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Caterpillar G3612 Generator Set

The Caterpillar G3612 is a 2347 kW (2347 kVA) Natural Gas prime generator set powered by a Caterpillar G3612 engine. It is available at 400 V and 1380 V, 60 Hz. The set measures 8077×2134×2438 mm (318.0×84.0×96.0 in) and weighs about 51256 kg (113000 lb).

248.0 L
Displacement
3
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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Prime power2347 kW
EmissionsG3612 Genset
ControllerCAT ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
Voltage options400 V, 1380 V
Power factor0.8
Max ambient25 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)8077×2134×2438 mm
Dry weight29892 kg

Engine

Caterpillar G3612
Displacement248.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged Separate Circuit Aftercooled
Rated speed900 rpm

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterClean or replace air filter1000 hr find
Fuel filterReplace fuel filter5000 hr find
Oil filterReplace oil filter1000 hr find
BeltInspect and replace belts as necessary find
CoolantReplace coolant5000 hr
OilChange oil and filter1000 hr

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

What engine does the Caterpillar G3612 use?

The Caterpillar G3612 is powered by the Caterpillar G3612 engine.

What fuel does the Caterpillar G3612 use?

The Caterpillar G3612 runs on Natural Gas.

Parts

1
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
PL1000ECaterpillar PL1000E translator configured for Modbus 232Service part / kit PartsGeek

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.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime100%636.024450.0

Available documents

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