Caterpillar
Caterpillar C13
C Series
Caterpillar C13 12.5L 6-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 400 ekW standby at 60Hz / 350 ekW standby at 50Hz. U.S. EPA Tier 3. Turbocharged Aftercooled.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 438 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 350 kWe
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 12.5 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 | 355.6 | 320 | 400 |
| Standby Power | 388.9 | 350 | 437.5 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 405.6 | 365 | 456.3 |
| Standby Power | 444.4 | 400 | 500 |
Caterpillar C13 generator set context
The Caterpillar C13 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 438 kVA / 350 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 | C13 |
| Series | C Series |
| Configuration | L6 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 12.5 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | U.S. EPA Tier 3 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Caterpillar C13?
The Caterpillar C13 is rated at 438 kVA standby / 400 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 500 kVA standby / 456 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the C13 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Caterpillar C13 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Caterpillar C13 use?
The Caterpillar C13 is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the C13?
The Caterpillar C13 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 12.5 L.
What emissions standard does the C13 meet?
The Caterpillar C13 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.
Is the Caterpillar C13 still in production?
Yes — the Caterpillar C13 is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the C13?
Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar C13 can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/caterpillar-c13
- Last database update
- 2026-06-28
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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