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315 GC Hydraulic Excavator

COMPACT WITH LOW OWNING AND OPERATING COSTS

The Cat® 315 GC Excavator fits your jobsite and your wallet. Simplified maintenance points, long maintenance intervals, and fuel-saving features and components keep owning and operating costs low. Combined with its compact radius design and a large, ergonomic cab, the 315 GC keeps you working efficiently and comfortably – all at a low cost-per-hour.

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Benefits

LOWER FUEL CONSUMPTION

Two power modes and an updated control valve and electro-hydraulic pump minimize fuel use and increase engine efficiency.

LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS

With extended and more synchronized maintenance intervals, expect lower maintenance costs compared to the 315F.

ENHANCED COMFORT

Large cab provides the space and visibility you need to keep you working comfortably and safely all day long.

LOWER CO2 EMISSIONS

The 315 GC emits lower CO2 emissions compared to the 315F.

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  • Air Conditioning System
    Air Conditioning
    The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.8 hg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.144 metric tonnes.
  • Dimensions
    Boom
    Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
    Bucket
    GD 0.68 m³ (0.89 yd³)
    Counterweight Clearance
    2.9 ft
    Ground Clearance
    1.4 ft
    Handrail Height
    9.4 ft
    Length to Center of Rollers
    10 ft
    Shipping Height - Top of Cab
    9.3 ft
    Shipping Length
    24.5 ft
    Shipping Length - with Blade
    26.3 ft
    Stick
    Reach R3.0 m (9'10")
    Tail Swing Radius
    5.2 ft
    Track Gauge
    6.5 ft
    Track Length
    12.3 ft
    Transport Width
    8.8 ft
  • Engine
    Biodiesel Capability
    Up to B20¹
    Bore
    4 in
    Displacement
    220 in³
    Emissions
    Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards
    Engine Model
    Cat C3.6
    Engine Power - ISO 14396
    100 hp
    Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN)
    101 hp (metric)
    Net Power - ISO 9249
    98 hp
    Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN)
    100 hp (metric)
    Note (1)
    Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system and alternator with engine speed at 2,400 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
    Note (2)
    ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations“ (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer).** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
    Stroke
    5 in
  • Hydraulic System
    Main System - Maximum Flow
    247 L/min (65 gal/min)
    Maximum Pressure - Equipment
    5075 psi
    Maximum Pressure - Swing
    3770 psi
    Maximum Pressure - Travel
    5075 psi
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Cooling System
    4 gal (US)
    Engine Oil
    2.1 gal (US)
    Final Drive - Each
    0.8 gal (US)
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    49.4 gal (US)
    Hydraulic System - Including Tank
    22.5 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank
    19 gal (US)
  • Swing Mechanism
    Maximum Swing Torque
    25815 lbf·ft
    Swing Speed
    11.5 r/min
  • Weights
    Operating Weight
    34000 lb
  • Working Ranges and Forces
    Boom
    Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
    Bucket
    GD 0.68 m³ (0.89 yd³)
    Bucket Digging Force - ISO
    22180 lbf
    Maximum Cutting Height
    31.8 ft
    Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom
    19.1 ft
    Maximum Digging Depth
    19.7 ft
    Maximum Loading Height
    23.7 ft
    Maximum Reach at Ground Level
    28.5 ft
    Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth
    17 ft
    Minimum Loading Height
    6.8 ft
    Minimum Working Equipment Radius
    7.3 ft
    Stick
    Reach R3.0 m (9'10")
    Stick Digging Force - ISO
    13330 lbf
NOTE
  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
BOOM AND STICKS
  • 4.65 m (15'3") Reach boom
CAB
  • Rollover protective structure (ROPS)
  • Comfort Cab: air suspension seat, 203 mm (8") touch screen monitor
CAT TECHNOLOGIES
  • VisionLink®
  • Remote Flash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Maintenance free battery
  • LED chassis light, left-side boom lights, cab lights
  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights
  • Centralized electrical disconnect switch
ENGINE
  • Cat C3.6 single turbo diesel engine
  • Auto engine speed control
  • Automatic engine shutdown
  • 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity without de-rate
  • -25°C (-13°F) cold start capability
  • Electric fuel priming pump
  • Variable speed fan
  • Single fuel filtration system
  • Double element air filter with integrated precleaner
  • Biodiesel capability up to B20
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
  • Boom and stick regeneration circuit
  • Auto two speed travel
  • Electric main control valve
  • Boom and stick drift reduction valve
  • Single type electronic pump
SAFETY AND SECURITY
  • Rear and right-side-view cameras
  • Ground-level engine shutoff switch
  • Service platform with anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts
  • Signaling/warning horn
  • Auto Hammer Stop
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
  • Grouped engine oil and fuel filters
  • Ground-level engine oil dipstick
  • Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S)
  • Integrated vehicle health management system
  • Lockable disconnect switch
UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES
  • Grease lubricated track link
  • Tie down points on base frame
  • 3830 kg (8,440 lb) counterweight
NOTE
  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
BOOM AND STICKS
  • 2.8 m (9'2") Reach stick
  • 2.8 m (9'2") Thumb Ready Reach stick
  • 3.0 m (9'10") Reach stick
CAB
  • Operator Protective Guards (OPG)
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
  • Medium-pressure line
  • High-pressure line
  • Quick coupler line
SAFETY AND SECURITY
  • Swing alarm
  • Inspection lighting
CAT TECHNOLOGIES
  • VisionLink Productivity
UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES
  • 500 mm (20 in) triple grouser shoes
  • 500 mm (20 in) triple grouser shoes with rubber pad
  • 500 mm (20") rubber track shoes
  • 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes
  • 600 mm (24") rubber track shoes
  • 700 mm (28") triple grouser shoes
  • 2,500 mm (8'2") blade
  • 2,600 mm (8'6") blade
  • 2,700 mm (8'10") blade

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