Caterpillar
Caterpillar 3608
3600 Series
Caterpillar 3608 — 147.8 L V8 turbocharged-aftercooled diesel generator engine (Cat 3600 series). 2860 ekW standby / 2600 ekW prime @ 50 Hz, 2660 / 2420 ekW @ 60 Hz; medium-speed V8 (280×300 mm); marketed as C280-8 (IMO/EPA Tier 2) marine. Source: Cat 2024 Electric Power Ratings Guide.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 3,575 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 2,860 kWe
- Cylinders
- V8
- Displacement
- 147.8 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,000 / 1,200 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf
50 Hz1000 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | — | 2600 | 3250 |
| Standby Power | — | 2860 | 3575 |
60 Hz1200 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | — | 2420 | 3025 |
| Standby Power | — | 2660 | 3325 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Caterpillar |
| Model | 3608 |
| Series | 3600 Series |
| Configuration | V8 |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement | 147.8 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | U.S. EPA Tier 2 |
| Country of Origin | United States |