The Caterpillar G3516B generator is listed with standby output of 1300 kW, Natural Gas fuel, 60 Hz operation, 380 V, 4160 V output, Three phase, and sound level of 63 dBA @ 3 ft (1 m).
Generator • Natural Gas • 60 Hz • Three phase
Key specifications
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106.8 kW
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How the Caterpillar G3516B compares
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Generator information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | G3516B |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 1300 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 1312 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1356.0 |
| Voltage options | 380 V, 4160 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
| Power factor | 0.7 |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | Caterpillar G3516B |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 4, 211 cu in (69 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | Turbocharged |
| Rated engine speed | 1800 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 111.7 gal (423 L) |
| Engine coolant capacity | 54.2 gal (205 L) |
| Oil capacity | 111.7 gal (423 L) |
| Coolant capacity | 54.2 gal (205 L) |
| Maximum ambient | 129 °F (54 °C) |
| Controller | ADEM A3 digital engine management system, ADEM3, EMCP 4 Panels |
| Alternator | Caterpillar SR4B |
| Emissions | Low Emission |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 12, 167 lb (5, 519 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 190.9 × 85 × 95.1 in (4848 × 2160 × 2415 mm) |
| Sound level | 63 dBA @ 3 ft (1 m) |
Fuel consumption
| Standby | 10.6 gal/h (40.0 L/h) @ 50%; 14.6 gal/h (55.2 L/h) @ 75%; 18.8 gal/h (71.2 L/h) @ 100% |
|---|---|
| Prime | 50%; 75%; 100% |
Maintenance and service parts
| Oil filter | Interval: 104 hr |
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Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Caterpillar USA website.