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G3616 A4 Gas Compression Engine
G3600 A4 engines provide a wide range of power options to fit your gas compression application. G3600 A4 engines bring the highest uptime in the industry and long operating intervals between overhauls. Operators that use G3600 A4 engines in their fleet enjoy virtually no unscheduled downtime, the right power for their application, the lowest operating costs, and emissions compliance. Ideal applications for G3600 engines include centralized gathering stations, gas processing, transmissions, and storage applications. Cat G3616 A4 Gen 1 gas engine with standard ratings: 3729 bkW (5000 bhp) @ 1000 rpm and Cat G3616 A4 Gen 2 gas engines with standard ratings: 3729 bkW (5000 bhp) and uprated ratings: 4101 bkW (5500 bhp) @ 1000 rpm. NSPS site compliant capable.
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Engine Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | 5500 BHP 4101 bkW |
| Rated Speed | 1000 rpm 1000 rpm |
| Emissions | Lean Burn: EPA NSPS Site Compliant Capable with Customer Supplied Aftertreatment, 0.3 g and 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx Lean Burn: EPA NSPS Site Compliant Capable with Customer Supplied Aftertreatment, 0.3 g and 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx |
| Minimum Rating | 5000 BHP 3729 bkW |
| Compression Ratio | Gen 1 (9.2:1) Gen 2 (7:6:1) Gen 1 (9.2:1) Gen 2 (7:6:1) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged - Aftercooled Turbocharged - Aftercooled |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise Counterclockwise |
| Flywheel Teeth | 255 255 |
| Displacement | 20698 in³ 339 l |
| Oil Change Interval | 5000 hours 5000 hours |
| Ignition, Protection | Electronic, ADEM™4 Electronic, ADEM™4 |
| Stroke | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Bore | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Length | 231.38 in 5877 mm |
| Width | 102.28 in 2598 mm |
| Height | 129.05 in 3279 mm |
| Weight – Dry | 70301 lb 31888 kg |
Capacity for Liquids
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling System | 211 gal (US) 798 l |
| Lube Oil System – Refill | 351 gal (US) 1329 l |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner
- Air inlet adapter
Cooling System
- ADEM 4
- ANSI Class 150 6 inch Flange (inlet water connection)
- ANSI Class 150 4 inch Flange (outlet water connection)
- Engine driven water pump
- Jacket Water inlet connection
- Engine Mounted, two stage, plate-fin aftercooler
- Jacket Water outlet regulator 88°C
Engine Rating
- Engine rating and speed selection
Exhaust System
- Hard Heat Shielded Exhaust manifold
- Vertical Exhaust Outlet
Flywheel and Flywheel Housing
- Engine Barring Device
- SAE Standard Flywheel
Fuel System
- ANSI Class 150 2 inch Flange ( Customer Connect)
- Fuel Filter
- Fuel Valve with electronically controlled fuel supply pressure
- Gas supply and and shut-off valves — electronically controlled fuel supply pressure
General
- Four lifting eyes
- Paint, Caterpillar Yellow
- Shipping Skid
- Storage Preservation
Instrumentation
- HMI Panel
Lube System
- Breathers
- Closed Crankcase Ventilation System
- Engine-driven oil pump
- Front and Rear oil Drains
- Oil Cooler
- Oil Filter
- Oil Supply line
- Oil Pan
- Prelube Pump
Mounting System
- Six mounting feet
Power Take-offs
- Damper
- Damper Guard
Protection Systems
- Crankcase explosion relief valve
- Protection Shutdown Levels
Starting System
- Air Start Motor
Telematic System
- Cat® Connect Technology
Optional Equipment
Charging System
- Charging alternator
Exhaust System
- Lifting eye exhaust shield
- Valve Spring Compressor Tools
Fuel System
- Fuel Connection Hose
- Gas Pressure Regulator
General
- Cell – Stellite Radio
- Language Decals
- Paint Colors
- Service Tools
Lube System
- Lubricating Oil
- Oil Level Regulator
Mounting System
- Flex EXH Fitting
- Mounting Plates
Power Take-offs
- Stub Shaft
Telematic System
- Service Communications Adapter
- Product Link Extension Harness
- Product Link Lan Adapter
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