Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil | Sump refill with filter | 310.4 L | — |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
The Caterpillar 3512B-HD TA is a 58.56 L 12-cylinder ta engine rated at 1500 rpm. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the SR5. It holds 310.4 L (82.0 gal) of oil and 305.8 L (80.8 gal) of coolant.
Also known as: CAT 3512B-HD TA
Part of the Caterpillar 3512B engine family — 8 variants share parts & fitment.
| Oil capacity | 310.4 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 305.8 L |
| Displacement | 58.56 L |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil | Sump refill with filter | 310.4 L | — |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | SCAC cooling / jacket water | Generator temperature rise based on a 40 degree C ambient per NEMA MG1-32. | |||
| Engine oil | Lubricating oil | 675.0 L | Sump refill with filter; integral lube oil cooler, gear type lube oil pump | ||
| Fuel | 35 API gravity | LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb) at 29 C (85 F), weighing 838.9 g/liter (7.001 lbs/U.S. gal.) | |||
| Fuel | No. 2 diesel fuel, 35º API gravity | LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb) | Weighing 838.9 g/liter (7.001 lbs/U.S. gal.), used at 29º C (85º F). Consult Cat dealer for Low Sulfur fuel and Biodiesel capability. |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Part # | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 8N6309 | Air filter outer | Air filter |
| 105-amp | Alternator | Alternator |
| 141-7116 | V-belt | Belt |
| 1R-0755 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | Filter |
| 1U-5490 | Hydrosolv 4165 liquid cleaner, 19 L (5 US gallon) | Fluid |
| 1U-5492 | Hydrosolv 100 Liquid Cleaner, 19 L (5 US gal) | Fluid |
| 1U-8804 | Hydrosolv 100 Liquid Cleaner, 4 L (1 US gal) | Fluid |
| 1U-8812 | Hydrosolv 4165 Liquid Cleaner, 4 L (1 US gal) | Fluid |
| 5N-5561 | Silicone Lubricant | Fluid |
| 8T-5571 | Hydrosolv 100 - 208 L (55 US gallon) | Fluid |
| 8T-7570 | Hydrosolv 4165 - 208 L (55 US gallon) | Fluid |
| 133-5673 | Fuel/Water Separator | Fuel filter |
| 1R-0749 | Fuel Secondary - ADV | Fuel filter |
| 1R0750 | Filter fuel | Fuel filter |
| 1R0755 | Filter fuel | Fuel filter |
| 1R0756 | Filter fuel | Fuel filter |
| 3S3875 | Filter fuel | Fuel filter |
| 10R9951 | Head Gaskets | Gasket |
| 1744947 | Aftercooler and Lines Gaskets | Gasket |
| 2322507 | Manifold Gaskets | Gasket |
| 2322521 | Turbocharger Gaskets | Gasket |
| 2342795 | Injector Seals/Gaskets | Gasket |
| 1R0741 | Filter hydraulic | Hydraulic filter |
| 2322522 | Reman Injectors | Injector |
| 1R-0716 | Engine Oil | Oil filter |
| 1R-1808 | Engine Oil - ADV | Oil filter |
| 1R0719 | Filter oil | Oil filter |
| 1R0726 | Filter oil | Oil filter |
| 138-8440 | Component cleaner | Service part / kit |
| 1440725 | Connecting rod | Service part / kit |
| 169-8373 | Fluid Sampling Bottle | Service part / kit |
| 174-6854 | Hydrosolv 100 liquid cleaner, 19 L (5 US gallon) | Service part / kit |
| 1743191 | Reman Cylinder Heads | Service part / kit |
| 249-0437 | Oxidation Catalyst Assembly - Round | Service part / kit |
| 4C-9301 | Coolant Conditioner Test Kit | Service part / kit |
| 5P-3413 | Pipe Sealant | Service part / kit |
| 8T-5296 | Coolant Conditioner Test Kit | Service part / kit |
| 9S-3263 | Thread lock | Service part / kit |
| 9S-4030 | Thread lock | Service part / kit |
| PEHJ0271 | Cat® Emissions Upgrade Kits for Select 3500 Marine Engines | Service part / kit |
| PEHJ0287 | Cat® Performance Upgrade Kits for Select 3508, 3512, and 3516 Marine Engines | Service part / kit |
| 1U-5718 | Vacuum Pump | Pump |
| 222-5152 | Water pump repair kit | Pump |
| 9S-8140 | Pressurizing Pump | Pump |
| 113-8432 | Front seal | Seal |
| 4W3864 | Water pump seal | Seal |
| 9G8010 | Switch | Sensor |
| ESD5526 | Speed Controller | Speed controller |
| 248-5513 | Thermostat | Thermostat |
Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.
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.
The Caterpillar 3512B-HD TA engine has an oil capacity of 310.4 liters.
The Caterpillar 3512B-HD TA has a displacement of 58.56 liters with 12 cylinders.
The Caterpillar 3512B-HD TA powers 2 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3512B-HD TA, Caterpillar SR5.