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
| 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. |
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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.