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Caterpillar 8CM32 Engine

The Caterpillar 8CM32 is a 38.6 L 8-cylinder turbocharged and after-cooled engine rated at 4850 rpm, producing up to 500 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar.

Also known as: Caterpillar 8CM32

38.6 L
Displacement
8
Cylinders
4850 rpm
Rated speed
500 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Displacement38.6 L
Cylinders8
AspirationTurbocharged and after-cooled
Rated speed4850 rpm
Gross power500 kW

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E70)12 667N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E90)12 677N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70)2.23
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90)2.23
PressureWS255 pump plunger load238,000lb (107,960 kg)
PressureWS273XD pump plunger load275,000lb (124 738 kg)
PressureWS305XD pump plunger load250,000lb (113 398 kg)
SpeedMaximum Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1970rpm
SpeedRated Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1900rpm

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar 8CM32?

The Caterpillar 8CM32 has a displacement of 38.6 liters with 8 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar 8CM32 engine?

The Caterpillar 8CM32 powers 1 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 8CM32.