Case 450 vs John Deere 315: Which Is the Better Value?
The Case 450 averages $19,766 CAD at auction, compared to $18,548 for the John Deere 315. That's a $1,217 difference. Based on 92 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.
The Verdict
Both machines are competitively priced with only a $1,217 difference. Your decision should come down to brand preference, dealer proximity, and specific feature needs rather than price alone.
Case 450
SSL$19,766 CAD avg
$7,741
Low
$40,782
High
76
Sales
Avg 2,691 hours · 2005–2011 model years
Full price guide →John Deere 315
SSL$18,548 CAD avg
$7,214
Low
$28,433
High
16
Sales
Avg 1,946 hours · 2008–2014 model years
Full price guide →What are the key differences between 450 and 315?
- Price: The 315 is $1,217 cheaper on average (6% savings).
- Usage: Used 450s average 2,691 hours while 315s average 1,946 hours.
Both Case and John Deere retain value well. See our depreciation guide for brand rankings.
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Which is the better value: 450 or 315?
Choose the Case 450 if:
- You prefer Case's dealer network and parts availability
Choose the John Deere 315 if:
- You want lower upfront cost ($1,217 savings)
- You prefer John Deere's dealer network and parts availability
How do 450 and 315 prices compare by year?
| Year | Case 450 | John Deere 315 |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | $26,740 (2) |
| 2011 | $19,213 (4) | — |
| 2010 | $17,921 (6) | $24,977 (2) |
| 2009 | $28,215 (4) | $18,879 (8) |
| 2008 | $25,197 (4) | $10,577 (4) |
| 2007 | $19,047 (14) | — |
| 2006 | $20,427 (20) | — |
| 2005 | $19,216 (18) | — |
Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.
How do 450 and 315 prices compare by hours?
| Hours | Case 450 | John Deere 315 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-999 hrs | $21,455 (18) | $17,298 (4) |
| 1,000-1,999 hrs | $22,056 (8) | $24,977 (2) |
| 2,000-2,999 hrs | $24,932 (14) | $19,058 (4) |
| 3,000-3,999 hrs | $18,016 (14) | $16,601 (2) |
| 4,000+ hrs | $17,396 (14) | — |
Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.
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