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Caterpillar C175-20 Engine

The Caterpillar C175-20 is a 105.8 L 20-cylinder ta engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 2983 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the EPD0064-B, EPD0067-B and EPD0068-B. It holds 675 L (178.3 gal) of oil.

Also known as: Caterpillar C175-20

Part of the Caterpillar C175 engine family — 3 variants share parts & fitment.

105.8 L
Displacement
20
Cylinders
1500 rpm
Rated speed
2983 kW
Gross power

Service parts for the C175-20

The cheapest captured merchant offer per filter — see the full cross-reference below for every OEM/aftermarket option.

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

1 required
3890433Fuel filter$34.97eBay

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Engine specifications

Oil capacity675.0 L
Displacement105.8 L
Cylinders20
AspirationTA
Rated speed1500 rpm
Gross power2983 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

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Caterpillar C175-20Caterpillar EPD0064-BCaterpillar EPD0067-BCaterpillar EPD0068-BCaterpillar EPD0069-BCaterpillar EPD0072-BCaterpillar EPD0073-BCaterpillar EPD0078-BCaterpillar EPD0079-B

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Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter2310167 eBay $27.50 KuduParts $30.00
Fuel filter3890433 Amazon eBay $34.97 FridayParts $71.99
Oil filter
Oil675.0 L

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
CoolantSCAC cooling / jacket waterGenerator temperature rise based on a 40 degree C ambient per NEMA MG1-32.
Engine oilLubricating oil675.0 LSump refill with filter; integral lube oil cooler, gear type lube oil pump
Fuel35 API gravityLHV 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.)
FuelNo. 2 diesel fuel, 35º API gravityLHV 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.

Parts cataloged across the Caterpillar C175 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
378-3022Radial Seal Air Filter Retrofit Kits For Select Large Mining Trucksair_filter
150-ampereBrushless Alternatoralternator
C175-16Engine Modelengine_model
205645Fuel Water Separatorfuel_water_separator
5P-7277Voltage Testerother_service
LEPW0006-02C175-16other_service

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

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.

Filters for this engine

  • Air filter: Caterpillar 2310167 Donaldson P827653 Wix 46671
  • Fuel filter: Caterpillar 3890433 Donaldson P551316 Wix 33685NP

Cross-referenced via Donaldson + OEM/engine-maker interchange — options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for every exact variant.

Also used in

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  • Caterpillar 797F — Dump Truck

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.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar C175-20?

The Caterpillar C175-20 engine has an oil capacity of 675.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar C175-20?

The Caterpillar C175-20 has a displacement of 105.8 liters with 20 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar C175-20 engine?

The Caterpillar C175-20 powers 9 generator set(s), including Caterpillar C175-20, Caterpillar EPD0064-B, Caterpillar EPD0067-B, Caterpillar EPD0068-B, Caterpillar EPD0069-B.

What fuel filter does the Caterpillar C175-20 use?

The Caterpillar C175-20 uses fuel filter part numbers Caterpillar 3890433, Donaldson P551316, Wix 33685NP.

What air filter does the Caterpillar C175-20 use?

The Caterpillar C175-20 uses air filter part numbers Caterpillar 2310167, Donaldson P827653, Wix 46671.