Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset
Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset discontinued/non-current diesel generator-set package. Cat H-CPC marks the source page as Non-Current and links the official LEHE1377-06 Cat spec sheet validating the 2500 ekW standby and 2050 ekW continuous rating.
Production StatusProduction Discontinued
3516C
Specifications and documentation remain archived for reference.
- Mechanical Output
- 2,500 kW
- Cylinders
- V16
- Displacement
- 78.08 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Estimated electrical output
Engine power × 0.90. These are estimates, not manufacturer generator ratings. Actual output depends on the alternator and operating conditions.
| Frequency / duty | Engine | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency and duty unverified | 2,500 kWm | 2,250 kWe |
Datasheet & documents
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Technical specifications
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Caterpillar |
| Model | 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset |
| Series | 3516C |
| Configuration | 3516C V-16 four-stroke water-cooled diesel generator-set engine |
| Cylinders | 16 |
| Displacement | 78.08 L |
| Compression Ratio | 14.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | U.S. EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 2) |
| Certifications | Caterpillar Non-Current product page, Official Caterpillar spec sheet |
| Country of Origin | United States |
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The Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset is a diesel generator-drive engine for applications whose frequency must be verified, rated at 2,500 kW / standby rating. Match the model and serial number on your engine plate when requesting a manual or parts. The ratings and emissions information below help identify the version fitted to your generator.
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Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset use?
The Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset?
The Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset is a V16 (16-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 78.08 L.
What emissions information is listed for the 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset?
This record lists U.S. EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 2) for the Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset. Confirm the exact engine family, model year, configuration and applicable manufacturer certification documents before specifying it for a regulated project. A database label does not establish certification of a complete generator package.
Is the 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset still in production?
No — the Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Are reference documents available for the 3516C 60 Hz 2050-2500 ekW Legacy Genset?
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