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Caterpillar C6.6 Engine

The Caterpillar C6.6 is a 6.6 L 6-cylinder na engine rated at 2300 rpm, producing up to 128 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the C6.6 Generator Set, D125, D150 and D175. It holds 16.5 L (4.4 gal) of oil and 21 L (5.5 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Caterpillar C6.6

Part of the Caterpillar C6.6 engine family — 2 variants share parts & fitment.

6.6 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders
2300 rpm
Rated speed
128 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity16.5 L
Coolant capacity21.0 L
Displacement6.6 L
Cylinders6
AspirationNA
Rated speed2300 rpm
Gross power128 kW

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter
Oil filter
BatteryDual 12V (950 CCA) Cat brand maintenance free batteries
BeltBlower fan, fan drive, and belts complete with protection guards
Coolant filter50% coolant antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor
Oil
Spark plugGlow plugs fitted on the engine

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

Service intervals

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ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
oilChange500 hr3000 Series service intervals increased to 500 hours as standard (3013C, 3024C, 3054, 3056)
minor overhaulOther20000 hr3600 engines designed to run 20 000 hours between minor overhauls using No. 2 fuel
major overhaulOther40000 hr3600 engines designed to run 40 000 hours between major overhauls using No. 2 fuel
cylinder liners and pistonsOther80000 hr3600 cylinder liners and pistons designed for 80 000 hours using No. 2 fuel

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

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
PressureUnit injector fuel injection pressure1240bar (18 000 psi)

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
FuelNo. 2 fuel3600 engines designed for 80 000 hours on No. 2 fuel; ratings based on API gravity of 35 at 15 C (60 F), LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg used at 29 C (84 F) with a density of 838.9 g/L

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 C6.6 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
S200-0369Maintenance-free battery, 1000 CCA (2)battery
S200-0632Starting and charging system, 24Vbattery
S200-1156Keyless battery disconnect switchbattery
i02234878Electrical Systemelectrical_system
g01162916Engine Electronics - Grounding Practicesgrounding_practices
S200-0863Keyless ignition stop/start switchignition
S200-1038Starting aid, thermalignition
S200-0578Directional signals, front & rearlight
S200-0758Halogen work lights, front & rearlight
S200-0957Roading lightslight
289-26305×5 fl ood, work lampslighting
INT9-101FReplaces any core plugother_service
INT9-102FReplaces any core plugother_service
TPL-489-COPERATING & MAINTENANCE OF D175other_service
g01162918Illustration 16other_service
i01489970Generator Isolating for Maintenanceother_service
i02328530Engine Stoppingother_service
i03991620Important Safety Informationother_service
JPR-HDS170PUMP ASSYpump

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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276-7389 FridayParts $52.53 350-8687 FridayParts $160.59 VA53-BP70/LL-39A FridayParts $160.59 213-9759 FridayParts $22.58 126T FridayParts $73.56 033-7687 FridayParts $73.56 211-2092 FridayParts $99.10 3056E0 FridayParts $99.10 416-7727 FridayParts $35.59 322-3155 FridayParts $35.45 344-3456 FridayParts $121.60 344-3455 FridayParts $121.60 105-4849 FridayParts $82.99 201-0950 FridayParts $94.30 252-2237 FridayParts $108.20 375-1478 FridayParts $34.99 219-6488 FridayParts $57.90 20R-3857288-6976 FridayParts $568.89 20R-3857 FridayParts $568.89 3005-24V FridayParts $89.99 3E-7586 FridayParts $89.99 105-4850 FridayParts $89.99 355mm FridayParts $53.89 351-0925 KuduParts $52.00 096-1628 FridayParts $48.56 5P-8309 FridayParts $48.90 20R-2478 FridayParts $938.25 370-7282 SinoCMP $189.00 321-0955 FridayParts $625.56 282-0455 FridayParts $625.56 425-7103 FridayParts $171.56 197-6548 FridayParts $145.99 171-2211 FridayParts $81.88 SDLM-90-4 FridayParts $81.88 290-2789 FridayParts $607.53 327-6125 FridayParts $63.24 327-8515 FridayParts $63.24 148-8385 FridayParts $10.80 150-4037 FridayParts $27.42 286-6911 FridayParts $1426.56 P959383 FridayParts $49.66 131-8828 FridayParts $128.84 365-7606 KuduParts $41.00 539-6920 KuduParts $104.00 2G-1034 FridayParts $13.66 179-9625 FridayParts $69.99 236-6368 FridayParts $55.99 349-4121 FridayParts $55.89 388-6817 SinoCMP $1099.00 227-5971 FridayParts $359.99 171-2206 FridayParts $187.70 277-9463 FridayParts $22.98 148-8339 FridayParts $42.89 6V-8716 FridayParts $42.89 339-6955 KuduParts $163.00 212-5883 FridayParts $156.66 176-1932 FridayParts $64.99 176-1931 FridayParts $64.99 345-3381 FridayParts $1889.56 351-8758 SinoCMP $1069.00

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

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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 C6.6?

The Caterpillar C6.6 engine has an oil capacity of 16.5 liters.

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar C6.6?

The Caterpillar C6.6 has a displacement of 6.6 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar C6.6 engine?

The Caterpillar C6.6 powers 5 generator set(s), including Caterpillar C6.6 Generator Set, Caterpillar D125, Caterpillar D150, Caterpillar D175, Caterpillar XQ175.