--- title: "Two 15-ton Cat small excavators: Cat 315 and 315 GC" description: Cat’s line of small excavators has expanded with the arrival of the Cat 315 GC, offering similar performance to the 315F, and the all new Cat 315. image: https://blog.toromontcat.com/hubfs/Blog_315-comparison.jpg --- [![Logo_building_tomorrow-1](https://blog.toromontcat.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo_building_tomorrow-1.png?width=200&height=51&name=Logo_building_tomorrow-1.png "Logo_building_tomorrow-1")](https://blog.toromontcat.com/en) - [EN](https://blog.toromontcat.com/en) - [FR](https://blog.toromontcat.com/fr) - [Toromont Cat website](https://www.toromontcat.com/) - - - # Two 15-ton Cat small excavators: Cat 315 and 315 GC [By Toromont Cat](https://blog.toromontcat.com/en/author/toromont-cat) April 28, 2021 [HEAVY EQUIPMENT](https://blog.toromontcat.com/en/topic/heavy-equipment) 2 minute read - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![](https://blog.toromontcat.com/hubfs/Blog_315-comparison.jpg) Back in 2020 and 2021, Caterpillar built two models in the 15-ton category to replace the Cat 315F: a standard model that would include the entire suite of Cat technologies, and a second model with enhanced features and similar performance of the Cat 315F.  The Cat 315 and Cat 315GC offer a compact radius, along with low fuel consumption and operating costs that make them stand out in the market. Since 2021, these models have improved and customers can benefit from some of the latest features like Auto Warm-Up and Lift Assist.   We thought we’d compare the two machines side by side, to show what makes them unique.   **![arrow](https://blog.toromontcat.com/hs-fs/hubfs/arrow.png?width=40&name=arrow.png)** ## Small Excavator Cat 315   ### Increase productivity up to 45% with Cat On-board technologies - **The 315 increases productivity** with [the Cat GRADE 2D system](https://blog.toromontcat.com/en/move-earth-smarter-with-technology), which includes indicate-only and laser capability.  ![315-image-blog](https://blog.toromontcat.com/hubfs/315-image-blog.jfif) - The 315 **indicates depth, slope and horizontal distance to grade during operation**. You can set up to 4 different depth and slope targets and that saves time and money.   - Not only can the machine work in tight confines but with standard **2D E-fence** it prevents the machine from moving outside operator defined limits.  - The 315 also has **Lift Assist,** a new feature that helps avoid tipping by making sure the machine’s load is within its safe working range. - With the [Cat Payload](https://blog.toromontcat.com/en/aim-higher-with-cat-payload) system you’ll achieve precise load targets and increase loading efficiency with on-the-go weighing and real-time estimates of your payload. - Grade Assist automates boom and stick movements for more accurate cuts with less effort, adding up to 45% more efficiency than previous models. - The **315’s Product Link™ system** automatically and accurately collects data from your connected assets, whatever their brand. Information such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, maintenance alerts, diagnostic codes, and machine health… all of it can be viewed online using web and mobile applications. ### Up to 30% lower maintenance costs  - - Quickly check and service your machine with all daily maintenance points accessible from ground level. - The new hydraulic oil filter provides improved filtration performance, anti-drain valves to keep oil clean when the filter is replaced, and longer life with a 3000-hour replacement interval – 50 percent longer than previous filter designs You might also like: [When next generation generates savings](https://blog.toromontcat.com/en/when-next-generation-generates-savings) ### **Powerful performance** - - Improved performance by 8% vs 315F - Cat C3.6 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V standards - Easily work on slopes and move around your jobsite with 10 percent more swing torque and 14 percent more drawbar pull     ## ![arrow](https://blog.toromontcat.com/hs-fs/hubfs/arrow.png?width=40&name=arrow.png)Small Excavator Cat 315GC ### **Up to 25% lower maintenance costs** - - Quickly check and service your machine with all daily maintenance points accessible from ground level. -  Like the Cat 315, the new GC model offers a new hydraulic oil filter that provides improved filtration performance, anti-drain valves to keep oil clean when the filter is replaced, and longer life with a 3000-hour replacement interval – **50 percent longer than previous filter designs.** - Track your machine’s filter life and maintenance intervals on the in-cab monitor ## **Improved visibility from cab** - - The 315 GC’s improved cab design increases operator comfort and productivity with 13% more interior cabin space. - Tip-up left console allows for easier cab entry/exit - Advanced viscous mounts reduce cab vibration. - Control the excavator comfortably with easy-to-reach controls, all located in front of you. - More affordable: the GC product line is known for its high-quality, reliability and affordability ## ![arrow](https://blog.toromontcat.com/hs-fs/hubfs/arrow.png?width=40&name=arrow.png)**The Cat 315 and Cat 315GC share a lot of benefits** Both 15-ton small excavators are compact radius machines and can work in the tight spaces of buildings, residential structures, and on-site when building roads or developing infrastructure. And as a bonus: both models provide greater visibility with rear and right-side camera as well as lower fuel consumption by up to 15%, thanks to a new control valve, auto warm-up, auto idle and engine shutdown functions, and dual power modes.  Both models are built to last, reliable, highly capable and are must-have additions to your fleet.          Which should you choose? Let us help you! [![Try our new recommendation tool](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/8131032/03420b3b-94e1-4ffe-9e93-63eef69f1e10.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/8131032/03420b3b-94e1-4ffe-9e93-63eef69f1e10)     ###### About Company ![](https://blog.toromontcat.com/hubfs/BG_landing.jpg) [Toromont Cat](https://blog.toromontcat.com/en/author/toromont-cat) Toromont Cat is your Cat Dealer in Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, P.E.I., Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nunavut. 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