Caterpillar
Caterpillar C4.4
C Series
Caterpillar C4.4 4.4L 4-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 50 ekW standby at 60Hz / 45 ekW standby at 50Hz. U.S. EPA Tier 3. Turbocharged.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 56 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 45 kWe
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 4.4 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 | 44.4 | 40 | 50 |
| Standby Power | 50 | 45 | 56.3 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 50 | 45 | 56.3 |
| Standby Power | 55.6 | 50 | 62.5 |
Caterpillar C4.4 generator set context
The Caterpillar C4.4 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 56 kVA / 45 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 | C4.4 |
| Series | C Series |
| Configuration | L4 |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 4.4 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 C4.4?
The Caterpillar C4.4 is rated at 56 kVA standby / 50 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 63 kVA standby / 56 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the C4.4 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Caterpillar C4.4 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Caterpillar C4.4 use?
The Caterpillar C4.4 is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the C4.4?
The Caterpillar C4.4 is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 4.4 L.
What emissions standard does the C4.4 meet?
The Caterpillar C4.4 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.
Is the Caterpillar C4.4 still in production?
Yes — the Caterpillar C4.4 is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the C4.4?
Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar C4.4 can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/caterpillar-c4-4
- Last database update
- 2026-06-28
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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