The Caterpillar 3516B TA is a 69 L 16-cylinder ta engine rated at 1500 rpm. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the CAT 3516B TA, DM7949 and SR5. It holds 401.3 L (106.0 gal) of oil and 382 L (100.9 gal) of coolant.
Also known as: CAT 3516B TA
Part of the Caterpillar 3516B engine family — 6 variants share parts & fitment.
| Oil capacity | 401.3 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 382.0 L |
| Displacement | 69.0 L |
| Cylinders | 16 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
| 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 |
| 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.
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 3516B TA engine has an oil capacity of 401.3 liters.
The Caterpillar 3516B TA has a displacement of 69.0 liters with 16 cylinders.
The Caterpillar 3516B TA powers 4 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3516B TA, Caterpillar CAT 3516B TA, Caterpillar DM7949, Caterpillar SR5.