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Excavators

315 GC Hydraulic Excavator

  • Net Power
    98 hp
  • Engine Model
    Cat C3.6
  • Engine Power
    100 hp
  • Engine Power
    101 hp (metric)
Engine
Net Power
98 hp
Engine Model
Cat C3.6
Engine Power
100 hp
Engine Power
101 hp (metric)
Net Power
100 hp (metric)
Bore
4 in
Stroke
5 in
Displacement
220 in³
Biodiesel Capability
Up to B20¹
Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards
Note
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
Note
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
Hydraulic System
Main System
247 L/min (65 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure
5075 psi
Maximum Pressure
5075 psi
Maximum Pressure
3770 psi
Swing Mechanism
Swing Speed
11.5 r/min
Maximum Swing Torque
25815 ft·lbf
Weights
Operating Weight
34000 lb
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity
49.4 gal (US)
Cooling System
4 gal (US)
Engine Oil
2.1 gal (US)
Final Drive
0.8 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
22.5 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
19 gal (US)
Dimensions
Boom
Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick
Reach R3.0 m (9'10")
Bucket
GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³)
Shipping Height
9.2 ft
Handrail Height
9.4 ft
Shipping Length
24.6 ft
Shipping Length
26.5 ft
Tail Swing Radius
5.1 ft
Counterweight Clearance
2.9 ft
Ground Clearance
1.4 ft
Track Length
12.3 ft
Length to Center of Rollers
10 ft
Track Gauge
6.5 ft
Transport Width
8.8 ft
Working Ranges and Forces
Maximum Digging Depth
19.6 ft
Boom
Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick
Reach R3.0 m (9'10")
Bucket
GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
28.5 ft
Maximum Cutting Height
31.7 ft
Maximum Loading Height
23.6 ft
Minimum Loading Height
6.8 ft
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm
19.1 ft
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth
17 ft
Minimum Working Equipment Radius
7.3 ft
Bucket Digging Force
22180 lbf
Stick Digging Force
13330 lbf
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.
  • 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: mechanical suspension seat, 203 mm (8") touch screen monitor
  • CAT TECHNOLOGIES
    • VisionLink®
    • Remote Flash
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    • Maintenance free battery
    • LED chassis light, left-side/right-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
    • Engine idle 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 hydraulic warm up
    • Auto two speed travel
    • Electric main control valve
    • Boom and stick drift reduction valve
    • Single type electronic pump
    • Auxiliary line support
  • 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
    • 2.5 m (8'2") Reach stick
    • 2.8 m (9'2") Reach stick
    • 2.8 m (9'2") Thumb Ready Reach stick
    • 3.0 m (9'10") Reach stick
  • HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
    • Boom and stick lowering check valves
    • 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
    • 770 mm (30") triple grouser shoes
    • 2,500 mm (8'2") blade
    • 2,600 mm (8'6") blade
    • 2,700 mm (8'10") blade