Caterpillar
Caterpillar 3512C
3500 Series
Caterpillar 3512C 51.8L 12-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 1500 ekW standby at 60Hz / 1400 ekW standby at 50Hz. U.S. EPA Tier 2. Turbocharged Aftercooled.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 1,750 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 1,400 kWe
- Cylinders
- V12
- Displacement
- 51.8 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 / 1,800 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf
50 Hz1500 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 1422.2 | 1280 | 1600 |
| Standby Power | 1555.6 | 1400 | 1750 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 1366.7 | 1230 | 1537.5 |
| Standby Power | 1666.7 | 1500 | 1875 |
Caterpillar 3512C generator set context
The Caterpillar 3512C is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 1,750 kVA / 1,400 kWe / standby rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Caterpillar |
| Model | 3512C |
| Series | 3500 Series |
| Configuration | V12 |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Displacement | 51.8 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | U.S. EPA Tier 2 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Caterpillar 3512C?
The Caterpillar 3512C is rated at 1,750 kVA standby / 1,600 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 1,875 kVA standby / 1,538 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the 3512C run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Caterpillar 3512C is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Caterpillar 3512C use?
The Caterpillar 3512C is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 3512C?
The Caterpillar 3512C is a V12 (12-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 51.8 L.
What emissions standard does the 3512C meet?
The Caterpillar 3512C is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.
Is the Caterpillar 3512C still in production?
Yes — the Caterpillar 3512C is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the 3512C?
Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar 3512C can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/caterpillar-3512c
- Last database update
- 2026-06-28
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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