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Cat® C18 Industrial Power Unit (<560 kW)

At a glance data:

Maximum Power:
630hp
Maximum Torque:
2177lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Rated Speed:
1800-2000 rpm
Minimum Power:
575hp

Overview

The Cat® C18 Industrial Power Unit is offered in ratings ranging from 429-470 bkW (575-630 bhp)@ 1800-1900 rpm. Conveniently pre-configured for a wide range of applications, the Cat® Industrial Power Unit is a complete power package containing a radiator, flywheel, alternator and alternator wiring completely pre-assembled for fast, straightforward installation in a number of OEM, customer and packager applications. These fuel efficient units are ready made for irrigation, industrial, mining and other pump applications.

Power Rating

Maximum Power:
630hp
Maximum Torque:
2177lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Rated Speed:
1800-2000 rpm
Minimum Power:
575hp

Emission Standards

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

General

Engine Configuration:
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore:
5.7in
Stroke:
7.2in
Displacement:
1104.5in³
Compression Ratio:
16.0:1
Aspiration:
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Rotation from Flywheel End:
Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment:
DOC+DPF+SCR

Power Unit Dimensions

Length:
99.7in
Width:
48.9in
Height:
79in
Weight:
5842lb

Aftertreatment Dimensions

Width:
43.8in
Height:
25.7in

Aftertreatment Dimensions*

Diameter:
13in

Aftertreatment Dimensions

Weight:
591lb

PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final Only

Length:
33.6in
Width:
11.3in
Height:
21.7in
Weight:
42.8lb
Volume Capacity:
51.1qt (US)

Standard Equipment

air inlet system

  • Turbocharged
  • Air-to-Air Aftercooled
  • Mid-mount turbocharged system with front and rear exhaust configurations (Tier 4 Final, Stage IV)

control system

  • Electronic control system
  • Over-foam wiring harness
  • Automatic altitude compensation
  • Power compensated for fuel temperature
  • Remote fan control
  • Configurable software features
  • Engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control
  • Integrated Electronic Control Unit (ECU)

cooling system

  • Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
  • Centrifugal water pump
  • Guidance on cooling system design available through your dealer to ensure equipment reliability

flywheels and flywheel housing

  • Choice of SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1 flywheel housing
  • Available SAE No. 1 power take off with optional SAE A, SAE B or SAE C power take off drives. Engine power can also be taken from the front of the engine with optional attachments. (Tier 4 Final, Stage IV).

fuel system

  • MEUI injection
  • Primary fuel filter
  • Secondary fuel filters
  • Fuel transfer pump
  • Electronic fuel priming

lube system

  • Open crankcase ventilation system
  • Oil cooler
  • Oil filler
  • Lube oil filter
  • Oil dipstick
  • Gear driven oil pump
  • Choice of front, rear or center sumps
  • Open crankcase ventilation system with fumes disposal (optional OCV filter system) (Tier 4 Final, Stage IV)

power take off (pto)

  • SAE A, SAE B or SAE C power take off (PTO) drives. Engine power can also be taken from the front of the engine on some applications.

general

  • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request

u.s. epa tier 4 interim, eu stage iiib aftertreatment / clean emissions control equipment

  • Cat Regeneration System
  • Aftertreatment information applies to ratings from 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp)
  • Clean Emissions Module (CEM), consisting of Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)
  • NOx Reduction System (NRS)
  • Flex pipe connection kit with 90° rotatable elbows to attach to Cat Regeneration System Inlet
  • Available in 12 volt or 24 volt systems

u.s. epa tier 4 final, eu stage iv aftertreatment/ clean emissions control equipment

  • Cat Regeneration System
  • Aftertreatment information applies to ratings from 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp)
  • Clean Emissions Module (CEM), consisting of Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)
  • Aftertreatment Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
  • NOx Reduction System (NRS)
  • Pump Electronic Control Unit (PETU)
  • Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
  • Available in 12V or 24V systems

Optional Equipment