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C12 Propulsion Engine

At a glance data:

Power Range:
340-490 bhp (254-366 bkW)
Speed Range:
1800-2300 rpm
Emissions:
IMO I, IMO II
Aspiration:
TA

Overview

Cat® C12 Diesel Marine Propulsion Engines, with ratings of 340-490 bhp (254-366 bkW) at 1800-2300 rpm, meet IMO II emission standards with the exception of the 497 mhp (490 bhp) rating at 2300 rpm which meets IMO I emissions 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 marine commercial or pleasure craft application.

Power Rating

Power Range:
340-490 bhp (254-366 bkW)

Engine Specifications

Speed Range:
1800-2300 rpm
Emissions:
IMO I, IMO II
Aspiration:
TA
Bore:
5.1in
Stroke:
5.9in
Displacement:
732.0in³
Rotation from Flywheel End:
Counterclockwise
Configuration:
In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Dimensions & Weights

Width:
38.1in
Length:
62.0in
Dry Weight:
2588.0lb
Height:
39.5in

Standard Equipment

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

instrumentation

  • Service meter, electric

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)

Optional Equipment

air inlet system

  • Low Profile Air Inlet Line, Shield (Air Inlet Line)

charging system

  • Charging Alternators, Voltmeter Guages, Voltmeter Guage Mounting, Alternator Mounting Group

cooling system

  • Sea Water Pump, Coolant Recovery Tank, Flange Kit

exhaust system

  • Flexible Fitting, Elbow, Dry Elbow, Watercooled Elbow, Exhaust Connection, Exhaust Outlet Pipe, EXH Outlet Flange, Rain Cap, Muffler

fuel system

  • Fuel Cooler, Fuel Connections, Primary Fuel Filter, Primary Fuel/Water Separator

instrumentation

  • OEM Wiring Harness, Engine to Engine Harness, Digital Tachometer, Tachometer Mounting, Magnetic Pickup, RH 4 Hole Instrument Panel, LH 4 Hole Instrument, Marine Power Display System, Marine Power Display Unit (for additional monitoring stations), Marine Power Display Bracket, Wiring Group, Transmission Sensors

lube system

  • Manual sump pump, Transmission oil cooler

mounting system

  • Vibration Isolators

power take-offs

  • Crankshaft Pulley, Front Stub Shaft, Front Stub Shaft & Pulley

starting system

  • Air Pressure Regulator, Air Start Silencer, Start Switch, Jacket Water Heater, Battery sets (24 volt - dry)

general

  • Wiring Harness Removal, Belt Guard - Alternator, Belt Guard - Alternator Pulley, Filter Cover Kit

packing

  • Overseas Preservation, Engine Protective Cover, Storage Preservation, Export Packing