Diesel generator sets

3606 (50 Hz)

Producing reliable power from 2200 to 2688 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3606 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.

  • Maximum Rating2688 kVA
  • Minimum Rating1775 kVA
  • Emissions/Fuel StrategyLow Fuel Consumption
  • Frequency50 Hz
  • Duty CycleContinuous
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Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating 2688 kVA
Minimum Rating 1775 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption
Frequency 50 Hz
Speed 750 & 1000 rpm
Duty Cycle Continuous
Engine Specifications
Engine Model 3606 I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 11 in
Stroke 11.8 in
Displacement 6762 in³
Compression Ratio 13:01
Aspiration TA
Fuel System Direct unit injection
Governor Type Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum 404 in
Width - Maximum 99.62 in
Height - Maximum 156.6 in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 74970 lb

Air Inlet System <!-- 3600 series only -->

  • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
  • Air inlet shutoff
  • Turbocharger, watercooled (750 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)

Cooling System

  • Water temperature regulator
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Jacket water thermostats

Exhaust System

  • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • 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
  • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff

Mounting System

  • Damper, torsional vibration
  • Engine and generator mounting

Starting / Charging System

  • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
  • Vane type air starter
  • Air silencer
  • Line group for single point custom connection

General:

  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
  • Electric Power Ratings Guide
    application/pdf
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  • 3606, 50 Hz, 2150 ekW Standby, 1940 ekW Prime, 1760 ekW Cont., Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
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