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Caterpillar C6.6

C Series

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Caterpillar C6.6 6.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 150 ekW standby at 60Hz. U.S. EPA Tier 3. Turbocharged Aftercooled (ACERT).

Caterpillar C6.6 6.6L L6 diesel generator engine — 156 kVA standby specifications
Caterpillar C6.6 6.6L L6 diesel generator engine — 156 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
156 kVA
Electrical Output
125 kWe
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
6.6 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 Power125.6113141.3
Standby Power138.9125156.3

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power151.1136170
Standby Power166.7150187.5

Caterpillar C6.6 generator set context

The Caterpillar C6.6 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 156 kVA / 125 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 C6.6C Series C6.6

Technical Specifications

BrandCaterpillar
ModelC6.6
SeriesC Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement6.6 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 3
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Caterpillar C6.6?

The Caterpillar C6.6 is rated at 156 kVA standby / 141 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 188 kVA standby / 170 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the C6.6 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Caterpillar C6.6 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Caterpillar C6.6 use?

The Caterpillar C6.6 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the C6.6?

The Caterpillar C6.6 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 6.6 L.

What emissions standard does the C6.6 meet?

The Caterpillar C6.6 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

Is the Caterpillar C6.6 still in production?

Yes — the Caterpillar C6.6 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the C6.6?

Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar C6.6 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

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

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