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Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset
3516C
Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset discontinued/non-current diesel generator-set package. Cat H-CPC marks the source page as Non-Current and links the official LEHE2680-02 Cat spec sheet validating the 2250 ekW prime DCP rating.
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- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-12
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 2,250 kW
- Cylinders
- V16
- Displacement
- 78.08 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset generator set context
The Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 2,250 kW / 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 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP 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 |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset use?
The Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset?
The Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset is a V16 (16-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 78.08 L.
What emissions standard does the 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset meet?
The Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 2) emissions standards.
Is the 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset still in production?
No — the Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset?
Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar 3516C 60 Hz 2250 ekW Prime DCP Legacy Genset can be downloaded from this page.