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Caterpillar C32 TA Engine

The Caterpillar C32 TA is a 32.1 L 12-cylinder ta engine rated at 1800 rpm. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the C32DR35, DM9935, DM9951 and DM9952. It holds 99 L (26.2 gal) of oil and 55 L (14.5 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Caterpillar C32 TA

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

32.1 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
99.0 L
Oil capacity

Engine specifications

Oil capacity99.0 L
Coolant capacity55.0 L
Displacement32.1 L
Cylinders12
AspirationTA
Rated speed1800 rpm

Generator sets powered by this engine

5

This engine also powers 1 machine(s) on Power Equipment Info.

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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
4350408CLEANER GP-AIR-Dair_filter
ACL0017STANDARD AIR CLEANER 17air_filter
LF4811P FRAME / R FRAME DC REGULATORavr
LF9848IVR-EM10Aavr
M-CK3758261PCylinder Kitcylinder kit
M-CK3675181PCylinder Kitcylinder_kit
1195148COOLANT-LONG LIFE-BULK-1 LITERfluid
3690804ADDITIVE-COOLANTfluid
COOL001155L EXTENDED LIFE COOLANTfluid
LS0332LONG LIFE COOLANTfluid
1R-0762Fuel Secondary - ADVfuel_filter
1R-0770Fuel/Water Separatorfuel_filter
M-4599781Gasket Set - Oil Cooler & Linesgasket
1R-1808Engine Oil - ADVoil_filter
1535710BATTERY-WETother_service
2323232Connecting rodother_service
2613291MOTOR GP-ELECSTGother_service
3395996CHARGER-BATTERYother_service
4864557HEATER GP-GENother_service
5770040HEATER GP-JW BSCother_service
7L787124 VOLT BATTERY SET / BATTERY GPother_service
7L787224 VOLT BATTERY SETother_service
BAT2429ENCLO BATT 24V WET 1400CCA 29other_service
BTC1038ENCLOSURE BATT CHARGER 10Aother_service
ELSM248ELEC. START MOTOR HEAVY DUTYother_service
LF3239SERIES WIRED SPACE HEATERSother_service
LS1230ENCLOSURE HVY DUTY BATTERY SETother_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
SHK0022SPACE HEATER 1400S FRAMEother_service
M-3675181Pistonpiston
M-3758261Pistonpiston
JWH0241JW HEATER - SINGLE W/PUMP 60HZpump
LF5341JWH W/ PUMP - 60HZpump
4471546TRANSFORMER GP-CURRENTsensor
5N9597VOLTAGE INDICATOR 480V, 60HZsensor
CT20006CT 2000:5 RATIOsensor
LS0328ELECTRIC STARTING MOTOR-HEAVYstarter

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.

Also used in

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  • 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 5 generator set(s), including Caterpillar C32DR35, Caterpillar DM9935, Caterpillar DM9951, Caterpillar DM9952, Caterpillar SR5.