Service parts for the DM8038
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Fuel system
1 requiredOil system
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Specifications
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
|---|---|
| Standby power | 1200 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1500 |
| Controller | EMCP 4 |
| Oil capacity | 310.4 L |
| Alternator | HV Generator |
| Voltage options | 1100 V |
| Coolant capacity | 156.8 L |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5540×2073×2367 mm |
| Dry weight | 14226 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 310.4 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 1614.0 L |
| Displacement | 51.8 L |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Caterpillar 3512B TA| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | 1200 hr | |||
| Fuel filter | — | 600 hr | |||
| Fuel filter | Secondary fuel filters | 1R0763 | 600 hr | Amazon eBay $16.61 | |
| Oil filter | 3890434 | 1200 hr | Amazon $148.00 eBay $82.42 PartsGeek $30.97 | ||
| Battery | — | 1200 hr | |||
| Belt | — | 1200 hr | |||
| Coolant | 1614.0 L | — | 3658 hr | ||
| Oil | Sump refill with filter | 310.4 L | — | ||
| Spark plug | — | 1200 hr |
Compatible filters for the Caterpillar 3512B TA — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.
- Air filter: Caterpillar 1W3636 Caterpillar 1327171 Donaldson P117781 Donaldson P526415 Wix 42239
Common questions
How many kW is the Caterpillar DM8038?
The Caterpillar DM8038 is rated 1200 kW standby (1500.0 kVA).
What engine is in the Caterpillar DM8038?
The Caterpillar DM8038 is powered by the Caterpillar 3512B TA engine.
How much oil does the Caterpillar DM8038 take?
The Caterpillar 3512B TA engine in the Caterpillar DM8038 has an oil capacity of 310.4 liters.
What alternator does the Caterpillar DM8038 use?
The Caterpillar DM8038 uses a HV Generator alternator.
What oil filter does the Caterpillar DM8038 use?
The Caterpillar DM8038 uses oil filter part number 3890434.
What fuel filter fits the Caterpillar DM8038?
The Caterpillar DM8038 uses fuel filter part number 1R0763.
What air filter does the Caterpillar DM8038 use?
The Caterpillar DM8038 uses air filter part numbers CATERPILLAR 1W3636, CATERPILLAR 1327171.