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Caterpillar EPD0078-B Generator Set

The Caterpillar EPD0078-B is a 3200 kW (4000 kVA) standby generator set powered by a Caterpillar C175-20 engine. It is available at 1100 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 675 L (178.3 gal) of oil. The set measures 6719×2377×2556 mm (264.5×93.6×100.6 in).

3200 kW
Standby
105.8 L
Displacement
675.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the EPD0078-B

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

1 required
3890433Fuel filter$34.97eBay

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Specifications

Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power3200 kW
Standby kVA4000
ControllerEMCP 4.2
Oil capacity675.0 L
AlternatorSR5
Voltage options1100 V
Phase3 phase
Dimensions (L×W×H)6719×2377×2556 mm

Engine

Caterpillar C175-20
Oil capacity675.0 L
Displacement105.8 L
AspirationTA
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Caterpillar C175-20
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter2310167 eBay $27.50 KuduParts $30.00
Fuel filter3890433 Amazon eBay $34.97 FridayParts $71.99
Oil filter
Oil675.0 L

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
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.

Common questions

What size generator is the Caterpillar EPD0078-B?

The Caterpillar EPD0078-B is rated 3200 kW standby (4000.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Caterpillar EPD0078-B?

The Caterpillar EPD0078-B is powered by the Caterpillar C175-20 engine.

How much oil does the Caterpillar EPD0078-B take?

The Caterpillar C175-20 engine in the Caterpillar EPD0078-B has an oil capacity of 675.0 liters.

What alternator comes on the Caterpillar EPD0078-B?

The Caterpillar EPD0078-B uses a SR5 alternator.

Which fuel filter part number does the Caterpillar EPD0078-B take?

The Caterpillar EPD0078-B uses fuel filter part number 3890433.

What air filter fits the Caterpillar EPD0078-B?

The Caterpillar EPD0078-B uses air filter part number 2310167.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby50%409.5108.2
Standby75%586.3154.9
Standby100%787.2208.0

Available documents

Spec sheet — C175-20 Standby 4000 kVA LowBSFC 11000V (Caterpillar)
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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Air filter 2310167$27.50
Fuel filter 3890433$34.97
2 priced items$62.47