Caterpillar
Caterpillar 3516C
3500 Series
Caterpillar 3516C 78.08L 16-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 2500 ekW standby at 60Hz / 2000 ekW standby at 50Hz. U.S. EPA Tier 2. Turbocharged Aftercooled.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 2,500 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 2,000 kWe
- Cylinders
- V16
- Displacement
- 78.08 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 | 2027.8 | 1825 | 2281.3 |
| Standby Power | 2222.2 | 2000 | 2500 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 2500 | 2250 | 2812.5 |
| Standby Power | 2777.8 | 2500 | 3125 |
Caterpillar 3516C generator set context
The Caterpillar 3516C is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 2,500 kVA / 2,000 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 | 3516C |
| Series | 3500 Series |
| Configuration | V16 |
| Cylinders | 16 |
| Displacement | 78.08 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 3516C?
The Caterpillar 3516C is rated at 2,500 kVA standby / 2,281 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 3,125 kVA standby / 2,813 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the 3516C run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Caterpillar 3516C is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Caterpillar 3516C use?
The Caterpillar 3516C is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 3516C?
The Caterpillar 3516C is a V16 (16-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 78.08 L.
What emissions standard does the 3516C meet?
The Caterpillar 3516C is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.
Is the Caterpillar 3516C still in production?
Yes — the Caterpillar 3516C is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the 3516C?
Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar 3516C can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/caterpillar-3516c
- Last database update
- 2026-06-28
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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