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Caterpillar 3013C Engine

The Caterpillar 3013C is a 1.5 L 3-cylinder na engine rated at 2800 rpm, producing up to 24.4 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the 3013.

Also known as: Caterpillar 3013C

1.5 L
Displacement
3
Cylinders
2800 rpm
Rated speed
24 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Displacement1.5 L
Cylinders3
AspirationNA
Rated speed2800 rpm
Gross power24 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

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Caterpillar 3013

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Service intervals

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ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
oilChange500 hr3000 Series service intervals increased to 500 hours as standard (3013C, 3024C, 3054, 3056)
minor overhaulOther20000 hr3600 engines designed to run 20 000 hours between minor overhauls using No. 2 fuel
major overhaulOther40000 hr3600 engines designed to run 40 000 hours between major overhauls using No. 2 fuel
cylinder liners and pistonsOther80000 hr3600 cylinder liners and pistons designed for 80 000 hours using No. 2 fuel

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

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
PressureUnit injector fuel injection pressure1240bar (18 000 psi)

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

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
CoolantCat DEACDiesel; 3,000 Service Hours or Three Years; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis
CoolantCat ELCDiesel; 12,000 Service Hours or Six Years; add Cat ELC Extender at 6,000 service hours or one half of service life; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis
CoolantCat NGECNatural Gas; 16,000 Service Hours or Three Years; use interval that occurs first
Engine oilCat NGEONatural Gas
Engine oilCat Arctic DEO SYN SAE 0W-30-40°C to 30°CEngine Crankcase; Industrial Engines
Engine oilCat DEO SYN SAE 5W-40-30°C to 50°CEngine Crankcase; Industrial Engines
Engine oilCat DEO SAE 10W-30-18°C to 40°CEngine Crankcase; Industrial Engines
Engine oilCat DEO SAE 15W-40-9°C to 50°CEngine Crankcase; Industrial Engines
FuelNo. 2 fuel3600 engines designed for 80 000 hours on No. 2 fuel; ratings based on API gravity of 35 at 15 C (60 F), LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg used at 29 C (84 F) with a density of 838.9 g/L
GreaseCat Generator Set GreasePart Number 108-8611

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

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

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Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Also used in

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  • Caterpillar CB214D — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CB214E — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CB224D — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CB224E — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CB225D — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CB225E — Compactor
  • Caterpillar CB335D — Compactor

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 displacement of the Caterpillar 3013C?

The Caterpillar 3013C has a displacement of 1.5 liters with 3 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar 3013C engine?

The Caterpillar 3013C powers 1 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3013.