3616 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

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

Key Specs

  • Maximum Rating 5320 ekW
  • Minimum Rating 3350 ekW
  • Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption

Benefits

Over 200,000,000

Operating hours

at Global locations

Up to 10%

Better Fuel Economy

Demonstrated savings

Over 20%

Reduction in Service Time

Two inspection ports per cylinder, segmented camshafts and individual heads ease service

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating 5320 ekW
Minimum Rating 3350 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption
Frequency 60 Hz
Speed 720 & 900 rpm
Duty Cycle Prime, Continuous

Engine Specifications

Engine Model 3616 V-16,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 11in
Stroke 11.8in
Displacement 18032in³
Compression Ratio 13:01
Aspiration TA
Fuel System Direct unit injection
Governor Type Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum 404in
Width - Maximum 99.62in
Height - Maximum 156.6in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 141840lb

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

Generator

  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
  • High Efficiency

World Wide Product Support

  • Cat dealers provide extensive post-sale support including maintenance and repair agreements.
  • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Caterpillar S•O•Sâ„  program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products

Full Range of Attachments

  • Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments, factory designed and tested Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
    • Turbocharger, watercooled, engine oil lubricated
    • Air inlet shutoff
    • Air cleaner
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
    • Turbocharger, watercooled, engine oil lubricated
    • Air inlet shutoff
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  • Cooling System
    • Three-bundle oil cooler
    • Jacket water thermostats
    • Water temperature regulator
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Front Mounted turbos
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
    • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
    • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
  • Fuel System
    • Simplex or duplex
  • Generator System
    • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
  • Governor System
    • UG Actuator
  • Lube System
    • Service Side Engine mounted on Cylinder Block Inspection Covers
    • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
    • Oil filler and dipstick
    • Oil pressure regulating valve
    • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Mounting System
    • Damper, torsional vibration
    • Engine and generator mounting
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Line group for single point custom connection
    • Two Motors, engine mounted at rear, on left side
    • Air silencer
    • Vane type air starter
  • General:
    • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
    • Paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
    • Soot filter
    • Boost control valve
    • Vertical support bracket
    • Air Inlet Adapter
    • Air cleaner louver assembly
  • Cooling System
    • Cooling system aids
    • Auxiliary water pump
    • Heat exchanger for single circuit
    • Expansion tank
    • Heating aids
  • Exhaust System
    • Flexible exhaust Fittings
    • Weld flange and related hardware
  • Fuel System
    • Duplex Primary Fuel Strainer
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Fuel system connections
  • Generator System
    • 3 Phase, Six Leads, WYE
    • Anti-condensation space heaters
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Busbar connections
    • Class F insulation
  • Governor System
    • 723 Plus
    • Electronic/actuators
    • EGB actuator
    • Digital programmers
    • 230 UA
    • Battery backup/power supply
  • Lube System
    • Lube ANSI Adapter (Emergency connection)
    • Oil pan drain valve
  • Mounting System
    • Isolator
    • Non-vertically Restrained
    • Vertically Restrained
    • Spring type vibration isolators
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Pressure reducing valve
    • Compressed air flex hose
    • Turbine type air starters
    • Redundant air starters
  • General:
    • Custom paint colors