Caterpillar
Caterpillar C13B
C-Series High-Speed Industrial
Caterpillar C13B 12.5 L inline-6 high-speed industrial diesel engine rated from 340 to 430 kW at 1800-2100 RPM. Cat documents DOC, DPF and SCR aftertreatment and EU Stage V / U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final compliance. EPA data confirms constant-speed 1800 RPM configurations; generator-package electrical output must be engineered separately.
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- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-07-24
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Maximum Mechanical Power
- 430 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 12.5 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,800 RPM
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Caterpillar C13B industrial power context
The Caterpillar C13B is a high-speed industrial diesel engine rated at 430 kW mechanical output at 1,800 RPM. It is used in off-road equipment and can support engineered variable-speed power systems, but its maximum power is not a direct 50/60 Hz alternator rating. Verify the drivetrain, power electronics, cooling, and emissions installation with Volvo Penta before specifying a generator package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Caterpillar |
| Model | C13B |
| Series | C-Series High-Speed Industrial |
| Configuration | L6 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 12.5 L |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 |
| Dry Weight | 1125 kg |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1274 × 994 × 1134 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Euro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 |
| Certifications | EU Stage V, U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Year Introduced | 2020 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum power output of the Caterpillar C13B?
The Caterpillar C13B has a maximum mechanical output of 430 kW at 1,800 rpm. This is a variable-speed off-road rating, not a fixed-speed generator-set rating.
What fuel does the Caterpillar C13B use?
The Caterpillar C13B is a diesel variable-speed industrial engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the C13B?
The Caterpillar C13B is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 12.5 L.
What emissions information is listed for the C13B?
This record lists Euro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 for the Caterpillar C13B. 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.
What is the catalog status of the Caterpillar C13B?
The Caterpillar C13B is marked active in this database. Confirm current production and availability with the manufacturer; catalog status is not a live supply check.
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