C18 ACERT™
C18 ACERT Tier 4 Final
DESCRIPTION
Cat C18 ACERT engines are the ideal solution for your demanding operations in the oilfield. Decades of field operation and intense research and development allow Cat C18 ACERT engines to deliver excellent performance with low operating costs while meeting tight environmental requirements.This is an ideal engine for applications that require Tier 4 Final or EU Stage IV emissions certifications land mechanical drilling equipment such as mud pumps. Cat engines are backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty.Cat C18 ACERT Diesel Engine. Ratings: 429-470 bkW (575-630 bhp)@ 2000 rpm are designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV emission standards. Ratings 563-597 bkW (755-800 bhp) @ 1800 rpm are designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.Cat C18 ACERT engines are the ideal solution for your demanding operations in the oilfield. Decades of field operation and intense research and development allow Cat C18 ACERT engines to deliver excellent performance with low operating costs while meeting tight environmental requirements.This is an ideal engine for applications that require Tier 4 Final or EU Stage IV emissions certifications land mechanical drilling equipment such as mud pumps. Cat C18 ACERT™ Industrial Diesel Engine. Ratings: 429-470 bkW (575-630 bhp)@ 2000 rpm are designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV emission standards. Ratings 563-597 bkW (755-800 bhp) @ 1800 rpm are designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.Oil and GasEmissions
- Designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emissions requirements. - On-engine NOx reduction system with optimized piston, ring, liner, and fuel system configuration to reduce NOx while minimizing in-cylinder sooting- Aftertreatment features diesel oxidation catalyst- Meets Tier 4 Final emissions requirements four years early, achieving environmental benefits earlier than required
Engine Design
- Proven reliability and durability- Broad operating speed range- High power density- PTO drive options provide flexible access to auxiliary power for pumps and other needs
Low Total Cost of Ownership
- Maintenance-free aftertreatment- Optimized fuel consumption- 250- to 500-hour oil change intervals enable low maintenance costs
Advanced Digital Engine Management
ADEM A4 control system providing integrated ignition, speed governing, protection, and controls, including detonationsensitive variable ignition timing. ADEM A4 has improved: user interface, display system, shutdown controls, and system diagnostics.
Custom Packaging
For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your exact needs with a factory custom package. Cat engines, generators, enclosures, controls, radiators, transmissions, aftertreatment solutions — anything your project requires — can be custom designed and matched to create a one-of-a kind solution. Custom packages are globally supported and are covered by a one-year warranty after startup.
Fuel & Oil
Requires Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) containing a maximum of 15 ppm sulfur, and new oil formulations to support the new technology. Designed to accommodate B20 biofuel.
Transmissions
- Caterpillar has a full line of engine-transmission packages that can be fully integrated with your axle, hydraulics, and operator interface.- C18 ACERT™ Caterpillar optimized transmission matches: CX35-P800
Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network
- More than 2,200 dealer outlets- Cat factory-trained dealer technicians service every aspect of your petroleum engine- Cat parts and labor warranty- Preventive maintenance agreements available for repair-beforefailure options- S•O•SSM program matches your oil and coolant samples against Caterpillar set standards to determine:- Internal engine component condition- Presence of unwanted fluids- Presence of combustion by-products- Site-specific oil change interval
Over 80 Years of Engine Manufacturing Experience
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products.- Cast engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and flywheel housings- Machine critical components- Assemble complete engine
Web Site
For all your petroleum power requirements, visit www.cat.com/oilandgas.
- Standard Equipment
- Specs
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Standard Equipment
- Air Inlet System
- Turbocharged Aftercooled
- Control System
- Electronic control system, over-foam wiring harness, automatic altitude compensation, power compensated for fuel temperature, configurable software features, engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control, integrated Electronic Control Unit (ECU) remote fan control
- Cooling System
- Vertical outlet thermostat housing, centrifugal water pump
- Exhaust System
- Dry exhaust manifold, Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)
- Flywheels and Flywheel Housing
- SAE 0 and SAE 1 flywheel housing
- Fuel System
- MEUI injection; primary fuel filter, secondary fuel filters, fuel transfer pump, electronic fuel priming
- Lube System
- Open crankcase ventilation system, oil cooler, oil filler, oil filter, oil dipstick, oil pump (gear driven), choice of sumps (front, rear, high-capacity center, and high-capacity front)
- Power Take Off
- SAE B and SAE C drives available, engine power can also be taken from the front of the engine on some applications
- General
- Paint: Cat yellow; vibration damper; lifting eyes
Specs
Overview
Engine Specifications
Capacity for Liquids
Dimensions
SEE HOW C18 ACERT™ COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Maximum Rating
- 800 BHP / 597 bkW
- Emissions
- U.S. EPA Non-road Tier 4 Final
- Displacement
- 1104 in³ / 18.1 l
- Minimum Rating
- 755 BHP / 563 bkW
- Bore
- 5.7 in / 145 mm
- Stroke
- 7.2 in / 183 mm
- Rated Speed
- 1800 r/min / 1800 r/min
- Aspiration
- Turbocharged-Aftercooled
- Governor and Protection
- ADEM A4
- Engine Weight - Net Dry
- 3482 lb / 1580 kg
- Oil Change Interval
- 250 - 500
- Rotation from Flywheel End
- Counterclockwise
- Flywheel and Flywheel Housing
- SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1
- Flywheel Teeth
- 136 (SAE 0), 113 (SAE 1)
- Minimum Cooling System - Engine Only
- 7.1 gal (US) / 26.9 l
- Length
- 60.2 in / 1530 mm
- Width
- 37.8 in / 961 mm
- Height
- 51 in / 1282 mm
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Maximum Rating
- 595 BHP / 444 bkW
- Emissions
- EPA and CARB Non-Road Mobile Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA
- Displacement
- 928 in³ / 15.2 l
- Minimum Rating
- 440 BHP / 328 bkW
- Bore
- 5.4 in / 137 mm
- Stroke
- 6.75 in / 171 mm
- Rated Speed
- 2100 r/min / 1800 r/min
- Aspiration
- Turbocharged-Aftercooled
- Governor and Protection
- ADEM A3
- Engine Weight - Net Dry
- 2743 lb / 1245 kg
- Oil Change Interval
- 250
- Rotation from Flywheel End
- Counterclockwise
- Flywheel and Flywheel Housing
- SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1
- Flywheel Teeth
- 136 (SAE 0), 113 (SAE 1)
- Minimum Cooling System - Engine Only
- 5.5 gal (US) / 20.8 l
- Length
- 54 in / 1377 mm
- Width
- 37 in / 927 mm
- Height
- 48 in / 1227 mm
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Maximum Rating
- 700 BHP / 597 bkW
- Emissions
- EPA and CARB Non-Road Mobile Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA
- Displacement
- 1100 in³ / 18 l
- Minimum Rating
- 575 BHP / 429 bkW
- Bore
- 5.7 in / 145 mm
- Stroke
- 7.2 in / 183 mm
- Rated Speed
- 2100 r/min / 2100 r/min
- Aspiration
- Turbocharged-Aftercooled
- Governor and Protection
- ADEM A3
- Engine Weight - Net Dry
- 2807 lb / 1273 kg
- Oil Change Interval
- 250
- Rotation from Flywheel End
- Counterclockwise
- Flywheel and Flywheel Housing
- SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1
- Flywheel Teeth
- 136 (SAE 0), 113 (SAE 1)
- Minimum Cooling System - Engine Only
- 13.2 gal (US) / 50 l
- Length
- 54.7 in / 1389 mm
- Width
- 36.2 in / 919 mm
- Height
- 49.5 in / 1227 mm