Cat Small Excavators - 315 For Sale

The Cat 315 has an operating weight of 34,000 pounds. These considerations include the weight of the fuel in the tank, any attachments and the operator. This weight classifies it as a small excavator — it can easily maneuver around jobsites and handle small to medium loads. Consider the jobs you need the equipment for to determine whether this model is right for you.

Both models are small excavators but have key differences in these metrics:

• Weight: The 315 weighs 15 tons, and the 317 weighs 18.2 tons.
• Compact radius: The 315 has a compact turn radius, making it ideal for jobsites that need a tight tail swing machine.
• Dig depth: The 317 has more dig depth, so it’s more efficient than the 315 for projects requiring extensive excavation.

The Cat 315 and 315 GC are 15 ton excavators with many similarities in size, turn radius, dig depth and load height. They differ in their:

• Reach: The 315 GC has a reach of 28.5 feet, whereas the 315 has a reach of 19.5 feet.
• Horsepower: Though they have the same engine, the 315 produces 108 net horsepower, and the 315 GC produces 98 net horsepower.
• Hydraulics: Both models have electronically controlled hydraulics.

The maximum digging depth of a Cat 315 excavator is 19.6 feet. This metric matters because it can help you decide which model is right for your project. You need an excavator that can reach the depth you need to dig trenches, lay pipes or do other tasks. 

This model has a fuel tank capacity of 49 gallons, so you can accomplish more with one tank. With less frequent fill-ups, you can enhance your efficiency by spending more time working and less time refueling.

The Cat 315 is a small excavator that combines digging and trenching abilities with the compactness and flexibility of a small machine. This model’s size offers several advantages, including:

• Versatility for nearly any task and type of attachment
• Easy transportation
• Maneuverability to navigate and access tight spaces where standard equipment is too large
• Low ground disturbance due to the lighter operating weight and smaller footprint
• Reduced environmental impact due to low noise levels and efficient engine operation
• Lower ownership and operating costs due to fewer maintenance expenses and fuel consumption