Power System

3516C Tier 4 Final

1650 - 2500 ekw Diesel Generator Set

Producing reliable power from 1825 to 2500 ekW at 60 Hz, our 3516C diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, standby and prime applications. We’ve designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. Depending on the model, 3516C generator sets are EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 2) or Tier 4 Final certified.

The 3516C HD generator set has been developed for a wide range of applications, from emergency standby installations such as healthcare and datacenters to continuously powering remote installations. The engines are certified to the US EPA Tier 4 Final emissions levels. Backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty, Cat generator sets will provide the reliability and durability you expect.

Equipment Highlights

Cat Generator Set Package
  • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
  • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements
Cat Diesel Engine
  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight
SR5 Alternator
  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation
Cat ECS Control Panel
  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
  • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements
Cooling System
  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
  • IBC seismic certification
  • OSHPD pre-approval
One Safe Source
  • Components used in the generator set are selected at the design stage to provide optimum package performance
  • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
  • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
  • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system
Worldwide Product Support
  • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
  • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

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Specs
  • Engine Model: 3516C HD, ATAAC, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
  • Bore: 6.69 in
  • Stroke: 8.46 in
  • Displacement: 78 in
  • Compression Ratio: 14.7:1
  • Aspiration: TA
  • Fuel System: Electronic unit injection
  • Governor Type: ADEM™A4
  • Length - Minimum: 275.4 in
  • Length - Maximum: 285.5 in
  • Width - Minimum: 93.7 in
  • Width - Maximum: 101.2 in
  • Height - Minimum: 116.9 in
  • Height - Maximum: 118.7 in
  • Dry Weight - Genset (minimum): 37200 lb
  • Dry Weight - Genset (maximum): 40280 lb
  • Standby Rating: 2500/2000 ekW
  • Prime Power Rating: 1825/2250 ekW
  • Emissions/Fuel Strategy: U.S. EPA Certified
  • Voltage: 480 to 13800 Volts
  • Frequency: 60 Hz
  • Speed: 1800 rpm
  • Duty Cycle: Standby, Mission Critical, Prime
  • Maximum Rating: 2500 ekW
  • Minimum Rating: 1825 ekW

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