3516 (3516 MUI) Modular Rear Overhang Controls Generator Set,  Rear Right
3516 (3516 MUI) Modular Rear Overhang Controls Generator Set,  Rear Left
3516 (3516 MUI) Modular Rear Overhang Controls Generator Set,  Front Right
3516 (3516 MUI) Modular Rear Overhang Controls Generator Set,  Front Left
Diesel generator sets

3516 (60 Hz)

Producing reliable power from 1450 to 1750 ekW at 60 Hz, our 3516 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, prime and standby applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. Generator sets offer both low fuel consumption and low emission systems.

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Cat<sup class="cf-reg">®</sup> 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

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

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 6% Lower Fuel Consumption

Demonstrated savings in operating costs

Generator Set Specifications
Standby Rating1750 ekW
Prime Power Rating1600 ekW
Emissions/Fuel StrategyLow Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage380 to 13800 Volts
Frequency60 Hz
Speed1800 rpm
Duty CycleStandby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating1750 ekW
Minimum Rating1450 ekW
Engine Specifications
Engine Model3516 TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore6.69 in
Stroke7.48 in
Displacement4210.64 in³
Compression Ratio13.0:1
AspirationTA
Fuel SystemMechanical unit injection
Governor TypeWoodward
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Minimum245.2 in
Length - Maximum245 in
Width - Minimum90 in
Width - Maximum90 in
Height - Minimum94.9 in
Height - Maximum94.9 in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)28840 lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)28840 lb

Air Cleaner

  • Single element with service indicator

Starting

  • Heavy duty electric starter(s)

Cooling

  • Standard Ambient Radiator

Mounting System

  • Rails

Controller

  • EMCP 4.2B

Telematics

  • Ethernet

Alternator

  • Random Wound
  • Internal Excitation (IE)

Power Termination

  • Busbar
  • Electric Power Ratings Guide
    application/pdf
  • 3516, 60 Hz, 1750 ekW Standby/MC, 1600 ekW Prime, 1450 ekW Cont., Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
  • 3516, 60 Hz, 1600 ekW, Prime-DCP, Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet
    application/pdf

Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations