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315 GC Hydraulic Excavator
Net Power – ISO 9249
98 hp
73.3 kW
Operating Weight
34000 lb
15400 kg
Maximum Digging Depth
19.7 ft
5990 mm
Overview
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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Specifications
Engine
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Net Power – ISO 9249 | 98 hp 73.3 kW |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.6 Cat C3.6 |
| Engine Power – ISO 14396:2002 | 100 hp 74.4 kW |
| Engine Power – ISO 14396 (DIN) | 101 hp (metric) 101 hp (metric) |
| Net Power – ISO 9249 (DIN) | 100 hp (metric) 100 hp (metric) |
| Bore | 4 in 98 mm |
| Stroke | 5 in 120 mm |
| Displacement | 220 in³ 3.6 l |
| Biodiesel Capability | Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹ |
| Emissions | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards |
| 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. 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. 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. |
Hydraulic System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Main System – Maximum Flow | 247 L/min (65 gal/min) 247 L/min (65 gal/min) |
| Maximum Pressure – Equipment | 5075 psi 35000 kPa |
| Maximum Pressure – Travel | 5075 psi 35000 kPa |
| Maximum Pressure – Swing | 3770 psi 26000 kPa |
Swing Mechanism
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Swing Speed | 11.5 r/min 11.5 r/min |
| Maximum Swing Torque | 25815 lbf·ft 35 kN·m |
Weights
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 34000 lb 15400 kg |
Service Refill Capacities
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49.4 gal (US) 187 l |
| Cooling System | 4 gal (US) 15 l |
| Engine Oil | 2.1 gal (US) 8 l |
| Final Drive – Each | 0.8 gal (US) 3 l |
| Hydraulic System – Including Tank | 22.5 gal (US) 85 l |
| Hydraulic Tank | 19 gal (US) 72 l |
Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Boom | Reach 4.65 m (15'3") Reach 4.65 m (15'3") |
| Stick | Reach R3.0 m (9'10") Reach R3.0 m (9'10") |
| Bucket | GD 0.68 m³ (0.89 yd³) GD 0.68 m³ (0.89 yd³) |
| Shipping Height – Top of Cab | 9.3 ft 2810 mm |
| Handrail Height | 9.4 ft 2860 mm |
| Shipping Length | 24.5 ft 7440 mm |
| Shipping Length – with Blade | 26.3 ft 8010 mm |
| Tail Swing Radius | 5.2 ft 1570 mm |
| Counterweight Clearance | 2.9 ft 880 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 1.4 ft 440 mm |
| Track Length | 12.3 ft 3750 mm |
| Length to Center of Rollers | 10 ft 3040 mm |
| Track Gauge | 6.5 ft 1990 mm |
| Transport Width | 8.8 ft 2690 mm |
Working Ranges and Forces
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Digging Depth | 19.7 ft 5990 mm |
| Boom | Reach 4.65 m (15'3") Reach 4.65 m (15'3") |
| Stick | Reach R3.0 m (9'10") Reach R3.0 m (9'10") |
| Bucket | GD 0.68 m³ (0.89 yd³) GD 0.68 m³ (0.89 yd³) |
| Maximum Reach at Ground Level | 28.5 ft 8690 mm |
| Maximum Cutting Height | 31.8 ft 9690 mm |
| Maximum Loading Height | 23.7 ft 7220 mm |
| Minimum Loading Height | 6.8 ft 2080 mm |
| Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom | 19.1 ft 5810 mm |
| Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth | 17 ft 5180 mm |
| Minimum Working Equipment Radius | 7.3 ft 2240 mm |
| Bucket Digging Force – ISO | 22180 lbf 98.67 kN |
| Stick Digging Force – ISO | 13330 lbf 59.29 kN |
Air Conditioning System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| 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. 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. |
Standard Equipment
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
Optional Equipment
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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