The Caterpillar 3516B HD is a 78 L 16-cylinder ta engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 1200 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the SR5. It holds 401.3 L (106.0 gal) of oil and 233 L (61.6 gal) of coolant.
Also known as: Caterpillar 3516B HD
Part of the Caterpillar 3516B engine family — 6 variants share parts & fitment.
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| Oil capacity | 401.3 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 233.0 L |
| Displacement | 78.0 L |
| Cylinders | 16 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
| Gross power | 1200 kW |
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | 2500 hr | |||
| Fuel filter | — | 1000 hr | |||
| Oil filter | — | 2500 hr | |||
| Battery | — | 1000 hr | |||
| Belt | — | 2500 hr | |||
| Coolant | 233.0 L | — | 3650 hr | ||
| Oil | 401.3 L | — | |||
| Spark plug | — | 2500 hr |
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| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Rating condition (diesel 7 L and higher) | 99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1995 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating condition (diesel up to 6.6 L) | 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg) total barometric pressure, 1 kPa (.295 in Hg) vapor pressure, 25°C (77°F) | ISO/TR14396 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating condition (gas) | 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1349 standard |
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| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | 35° API gravity, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 btu/lb) | SAE J1995 | Diesel engines 7 liter and higher; used at 29°C (84.2°F) with density 838.9 g/L | ||
| Fuel | EPA 2D 89.330-96 | EPA 2D 89.330-96 | Diesel engines up to 6.6 liter; density 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F); fuel inlet temperature 40°C (104°F) | ||
| Fuel | dry natural gas, LHV 35.54 MJ/Nm3 (905 btu/ft3) | Gas ratings based on SAE J1349 standard conditions of 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F) |
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 |
| 1R-1725 | Standard Efficiency Fuel Filter | Filter |
| 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 |
| RE506428 | Final Filter Element (2 Micron) | Fuel filter |
| RE515345 | FUEL FILTER (3516) | Fuel filter |
| RE527961 | FUEL FILTER | Fuel filter |
| RE60021 | FINAL FUEL FILTER | 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 |
| 328-3655 | Filter hydraulic/transmission | Hydraulic filter |
| 2W9727 | Water pump impeller | Impeller |
| 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 |
| 1440725 | Connecting rod | Service part / kit |
| 1743191 | Reman Cylinder Heads | Service part / kit |
| 256-0330 | Oxidation Catalyst Assembly - Round | Service part / kit |
| AEHQ5640-02 | 994F Wheel Loader | Service part / kit |
| LEDW3153 | Supersedes LECW7527 | Service part / kit |
| LEHW0155-01 | CATERPILLAR® ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | 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 |
| XQ1750 | power module | Service part / kit |
| 212-8176 | Water pump | Pump |
| 222-5152 | Water pump repair kit | Pump |
| 113-8432 | Front seal | Seal |
| 4W3864 | Water pump seal | Seal |
| 137-03 | FIRE EXTING PRES SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Sensor |
| 137-04 | FIRE EXTING PRES SENSOR SHORT LOW | Sensor |
| 38-03 | EXT TANK FUEL LEVEL SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Sensor |
| 38-04 | EXT TANK FUEL LEVEL SENSOR SHORT LOW | 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.
Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.
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The Caterpillar 3516B HD engine has an oil capacity of 401.3 liters.
The Caterpillar 3516B HD has a displacement of 78.0 liters with 16 cylinders.
The Caterpillar 3516B HD powers 2 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3516B HD, Caterpillar SR5.
The Caterpillar 3516B HD uses oil filter part numbers Caterpillar 3890434, Caterpillar 2P4005, Donaldson P551808.
The Caterpillar 3516B HD uses fuel filter part numbers Caterpillar 3089679, Caterpillar 3890433, Caterpillar 1110716.
The Caterpillar 3516B HD uses air filter part numbers Caterpillar 1W3636, Caterpillar 4P0710, Donaldson P117781.