Overview
When your need for reliable power goes off-shore, put Cat on board. Our experience, our product line, and our commitment in marine engines and generator sets run deep. The Cat® C1.5 marine generator set will meet your auxiliary power needs up to 14.5 ekw, and the latest emission control standards — all with the peace of mind you need out there. And whether your application is a pleasure craft, or a commercial or ocean-going vessel, this compact unit will have a big impact on your voyage — and your bottom line.
Specifications
Units:
| Power Range | 10 - 12 ekW |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 3 |
Benefits & Features
Key Features & Benefits
- This compact unit provides required power on demand, operating very efficiently with optimum performance.
- The 3 cylinder naturally aspirated engine operates with little vibration and low sound levels.
- Available as an open set or with a sound enclosure, this package is ideal for power requirements in any application.
- Low operating and maintenance costs with excellent fuel economy.
- The single side servicing with extended service intervals makes maintenance easy.
January 30, 2026
Specifications
Units:
| Power Range | 10 - 12 ekW |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 |
| Minimum Rating | 10 ekW (10 kVA) |
| Speed | 1500 / 1800 rpm |
| Length | 40.8 in / 1,038 mm (open) 43.1 in / 711 mm (enclosed) |
| Width | 21.1 in / 535 mm (open) 24.0 in / 608 mm (enclosed) |
| Height | 27.1 in / 535 mm (open) 27.9 in / 711 mm (enclosed) |
| Engine Dry Weight | 703 lb / 319 kg |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 3 |
| Configuration | Inline 3, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel |
| Displacement | — |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated |
| Governor Type | Electrical Isochronous |
| Bore | — |
| Stroke | — |
| Refill Capacity | Lube Oil System w/oil filter change: 6 L (1.6 gal) |
| Oil Change Interval | 500 hrs |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise |
| Cooling | Hex or Single Circuit Keel |
Benefits & Features
Key Features & Benefits
- This compact unit provides required power on demand, operating very efficiently with optimum performance.
- The 3 cylinder naturally aspirated engine operates with little vibration and low sound levels.
- Available as an open set or with a sound enclosure, this package is ideal for power requirements in any application.
- Low operating and maintenance costs with excellent fuel economy.
- The single side servicing with extended service intervals makes maintenance easy.
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Standard Equipment
- Standard Equipment
- Single element air cleaner
- Water-cooled exhaust manifold
- Single or Three phase brushless generator
- 12 or 24 volt electric starting motor
- 12 volt 55 amp alternator
- Single sided service points
- Anti-vibration mounts.
- Electronic automatic safety shutdowns
Optional Equipment
- Optional Attachments
- Sound attenuated enclosure (Factory Fit or Upgrade Kit)
- Keel cooling kit
- Basic, Deluxe and remote panel options
- AC circuit breakers
- Flexible fuel lines
- Primary fuel filter/water separator
- Siphon break
- Exhaust system components
- Insulated electrical system