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Caterpillar C32 TA Engine

The Caterpillar C32 TA is a 32.1 L 12-cylinder ta engine rated at 1500 rpm. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the DM9935, DM9951, DM9952 and SR5. It holds 99 L (26.2 gal) of oil and 226 L (59.7 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: CAT C32 TA

Part of the Caterpillar C32 engine family — 2 variants share parts & fitment.

32.1 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1500 rpm
Rated speed
99.0 L
Oil capacity

Engine specifications

Oil capacity99.0 L
Coolant capacity226.0 L
Displacement32.1 L
Cylinders12
AspirationTA
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
OilSump refill with filter99.0 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 C32 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
M-CK3758261PCylinder Kitcylinder kit
M-CK3675181PCylinder Kitcylinder_kit
1R-0762Fuel Secondary - ADVfuel_filter
1R-0770Fuel/Water Separatorfuel_filter
M-4599781Gasket Set - Oil Cooler & Linesgasket
1R-1808Engine Oil - ADVoil_filter
2323232Connecting rodother_service
R-20R2284C15/C18/C27/C32 ACERT Trim file (12-digit serial)other_service
R-20R2285C15/C18/C27/C32 ACERT Trim file (12-digit serial)other_service
i01359666Crushing Prevention and Cutting Preventionother_service
i01372247Mounting and Dismountingother_service
i01462046Engine Stoppingother_service
i01480768Burn Preventionother_service
i01496776Fire Prevention and Explosion Preventionother_service
i01553111Generator Lead Connectionsother_service
i01593543Generator Isolating for Maintenanceother_service
i01658146Important Safety Informationother_service
i01805780Before Starting Engineother_service
i01830750Engine Maintenance Informationother_service
i02106213Electrical Systemother_service
i02136012Engine Startingother_service
i02879636Safety Messagesother_service
M-3675181Pistonpiston
M-3758261Pistonpiston

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

2

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 6020B — Shovel
  • Caterpillar 777E — Haul Truck
  • Caterpillar 777F — Dump Truck
  • Caterpillar 777G — Haul Truck
  • Caterpillar 854K — Dozer Wheeled
  • Caterpillar 993K — Loader Wheeled
  • Caterpillar C32 — Marine Engine

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 C32 TA?

The Caterpillar C32 TA engine has an oil capacity of 99.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar C32 TA?

The Caterpillar C32 TA has a displacement of 32.1 liters with 12 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar C32 TA engine?

The Caterpillar C32 TA powers 4 generator set(s), including Caterpillar DM9935, Caterpillar DM9951, Caterpillar DM9952, Caterpillar SR5.