The Cat® C3.6 agricultural tractor engine offers the perfect balance of compact size, reliability, and performance. This engine is offered in ratings ranging up to 90 kW (121 hp) @ 2400 rpm.

The C3.6 is designed to meet the specific requirements of agricultural tractors including structural sump with integral twin balancer shafts.

The C3.6 meets UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA and Brazil MAR-1 emission standards.

C3.6 LRC Diesel Engines - Lesser Regulated & Non-Regulated

Features

  • Emissions

    Meets R96 Stage IIIA and Brazil MAR-1

  • Reliable, Quiet and Durable Power

    World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven technologies and extensive field validation assure reliability and durability in tough nonroad applications.

  • High Performance

    Leading edge fuel systems and turbocharging provide high torque even at lower engine speeds

  • Broad Application Range

    Industry leading range of factory configurable ratings and options to enable a solution for your machine.

  • Low Cost Maintenance

    Worldwide service delivers ease of maintenance and simplifies the servicing routine. Capable of optimal oil change intervals of 500 hours. The S•O•S℠ program is available from your Cat dealer to determine oil change intervals and provide optimal performance.

  • Quality

    Every Cat engine is manufactured to stringent quality standards in order to assure customer satisfaction.

  • World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network

    • Scheduled maintenance, including SOS℠ 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 121 hp 90 kW
Maximum Torque 369 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm 500 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Rated Speed 2200-2400 rpm
Minimum Power 74 hp 55 kW

Emission Standards

Emissions UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA, Brazil MAR-1

General

Engine Configuration Inline 4, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore 3.9 in 98 mm
Stroke 4.7 in 120 mm
Displacement 220 in³ 3.6 l
Compression Ratio 17.0:1
Aspiration Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Combustion System Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment -

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Length 26.8 in 681 mm
Width 22.2 in 564 mm
Height 33.7 in 855 mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments 840 lb 381 kg

Standard Equipment

Control System

  • Starter motor (12V)
  • Alternator (12V)
  • Electronic Control Unit (chassis mounted)
  • Engine control sensors and robust wiring harness
  • Data interface via CANbus SAE J1939

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

  • Agricultural back plate for transmission mounting
  • Choice of flywheel to match industry common hydraulic pumps and transmissions
  • Side PTO with SAE A or SAE B interface

Fuel System

  • Fuel filter - chassis mounted
  • With water sensor

Lube System

  • Lubricating oil filters
  • High incline oil pan - 25 degrees continuous in all directions

General

  • Cold start capability to -25° C (-13° F)
  • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request
C3.6 LRC Diesel Engines - Lesser Regulated & Non-Regulated

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