The Cat™ C7.1 industrial diesel engine is offered in ratings from 130-205 kW (174-275 hp) and meets China Nonroad Stage IV emission standards. The C7.1 is designed to meet the needs of many industries and applications, including bore/drill rigs, chippers/grinders, material handling, mining, earthmoving equipment, paving equipment, pumps, fruit harvesters equipment, turf and underground mining equipment.

C7.1 Tier 4 (same as China NR4)

Features

  • Installation

    Installation

    Boasting one of Caterpillar’s most modular engine designs to date, the Cat C7.1 also features an engine-mounted aftertreatment that saves OEMs valuable time and space when installing into a wide variety of machines—especially industrial and construction applications. OEMs also enjoy a 20% length, 5% height and 40% weight reduction when downsizing from 9-liter platforms.

  • Advanced Features

    Advanced Features

    The Cat C7.1 uses passive regeneration technology, so operators can continue to perform their toughest tasks, in the most severe environments, without having to wait on the engine.

  • Ideal Applications

    Ideal Applications

    Industrial, agricultural and construction applications such as: Pumps • Compressors • Chippers • Grinders • Asphalt paving equipment • Hydraulic power units • Bore rigs • Drill rigs • Tractors

  • Total Cost of Ownership

    Total Cost of Ownership

    The benefits to downsizing are many, including an 18% decrease in overall fuel consumption when downsizing from a 6-cylinder engine. With an added 3-4% decrease in overall DEF consumption and EGR integration, the cost savings don’t take long to add up.

  • Cat Dealer Product Support

    Cat Dealer Product Support

    Scheduled maintenance, five-year warranty, superior dealer service and a comprehensive global dealer support network—it’s all standard with the Cat C7.1.

  • Safety

    Safety

    Validated with thousands of hours of field testing, the Cat C7.1 is built to meet Caterpillar’s strict safety standards and customers’ most demanding work sites throughout the world.

Specifications

Units for specifications

Power Rating

Maximum Power 275 hp 205 kW
Maximum Torque 927 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm 1257 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Rated Speed 2200 rpm
Minimum Power 174 hp 130 kW

Emission Standards

Emissions China Nonroad Stage IV

General

Engine Configuration In-Line 6
Bore 4.13 in 105 mm
Stroke 5.3 in 135 mm
Displacement 427.7 in³ 7 l
Compression Ratio 16.5:1
Aspiration Turbocharged-Aftercooled (TA) or Series Turbocharged Aftercooled (TTA)
Combustion System Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment DOC+DPF+SCR

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Length 34.3 in 870 mm
Width 31.4 in 798 mm
Height 35.9 in 911 mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments 1863 lb 845 kg

Aftertreatment Dimensions

Length 29 in 733 mm
Width 30.3 in 769 mm
Height 18.1 in 455 mm
Weight 236 lb 107 kg

Aftertreatment Dimensions*

Diameter 13.3 in 338 mm

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet

  • Standard air cleaners

Control System

  • Full electronic control system, all connectors and wiring looms waterproof and designed to withstand harsh off-highway environments
  • Flexible and configurable software features and well-supported SAE J1939 CAN bus enables highly integrated machines

Cooling System

  • Top tank temperature 108° C (226° F) as standard to minimize cooling pack size
  • 50:50 water glycol mix
  • Guidance on cooling system design available through your dealer to ensure equipment reliability

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

  • Wide choice of drivetrain interfaces, including SAE No. 1, SAE No. 2, and SAE No. 3 configurations

Fuel System

  • Electronic high pressure common rail
  • Innovative filter design to ensure maximum protection of the engine

Lube System

  • Wide choice of sumps for different applications

General

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

Aftertreatment/ Clean Emissions Control Equipment

  • Clean Emissions Module (CEM), consisting of Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)
  • NOx Reduction System (NRS)
  • Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
  • 3" flex pipe connection with straight, 45°, and 90° options for flexibility
C7.1 Tier 4 (same as China NR4)

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