3516C Tier 4 Final (60 HZ) | 1650-2500 kW Diesel Generator
3516C Tier 4 Final (60 Hz)
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.
Standby Rating
2500/2000 ekW
Prime Power Rating
1825/2250 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Certified
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Specification
Value
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
Specification
Value
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
Specification
Value
Length - Minimum
267.6 in
Length - Maximum
277 in
Width - Minimum
93.7 in
Width - Maximum
101.2 in
Height - Minimum
116.7 in
Height - Maximum
118.9 in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
37200 lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
40280 lb
  • 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
  • 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
  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation
  • 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
  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 50�C (122�F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
  • IBC seismic certification
  • OSHPD pre-approval
  • 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
  • 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