Propulsion engines

C12

Cat® C12 Diesel Marine Propulsion Engines, with ratings of 669-715 mhp (660-705 bhp) at 2300 rpm, meet IMO II emission standards. The C12 takes full advantage of the electronically controlled unit injection fuel system, resulting in an environmentally friendly engine with outstanding performance and fuel economy. There is also a wide range of optional equipment available to meet the needs of your specific pleasure craft application.

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Ratings
Power Range 340 - 705 bhp (254 - 526 bkW)
Engine
Speed Range 1800 - 2300 rpm
Emissions IMO I, IMO II
Aspiration TA
Bore 5.1 in
Stroke 5.9 in
Displacement 732.0 in³
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise
Configuration In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Dimensions & Weights
Width 38.1 in
Dry Weight 2588.0 lb
Length 62.0 in
Height 39.5 in

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler - sea water; corrosion resistant, Air Cleaner/Fumes Disposal (closed system), Turbocharger, Jacket Water Cooled

Control System

  • Electronic governing, Cold mode start strategy, Power compensation for fuel temperature, Programmable low idle, Electronic diagnostics and fault logging, Engine and transmission monitoring (speed, temperature, pressure), Fuel/air ratio control, Emergency stop switch (A&B ratings only)

Cooling System

  • Thermostat and housing, Jacket water pump; gear driven, Sea water pump; rubber impeller; self-priming; gear-driven, Integral heat exhanger/expansion tank; removable tube bundle; replaceable copper-nickel tubes, Keel cooling - combined circuit (includes pipe thread flange kit)

Exhaust System

  • Watercooled Manifold & Turbocharger

Flywheels & Flywheel Housings

  • Flywheel; SAE No. 1; 113 teeth, Flywheel housing; SAE No. 1 (10 degree slant pad), SAE standard rotation

Fuel System

  • Fuel filer; RH service on Port; LH service on Starboard, Fuel transfer pump, Fuel priming pump, Flexible fuel lines

Lube System

  • Crankcase breather, Oil cooler, Oil filter; spin-on; RH service on Port; LH service on Starboard, Oil filler, Dipstick; RH service on Port; LH service on Starboard, Oil pump; gear driven

Mounting System

  • Front support

Power Take-Offs

  • Hydraulic pump drive; SAE A; 11 tooth spline, 57 ft-lbs max torque; counterclockwise as viewed from the rear of hte engine looking into the pump drive and turns 1.41 x engine speed, Crankshaft pulley; 345 mm (13.6 in) single groove; 15.88 mm (.63in) width

Protection System

  • Shutdown; electronic; 12 or 24 volt; energized to run

General

  • Vibration damper, Lifting eyes, RH or LH service options, Literature, Variable engine wiring, Upper rear-facing customer wiring connector and ECAP connection, Electronic installation kit (connectors, pins, sockets)
  • C12 Marine High Performance Engine Spec Sheet (254 bkW - 526 bkW)
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  • C12 ACERT Compact Marine Propulsion Engine Spec Sheet
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