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Displacement (L)
40
30
20
10
0
Current3126B
ACERT
C7
C-9
C9
C-10
C11
C-12
C13
C-15
C15
C18
C27
C32
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500
1000
1500
C7 & C9 ACERT
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Specifications (metric)
Model
C7
Length
1074 mm
Width
774 mm
Height
1059 mm
Weight
588 kg
C7 ACERT
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Specifications
Model
C7
Rated RPM
1800-2100
2100-2400
Displacement
7.2 L
Bore
110 mm
Stroke
127 mm
C7 ACERT
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Performance Ratings
Rating
kw
RPM
130-149
2500
149
168
2100
2500
186
186
205-224
2100
2500
2400
C7 ACERT
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Performance Ratings
Industrial
Rating
HP @ 1800 to
2200 rpm
A
B
C
275
375
300
325
350
C9 ACERT
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Engine Availability*
C7
C9
C11
C13
C15
C18
C27
C32
Date
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Design Strategy
Enhancements over Tier 2
ACERT Technology
ADEM 4
Easy Changeover
C7 & C9 ACERT
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Design Strategy
Component changes to increase peak
cylinder pressure capability
C7 - 18:1 compression ratio
C9 - 17:1 compression ratio
Improves cold start characteristics
Optimizes ACERT performance
C7 & C9 ACERT
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Development
Modified Design
New Designs
Cylinder head
ADEM 4 ECM
Dual PTOs
HEP 10 HEUI Pump
C7 & C9 ACERT
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HEUI Development
HEP 10 Cat pump
HI315B Injector has
replaces HEP 8 for
increased capabilities and
improved performance is standard among C7 &
and reliability
C9
C7 & C9 ACERT
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Cylinder Head
4 Valve, cross flow design
Design to improve engine
breath ability
Robust 6 bolt design cylinder
head-block
Improved combustion gas
sealing
Minimize bore / liner
distortion
C9 ACERT
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Cylinder Head
Cross Flow Design
3 valves per cylinder
C7 ACERT
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Cylinder Block
Improved block and head
material strength
Accommodates higher
PCP
Cylinder Block
Side Cover
One side cover group
with wiring harness ties
Easy maintenance
Breather
Moved down to decrease
the engine height
Straight thread O ring for
fluid connections
Side Cover Breather Oil Manifold
C7 ACERT
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C7 ACERT Piston
Monosteel piston
Forged steel design
High strength
Light weight
Better tolerance control
Better oil control
Reduced blow-by
C7 ACERT
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C9 ACERT Piston
Articulated two piece design
Proven technology
Steel crown stronger than aluminum
Allows more flexibility in ring position
Excellent wear characteristics
C9 ACERT
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C7 & C9 ACERT
Maintenance Information
500 hr. oil change interval
Equipped with Cats new high efficiency oil
filters
Same oil specifications as Tier 2 / Stage II
OEMs currently utilizing same oil
C7 & C9 ACERT
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Standard Equipment
C7 & C9 ACERT
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Specifications
Model
C9
Rated RPM
1800-2200
Displacement
8.8 L
Bore
112 mm
Stroke
149 mm
C9 ACERT
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Specifications (metric)
Model
C9
Length
1198 mm
Width
819 mm
Height
1002 mm
Weight
776 kg
C9 ACERT
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C7 ACERT
3126B
Rated Power
224 kw
224 kw
Max RPM
2400
2400
Displacement
7.2 L
7.2 L
Bore
110 mm
110 mm
Stroke
127 mm
127 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
588 kg
542 kg
Power Density
2.63 kg / kw
2.42 kg / kw
C7 ACERT
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C9 ACERT
C-9
Rated Power
261 kw
261 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
8.8 L
8.8 L
Bore
112 mm
112 mm
Stroke
149 mm
149 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
776 kg
776 kg
Power Density
2.97 kg / kw
2.97 kg / kw
C9 ACERT
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Advantages
Leverages the proven reliability of the
3126B/C-9 core structure
Combined high tech 6 cyl. Products
Caterpillar has clear path to Tier 4
emissions compliance
Core structure mainly the unchanged
Ratings and Power density basically
unchanged
C7 & C9 ACERT
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C11 ACERT
C13 ACERT
Performance Ratings - kW
Industrial
Rating
C11
kw @18002100 RPM
C13
kw @18002100 RPM
A
B
C
D
E
242
287
261
309
287
328
313
354
336
388
Design Strategy
Based on C-10 / C-12
Tier 2 / Stage II
Proven reliability
Thousands in operation
Excellent HP to weight ratio
suited for most industrial
segments
Design Strategy
Increased displacement
C11 increase from 10.3 to 11.15 liters
C13 increase from 11.95 to 12.5 liters
Supports higher ratings
C11 / C13 provides wide power range from a single
installation
Increased power density allows higher power
without increasing machine weight
More production from same size package
Design Strategy
Increased compression ratio
Component changes to increase peak
cylinder pressure capability
C11 - 17.8:1 compression ratio
C13 - 17.3:1 compression ratio
Improves cold start characteristics
Improves white smoke clean up time
Optimizes ACERT performance
C11 / C13 ACERT
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Cylinder Head
High cam position
Short accurate valve / injector
actuation
Cross flow
ImprovedRoutingCACPiping
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Head Gaskets
Multi-layered steel
head gasket
Improved durability
Sealing
Crush strength
Creep resistance
Joint stability
Core Features
Improved block / head joint for
increased cylinder pressure
Higher compression ratio improved cold start
capability
Increase sump capacity for
longer oil change
intervals
Increased water / oil pump flow
with larger oil cooler
C11 / C13 ACERT
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Specifications
Model
Rated RPM
C11
C13
Displacement
11.1 L
12.5 L
Bore
130 mm
130 mm
Stroke
140 mm
157 mm
Specifications
Model
C11
C13
Length
1287 mm
1287 mm
Width
918 mm
918 mm
Height
1078 mm
1078 mm
Dry Weight
930 kg
939 kg
Performance Data
500
475
450
BHP
425
400
C13
375
350
325
300
RPM
Performance Data
440
420
BHP
400
380
C11
360
340
320
300
280
RPM
Additional Features
Cat Messenger
Information provided:
Fuel Monitoring
Trip Data
Diagnostics
Maintenance Information
Industrial Edition
Features:
ECM Configuration
Status Parameters
Diagnostic Codes Events
Totals
PM Maintenance
Supports CAT Data
Link only (not
J1939)
Industrial
C10 AII v0, C12 AII v0, C15 AII v0, &
C16 AII v0
3126B HEUI AIII v0, 3126B HEUI AIII
v1, C9 HEUI AIII v0, C9 HEUI AIII v1
3408 HEUI AII v0, 3408 HEUI AII v1,
3408 HEUI AII v2, 3408 HEUI AII v3
3412 HEUI AII v0, 3412 HEUI AII v1,
3412 HEUI AII v2, 3412 HEUI AII v3
3512B Oil Well Service, 3508B,
3512B, 3516B (all Industrial)
ECM Configuration
Status Parameters
Diagnostic Codes - events
Totals
PM Maintenance
Engine Parameters
Engine Data
Maintenance Information - The last oil and
filter change can be entered, allowing the
display to indicate when the next oil and
filter change is due.
Diagnostic Data - Provides diagnostic
codes, with both a number, and a brief text
explanation. Messenger displays the codes,
indicating a potentially serious engine
problem automatically.
C11 ACERT
C10
Rated Power C
287 kw
274 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
11.1 L
10.3 L
Bore
130 mm
125 mm
Stroke
140 mm
140 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
930 kg
930 kg
Power Density
3.24 kg / kw
3.39 kg / kw
C13 ACERT
C12
Rated Power
328 kw
317 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
12.5 L
12 L
Bore
130 mm
130 mm
Stroke
157 mm
150 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
939 kg
938.94 kg
Power Density
2.86 kg / kw
2.96 kg / kw
Advantages
Combines the best of C-10 / C-12
Tier 2 / Stage II core engines with high
technology inline 6 cylinder products
Leverages the new technology used in
the C15 / C18 engines with excellent life
to overhaul
Similar fuel efficiency as Tier 2
C11 / C13 ACERT
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C11 ACERT
6125H
328 kw
336 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
11.1 L
12.5 L
Bore
130 mm
127 mm
Stroke
140 mm
165 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
930 kg
1205 kg
Power Density
3.24 kg / kw
3.59 kg / kw
C13 ACERT
6125H
328 kw
447 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
12.5 L
12.5 L
Bore
130 mm
127 mm
Stroke
157 mm
165 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
939 kg
1205 kg
Power Density
2.86 kg / kw
2.70 kg / kw
C11 ACERT
QSM
Rated Power
242 - 336 kw
183 - 309 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
11.1 L
10.8 L
Bore
130 mm
125 mm
Stroke
140 mm
147 mm
Size (LWH)
xx mm
Weight
930 kg
993 kg
Power Density
3.24 kg / kw
5.44 - 3.21 kg / kw
C13 ACERT
QSX
Rated Power
287 - 388 kw
261 - 447 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
12.5 L
15 L
Bore
130 mm
137 mm
Stroke
157 mm
169 mm
Size (LWH)
xx mm
Weight
939 kg
1334 kg
Power Density
2.86 kg / kw
5.11-2.98 kg / kw
C15 ACERT
Series 60
Rated Power
402 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
15.1 L
14.0 L
Bore
137 mm
133 mm
Stroke
171 mm
168 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
Power Density
3.31 kg / kw
447 kw
1215 kg
2.72 kg / kw
C18 ACERT
8V 2000
Rated Power
522 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
18.1 L
16 L
Bore
145 mm
130 mm
Stroke
183 mm
150 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
Power Density
2.55 kg / kw
485 kw
1615 kg
3.33 kg / kw
C15 ACERT
C-15
Rated Power
403 kw
391 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
15.1 L
14.6 L
Bore
137 mm
137 mm
Stroke
171 mm
165 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
1342 kg
Power Density
3.31 kg / kw
3.43 kg / kw
C18 ACERT
C-16
Rated Power
522 kw
447 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
18.1 L
15.8 L
Bore
145 mm
140 mm
Stroke
183 mm
171 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
1342 kg
Power Density
2.55 kg / kw
3 kg / kw
Performance Ratings - kW
Industrial
C15
Rating 1800-2100 RPM
A
B
C
D
E
C18
1800-2100 RPM
328
429
354
470
403
522
433
570
444
585
Design Strategy
Increased Displacement
C15 increase from 14.6 to 15.1 liters
C18 increase from 15.8 to 18.1 liters
Design Strategy
Increased compression ratio
Component changes to increase peak
cylinder pressure capability
C15 C18 -
Fuel System
Mechanical Electronic
Unit Injector
Proven design
Proven high reliability
Enhancements
Multiple injection
Rate shaping
Connecting Rod
Increase rod diameter
Drilled rod for lubrication
4 bolts improve clamping
Designed for durability
Complements ACERT
710
2400
690
2300
670
2200
650
2100
630
2000
610
1900
590
1800
570
1700
550
1600
1200
1400
1600
1800
2000
L B-F T
HP
Power
Torque
2200
RPM
C18 ACERT
C-16
Rated Power
522 kw
447 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
18.1 L
15.8 L
Bore
145 mm
140 mm
Stroke
183 mm
171 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
1342 kg
Power Density
2.55 kg / kw
3 kg / kw
560
1900
540
1800
520
1700
HP
500
1600
480
1500
460
440
1400
420
1300
400
1200
1200
1400
1600
1800
2000
LB-FT
Power
Torque
2200
RPM
C15 ACERT
C-15
Rated Power
403 kw
391 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
15.1 L
14.6 L
Bore
137 mm
137 mm
Stroke
171 mm
165 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
1342 kg
Power Density
3.31 kg / kw
3.43 kg / kw
C15 ACERT
480
BHP
C-15
460
440
420
400
RPM
LB-FT
1700
C15 ACERT
C-15
1600
1500
1400
1300
1200
RPM
C18 ACERT
C-16
BHP
600
550
500
450
RPM
LB-FT
2200
C18 ACERT
C-16
2000
1800
1600
1400
1200
RPM
C18 ACERT
Rated Power
522 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
18.1 L
18 L
Bore
145 mm
137 mm
Stroke
183 mm
152 mm
Size (LWH)
3408C
377 kw
Weight
1332 kg
Power Density
2.55 kg / kw
1655 kg
4.4 kg / kw
C18 ACERT
3408C
BHP
550
500
450
400
350
RPM
LB-FT
2200
C18 ACERT
3408C
2000
1800
1600
1400
1200
RPM
C18 ACERT
3412E
Rated Power
522 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
18.1 L
27 L
Bore
145 mm
137 mm
Stroke
183 mm
152 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
Power Density
2.55 kg / kw
522 kw
2140 kg
4.1 kg / kw
C18
ACERT
3412E
C18 ACERT
3412E
BHP
600
550
500
450
RPM
LB-FT
2200
C18 ACERT
3412E
2000
1800
1600
1400
1200
RPM
Competitive Comparison
QSK19
Cummins
QSX15
8V 2000
Detroit Diesel
Series 60
C15/C18
CATERPILLAR
350
400
450
500
550
600
650
700
750
800
BHP
C15 ACERT
Series 60
Rated Power
402 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
15.1 L
14.0 L
Bore
137 mm
133 mm
Stroke
171 mm
168 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
Power Density
3.31 kg / kw
447 kw
1215 kg
2.72 kg / kw
C18 ACERT
QSK19
Rated Power
522 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
18.1 L
19 L
Bore
145 mm
159 mm
Stroke
183 mm
159 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
Power Density
2.55 kg / kw
559 kw
1891 kg
3.38 kg / kw
C18 ACERT
8V 2000
Rated Power
522 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
18.1 L
16 L
Bore
145 mm
130 mm
Stroke
183 mm
150 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
Power Density
2.55 kg / kw
485 kw
1615 kg
3.33 kg / kw
C15 ACERT
QSX15
Rated Power
403 kw
447 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
15.1 L
15.0 L
Bore
137 mm
137 mm
Stroke
171 mm
169 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
1332 kg
Power Density
3.31 kg / kw
1593 kg
3.56 kg / kw
Performance Ratings
Industrial
Rating
C27
kW
C32
kW
A
B
C
D
E
545
640
610
710
670
783
745
895
820
970
E*
C27 / C32 ACERT
1100
*Available below 700 m
altitude (proposed)
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Engine Availability*
C7
C9
C11
C13
C15
C18
C27
C32
Date
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Design Strategy
Current design from
3412E, C15 and C18
New designs
Cylinder head modified
scaled from C15 / C18
Rear gear train drive
Overhead cams
Front housing & gear
train
ADEM 4TM ECM
Cross bolted main caps
Cam dampening system
Cylinder Head
High cam position
Crossflow design
Improved breathing
Reduce pumping loss
Better combustion
Improved performance
Improved power density
Improved efficiency
Cylinder Block
Cross bolted mains and
new material
Allows higher PCP
Increased strength
Maintains critical alignment
Minimal weight impact
Optimizes ACERT
performance
Validated components
Proven reliable components
High volume components
High parts commonality
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Intake Manifold
Smooth direct airflow
Reduced air resistance
Reduce pumping loss
Enhanced turbulence in
cylinder
Eliminates after cooler
leak issues with ATAAC
Improved performance
and efficiency
C27 / C32 ACERT
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Pendulum
Specifications
Model
C27
C32
Rated RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
27 L
32 L
Bore
137.2 mm
145 mm
Stroke
152.4 mm
162 mm
Specifications
(metric)
Model
C27
C32
Length
2120 mm
2120 mm
Width
1483 mm
1483 mm
Height
1496 mm
1496 mm
Weight
2372 kg
2440 kg
Performance Data
950
900
850
BHP
800
C27*
750
*preliminary
700
650
600
RPM
Performance Data
1200
1150
BHP
1100
1050
C32*
1000
*preliminary
950
900
RPM
Model
C27 ACERT
3412E
Rated Power
671 kw
671 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
27 L
27 L
Bore
137 mm
137 mm
Stroke
152 mm
152 mm
Size (LWH)
Weight
2367 kg
2140. kg
Power Density
3.53 kg / kw
3.19 kg / kw
C32 ACERT
16V-2000
Rated Power
1150 HP
1205 HP
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
32 L
32 L
Bore
145 mm
130 mm
Stroke
162 mm
150 mm
Size (LWH)
82 x 58 x 59 in
87 x 47 x 51 in
Weight
5368 lb
5600 lb
Power Density
4.67 lb / hp
4.65 lb / hp
C27 ACERT
QSK23
Rated Power
671 kw
Max RPM
2100
2100
Displacement
27 L
23.2 L
Bore
137 mm
170 mm
Stroke
152 mm
170 mm
Size (LWH)
2083 x 1473 x
1499 mm
1938 x 1069 x
1694 mm
Weight
2367 kg
Power Density
3.53 kg / kw
708 kw
2858 kg
4.03 kg / kw
C32 ACERT
858 kw
2100
32 L
145 mm
162 mm
2083 x 1437 x
1499 mm
2435 kg
2.84 kg / kw
QST30
895 kw
2100
30.5 L
140 mm
165 mm
1933 x 1506 x
1709 mm
2858 kg
3.19 kg / kw
Displacement (L)
40
30
20
10
0
Current3126B
ACERT
C7
C-9
C9
C-10
C11
C-12
C13
C-15
C15
C18
C27
C32
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