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.
Features
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High Continuous Power Density
The A-Rating means the 3516E is able to deliver the engine’s full 2100 hp (1566 kW) @1650 rpm continuously without interruption or load cycling. That’s the type of heavy duty usage that some applications demand and the 3516E delivers it.
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Reliable, Quiet and Durable Power
World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven core engine designs assure reliability, quiet operation, and many hours of productive life.
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Fuel Efficiency
Fuel consumption is optimized to match operating cycles of a wide range of equipment and applications while maintaining low operating costs. Even with the addition of an SCR aftertreatment and the required diesel exhaust fluid, the 3516E costs 1.3% less to operate than the preceeding model
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Quality
Every Cat engine is manufactured to stringent quality standards in order to assure customer satisfaction.
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World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network
- Scheduled maintenance, including SOSSM sample
- Customer Support Agreements (CSA)
- Caterpillar Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
- Superior dealer service network
- Extended dealer service network through the Cat Industrial Service Distributor (ISD) program
Specifications
Units for specifications
Power Rating
| Maximum Power | 2100 hp 1566 kW |
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| Maximum Torque | 8275 lb-ft @ 1200 rpm 11220 Nm @ 1200 rpm |
| Rated Speed | 1650 rpm |
| Minimum Power | 2100 hp 1566 kW |
Emission Standards
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V |
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General
| Engine Configuration | V-16 |
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| Bore | 6.7 in 170 mm |
| Stroke | 8.5 in 215 mm |
| Displacement | 4760 in³ 78 l |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged Aftercooled (TTA) |
| Combustion System | MEUI |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise |
| Aftertreatment | SCR |
Engine Dimensions - Approximate
| Length | 122.2 in 3105 mm |
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| Width | 63.6 in 1616 mm |
| Height | 83 in 2108 mm |
| Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments | 18025 lb 8176 kg |
Aftertreatment Dimensions
| Length | 92.5 in 2350 mm |
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| Width | 79.1 in 2008 mm |
| Height | 31.9 in 809 mm |
| Weight | 2378 lb 1079 kg |
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