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Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset
C15
Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset discontinued/non-current diesel generator-set package. Cat H-CPC marks the source page as Non-Current and links the official LEHE1724-02 Cat spec sheet validating the 500 ekW standby and 455 ekW prime rating.
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- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-12
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 500 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 15.2 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset generator set context
The Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 500 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 | C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset |
| Series | C15 |
| Configuration | C15 ACERT inline-6 four-cycle diesel generator-set engine |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 15.2 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Low BSFC Emissions Compliant |
| Certifications | Caterpillar Non-Current product page, Official Caterpillar spec sheet |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset use?
The Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset?
The Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 15.2 L.
What emissions standard does the C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset meet?
The Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset is certified to Low BSFC Emissions Compliant emissions standards.
Is the C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset still in production?
No — the Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset?
Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar C15 60 Hz 500 ekW Low BSFC Legacy Genset can be downloaded from this page.