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Caterpillar 3512 TA Engine Engine

The Caterpillar 3512 TA is a 51.8 L 12-cylinder ta engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 1120 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the DM8220, DM8223 and MISSION CRITICAL STANDBY. It holds 310.4 L (82.0 gal) of oil and 286.8 L (75.8 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: CAT 3512 TA

Part of the Caterpillar 3512 engine family — 3 variants share parts & fitment.

51.8 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1500 rpm
Rated speed
1120 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity310.4 L
Coolant capacity286.8 L
Displacement51.8 L
Cylinders12
AspirationTA
Rated speed1500 rpm
Gross power1120 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

5

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
OilSump refill with filter310.4 L

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

Also used in

4
  • Caterpillar 784B — Dump Truck
  • Caterpillar 784C — Dump Truck
  • Caterpillar 785 — Dump Truck
  • Caterpillar 785B — Dump 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 3512 TA?

The Caterpillar 3512 TA engine has an oil capacity of 310.4 liters.

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar 3512 TA?

The Caterpillar 3512 TA has a displacement of 51.8 liters with 12 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar 3512 TA engine?

The Caterpillar 3512 TA powers 5 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3512 TA, Caterpillar DM8220, Caterpillar DM8223, Caterpillar MISSION CRITICAL STANDBY, Caterpillar SR5.