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3516C (HD) Well Stimulation Engine
Well stimulation operations in the oilfield are complex and demanding. The 3516C (HD) engine for well stimulation operations was specifically developed to reach the highest power nodes while meeting the highest standards in durability, reliability, and emissions. Cat engines are backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty. 3516C (HD) engines, with ratings: 2237-2461 bkW (3000-3300 bhp) @ 1900 rpm meet China Stage III and U.S. Non-road EPA Tier 2 equivalent emission standards. They are available using U.S. EPA and EU Flexibility, and for other regulated and non-regulated areas.
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General Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | 3300 BHP 2461 bkW |
| Displacement | 3173 in³ 52 l |
| Minimum Rating | 3000 BHP 2237 bkW |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged-Aftercooled Turbocharged-Aftercooled |
| Flywheel and Flywheel Housing | SAE No. 0 SAE No. 0 |
| Flywheel Teeth | 151 151 |
| Stroke | 8.46 in 215 mm |
| Bore | 6.69 in 170 mm |
Emissions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Emissions | EPA Non-Road Tier 2, IMO II and China Stage III EPA Non-Road Tier 2, IMO II and China Stage III |
Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 135.83 in 3450 mm |
| Width | 66.5 in 1688 mm |
| Height | 73.3 in 1862 mm |
| Weight | 10590 lb 4803.6 kg |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Separate circuit aftercooler core — corrosion resistant coated (air side), air cleaner (single element w/service indicator)
- Dual rear-mounted turbochargers
Control System
- ADEM A3 ECU — LH
- Electronic fuel injector fuel system (10 amp DC power required to drive electronic engine control unit)
Cooling System
- Torque converter connections
- Thermostats and housing, jacket water pump, gear-driven centrifugal
- Connections for radiator cooling
- Dual outlets: 88.9 mm O.D. (3.5 in) elbow hose connections
- Separate Circuit Aftercooler (SCAC)
Exhaust System
- Exhaust manifold — dry, stainless steel bellows
- Dual turbochargers with watercooled bearings
- Exhaust outlet: 292 mm I.D. (11.5 in), 12-10.5 mm dia. holes EQ SP, 376 mm bolt hole dia.
Flywheels and Flywheel Housing
- Flywheel, SAE No. 0 — 151 teeth
- Flywheel housing — SAE No. 0
Fuel System
- Primary fuel filter
- Fuel priming pump
- Fuel filter — RH spin-on type
- Fuel transfer pump
- Electronically controlled unit injectors
Instrumentation
- No standard instrumentation
- Optional, remote instrumentation available
- Service meter
Lube System
- Crankcase breather — top-mounted
- Oil cooler
- Oil filler and dipstick — RH
- Oil pump
- Oil filter — RH spin-on type
- Rear sump oil pan, 250-hour change interval
- Oil pan drain valve — 3/4″ NPT female connection
Mounting System
- Trunion front support
Power Take-Offs
- Front housing — two-sided
Protection System
- ADEM A3 ECU system to provide customer-programmable engine deration strategies to protect against adverse operating conditions
- Emergency stop logic inputs provided at 40-pin customer interface connection
- Air inlet shutoff
General
- Paint — Cat yellow
- Vibration damper and guard
- Lifting eyes
- B-Series LAND
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner and air cleaner mounting
- Remote air inlet adapters
- Air inlet heater
Charging System
- Battery chargers
- Charging alternators
Control System
- Local speed throttle control
- Throttle position sensors
- Load sharing modules
- Governor conversion
Cooling System
- High gloss black folded core radiators
- Coolant regulator conversion
- Belt guard and radiator guard
- Blower fan
- Radiator cover
- Fan drive and fan pulleys
- Water level switch gauge
- Coolant level sensors
- Coolant conditioner
- Expansion tank
- Heat exchanger cooling conversion
- Auxiliary water pump
- Air separator
Emissions Certifications
- IMO Certification and European Union Certification
Exhaust System
- Flexible exhaust fitting
- Elbows and flange
- Flange and exhaust adapters
- Manifold and mufflers
Fuel Systems
- Flexible fuel lines
- Fuel cooler
- Water/fuel separator
- Fuel level switch
Instrumentation
- Customer management device
- Remote panel display and remote cylinder temperature display
- Switches and contactors
- Gauges and instrument panels
Lube System
- Fumes disposal
- Oil pans
- Prelube options
- Sump pumps
- Oil Filters
Mounting System
- Base remova
- Vibration isolators
- Rails
Power Take-Offs
- Front housing
- Flexible couplings
- Coupling hub
- Front accessory drives
- Auxiliary drive shaft
- Auxiliary drive pulleys
- Front stub shaft
- Damper guard removal
- Pulleys
- Flywheel stub shaft
Marine Society Requirements
- Marine society conversion
- Spray shielding
Protection System
- Shutoffs
- Switches and contractors
- Explosion relief valve
- Sensors
- Oil pressure monitor
- Shutoff controls
- Corrosion protection
Starting System
- Air starting motors — electric
- Air pressure regulator
- Air silencer
- Hydraulic starter
- Air start controls — manual, electric
- Redundant start
- Starting aids
- Battery sets – 24V
- Battery cable and battery rack
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