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Caterpillar XQ1000 Generator Set

The Caterpillar XQ1000 is a 1000 kW (1000 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Caterpillar C32 engine. It is available at 400 V, 480/277 V, 240/139 V and 208/120 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1000 A. It holds about 16 L (4.2 gal) of oil and 16 L (4.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 45 °C. Starting uses 1 group-24 battery rated 950 CCA at DC V. The set measures 9144×2438×2896 mm (360.0×96.0×114.0 in), weighs about 16 kg (35 lb) and produces 72 dBA at 15 m. An integrated tank holds 4730 L (1249.5 gal), roughly 23.5 hours of runtime.

1000 kW
Standby
32.1 L
Displacement
16.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1000 kW
Standby kVA1000
Prime power910 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 2
ControllerEMCP 3.3
Oil capacity16.0 L
AlternatorSR4B (Class Class H insulation)
Voltage options400 V
Phase3
Rated current1000 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker3000 A
Battery group24
Battery cranking950 CCA
Battery voltageDC V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity16 103 L
Max ambient45 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)9144×2438×2896 mm
Dry weight16 kg
Wet weight20866 kg
Sound level72.0 dBA @ 15 m
Fuel tank4730.0 L
Tank runtime23.5 hr

Engine

Caterpillar C32
Oil capacity4730.0 L
Coolant capacity5000.0 L
Displacement32.1 L
AspirationTTA
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Caterpillar C32
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter
Oil filter500 hr
Battery
Belt
Coolant
Oil
Spark plug

Service intervals

1
ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
deep sump oil pan / lube oilChange500 hrDeep sump oil pan with 500 hour service intervals

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
CoolantCaterpillar extended life coolant, 50% Ethylene glycol antifreeze with corrosion inhibitorJacket water heater 240V AC, 50/60 Hz single phase, 9 kW, for use in 0° C (32° F) minimum

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 is the power rating of the Caterpillar XQ1000?

The Caterpillar XQ1000 is rated 1000 kW standby (1000.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Caterpillar XQ1000?

The Caterpillar XQ1000 is powered by the Caterpillar C32 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Caterpillar XQ1000 run on?

The Caterpillar XQ1000 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar XQ1000?

The Caterpillar C32 engine in the Caterpillar XQ1000 has an oil capacity of 4730.0 liters.

Which alternator is fitted to the Caterpillar XQ1000?

The Caterpillar XQ1000 uses a SR4B alternator. Insulation class Class H.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
1R-0762Fuel Secondary - ADV2Fuel filter Amazon $23.49 eBay $33.99 eBay $34.95 FridayParts $30.63
1R-0770Fuel/Water Separator1Fuel filter eBay $38.77 KuduParts $22.00
1R-1808Engine Oil - ADV2Oil filter Amazon $70.99 eBay $141.00 eBay $59.99 KuduParts $80.00
M-3675181PistonPiston Amazon eBay
M-3758261PistonPiston Amazon eBay
M-4599781Gasket Set - Oil Cooler & LinesGasket Amazon eBay
M-CK3675181PCylinder KitCylinder kit Amazon eBay
M-CK3758261PCylinder KitCylinder kit Amazon eBay
2323232Connecting rodService part / kit eBay $201.50
R-20R2284C15/C18/C27/C32 ACERT Trim file (12-digit serial)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
R-20R2285C15/C18/C27/C32 ACERT Trim file (12-digit serial)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i01359666Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i01372247Mounting and Dismounting1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i01462046Engine Stopping1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i01480768Burn Prevention1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i01496776Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i01553111Generator Lead ConnectionsService part / kit Amazon eBay
i01593543Generator Isolating for Maintenance1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i01658146Important Safety InformationService part / kit Amazon eBay
i01805780Before Starting Engine1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i01830750Engine Maintenance InformationService part / kit Amazon eBay
i02106213Electrical System1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i02136012Engine Starting1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
i02879636Safety MessagesService part / kit Amazon eBay

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
Prime50%139.336.8
Prime75%200.753.0
Prime100%252.066.6
Standby50%151.640.1
Standby75%218.557.7
Standby100%278.773.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — LEHX0002-00 (Caterpillar)Spec sheet — XQ1000-Ohio-CAT-Spec-Sheet-2020 (Caterpillar)Parts manual — LEXE7582-02 (Caterpillar)
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