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Caterpillar C175-16 Generator Set

The Caterpillar C175-16 is a 3000 kW (3000 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Caterpillar C175-16 engine. It is available at 600 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds 303.5 L (80.2 gal) of coolant. The set measures 6705×2160×2797 mm (264.0×85.0×110.1 in) and weighs about 24312 kg (53599 lb).

3000 kW
Standby
85.0 L
Displacement
5
Document types

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Service parts for the C175-16

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

Air intake

1 required
1005356Air filtersee priceeBay

Fuel system

1 required
1005363Fuel filtersee priceeBay

Oil system

1 required
1005342Oil filtersee priceeBay

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power3000 kW
Standby kVA3000
Prime power2725 kW
EmissionsLow BSFC
ControllerEMCP 3.1, EMCP 4
AlternatorSR5
Voltage options1247 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery voltage24 V
Coolant capacity303.5 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)6705×2160×2797 mm
Dry weight24312 kg

Engine

Caterpillar C175-16
Coolant capacity303.5 L
Displacement85.0 L
AspirationTA
Rated speed1200 rpm

Filters for the Caterpillar C175-16

1

Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Fuel filterP551316Fuel Filter, Spin-OnCATERPILLAR 1R0755, CATERPILLAR 3890433, NAPA 3685, BALDWIN BF7639 KuduParts $54.00 FridayParts $55.99

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir filter1005356 Amazon eBay
Fuel filterFuel filter1005363 Amazon eBay
Oil filterOil filter1005342 Amazon eBay
Battery—
Belt—
Coolant—
Oil—
Spark plug—

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

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E70)12 667N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E90)12 677N•m (9350 lb-ft)
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
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70)2.23
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90)2.23
PressureWS255 pump plunger load238,000lb (107,960 kg)
PressureWS273XD pump plunger load275,000lb (124 738 kg)
PressureWS305XD pump plunger load250,000lb (113 398 kg)
SpeedMaximum Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1970rpm
SpeedRated Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1900rpm

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

How many kW is the Caterpillar C175-16?

The Caterpillar C175-16 is rated 3000 kW standby (3000.0 kVA).

What engine does the Caterpillar C175-16 use?

The Caterpillar C175-16 is powered by the Caterpillar C175-16 engine.

What fuel does the Caterpillar C175-16 use?

The Caterpillar C175-16 runs on diesel.

What is the coolant capacity of the Caterpillar C175-16?

The Caterpillar C175-16 cooling system holds 303.5 liters (80.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Caterpillar C175-16?

The Caterpillar C175-16 is rated 2725 kW prime (2725 kVA), against 3000 kW standby.

How much does the Caterpillar C175-16 weigh?

The Caterpillar C175-16 has a dry weight of 24312 kg (53598 lb).

What voltages is the Caterpillar C175-16 available in?

The Caterpillar C175-16 is offered in 1247 V, 3-phase.

What alternator comes on the Caterpillar C175-16?

The Caterpillar C175-16 uses a SR5 alternator.

Which oil filter part number does the Caterpillar C175-16 take?

The Caterpillar C175-16 uses oil filter part number 1005342.

What fuel filter does the Caterpillar C175-16 use?

The Caterpillar C175-16 uses fuel filter part number 1005363.

What air filter does the Caterpillar C175-16 use?

The Caterpillar C175-16 uses air filter part number 1005356.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
150-ampereBrushless Alternator1Alternator Amazon eBay
205645Fuel Water SeparatorFuel water separator Amazon eBay
378-3022Radial Seal Air Filter Retrofit Kits For Select Large Mining Trucks2Air filter Amazon eBay
C175-16Engine ModelEngine model Amazon eBay $35.66 FridayParts $24.83
5P-7277Voltage Tester1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $41.98
LEPW0006-02C175-16Service part / kit Amazon eBay
LEXE0348-00March 2012Service part / kit Amazon eBay
LEXE0486-00June 2012Service 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%462.0122.0
Prime75%571.0150.8
Prime100%723.8191.2
Standby50%415.3109.7
Standby75%585.1154.6
Standby100%806.0212.9

Available documents

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