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Caterpillar XQ 1500 Generator Set

The Caterpillar XQ 1500 is a 1500 kW standby generator set powered by a Caterpillar 3512B engine. It is available at 480 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 151 L (39.9 gal) of oil and 181.7 L (48.0 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 110 °C. The set measures 12192×2438.4×4114.8 mm (480.0×96.0×162.0 in) and weighs about 22680 kg (50001 lb). An integrated tank holds 4732 L (1250.1 gal), roughly 11 hours of runtime.

1500 kW
Standby
51.8 L
Displacement
151.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1500 kW
Prime power1360 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerElectronic ADEM II
Oil capacity151.0 L
AlternatorCaterpillar SR4B
Voltage options480 V
Phase3 Phase
Max ambient110 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)12192×2438×4114 mm
Dry weight22680 kg
Fuel tank4732.0 L
Tank runtime11 hr

Engine

Caterpillar 3512B
Oil capacity151.0 L
Coolant capacity181.7 L
Displacement51.8 L
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Rated speed1000 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Caterpillar 3512B
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter250 hr find
Fuel filter1000 hr find
Fuel filterPrimary Filter1110716250 hr PartsGeek
Fuel filterSecondary Filter1R0763250 hr PartsGeek atldiesel $12.53
Oil filterOil filter element38904341000 hr PartsGeek
Belt250 hr find
Coolant3000 hr
Oil227.1 L1000 hr

Compatible filters for the Caterpillar 3512B — 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 Ac Delco A902C

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Caterpillar XQ 1500?

The Caterpillar XQ 1500 is rated 1500 kW standby.

What engine does the Caterpillar XQ 1500 use?

The Caterpillar XQ 1500 is powered by the Caterpillar 3512B engine.

What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar XQ 1500?

The Caterpillar 3512B engine in the Caterpillar XQ 1500 has an oil capacity of 151.0 liters.

What alternator does the Caterpillar XQ 1500 use?

The Caterpillar XQ 1500 uses a Caterpillar SR4B alternator.

Parts

3
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
245-5829Coolant Battery Tester Refractometer1Sensor PartsGeek
5N-5561Silicone Lubricant1Fluid PartsGeek
PK48000M4 tonne Palfinger PK48000M hydraulic crane1Crane 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.

Available documents

Spec sheet — HOLT-Industrial-Rentals-Power-Generator-1500-KW (Caterpillar)Spec sheet — gps-cat-xq1500 (Caterpillar)