Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil | Sump refill with filter | 99.0 L | — |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
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.
| Oil capacity | 99.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 226.0 L |
| Displacement | 32.1 L |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil | Sump refill with filter | 99.0 L | — |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| M-CK3758261P | Cylinder Kit | cylinder kit |
| M-CK3675181P | Cylinder Kit | cylinder_kit |
| 1R-0762 | Fuel Secondary - ADV | fuel_filter |
| 1R-0770 | Fuel/Water Separator | fuel_filter |
| M-4599781 | Gasket Set - Oil Cooler & Lines | gasket |
| 1R-1808 | Engine Oil - ADV | oil_filter |
| 2323232 | Connecting rod | other_service |
| R-20R2284 | C15/C18/C27/C32 ACERT Trim file (12-digit serial) | other_service |
| R-20R2285 | C15/C18/C27/C32 ACERT Trim file (12-digit serial) | other_service |
| i01359666 | Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention | other_service |
| i01372247 | Mounting and Dismounting | other_service |
| i01462046 | Engine Stopping | other_service |
| i01480768 | Burn Prevention | other_service |
| i01496776 | Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention | other_service |
| i01553111 | Generator Lead Connections | other_service |
| i01593543 | Generator Isolating for Maintenance | other_service |
| i01658146 | Important Safety Information | other_service |
| i01805780 | Before Starting Engine | other_service |
| i01830750 | Engine Maintenance Information | other_service |
| i02106213 | Electrical System | other_service |
| i02136012 | Engine Starting | other_service |
| i02879636 | Safety Messages | other_service |
| M-3675181 | Piston | piston |
| M-3758261 | Piston | piston |
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.
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 C32 TA engine has an oil capacity of 99.0 liters.
The Caterpillar C32 TA has a displacement of 32.1 liters with 12 cylinders.
The Caterpillar C32 TA powers 4 generator set(s), including Caterpillar DM9935, Caterpillar DM9951, Caterpillar DM9952, Caterpillar SR5.