Diesel generator sets
3612 (60 Hz)
Producing reliable power from 3300 to 4000 ekW at 60 Hz, our 3612 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set is certified for low fuel consumption.
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Cat Diesel Engine
Generator
Full Range of Attachments
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
| Maximum Rating | 4000 ekW |
|---|---|
| Minimum Rating | 3300 ekW |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel Consumption |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Speed | 720 & 900 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Prime, Continuous |
| Engine Model | 3612 V-12,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore | 11 in |
| Stroke | 11.8 in |
| Displacement | 13524 in³ |
| Compression Ratio | 13:01 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Fuel System | Direct unit injection |
| Governor Type | Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) |
| Length - Maximum | 404 in |
|---|---|
| Width - Maximum | 99.62 in |
| Height - Maximum | 156.6 in |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 112690 lb |
Air Inlet System
- Turbocharger, watercooled, engine oil lubricated
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Air cleaner
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
- Air inlet shutoff
Cooling System
- Jacket water thermostats
- Engine coolant water drains
- Water temperature regulator
- Three-bundle oil cooler
- 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
- Oil pressure regulating valve
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
Mounting System
- Engine and generator mounting
- Damper, torsional vibration
Starting / Charging System
- Vane type air starter
- Air silencer
- Line group for single point custom connection
- Two motors, engine mounted at rear, on left side
General:
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/aftercooler/Oil cooler water
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations
