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.

C18 Tier 4 Industrial Power Units - Highly Regulated

Features

  • 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.

  • High Performance

    Simple and efficient turbocharger or series turbocharger for high power applications.

  • Fuel Efficiency

    Fuel consumption optimized to match operating cycles of a wide range of equipment and applications while maintaining low operating costs.

  • Fuel & Oil

    Tier 4 Interim or Tier 4 Final, Stage IIIB or Stage IV engines require Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel containing a maximum of 10 ppm sulfur (EU) and 15 ppm sulfur (U.S.), and new oil formulations to support the new technology. Cat® engines are designed to accommodate B20 biofuel. Your Cat dealer can provide more information regarding fuel and oil.

  • Broad Application Range

    Industry leading range of factory configurable ratings and options for agricultural, material handling, construction, mining, aircraft ground support, and other industrial applications.

  • 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
  • Tier 4 Final, Stage IV Aftertreatment Features

    Regeneration. Cat Regeneration System maximizes fuel efficiency during regeneration. Transparent regeneration maximizes uptime. Aftertreatment life is twice as long as engine rebuild


    Mounting. Remote installation options provide OEM flexibility for many applications, including horizontal and vertical mounting.


    Service. Minimum 5000 hour DPF ash service interval. PETU filter service is 5000 hours. PETU DEF capacity up to 48 liters (51 U.S. quarts)


Specifications

Units for specifications

Power Rating

Maximum Power 630 hp 470 kW
Maximum Torque 2177 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm 2951 Nm @ 1300 rpm
Rated Speed 1800-2000 rpm
Minimum Power 575 hp 429 kW

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 5.7 in 145 mm
Stroke 7.2 in 183 mm
Displacement 1104.5 in³ 18.1 l
Compression Ratio 16.0:1
Aspiration Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment DOC+DPF+SCR

Power Unit Dimensions

Length 99.7 in 2532 mm
Width 48.9 in 1241 mm
Height 79 in 2006 mm
Weight 5842 lb 2650 kg

Aftertreatment Dimensions

Width 43.8 in 1112 mm
Height 25.7 in 652 mm
Weight 591 lb 268 kg

Aftertreatment Dimensions*

Diameter 13 in 330 mm

PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final Only

Length 33.6 in 854 mm
Width 11.3 in 287 mm
Height 21.7 in 551 mm
Weight 42.8 lb 19.4 kg
Volume Capacity 51.1 qt (US) 48.4 l

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