C18

Cat® C18 Industrial Diesel Engine

C18 LRC Diesel Engines - Lesser Regulated & Non-Regulated

DESCRIPTION

On construction sites and mining operations, in agriculture and forestry, and in a wide range of industries, Cat® C18 Industrial Diesel Engines deliver the power, performance and durability to take on the biggest challenges. More importantly, they're backed by the world-class Cat dealer network ready to service and support every Cat® industrial engine.The Cat® C18 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in ratings ranging from 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm. These ratings meet China Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent, and EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards. Ratings: 571-597 bkW (765-800 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm meet U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent emission standards. Non-certified ratings are also available at 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp) @ 1800-2100. Industries and applications powered by C18 engines include Agriculture, Ag Tractors, Aircraft Ground Support, Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers, Grinders, Compactors, Rollers, Compressors, Construction, Cranes, Dredgers, Forestry, General Industrial, Hydraulic Power Units, Irrigation Equipment, Material Handling, Mining, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Paving Equipment, Pumps, Shovels/Draglines, Surface Hauling Equipment and Trenchers.Industrial Power

Reliable, Quiet and Durable Power

World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven core engine designs assure reliability, quiet operation, and many hours of productive life.

Broad Application Range

Industry leading range of factory configurable ratings and options for agricultural, material handling, construction, mining, aircraft ground support, and other industrial applications.

Package Size

Exceptional power density enables standardization across numerous applications. Multiple installation options minimize total package size. Ideal for equipment with narrow engine compartments.

World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network

  • Scheduled maintenance, including SOSSM sample
  • Customer Support Agreements (CSA)
  • Caterpillar Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
  • Superior dealer service network
  • Extended dealer service network through the Cat Industrial Service Distributor (ISD) program

  • Standard Equipment
  • Specs

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Turbocharged Aftercooled (429-470 bkW, 575-630 bhp)
    • Twin Turbocharged Aftercooled (522-597 bkW, 700-800 bhp)
    • Air-to-Air Aftercooled
  • Charging System
    • Charging alternator 24 volt, 50 amp
  • Control System
    • Electronic governing, PTO speed control
    • Programmable ratings
    • Automatic altitude compensation
    • Power compensation for fuel temperature
    • Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit
    • Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
    • Engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control
    • ADEM™ A4 Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
  • Cooling System
    • Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
    • Jacket water pump, centrifugal
    • Water pump, inlet
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold, dry
    • Optional exhaust outlet
  • Flywheels and Flywheel Housing
    • SAE No. 1 or SAE No. 0 flywheel housing
  • Fuel System
    • MEUI injection
    • Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron)
    • Fuel filter, tertiary (2 micron)
    • ACERT™ Technology
    • Fuel transfer pump
    • Fuel priming pump
  • Lube System
    • Crankcase breather
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil filler
    • Lube oil filter
    • Front sump oil pan
    • Oil dipstick
    • Gear driven oil pump
  • General
    • Vibration damper
    • Lifting eyes
    • Cold start capability to -20° C (-4° F)
    • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
Cat® C18 Industrial Diesel Engine
Name:
C18
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current

Power Rating

Maximum Power
800 HP / 597 kW
Maximum Torque
2696 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm / 3655 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Rated Speed
1800-2100 rpm
Minimum Power
575 HP / 429 kW

Emission Standards

Emissions
China Nonroad III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent or U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent, EU Stage IIIA equivalent, or Non-certified

General

Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
5.7 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1104.5 in³ / 18.1 l
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment
-

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Length
55.7 in / 1414 mm
Width
38.3 in / 974 mm
Height
49.5 in / 1257 mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
3688 lb / 1673 kg

SEE HOW C18 COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Industrial Diesel Engines
C18
C18 LRC Diesel Engines - Lesser Regulated & Non-Regulated
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Maximum Power
800 HP / 597 kW
Maximum Torque
2696 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm / 3655 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Rated Speed
1800-2100 rpm
Minimum Power
575 HP / 429 kW
Emissions
China Nonroad III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent or U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent, EU Stage IIIA equivalent, or Non-certified
Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
5.7 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1104.5 in³ / 18.1 l
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment
-
Length
55.7 in / 1414 mm
Width
38.3 in / 974 mm
Height
49.5 in / 1257 mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
3688 lb / 1673 kg
Selected Model
Industrial Diesel Engines
C18
C18 Tier 4
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Maximum Power
800 HP / 597 kW
Maximum Torque
2736 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm / 3710 Nm @ 1300 rpm
Rated Speed
1800-2000
Minimum Power
575 HP / 429 kW
Emissions
EU Stage V
Engine Configuration
In-Line 6
Bore
5.7 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1104.5 in³ / 18.1 l
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged-Aftercooled (TA) or Series Turbocharged Aftercooled (TTA)
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment
DOC or DOC+DPF+SCR
Length
33.6 in / 854 mm
Width
11.3 in / 287 mm
Height
21.7 in / 551 mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
3785 lb / 1717 kg
More Details
Industrial Diesel Engines
C18 China NR4 (<560kW)
C18 Tier 4
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Maximum Power
630 HP / 470 kW
Maximum Torque
2178 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm / 2953 Nm @ 1300 rpm
Rated Speed
1800-2000
Minimum Power
575 HP / 429 kW
Emissions
China Nonroad Stage IV
Engine Configuration
In-Line 6
Bore
5.7 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1104.5 in³ / 18.1 l
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged-Aftercooled (TA)
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment
DOC or DOC+DPF+SCR
Length
33.6 in / 854 mm
Width
11.3 in / 287 mm
Height
21.7 in / 551 mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
3785 lb / 1717 kg
More Details