The Caterpillar GCM34 is a 38.1 L 20-cylinder turbocharged and after-cooled engine rated at 720 rpm, producing up to 6720 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the G16CM34.
Also known as: Caterpillar GCM34
| Displacement | 38.1 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 20 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged and after-cooled |
| Rated speed | 720 rpm |
| Gross power | 6720 kW |
| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Gross Input Torque (TH55-E70) | 12 667 | N•m (9350 lb-ft) | |
| Other | Gross Input Torque (TH55-E90) | 12 677 | N•m (9350 lb-ft) | |
| Other | Stall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70) | 2.23 | ||
| Other | Stall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90) | 2.23 | ||
| Pressure | WS255 pump plunger load | 238,000 | lb (107,960 kg) | |
| Pressure | WS273XD pump plunger load | 275,000 | lb (124 738 kg) | |
| Pressure | WS305XD pump plunger load | 250,000 | lb (113 398 kg) | |
| Speed | Maximum Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions) | 1970 | rpm | |
| Speed | Rated Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions) | 1900 | rpm |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | EPA 2D 89.330-96 (fuel reference, Diesel <6.6 L, density 0,845-0,850 kg/L a 15 °C) | Reference condition only, not a lubricant recommendation | |||
| Fuel | 35° API, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb), density 838,9 g/L (Diesel ≥7 L rating condition) | Reference fuel for Diesel rating conditions |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
The Caterpillar GCM34 has a displacement of 38.1 liters with 20 cylinders.
The Caterpillar GCM34 powers 1 generator set(s), including Caterpillar G16CM34.