Specifications
| Fuel | diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 350 kW |
| Standby kVA | 438 |
| Prime power | 320 kW |
| Emissions | EPA ESE |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1053×779×451 mm |
| Dry weight | 180 kg |
Filters & service parts
model family| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Cat radial seal air filter | — | 750 hr | ||
| Battery | 12V, 950 CCA for 30 seconds at -18°C (0°F), 90 amp-hr @ 20 hours, 170 reserve capacity minutes | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Coolant | 50/50 (water/Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant) | — |
Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.
Service intervals
2| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary air filter element | Change | 250 hr | When changing the primary element at 250 operating hours (basis of the without-indicator filter-change comparison) | |
| Secondary air filter element | Change | 750 hr | When changing the secondary element at 750 operating hours (basis of the without-indicator filter-change comparison) |
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
21| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Air compressor air flow | 374 | L/min (13.2 cfm) @ 1250 rpm | C7 ACERT, C9 ACERT |
| Other | Air compressor air flow | 445 | L/min (15.7 cfm) @ 1250 rpm | C11 ACERT, C13 ACERT, C15 ACERT, C18 ACERT |
| Other | Air compressor air flow | 467 | L/min (16.5 cfm) @ 1250 rpm | C7 ACERT, C9 ACERT |
| Other | Air compressor air flow | 889 | L/min (31.4 cfm) @ 1250 rpm | C11 ACERT, C13 ACERT, C15 ACERT, C18 ACERT |
| Other | Gross Input Torque (TH55-E70) | 12 667 | N•m (9350 lb-ft) | |
| Other | Gross Input Torque (TH55-E90) | 12 677 | N•m (9350 lb-ft) | |
| Other | Radiator cooling package maximum elevation | 1524 | m (5000 ft) | with 50/50 water/Extended Life Coolant mixture |
| Other | Rating condition (diesel 7 L and higher) | 99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1995 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating condition (diesel up to 6.6 L) | 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg) total barometric pressure, 1 kPa (.295 in Hg) vapor pressure, 25°C (77°F) | ISO/TR14396 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating condition (gas) | 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1349 standard | |
| Other | Stall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70) | 2.23 | ||
| Other | Stall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90) | 2.23 | ||
| Pressure | WS255 pump plunger load | 238,000 | lb (107,960 kg) | |
| Pressure | WS273XD pump plunger load | 275,000 | lb (124 738 kg) | |
| Pressure | WS305XD pump plunger load | 250,000 | lb (113 398 kg) | |
| Speed | Maximum Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions) | 1970 | rpm | |
| Speed | Rated Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions) | 1900 | rpm | |
| Temperature | Radiator cooling package design ambient temperature | 48.9 | °C (120°F) | coolant mixture 50/50 (water/Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant), maximum elevation 1524 m (5000 ft) |
| Torque | Air compressor SAE "A" hydraulic pump drive maximum torque (374 L/min and 467 L/min compressors) | 60 | N•m (44 lb-ft) | C7, C9 ACERT |
| Torque | Air compressor maximum torque (374 L/min / 13.2 cfm @ 1250 rpm, C7/C9) | 60 | N·m (44 lb-ft) | 374 L/min (13.2 cfm) @ 1250 rpm |
| Torque | Air compressor maximum torque (467 L/min / 16.5 cfm @ 1250 rpm, C7/C9) | 60 | N·m (44 lb-ft) | 467 L/min (16.5 cfm) @ 1250 rpm |
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
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | 50/50 (water/Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant) | below 48°C | Radiator cooling packages designed for up to 48.9°C (120°F) ambient up to a maximum elevation of 1524 m (5000 ft) | ||
| Coolant | 50/50 mixture water/Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant | below 48°C | Radiator cooling packages designed for up to 48.9° C (120° F) ambient; coolant sump refill capacities vary by oil sump/pan (18 L to 106 L service refill with new oil filter change) | ||
| Engine oil | EPA 2D 89.330-96 (fuel reference, Diesel <6.6 L, density 0,845-0,850 kg/L a 15 °C) | Reference condition only, not a lubricant recommendation | |||
| Engine oil | low sulfated ash oil | Required for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV engines. | |||
| Fuel | Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) | Contains less than or equal to 15 parts per million sulfur (mg/kg); required for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV engines. B20 biodiesel capability available. | |||
| Fuel | 35° API gravity, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 btu/lb) | SAE J1995 | Diesel engines 7 liter and higher; used at 29°C (84.2°F) with density 838.9 g/L | ||
| Fuel | EPA 2D 89.330-96 | EPA 2D 89.330-96 | Diesel engines up to 6.6 liter; density 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F); fuel inlet temperature 40°C (104°F) | ||
| Fuel | dry natural gas, LHV 35.54 MJ/Nm3 (905 btu/ft3) | Gas ratings based on SAE J1349 standard conditions of 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F) |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Common questions
What size generator is the Caterpillar C13 ACERT?
The Caterpillar C13 ACERT is rated 350 kW standby (438.0 kVA).
Is the Caterpillar C13 ACERT diesel or gas?
The Caterpillar C13 ACERT runs on diesel.
What is the continuous rating of the Caterpillar C13 ACERT?
The Caterpillar C13 ACERT is rated 320 kW prime (400 kVA), against 350 kW standby.
What is the dry weight of the Caterpillar C13 ACERT?
The Caterpillar C13 ACERT has a dry weight of 180 kg (396 lb).
Parts
7| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350-5735 | Cat fuel filter | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay | |
| 350-5791 | Cat oil filter | Oil filter | Amazon eBay | |
| 352-6018 | Cat oil filter | 1 | Oil filter | Amazon |
| 345-7562 | Exhaust sleeve | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 346-4307 | Exhaust manifold stud | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 356-1249 | Exhaust sleeve | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 356-1268 | Exhaust manifold stud | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Available documents
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