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Caterpillar 3512 TA Engine

The Caterpillar 3512 TA is a 51.8 L 12-cylinder ta engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 1000 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the DM8220, DM8223 and SR5. It holds 310.4 L (82.0 gal) of oil and 286.8 L (75.8 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Caterpillar 3512 TA

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

51.8 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
1000 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity310.4 L
Coolant capacity286.8 L
Displacement51.8 L
Cylinders12
AspirationTA
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power1000 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

4
Caterpillar 3512 TACaterpillar DM8220Caterpillar DM8223Caterpillar SR5

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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

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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 4 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3512 TA, Caterpillar DM8220, Caterpillar DM8223, Caterpillar SR5.