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Caterpillar 3516CHD Engine

The Caterpillar 3516CHD is a 69 L turbo plus ataac engine rated at 1200 rpm. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the 3516C HD and 3516C-HD.

Also known as: Caterpillar 3516CHD

69.0 L
Displacement
1200 rpm
Rated speed

Engine specifications

Displacement69.0 L
AspirationTurbo plus ATAAC
Rated speed1200 rpm

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E70)12 667N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E90)12 677N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherRating condition (diesel 7 L and higher)99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F)SAE J1995 inlet air standard
OtherRating 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
OtherRating condition (gas)100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F)SAE J1349 standard
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70)2.23
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90)2.23
PressureWS255 pump plunger load238,000lb (107,960 kg)
PressureWS273XD pump plunger load275,000lb (124 738 kg)
PressureWS305XD pump plunger load250,000lb (113 398 kg)
SpeedMaximum Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1970rpm
SpeedRated Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1900rpm

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
Engine oilEPA 2D 89.330-96 (fuel reference, Diesel <6.6 L, density 0,845-0,850 kg/L a 15 °C)Reference condition only, not a lubricant recommendation
Fuel35° API, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb), density 838,9 g/L (Diesel ≥7 L rating condition)Reference fuel for Diesel rating conditions
Fuel35° API gravity, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 btu/lb)SAE J1995Diesel engines 7 liter and higher; used at 29°C (84.2°F) with density 838.9 g/L
FuelEPA 2D 89.330-96EPA 2D 89.330-96Diesel engines up to 6.6 liter; density 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F); fuel inlet temperature 40°C (104°F)
Fueldry 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.

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

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Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Also used in

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  • Caterpillar 789D — Dump Truck

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Common questions

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar 3516CHD?

The Caterpillar 3516CHD has a displacement of 69.0 liters.

Which generators use the Caterpillar 3516CHD engine?

The Caterpillar 3516CHD powers 2 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3516C HD, Caterpillar 3516C-HD.