3516B (50 Hz) Generator Set

3516B Diesel Generator Sets, Front Right

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

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Key Specs

Standby Rating 2500 kVA
Prime Power Rating 2275 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel, Low Emissions

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Benefits

Optimised for 8%

Lower Fuel Consumption

Demonstrated savings in operating costs

Over 4,000,000,000

Global Operating Hours

Proven performance in heavy-duty applications

Over 200,000

Shipped

Since 1981, leading the large engine market

Specifications
Benefits and Features
Standard/Optional Features

Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating	2500 kVA
Prime Power Rating	2275 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy	Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage	380 to 11000 Volts
Frequency	50 Hz
Speed	1500 rpm
Duty Cycle	Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating	2500 kVA
Minimum Rating	2000 kVA

Engine Specifications

Engine Model	3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore	6.69in
Stroke	8.46in
Displacement	4764.73in
Compression Ratio	15.5:1
Aspiration	TA
Fuel System	Electronic unit injection
Governor Type	Adem™3

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Minimum	253.3in
Length - Maximum	253.3in
Width - Minimum	90in
Width - Maximum	90in
Height - Minimum	98.2in
Height - Maximum	98.2in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)	33009lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)	33009lb

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 requirements
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
EU Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Incorporation
Eurasian Conformity (EAC)

Single-Source Supplier

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

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet

Air cleaner

Cooling

Package mounted radiator

Exhaust

Exhaust flange outlet

Fuel	Secondary fuel filters Fuel priming pump Primary fuel filter with integral water separator

Generator

Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
IP23 Protection

Power Termination

Busbar

Control Panel

Cat ECS 100

General

Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black

Optional Equipment