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Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset
GC Diesel Generator Sets
Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset discontinued/non-current GC diesel generator set. Cat H-CPC marks the source page as Non-Current and links the official LEHE2010-06 Cat GC spec sheet validating the 450 ekW standby rating.
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- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-11
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 450 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 15.2 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset generator set context
The Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 450 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 | D450 GC Legacy Genset |
| Series | GC Diesel Generator Sets |
| Configuration | C15 ATAAC inline-6 four-stroke water-cooled diesel generator-set engine |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 15.2 L |
| Compression Ratio | 16.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Tier 2 / Tier 3 |
| Certifications | Caterpillar Non-Current product page, EPA stationary emergency application |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset use?
The Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the D450 GC Legacy Genset?
The Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 15.2 L.
What emissions standard does the D450 GC Legacy Genset meet?
The Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset is certified to Tier 2 / Tier 3 emissions standards.
Is the D450 GC Legacy Genset still in production?
No — the Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the D450 GC Legacy Genset?
Yes — an official Caterpillar datasheet for the Caterpillar D450 GC Legacy Genset can be downloaded from this page.