digging depth 20.57 cm
Loader digging depth -
Loader digging depth 16 cm
Loader dump height 3.35 m
Loader dump height 3.35 m
Loader dump height 2.65 m
Loader dump height 2.65 m
Loader dump height 2.71 m
Loader dump reach -
Loader dump reach 0.73 m
Loader dump reach 0.79 m
Loader dump reach 0.76 m
Loader dump reach 0.79 m
General
Bucket capacity 0.99 cu m
Bucket capacity 0.99 cu m
Bucket capacity 0.99 cu m
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity 0.84 cu m
Bucket width 233 cm
Bucket width 233 cm
Bucket width 233 cm
Bucket width 208 cm
Bucket width 218 cm
Displacement 3,916.52 cu cm
Displacement 3,916.52 cu cm
Displacement 4,522.84 cu cm
Displacement 4,501.54 cu cm
Displacement 4,522.84 cu cm
Engine model 4039D
Engine model 4039D
Engine model 4045T
Engine model 4045T
Engine model 4045T
Max speed forward 40.72 kph
Max speed forward 40.72 kph
Max speed forward 41.52 kph
Max speed forward 33.15 kph
Max speed forward 38.46 kph
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating weight 6,282 kg
Operating weight 9,979 kg
Operating weight 6,667 kg
Operating weight 6,667 kg
Operating weight 8,322 kg
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 synchromesh
Transmission type Powershift
Wheelbase 2.1 m
Wheelbase 2.1 m
Wheelbase 2.1 m
Wheelbase 2.1 m
Wheelbase 2.13 m
Lifting capacity -
Lifting capacity -
Lifting capacity -
Lifting capacity -
Lifting capacity 3,265.87 kg
Attachments
Bucket digging force 5,170.96 kg
Bucket digging force 5,229.93 kg
Bucket digging force 5,514.78 kg
Bucket digging force 5,514.01 kg
Bucket digging force 5,438.58 kg
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter
Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter
Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter
Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter
Cooling fluid cap 21.2 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 8.71 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 8.71 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 6.81 liter
Fuel cap 98.41 liter
Fuel cap 105.98 liter
Fuel cap 136.26 liter
Fuel cap 136.64 liter
Fuel cap 155.19 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 79.49 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 79.49 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 90.84 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 90.84 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 90.84 liter
Transmission fluid cap 7.19 liter
Transmission fluid cap 7.19 liter
Transmission fluid cap 14 liter
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap 16.28 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity 13.25 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity 13.25 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity 18.17 liter
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap 8.71 liter
Engine oil cap 8.71 liter
Engine oil cap 8.71 liter
Engine oil cap 8.71 liter
Engine oil cap 13.25 liter
Operating specifications
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 digging depth 5.49 m
Extended backhoe dump height 3.6 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.42 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.36 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.36 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.36 m
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 dump reach -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.43 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.52 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.64 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.64 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.64 m
Tires
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) 11L-15
Front tires size (2WD) 12.5/80-18 10PR
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
Rear tires size 16.9-28 10PR
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Height - top of cab 2.62 m
Height - top of cab 2.74 m
Height - top of cab 2.74 m
Height - top of cab 2.74 m
Height - top of cab 2.8 m
Overall Length 5.52 m
Overall Length 5.64 m
Overall Length 5.27 m
Overall Length 5.27 m
Overall Length 5.27 m
Overall Width 2.38 m
Overall Width 2.26 m
Overall Width 2.35 m
Overall Width 2.38 m
Overall Width 2.5 m
Turning radius 3.02 m
Turning radius 3.6 m
Turning radius 3.6 m
Turning radius -
Turning radius -
Transmission
Max speed reverse 36.69 kph
Max speed reverse 36.69 kph
Max speed reverse 46.35 kph
Max speed reverse 33.15 kph
Max speed reverse 22.53 kph
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 3
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 132.48 lpm
Pump flow cap 132.48 lpm
Pump flow cap 136.26 lpm
Pump flow cap 136.26 lpm
Pump flow cap 136.26 lpm
Pump type Open center
Pump type Open center
Pump type Open center
Pump type Open center
Pump type Tandem gear
Relief valve pressure 186.16 bar
Relief valve pressure 186.16 bar
Relief valve pressure 249.93 bar
Relief valve pressure 249.93 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.
performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

5.0

features

5.0

Valuation

Last 12 month
1986

John deere 315 similar models

Highlight differences
John deere 315C
John deere 302A
John deere 310SG
Engine
Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 35 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage -
Gross power 52.95 kw
Gross power 38.78 kw
Gross power 55.41 kw
Max torque 260.31 Nm
Max torque 174.9 Nm
Max torque 174.9 Nm
Net power 49.96 kw
Net power 37.29 kw
Net power 52.42 kw
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders 3
Number of cylinders 3
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ 2,500 rpm
Power measured @ 2,500 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,200 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,300 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,300 rpm
Torque rise 0.2 %
Torque rise -
Torque rise 38 %
Bore -
Bore 10.41 cm
Bore 9.4 cm
Engine make -
Engine make John Deere
Engine make -
Stroke -
Stroke 11.18 cm
Stroke 11.94 cm
Aspiration -
Aspiration -
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Emissions -
Emissions -
Emissions Tier 2
Years 1986-1998
Years 1978-1983
Years 1996-2021
Market Average AED 199,000
Market Average AED 121,000
Market Average AED 605,000
Price AED 181,000
Price AED 104,000
Price AED 182,000
Backhoe
Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.18 m
Backhoe digging depth 4,420 mm
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.33 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.3 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 5,560 m
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe dump height 3.44 m
Backhoe dump height 3,430 m
Bucket rotation -
Bucket rotation -
Bucket rotation 190 degrees
Backhoe dump reach -
Backhoe dump reach -
Backhoe dump reach 1,190 m
Loader
Breakout force 4,241.09 kg
Breakout force 2,267.96 kg
Breakout force 45.4 kN
Loader digging depth 45.72 cm
Loader digging depth -
Loader digging depth 147 mm
Loader dump height 3.35 m
Loader dump height 2.5 m
Loader dump height 2,590 mm
Loader dump reach -
Loader dump reach 0.73 m
Loader dump reach 911 mm
General
Bucket capacity 0.99 cu m
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity 0.21 m3
Bucket width 233 cm
Bucket width 206 cm
Bucket width 610 mm
Displacement 3,916.52 cu cm
Displacement 2,700.59 cu cm
Displacement 3,326.58 cu cm
Engine model 4039D
Engine model -
Engine model Cat C3.3B
Max speed forward 40.72 kph
Max speed forward 25.43 kph
Max speed forward 33 kph
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage -
Operating weight 6,282 kg
Operating weight 2,840 kg
Operating weight 6,124 kg
Transmission type 4-speed helical gear, synchronized, collar shift transmission with hydraulic reverser
Transmission type Powershuttle
Transmission type Collar Shift
Wheelbase 2.1 m
Wheelbase 1.95 m
Wheelbase 2.18 m
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
Attachments
Bucket digging force 5,170.96 kg
Bucket digging force 3,360.04 kg
Bucket digging force -
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter
Cooling fluid cap 11.73 liter
Cooling fluid cap 3.03 liters
Front axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity 8.5 liter
Fuel cap 98.41 liter
Fuel cap 73.81 liter
Fuel cap 73.81 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 79.49 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 37.85 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 32.17 liter
Transmission fluid cap 7.19 liter
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap 77.59 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity 16 liter
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap 8.71 liter
Engine oil cap 8.71 liter
Engine oil cap 8.5 liter
Operating specifications
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.15 m
Extended backhoe digging depth -
Extended backhoe digging depth -
Extended backhoe dump height 3.6 m
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump reach 7.71 m
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.43 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel -
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) 11L-16,8PRF3/10.5/-18,8PRTG2
Front tires size (2WD) 11L-15
Front tires size (2WD) 7.50-16
Rear tires size 16.9-28,10PR,R1/R4
Rear tires size 14.9-24
Rear tires size 16.9-24
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Ground clearance 0.3 m
Ground clearance 0.4 m
Height - top of cab 2.62 m
Height - top of cab 2.32 m
Height - top of cab -
Overall Length 5.52 m
Overall Length 4.69 m
Overall Length 3.08 m
Overall Width 2.38 m
Overall Width 1.92 m
Overall Width 1.92 m
Turning radius 3.02 m
Turning radius -
Turning radius -
Front tread range -
Front tread range 157.23 cm
Front 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 36.69 kph
Max speed reverse 40.72 kph
Max speed reverse -
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 8
Number of forward gears 8
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 8
Number of reverse gears 4
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 132.48 lpm
Pump flow cap 105.98 lpm
Pump flow cap 87.06 lpm
Pump type Open center
Pump type Closed center
Pump type Gear open center
Relief valve pressure 186.16 bar
Relief valve pressure 162.02 bar
Relief valve pressure 34.47 bar

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