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Cat® 3516E Diesel Engine

At a glance data:

Maximum Power:
2100hp
Maximum Torque:
8275lb-ft @ 1200 rpm
Rated Speed:
1650 rpm
Minimum Power:
2100hp
3516E with CEM
3516E with CEM

Overview

The Cat® 3516E industrial diesel engine is offered at a continuous rating of 1566 kW (2100 hp) @ 1650 rpm and is designed for applications that require continuous heavy-duty service. These engines are capable of being operated at maximum power and speed up to 100% of the time without interuption or load cycling.

The 3516E is certified to meet EU Stage V, U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, and California Air Regulations Board (CARB) standards, providing a single solution for higher regulated countries and simplifying installations for OEMs.

The 3516E offers unsurpassed performance and durability in a wide array of industries and applications, including shredders, chippers, grinders, bore and drill rigs, and pumps as well as other applications in forestry, general industrial, material handling, and mining.

Power Rating

Maximum Power:
2100hp
Maximum Torque:
8275lb-ft @ 1200 rpm
Rated Speed:
1650 rpm
Minimum Power:
2100hp

Emission Standards

Emissions:
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V

General

Engine Configuration:
V-16
Bore:
6.7in
Stroke:
8.5in
Displacement:
4760in³
Compression Ratio:
16.5:1
Aspiration:
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TTA)
Combustion System:
MEUI
Rotation from Flywheel End:
Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment:
SCR

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Length:
122.2in
Width:
63.6in
Height:
83in
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments:
18025lb

Aftertreatment Dimensions

Length:
92.5in
Width:
79.1in
Height:
31.9in
Weight:
2378lb

Standard Equipment

air inlet system

  • Four turbochargers, centre mounted
  • Air-to-Air Aftercooled (ATAAC)

control system

  • Electronic engine control

exhaust system

  • Two exhaust outlets, 203 mm (8 in) round flange
  • Exhaust manifold, dry
  • Four turbochargers with watercooled bearings

cooling system

  • Gear-driven centrifugal jacket water pump
  • Connections for radiator cooling
  • Thermostats and housing

flywheels and flywheel housing

  • Flywheel housing, SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 00
  • Flywheel, SAE No. 18 or SAE No. 21
  • SAE standard rotation

fuel system

  • Fuel filter, LH spin-on type
  • Fuel transfer pump
  • Electronically controlled unit injectors

lube system

  • Crankcase breather, top mounted
  • Oil cooler
  • Oil filler and dipstick, LH
  • Oil pump
  • Oil filter, LH, spin-on type
  • Front sump oil pan, 500-hour change interval

general

  • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request
  • Vibration damper
  • Lifting eyes

Optional Equipment