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Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset
C18
Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset discontinued/non-current diesel generator-set variant. Cat H-CPC marks the source page as Non-Current and links the official LEHE1662-03 Cat spec sheet validating the 600 ekW standby / 545 ekW prime rating.
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- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-11
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 600 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 18.1 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset generator set context
The Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 600 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 | C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset |
| Series | C18 |
| Configuration | Inline-6 ATAAC four-stroke water-cooled diesel generator-set engine |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 18.1 L |
| Compression Ratio | 14.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Non-certified emissions |
| Certifications | Caterpillar Non-Current product page, Non-certified emissions Cat non-current literature |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset use?
The Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset?
The Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 18.1 L.
What emissions standard does the C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset meet?
The Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset is certified to Non-certified emissions emissions standards.
Is the C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset still in production?
No — the Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset?
Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar C18 60 Hz Legacy Genset can be downloaded from this page.