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Caterpillar C32

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Caterpillar C32 32.1L 12-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 1250 ekW standby at 60Hz / 1200 ekW standby at 50Hz. U.S. EPA Tier 2. Turbocharged Aftercooled.

Caterpillar C32 32.1L V12 diesel generator engine — 1,500 kVA standby specifications
Caterpillar C32 32.1L V12 diesel generator engine — 1,500 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
1,500 kVA
Electrical Output
1,200 kWe
Cylinders
V12
Displacement
32.1 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

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power1211.110901362.5
Standby Power1333.312001500

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power1111.110001250
Standby Power1388.912501562.5

Caterpillar C32 generator set context

The Caterpillar C32 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 1,500 kVA / 1,200 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.

Also searched as

Caterpillar C32C Series C32

Technical Specifications

BrandCaterpillar
ModelC32
SeriesC Series
ConfigurationV12
Cylinders12
Displacement32.1 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 2
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Caterpillar C32?

The Caterpillar C32 is rated at 1,500 kVA standby / 1,363 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 1,563 kVA standby / 1,250 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the C32 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Caterpillar C32 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Caterpillar C32 use?

The Caterpillar C32 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the C32?

The Caterpillar C32 is a V12 (12-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 32.1 L.

What emissions standard does the C32 meet?

The Caterpillar C32 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Is the Caterpillar C32 still in production?

Yes — the Caterpillar C32 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the C32?

Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar C32 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-06-28
Manufacturer files
2 datasheets linked

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