Power System

Cat?� C27 Industrial Diesel Engine

No matter where they operate and no matter what the application, Cat?� C27 Industrial Diesel Engines will deliver durable, reliable power that will keep your customers productive while lowering their operating costs to keep them profitable. Today’s Cat?� engines are the finest ever produced by Caterpillar – with a legacy of power and rugged reliability driven by the demands of performance.

The Cat?� C27 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in ratings ranging from 597-858 bkW (800-1150 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm. These ratings meet U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent emission standards. Industries and applications powered by these high powered engines include Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers/Grinders, Construction, Cranes, Dredgers, Forestry, Hydraulic Power Units, Irrigation Equipment, Material Handling, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Paving Equipment, Pumps, Shovels/Draglines, Surface Hauling Equipment and Trenchers.

Equipment Highlights

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

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Specs
  • Engine Configuration: V-12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
  • Bore: 5.4 in
  • Stroke: 6 in
  • Displacement: 1649.5 in³
  • Compression Ratio: 16.5:1
  • Aspiration: Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
  • Combustion System: Direct Injection
  • Rotation from Flywheel End: Counterclockwise
  • Aftertreatment: -
  • Maximum Power: 1150 hp
  • Maximum Torque: 3876 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
  • Rated Speed: 1800-2100 rpm
  • Minimum Power: 800 hp
  • Emissions: U.S. EPA Tier 2 Equivalent
  • Length: 75.5 in
  • Width: 57.6 in
  • Height: 51.9 in
  • Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments: 6495 lb
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