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Producing reliable power from 2000 to 2500 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3516B diesel generators are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. Cat® generators offer both low fuel consumption and low emission systems.
FAQ
Q. Does this generator comply with ISO 8528 guidelines?
A. Yes, the 3516B, like Cat generators, is tested in accordance with the load steps outlined in with ISO 8528, Part 5.
Q. Are Cat generators easy to install?
A. Cat generators can be configured with a number of options for ease of installation.
Q .Does Cat' have much experience with electric power generation?
A. Cat has over 80 years experience with on-site and portable power and has shipped millions of generators to customers around the world.
Q. Does Cat offer generators that support my Sustainability goals?
A. Cat offers generators that can run on a number of renewable fuels including HVO, biodiesel, landfill gas, sewage gas and more.
Q. Will this generator be able to provide emergency power on hot summer days?
A. Most Cat 3500 Series generators can operate in ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F), reliably providing power when it is needed.
- Over 200,000 shipped since 1981, leading the large engine market
- Optimised for 8% Lower Fuel Consumption. Demonstrated savings in operating costs
- Over 4,000,000,000 global operating hours.Proven performance in heavy-duty applications
- Worldwide support with 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. Get extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements
| Standby Rating | 2500 kVA 2500 kVA |
| Prime Power Rating | 2275 kVA 2275 kVA |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel, Low Emissions Low Fuel, Low Emissions |
| Voltage | 380 to 415 Volts 380 to 415 Volts |
| Frequency | 50 Hz 50 Hz |
| Speed | 1500 rpm 1500 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous |
| Maximum Rating | 2500 kVA 2500 kVA |
| Minimum Rating | 2000 kVA 2000 kVA |
| Engine Model | 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
| Bore | 6.69 in 170 mm |
| Stroke | 8.46 in 215 mm |
| Displacement | 4764.73 in 78 l |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5:1 15.5:1 |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Fuel System | Electronic unit injection Electronic unit injection |
| Governor Type | Adem™3 Adem™3 |
| Length - Maximum | 247.3 in 6282 mm |
| Width - Maximum | 90 in 2286 mm |
| Height - Maximum | 98.2 in 2494 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 34250 lb 15535 kg |
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