3516B (60 Hz) with Upgradeable Package

The3516B with the upgradeable packaging design has been developed for a wide range of applications, from emergency standby installations such as healthcare and datacenters to continuously powering remote installations. The packages can be optimized for performance to matters to you with either low emissions or low fuel consumption versions available. 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.

Key Specs

  • Standby Rating 2000 ekW
  • Prime Power Rating 1825 ekW
  • Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low fuel, Low Emissions

Benefits

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

Optimised for 8%

Lower Fuel Consumption

Demonstrated savings in operating costs

Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating 2000 ekW
Prime Power Rating 1825 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage 380 to 480 Volts
Frequency 60 Hz
Speed 1800 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating 2000 ekW
Minimum Rating 1640 ekW

Engine Specifications

Engine Model 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 6.69in
Stroke 7.48in
Displacement 4210.64in
Compression Ratio 14.0:1
Aspiration TA
Fuel System MEUI
Governor Type ADEM™ A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum 234.5in
Width - Maximum 90in
Height - Maximum 98.2in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 30310lb

Cat® Diesel Engine

  • Rugged, durable design with reliable performance proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Certified alternative fuels including Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), Renewable Diesel (RD) and Hydrotreated Renewable Diesel (HRD) which meet EN 15940 or ASTM D975 can be used or blended with EN 590 diesel

Cat Generator Set Package

  • Accepts 100% block load in one step
  • Meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conforms to ISO 8528-5 G3 load acceptance requirements
  • Reliability verified through torsional vibration, fuel consumption, oil consumption, transient performance, and endurance testing

Alternators

  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing generator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines

Cooling System

  • Cooling systems are available to operate in ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F)
  • Tested to ensure proper generator set cooling

EMCP 4 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

Warranty

  • 24 months/1000-hour warranty for Standby and Mission Critical ratings
  • 12 months/unlimited hour warranty for Prime and Continuous ratings
  • 12 months/unlimited hour warranty for Prime-DCP ratings
  • Extended service protection is available to provide extended coverage options

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

Financing

  • Caterpillar offers an array of financial products to help you succeed through financial service excellence
  • Options include loans, finance lease, operating lease, working capital, and revolving line of credit
  • Contact your local Cat dealer for availability in your region

Standard Equipment

  • Air Cleaner
    • Single element with service indicator
  • Starting
    • Dual electric starters
  • Cooling
    • Standard Ambient Radiator
  • Mounting System
    • Rails
  • Controller
    • EMCP 4.2B
  • Telematics
    • Ethernet
  • Alternator
    • Random Wound
    • Internal Excitation (IE)
    • Permanent Magnet (PM) Excitation
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar

Optional Equipment

  • Air Cleaner
    • Dual element with service indicator
  • Starting
    • Standard batteries
    • Oversized batteries
    • Battery charger - 10A
    • Battery charger - 20A
    • Battery charger - 35A
    • Air starter(s)
    • Jacket water heater
  • Cooling
    • No Radiator
    • High Ambient Radiator
  • Muffler
    • Industrial grade (15 dB)
  • Mounting System
    • Rubber
    • Spring vibration Isolators
    • Seismic rated vibration isolators
  • Controller
    • EMCP 4.4
    • EMCP 4.3
  • Controller Attachments
    • Local annunciator module
    • Remote annuciator module
    • Expansion I/O module
    • Remote monitoring software
  • Telematics
    • Cellular
  • Extended Service Terms
    • 2 year (Prime)
    • 3 year
    • 5 year
    • 10 year
  • Extended Service Coverage
    • Silver
    • Gold
    • Platinum
    • Platinum plus
  • Alternator Temperature Rise (over 40°c Ambient)
    • 80°C
    • 105°C
    • 125°C
    • 150°C
  • Alternator Output Voltage
    • 380V
    • 480V
  • Alternator Attachments
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • Stator and bearing temperature monitoring and protection
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
    • Circuit breaker
    • 1600A
    • 2000A
    • 2500A
    • 3200A
    • 4000A
    • IEC
    • 3-pole
    • 4-pole
    • Electrically operated
  • Trip Unit
    • LSI
    • LSI-G
    • LSIG-P
  • Ancilliary Equipment
    • Automatic transfer switch (ATS)
    • Paralleling switchgear
    • Paralleling controls