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C18 ACERT™ Dry Manifold Engine
Cat C18 ACERT engines are the ideal solution for your demanding operations in the oilfield. Decades of field operation and intense research and development allow Cat C18 ACERT engines to deliver excellent performance with low operating costs and emissions. Equipment powered by C18 ACERT engines include, pump skids, nitrogen units, acidizing units, cementing units, blenders, and hydraulic power units. Cat engines are backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty. C18 ACERT engines, with ratings: 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm, meet China Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent, EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards. Ratings: 570-597 bkW (765-800 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm meet U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent emission standards. Ratings below 560 bkW (751 bhp) are available using U.S. EPA and EU Flexibility, and for other global regulated and non-regulated areas. Ratings above 560 bkW (751 bhp are available using U.S. EPA Flexibility and for other global regulated and non-regulated areas.
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General Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | 800 BHP 596 bkW |
| Displacement | 1100 in³ 18 l |
| Minimum Rating | 575 BHP 429 bkW |
| Governor and Protection | ADEM A3 ADEM A3 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged-Aftercooled Turbocharged-Aftercooled |
| Flywheel and Flywheel Housing | SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1 SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1 |
| Flywheel Teeth | 136 (SAE No. 0), 113 (SAE No. 1) 136 (SAE No. 0), 113 (SAE No. 1) |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise Counterclockwise |
| Stroke | 7.2 in 183 mm |
| Bore | 5.71 in 145 mm |
Emissions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Emissions | EPA and CARB Non-Road Mobile Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA EPA and CARB Non-Road Mobile Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA |
Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 54.7 in 1389 mm |
| Width | 36.2 in 919 mm |
| Height | 49.5 in 1227 mm |
| Weight | 2807 lb 1273 kg |
Capacity for Liquids
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling System | 13.2 gal (US) 50 l |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Single turbocharger, mid-mounted, inlet 152.4 mm (6 in), hose connection
- Dual turbocharger, front and rear inlet 127.0 mm (5 in.), hose connection
Control System
- Electronic governing, PTO speed control
- Programmable ratings
- Cold mode start strategy
- Automatic altitude compensation
- Power compensation for fuel temperature
- Programmable low and high idle and TEL
- Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
- Engine monitoring and protection system (speed, temperature, pressure)
- J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic, engine status, and control)
Cooling System
- Thermostats and housing — outlet vertical
- Jacket water pump — gear-driven, centrifuga
- RH front water pump inlet
- All plugs/fittings are STOR for lines gp water
Exhaust System
- Exhaust manifold — dry
- Single turbo — front-facing turbo exhaust, full marmon connection, maximum load 10 kg for direct connection to turbo
- Dual turbo — exhaust elbow, dry 203 mm (8 in)
Flywheels and Flywheel Housings
- See Mandatory Options
Fuel System
- Electronic unit injector
- Fuel filter, secondary, mid-mount (LH 2 micron high performance)
- Fuel transfer pump, LH front
- Fuel priming pump, LH mid-mount
- Fuel sample valve, mounted on fuel filter base.
Lube System
- Crankcase breather — rear valve cover
- Oil cooler — RH (dual)
- Oil filter — RH, LH
- Oil pan — front sump
- Oil dipstick — LH front
- Oil pump
Mounting System
- Front support (shipping only)
Power Take-Offs
- Crankshaft pulley, 203.2 mm (8 in), 3 grooves 292.1 mm (11.5 in) 1 groove, all 15.9 mm (.63 in) width
- Hydraulic pump drive, SAE A, 11-tooth
General
- Vibration damper
- Paint — Cat yellow
- Lifting eyes
- Automatic variable timing, electronic
- Electronic installation kit 70-pin connector (connectors, pins, sockets)
Mandatory Options
- Throttle position sensor
- Single turbo only — exhaust system (front or rear)
- Flywheel housing or rear PTO
- Primary filter/water separator
Optional Equipment
Air Compressor
- Air compressor governor
- Expansion chambers
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaners
- Air lines
Charging System
- Charging alternators
- Alternator mountings
- Alternator wiring
- Circuit breakers and mountings
- Alternator belt guard
Cooling System
- Radiator
- Fan drive with radiator packages
- Fan height instructions
- Vee belts
- Aftercooler lines with Caterpillar installed radiator
- Single turbo configuration rear-facing exhaust
- Single turbo configuration rear-facing exhaust
- Aftercoooler lines
- Suction fan adapters
- Blower fan adapter
- Blower fan
- Suction fan
- Fan belt
- Coolant level sensor
- Dry charge coolant conditioners
Exhaust System
- Turbo exhaust connection
- Flexible fittings
- Elbows, flange, clamp, pipes
- Exhaust adapters
- Manifold
- Mufflers
Fuel Systems
- Flexible fuel lines
- Fuel filter location
- Fuel cooler
- Water separator
Instrumentation
- Gauges and instrument panels
Lube System
- Oil pans
- Drain and cover
- Oil level gauge
- Remote oil filters
- Oil filters
- Lubricating oils
Mounting System
- Structural steel base
- Front and rear engine support
Power Take-Offs
- Rear enclosed clutches
- Hydraulic pump drives
- Hydraulics gear pumps
- Clutch supports
- Crankshaft pulleys
Protection System
- Air shutoff
Starting System
- Air starting motors
- Air pressure regulator
- Air silencer
- Start switch
- Electric starting motors — 12V, 24V
- Battery sets – 24V
- Battery cable and rack
- Starting aids
Transmission Arrangement
- Transmission water lines
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