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C18 (60 Hz)

C18 (US Source) (60) 600 - 750 ekW

Overview

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

Specifications

Units: 
Maximum Rating 750 ekW
Minimum Rating 500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Certified
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Benefits & Features

Cat Generator Set Package

Cat Diesel Engine

SR5 Alternator

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  February 24, 2026

Specifications

Units: 
Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating 750 ekW
Minimum Rating 500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Certified
Voltage 208 to 600 Volts
Frequency 60 Hz
Speed 1800 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby, Prime
Engine Specifications
Engine Model Cat® C18 ATAACTM In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore —
Stroke —
Displacement —
Compression Ratio 14:01
Aspiration Turbocharged Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System Electronic unit injection
Governor Type Electronic ADEM™ A4
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum —
Width - Maximum —
Height - Maximum —

Benefits & Features

Cat Generator Set Package

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

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

A-Frame 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

GCCP 1.2 Control Panel

GCCP 1.2 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

Cooling System

Cooling System

    • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
    • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

Certifications

    • UL2200 Listed; CSA 22.2; Certification of Compliance – IBC Seismic; Dual IBC & HCAI

One Safe Source

One Safe Source

    • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum 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

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 System
    • Aftercooler core
    • Turbocharger
  • Control System
    • 3 Pole
    • GCCP 1.2
    • Right mounted power centre
    • Standard breaker
  • Cooling System
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
    • Thermostats and housing
    • Coolant level sight gauge
    • Coolant level sensor
    • Coolant drain valve; terminated on edge of base
    • Cooling system filled with Caterpillar extended life coolant
    • Radiator and cooling fan with belt guards
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • Fuel System
    • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter
    • Flexible fuel lines
    • Fuel cooler
    • Engine fuel transfer pump
    • Fuel priming pump
  • Generator and Attachments
    • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch, random wound
    • Insulation Class H and temperature rise
    • Power centre, IP22 bottom cable entry
    • Segregated low voltage wiring panel
    • IP23 Protection
  • Mounting System
    • Anti-vibration mounts (Non-captive)
    • Generator mounting and duct pPlate
    • Narrow skid base
  • Protection System
    • Overspeed
    • Low oil pressure shutdown
    • High coolant temperature shutdown
    • Low coolant level shutdown
  • Starting/Charging
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Dual element air cleaner
    • Heavy duty canister air filters
  • Control System
    • Annunciators box
    • Volt free contact
    • Remote E-Stop button
    • Discrete I/O module
    • Earth (Ground) fault relay
    • Local annunciator
    • GCCP 1.5
  • Circuit breakers
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • Neutral bar (208V)
    • Single LSI motorised circuit breaker
    • Single LSI motorised circuit breaker
    • External paralleling
  • Enclosures
    • Sound attenuated (SA)
    • Weather protective
    • Aluminum enclosure
  • Cooling System
    • Stone guards
    • Coolant heater
    • Jacket water heater with pump
  • Base / Fuel Tank
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm
    • Sub Base Dual Wall Fuel Tank: 660, 1000, 1900, 2200 gal
  • Fuel System
    • Sub tank bases: 24 hr & 48 hr
    • Integral 8 hour tank base
  • Generator and Attachments
    • LC frame oversize generators
    • Space heater control
    • PMG, AREP
    • Oversize
    • Coastal protection (CIP)
  • Starting and Charging
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • 5 Amp Battery charger
    • Oversize battery set
    • Standard battery set
  • Certifications
    • Certification of Compliance � IBC
    • CSA 22.2
    • Dual IBC & OSHPD
    • UL2200 Listed
    • Seismic
  • General
    • Tool set
  • Lube System
    • Manual sump pump

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