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Caterpillar 317 GC Excavator

The Caterpillar 317 GC is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 17-ton class, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and utility work. It is part of the Cat GC series, which emphasizes simplified operation, lower owning and operating costs, and straightforward maintenance. The 317 GC typically features a fuel-efficient Cat engine, hydraulic system optimized for common digging tasks, and a cab layout focused on operator comfort and visibility. Available with multiple boom, stick, and undercarriage configurations, the 317 GC is used in construction, landscaping, and municipal applications where dependable performance and efficient daily operation are required.


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General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)21.7 (6.6)
Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach ft. (m)30.2 (9.2)
Starting 2025 Model Year
EngineC3.6
Starting 2023 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)119 (89)
Starting 2025 Model Year
Max Digging Depth21 ft ft (6.40 m)
Starting 2023 Model Year
Net Power119.00 hp (88.74 kw)
Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight38,100.00 lbs (17,281.89 kg)
Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)38,000 (17,200)
Starting 2025 Model Year

  • Caterpillar 317 GCs currently for sale
  • A 2022 Caterpillar 317 GC From Fabick Cat for $173,000.00 USD
  • A 2025 Caterpillar 317 GC From Wagner Equipment Co. for $242,000.00 USD
  • A 2022 Caterpillar 317 GC From Mustang CAT for $120,000.00 USD
  • A Caterpillar 317 GC From Bergerat Monnoyeur for $130,000.00 USD
  • A Caterpillar 317 GC From Quinn Company for $155,000.00 USD



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