The Caterpillar 3412C TA generator is listed with standby output of 720 kW, 50 Hz operation, 400 V output, and Three phase.
Generator • 50 Hz • Three phase
Key specifications
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26.3 gal/hr
38 gal/hr
50.6 gal/hr
56.8 kW
47 kW
720 kW
648 kW
How the Caterpillar 3412C TA compares
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Falls within the typical industry reference range for generators in this standby-output class.
Falls within the typical industry reference range for generators in this standby-output class.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 3412C TA |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 720 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 648 kW |
| Standby kVA | 900.0 |
| Voltage options | 400 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | Caterpillar 3412 CTA |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 1, 649 cu in (27.02 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | CTA |
| Rated engine speed | 2100 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 36.7 gal (139 L) |
| Engine coolant capacity | 15.6 gal (59 L) |
| Oil capacity | 36.7 gal (139 L) |
| Coolant capacity | 15.1 gal (57 L) |
| Controller | EMCP 4 |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 12, 672 lb (5, 748 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 176.6 × 68.5 × 78.2 in (4485 × 1741 × 1986 mm) |
Fuel consumption
| Standby | 26.3 gal/h (99.6 L/h) @ 50%; 38.0 gal/h (143.7 L/h) @ 75%; 50.6 gal/h (191.7 L/h) @ 100% |
|---|---|
| Prime | 18.9 gal/h (34.4 L/h) @ 50%; 24.0 gal/h (45.4 L/h) @ 75%; 100% |
Maintenance and service parts
| Engine oil | Specification: Sump refill with filter; Capacity: 69.0 L |
|---|---|
| Oil filter | Interval: 1250 hr |
| Fuel filter | Part number: 5134490; Interval: 1250 hr; Specification: Primary and secondary fuel filters, Water separator |
| Air filter | Interval: 1250 hr; Specification: Single element canister type air cleaner, Service indicator |
| Coolant | Interval: 6000 hr; Specification: Cat® Extended Life Coolant; Capacity: 90.0 L |
| Belt | Interval: 1250 hr; Specification: Fan and belt guards, Exhaust flex and ANSI style outlet flange, gasket, bolts and mating weld flange |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Caterpillar USA website.