Diesel generator sets

3606 (60 Hz)

Producing reliable power from 1650 to 2000 ekW at 60 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 Rating2000 ekW
  • Minimum Rating1650 ekW
  • Emissions/Fuel StrategyLow Fuel Consumption
  • Frequency60 Hz
  • Duty CycleStandby, Prime, Continuous
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Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating 2000 ekW
Minimum Rating 1650 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption
Frequency 60 Hz
Speed 900 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby, Prime, Continuous
Engine Specifications
Engine Model 3606 I-6,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 11 in
Stroke 11.8 in
Displacement 111 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
  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
  • Air inlet shutoff

Cooling System

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

Exhaust System

  • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
  • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold

Fuel System

  • Simplex or duplex

Generator System

  • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer

Governor System

  • UG Actuator

Lube System

  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
  • Oil pressure regulating valve
  • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan

Mounting System

  • Damper, torsional vibration
  • Engine and generator mounting

Starting / Charging System

  • Vane type air starter
  • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
  • 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, 60 Hz, 2000 ekW Standby, 1820 ekW Prime, 1650 ekW Cont., Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
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