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Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT Engine Engine

The Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT is a 7.01 L 6-cylinder turbocharged-aftercooled (ta) engine rated at 1700 rpm, producing up to 129.4 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the XQP150 and XQP200. It holds 18.5 L (4.9 gal) of oil and 46.9 L (12.4 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Cat C7.1 ACERT

7.01 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders
1700 rpm
Rated speed
129 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity18.5 L
Coolant capacity46.9 L
Displacement7.01 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled (TA)
Rated speed1700 rpm
Gross power129 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

2
Caterpillar XQP150Caterpillar XQP200

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterHigh Efficiency two stage air cleaner, with dust cup and service indicator find
Fuel filterPrimary filter (10 micron) with integral water separator (330ml capacity)500 hr find
Oil filterPrimary filter (10 micron) with integral water separator (330ml capacity)4621171500 hr PartsGeek FridayParts $28.06
BeltCharging alternator; 24V, heavy duty with integral regulator and belt guards find
Coolant50% glycol mix with corrosion inhibitor33.0 L
OilLubricating System12.4 L (gal)500 hr

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Filters for this engine

  • Oil filter: Caterpillar 4621171 Donaldson P550920 Wix 57325

Cross-referenced via Donaldson + OEM/engine-maker interchange — options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for every exact variant.

Also used in

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  • Caterpillar 930 — Loader Compact Wheel
  • Caterpillar 938M — Excavator Wheeled
  • Caterpillar AP1000D — Paver
  • Caterpillar AP1055D — Paver
  • Caterpillar DE165GC — Generator Set
  • Ford F-650 — Truck
  • Freightliner CONDOR — Truck
  • Kenworth T300 — Truck
  • Peterbilt 330 — Truck
  • Peterbilt 335 — Truck
  • Peterbilt 340 — Truck

Other equipment known to use this engine, via filter-application cross-reference — useful for sourcing parts even when your exact machine isn't listed elsewhere on this page.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT?

The Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT engine has an oil capacity of 18.5 liters.

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT?

The Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT has a displacement of 7.01 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT engine?

The Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT powers 2 generator set(s), including Caterpillar XQP150, Caterpillar XQP200.

What oil filter does the Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT use?

The Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT uses oil filter part numbers Caterpillar 4621171, Donaldson P550920, Wix 57325.

How often should you change the oil in the Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT?

The Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT oil change interval is every 500 hours.