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Caterpillar G3412C LE Generator Set

The Caterpillar G3412C LE is a 360 kW (450 kVA) gas prime generator set powered by a Caterpillar G3412C LE engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 170.3 L (45.0 gal) of oil and 54.9 L (14.5 gal) of coolant.

27.0 L
Displacement
170.3 L
Oil capacity
3
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Specifications

Fuelgas
Frequency50.0 Hz
Prime power360 kW
Oil capacity170.3 L

Engine

Caterpillar G3412C LE
Oil capacity170.3 L
Coolant capacity54.9 L
Displacement27.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Caterpillar G3412C LE
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir cleaner — single element with service indicator, Air inlet adapter, Precleaner, Air cleaner rain cap—
Fuel filterFuel filter—
Oil filterOil filter — RH—
BatteryBattery chargers, Charging alternators, Ammeter gauge, Ammeter gauge and wiring, Control mounting—
BeltCrankshaft vibration damper and pulleys, Lifting eyes—
CoolantThermostats and housing, Jacket water pump, Aftercooler water pump, Aftercooler core54.9 L—
OilCrankcase breather — top mounted, Oil cooler, Oil filter — RH, Oil pan — deep sump, Oil filler — RH in valve cover and RH dipstick170.3 L—750 hr
Spark plugCat Electronic Ignition System (EIS) with detonation sensitive timing—

Service specifications

3
TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherRating condition (diesel 7 L and higher)99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F)SAE J1995 inlet air standard
OtherRating 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
OtherRating condition (gas)100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F)SAE J1349 standard

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
Engine oilEPA 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
Fuel35° API, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb), density 838,9 g/L (Diesel ≥7 L rating condition)Reference fuel for Diesel rating conditions
Fuel35° API gravity, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 btu/lb)SAE J1995Diesel engines 7 liter and higher; used at 29°C (84.2°F) with density 838.9 g/L
FuelEPA 2D 89.330-96EPA 2D 89.330-96Diesel engines up to 6.6 liter; density 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F); fuel inlet temperature 40°C (104°F)
Fueldry 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 engine is in the Caterpillar G3412C LE?

The Caterpillar G3412C LE is powered by the Caterpillar G3412C LE engine.

What kind of fuel does the Caterpillar G3412C LE run on?

The Caterpillar G3412C LE runs on gas.

How much oil does the Caterpillar G3412C LE take?

The Caterpillar G3412C LE engine in the Caterpillar G3412C LE has an oil capacity of 170.3 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Caterpillar G3412C LE?

The Caterpillar G3412C LE cooling system holds 54.9 liters (14.5 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Available documents

Engine spec — LEHW0033-00 (Caterpillar)Engine spec — LEHW2038 (Caterpillar)Engine spec — lehq6721 (Caterpillar)Reference — Final+Ratings+Guide LECW2462-15 9.8.11 (Caterpillar)Reference — Ratings Guide Port LPCW2462-15 final LR (Caterpillar)Parts manual — LEXE7582-02 (Caterpillar)

This page was generated from the 6 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.