Caterpillar
Caterpillar CG260-16
CG260
Caterpillar CG260-16 — 272 L V16 spark-ignited natural gas generator engine (Cat CG260 series). 4500 ekW continuous at 1000 rpm (4050 ekW @ 60 Hz); high-efficiency lean-burn, ≤250 mg/Nm³ NOx; ~45% electrical efficiency. Source: Cat 2024 Electric Power Ratings Guide.
- Prime Power · 50 Hz
- 5,625 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 4,500 kWe
- Cylinders
- V16
- Displacement
- 272 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,000 / 1,200 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf
50 Hz1000 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | — | 4500 | 5625 |
60 Hz1200 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | — | 4050 | 5062.5 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Caterpillar |
| Model | CG260-16 |
| Series | CG260 |
| Configuration | V16 |
| Cylinders | 16 |
| Displacement | 272 L |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Ignition Type | Spark Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | Germany |