® 403 bkW / 540 bhp
C15 ACERT ™
Industrial
Image shown may not reflect
actual engine
FEATURES
Emissions
Meets Tier 3, Stage IIIA emission requirements. Tier 3
refers to EPA (U.S.) standards. Stage IIIA refers to
European standards.
Worldwide Supplier Capability
Caterpillar
- Casts engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and
flywheel housings
- Machines critical components
- Assembles complete engine
- Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar ISO
9001:2000 certified facilities
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables
Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable product.
Testing
Prototype testing on every model:
- proves computer design
- verifies system torsional stability
- functionality tests every model
Every Caterpillar engine is dynamometer tested under
full load to ensure proper engine performance.
2100 rpm
CATERPILLAR ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
I-6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore......................................................... 137.2 mm (5.4 in)
Stroke.................................................... 171.4 mm (6.75 in)
Displacement.......................................... 15.2 L (927.56 in3)
Aspiration................................... Turbocharged Aftercooled
Compression Ratio....................................................... 18:1
Rotation (from flywheel end).................... Counterclockwise
Weight, Net Dry (approximate kg. lb)........ 1332 kg, 2937 lb
Full Range of Attachments
Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments,
factory designed and tested.
Unmatched Product Support Offered Through
Worldwide Caterpillar Dealer Network
More than 1,800 dealer outlets
Caterpillar factory-trained dealer technicians service
every aspect of your industrial engine
99.7% of parts orders filled within 24 hours worldwide
Caterpillar parts and labor warranty
Preventive maintenance agreements available for repair
before failure options
Scheduled Oil Sampling program matches your oil
sample against Caterpillar set standards to determine:
- internal engine component condition
- presence of unwanted fluids
- presence of combustion by-products
Web Site
For all your industrial power requirements, visit
www.cat-industrial.com.
7 August 2006 1:31 AM
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C15 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
403 bkW (540 bhp)

STANDARD ENGINE EQUIPMENT

Air Inlet System Fuel System
ATAAC MEUI injection
Turbocharged Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron high performance)
Fuel transfer pump
Control System Fuel priming pump
ACERT™ Technology
Electronic governing
PTO speed control
Programmable ratings Lube System
Cold mode start strategy Crankcase breather
Automatic altitude compensation Oil cooler
Power compensation for fuel temperature Oil filler
Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit Oil filter
Electronic diagnostics and fault logging Oil pan front sump
Engine monitoring system Oil dipstick
J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic and engine status) Oil pump (gear driven)
ADEM™ A4
General
Cooling System Paint, Caterpillar Yellow
Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet Vibration damper
Jacket water pump, centrifugal Lifting eyes
Water pump, inlet

Exhaust System
Exhaust manifold, dry
Optional exhaust outlet

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

SAE No. 1 Flywheel housing

2 7 August 2006 1:31 AM

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C15 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
403 bkW (540 bhp)

PERFORMANCE CURVES

IND - C (Intermittent) - DM7520-00

Torque Metric
N•m

Engine
Power kW

BSFC
g/kW-hr

Engine Speed - rpm

Engine Speed Engine Power Torque N•m BSFC g/kW-hr Fuel Rate L/hr
rpm kW
2100 403 1832 227.7 109.4
2000 403 1924 226.5 108.8
1900 403 2025 225 108.1
1800 403 2138 223.5 107.4
1700 398 2236 222 105.3
1600 390 2325 220.8 102.5
1500 378 2404 219.7 98.9
1400 362 2466 218.7 94.2
1300 331 2434 218.1 86.1
1200 268 2134 217.3 69.5
1100 242 2102 215.9 62.3

3 7 August 2006 1:31 AM

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C15 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
403 bkW (540 bhp)

RATINGS AND CONDITIONS

IND - C (Intermittent) Intermittent service where Engine Performance Diesel Engines — 7 liter and
maximum power and/or speed are cyclic (time at full higher
load not to exceed 50%). All rating conditions are based on SAE J1995, inlet air
standard
conditions of 99 kPa (29.31 in. Hg) dry barometer and
25°C (77°F)
temperature. Performance measured using a standard
fuel with fuel
gravity of 35° API having a lower heating value of
42,780 kJ/kg
(18,390 btu/lb) when used at 29° C (84.2° F) with a
density of 838.9 g/L.

Engine Dimensions
(1) Length 1381.0 mm Note: Do not use for installation design. See
general dimension drawings for detail
(2) Width 910.4 mm (Drawing # 2579952 ).
(3) Height 1274.5 mm

Performance Number: DM7520-00 © 2006 Caterpillar

Feature Code: C15DI12 All rights reserved.
Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
7657008 CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective logos and "Caterpillar Yellow," as
well as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of
Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.
 ® 470 bkW / 630 bhp
Industrial
Image shown may not reflect
actual engine
FEATURES
Worldwide Supplier Capability
Caterpillar
- Casts engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and
flywheel housings
- Machines critical components
- Assembles complete engine
- Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar ISO
9001:2000 certified facilities
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables
Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable product.
Testing
Prototype testing on every model:
- proves computer design
- verifies system torsional stability
- functionality tests every model
Every Caterpillar engine is dynamometer tested under
full load to ensure proper engine performance.
C18 ACERT ™
2100 rpm
CATERPILLAR ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
I-6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore....................................................... 145.0 mm (5.71 in)
Stroke...................................................... 183.0 mm (7.2 in)
Displacement....................................... 18.1 L (1,104.53 in3)
Aspiration................................... Turbocharged Aftercooled
Compression Ratio.................................................... 16.3:1
Rotation (from flywheel end).................... Counterclockwise
Weight, Net Dry (approximate kg. lb)....... 1332 kg (2937 lb)
Full Range of Attachments
Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments,
factory designed and tested.
Unmatched Product Support Offered Through
Worldwide Caterpillar Dealer Network
More than 1,800 dealer outlets
Caterpillar factory-trained dealer technicians service
every aspect of your industrial engine
99.7% of parts orders filled within 24 hours worldwide
Caterpillar parts and labor warranty
Preventive maintenance agreements available for repair
before failure options
Scheduled Oil Sampling program matches your oil
sample against Caterpillar set standards to determine:
- internal engine component condition
- presence of unwanted fluids
- presence of combustion by-products
Web Site
For all your industrial power requirements, visit
www.cat-industrial.com.
2 November 2006 3:13 AM
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C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
470 bkW (630 bhp)

STANDARD ENGINE EQUIPMENT

Air Inlet System Fuel System
Turbocharged Aftercooled -- 429-470 bkW (575-630 MEUI injection
bhp) Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron high performance)
Twin Turbocharged Aftercooled -- 522-597 bkW Fuel transfer pump
(700-800 bhp) Fuel priming pump
ATAAC ACERT™ Technology

Lube System
Crankcase breather
Control System Oil cooler
Electronic governing Oil filler
PTO speed control Oil filter
Programmable ratings Oil pan front sump
Cold mode start strategy Oil dipstick
Automatic altitude compensation Oil pump (gear driven)
Power compensation for fuel temperature
Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit General
Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
Engine monitoring system Paint, Caterpillar Yellow
J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic and engine status) Vibration damper
ADEM™ A4 Lifting eyes

Cooling System
Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
Jacket water pump, centrifugal
Water pump, inlet

Exhaust System
Exhaust manifold, dry
Optional exhaust outlet

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

SAE No. 1 Flywheel housing

2 2 November 2006 3:13 AM

 ®
C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
470 bkW (630 bhp)

PERFORMANCE CURVES

IND - C (Intermittent) - DM7699-01

Torque Metric
N•m

Engine
Power kW

BSFC
g/kW-hr

Engine Speed - rpm

Engine Speed Engine Power Torque N•m BSFC g/kW-hr Fuel Rate L/hr
rpm kW
2100 470 2137 233.8 131.0
2000 470 2244 229.9 128.8
1900 470 2362 224.5 125.8
1800 470 2493 218.9 122.6
1700 465 2611 214.5 118.8
1600 455 2714 212.5 115.2
1500 441 2807 211.4 111.1
1400 422 2879 210.7 106.0
1300 387 2842 210.3 97.0
1200 309 2457 211.3 77.8
1100 258 2243 214.4 66.0

3 2 November 2006 3:13 AM

 ®
C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
470 bkW (630 bhp)

RATINGS AND CONDITIONS

IND - C (Intermittent) Intermittent service where Engine Performance Diesel Engines — 7 liter and
maximum power and/or speed are cyclic (time at full higher
load not to exceed 50%). All rating conditions are based on SAE J1995, inlet air
standard
conditions of 99 kPa (29.31 in. Hg) dry barometer and
25°C (77°F)
temperature. Performance measured using a standard
fuel with fuel
gravity of 35° API having a lower heating value of
42,780 kJ/kg
(18,390 btu/lb) when used at 29° C (84.2° F) with a
density of 838.9 g/L.

Engine Dimensions
(1) Length 1388.2 mm Note: Do not use for installation design. See
general dimension drawings for detail
(2) Width 920.7 mm (Drawing # 2588747 ).
(3) Height 1243.1 mm

Performance Number: DM7699-01 © 2006 Caterpillar

Feature Code: C18DI01 All rights reserved.
Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
8678268 CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective logos, "Caterpillar Yellow," and the
POWER EDGE™ trade dress, as well as corporate and product identity
used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without
permission.
 ® 522 bkW / 700 bhp
Industrial
Image shown may not reflect
actual engine
FEATURES
Worldwide Supplier Capability
Caterpillar
- Casts engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and
flywheel housings
- Machines critical components
- Assembles complete engine
- Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar ISO
9001:2000 certified facilities
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables
Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable product.
Testing
Prototype testing on every model:
- proves computer design
- verifies system torsional stability
- functionality tests every model
Every Caterpillar engine is dynamometer tested under
full load to ensure proper engine performance.
C18 ACERT ™
2100 rpm
CATERPILLAR ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
I-6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore....................................................... 145.0 mm (5.71 in)
Stroke...................................................... 183.0 mm (7.2 in)
Displacement....................................... 18.1 L (1,104.53 in3)
Aspiration................................... Turbocharged Aftercooled
Compression Ratio.................................................... 16.3:1
Rotation (from flywheel end).................... Counterclockwise
Weight, Net Dry (approximate kg. lb)....... 1332 kg (2937 lb)
Full Range of Attachments
Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments,
factory designed and tested.
Unmatched Product Support Offered Through
Worldwide Caterpillar Dealer Network
More than 1,800 dealer outlets
Caterpillar factory-trained dealer technicians service
every aspect of your industrial engine
99.7% of parts orders filled within 24 hours worldwide
Caterpillar parts and labor warranty
Preventive maintenance agreements available for repair
before failure options
Scheduled Oil Sampling program matches your oil
sample against Caterpillar set standards to determine:
- internal engine component condition
- presence of unwanted fluids
- presence of combustion by-products
Web Site
For all your industrial power requirements, visit
www.cat-industrial.com.
17 August 2006 6:37 AM
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C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
522 bkW (700 bhp)

STANDARD ENGINE EQUIPMENT

Air Inlet System Fuel System
Turbocharged Aftercooled -- 429-470 bkW (575-630 MEUI injection
bhp) Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron high performance)
Twin Turbocharged Aftercooled -- 522-597 bkW Fuel transfer pump
(700-800 bhp) Fuel priming pump
ATAAC ACERT™ Technology

Lube System
Crankcase breather
Control System Oil cooler
Electronic governing Oil filler
PTO speed control Oil filter
Programmable ratings Oil pan front sump
Cold mode start strategy Oil dipstick
Automatic altitude compensation Oil pump (gear driven)
Power compensation for fuel temperature
Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit General
Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
Engine monitoring system Paint, Caterpillar Yellow
J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic and engine status) Vibration damper
ADEM™ A4 Lifting eyes

Cooling System
Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
Jacket water pump, centrifugal
Water pump, inlet

Exhaust System
Exhaust manifold, dry
Optional exhaust outlet

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

SAE No. 1 Flywheel housing

2 17 August 2006 6:37 AM

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C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
522 bkW (700 bhp)

PERFORMANCE CURVES

IND - C (Intermittent) - DM7700-01

Torque Metric
N•m

Engine
Power kW

BSFC
g/kW-hr

Engine Speed - rpm

Engine Speed Engine Power Torque N•m BSFC g/kW-hr Fuel Rate L/hr
rpm kW
2100 522 2374 228.4 142.1
2000 522 2493 224.4 139.6
1900 522 2624 221.5 137.8
1800 522 2769 219 136.3
1700 516 2899 216.6 133.3
1600 505 3014 214.2 129.0
1500 490 3120 211.9 123.8
1400 469 3199 210.2 117.5
1300 430 3159 209.4 107.4
1000 296 2822 212.6 74.9

3 17 August 2006 6:37 AM

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C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
522 bkW (700 bhp)

RATINGS AND CONDITIONS

IND - C (Intermittent) Intermittent service where Engine Performance Diesel Engines — 7 liter and
maximum power and/or speed are cyclic (time at full higher
load not to exceed 50%). All rating conditions are based on SAE J1995, inlet air
standard
conditions of 99 kPa (29.31 in. Hg) dry barometer and
25°C (77°F)
temperature. Performance measured using a standard
fuel with fuel
gravity of 35° API having a lower heating value of
42,780 kJ/kg
(18,390 btu/lb) when used at 29° C (84.2° F) with a
density of 838.9 g/L.

Engine Dimensions
(1) Length 1409.3 mm Note: Do not use for installation design. See
general dimension drawings for detail
(2) Width 974.0 mm (Drawing # 2621427 ).
(3) Height 1256.1 mm

Performance Number: DM7700-01 © 2006 Caterpillar

Feature Code: C18DI02 All rights reserved.
Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
7657637 CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective logos and "Caterpillar Yellow," as
well as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of
Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.
 ® 448 bkW / 600 bhp
Industrial
Image shown may not reflect
actual engine
FEATURES
Emissions
Meets Tier 3, Stage IIIA emission requirements. Tier 3
refers to EPA (U.S.) standards. Stage IIIA refers to
European standards.
Worldwide Supplier Capability
Caterpillar
- Casts engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and
flywheel housings
- Machines critical components
- Assembles complete engine
- Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar ISO
9001:2000 certified facilities
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables
Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable product.
Testing
Prototype testing on every model:
- proves computer design
- verifies system torsional stability
- functionality tests every model
Every Caterpillar engine is dynamometer tested under
full load to ensure proper engine performance.
C18 ACERT ™
2100 rpm
CATERPILLAR ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
I-6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore....................................................... 145.0 mm (5.71 in)
Stroke...................................................... 183.0 mm (7.2 in)
Displacement.............................................. 18.1 L, 1106 in³
Aspiration................................... Turbocharged Aftercooled
Compression Ratio.................................................... 16.5:1
Rotation (from flywheel end).................... Counterclockwise
Weight, Net Dry (approximate kg. lb)....... 1332 kg (2937 lb)
Length................................................1388.2 mm (54.65 in)
Width....................................................920.7 mm (36.25 in)
Height................................................ 1243.1 mm (48.94 in)
Full Range of Attachments
Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments,
factory designed and tested.
Unmatched Product Support Offered Through
Worldwide Caterpillar Dealer Network
More than 1,800 dealer outlets
Caterpillar factory-trained dealer technicians service
every aspect of your industrial engine
99.7% of parts orders filled within 24 hours worldwide
Caterpillar parts and labor warranty
Preventive maintenance agreements available for repair
before failure options
Scheduled Oil Sampling program matches your oil
sample against Caterpillar set standards to determine:
- internal engine component condition
- presence of unwanted fluids
- presence of combustion by-products
Web Site
For all your industrial power requirements, visit
www.cat-industrial.com.
23 December 2005 2:45 AM
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C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
448 bkW (600 bhp)

STANDARD ENGINE EQUIPMENT

Air Inlet System Fuel System
Turbocharged Aftercooled -- 429-470 bkW (575-630 MEUI injection
bhp) Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron high performance)
Twin Turbocharged Aftercooled -- 522-597 bkW Fuel transfer pump
(700-800 bhp) Fuel priming pump
ATAAC ACERT™ Technology

Lube System
Crankcase breather
Control System Oil cooler
Electronic governing Oil filler
PTO speed control Oil filter
Programmable ratings Oil pan front sump
Cold mode start strategy Oil dipstick
Automatic altitude compensation Oil pump (gear driven)
Power compensation for fuel temperature
Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit General
Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
Engine monitoring system Paint, Caterpillar Yellow
J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic and engine status) Vibration damper
ADEM™ A4 Lifting eyes

Cooling System
Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
Jacket water pump, centrifugal
Water pump, inlet

Exhaust System
Exhaust manifold, dry
Optional exhaust outlet

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

SAE No. 1 Flywheel housing

2 23 December 2005 2:45 AM

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C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
448 bkW (600 bhp)

PERFORMANCE CURVES

IND - B - DM8169-00

Torque Metric
N•m

Engine
Power kW

BSFC
g/kW-hr

Engine Speed - rpm

Engine Speed Engine Power Torque N•m BSFC g/kW-hr Fuel Rate L/hr
rpm kW
2100 448 2035 225.3 120.2
2000 448 2137 223.5 119.2
1900 448 2249 219.3 117.0
1800 448 2374 214.7 114.5
1700 443 2486 211.4 111.5
1600 433 2584 211.5 109.2
1500 420 2673 212.5 106.4
1400 402 2742 212.9 102.0
1300 368 2706 211.1 92.7
1200 294 2340 209.1 73.3
1100 246 2136 208.1 61.0

3 23 December 2005 2:45 AM

 ®
C18 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
448 bkW (600 bhp)

RATINGS AND CONDITIONS

IND - B For service where power and/or speed are Engine Performance Diesel Engines — 7 liter and
cyclic (time at full load not to exceed 80%). higher
All rating conditions are based on SAE J1995, inlet air
standard
conditions of 99 kPa (29.31 in. Hg) dry barometer and
25°C (77°F)
temperature. Performance measured using a standard
fuel with fuel
gravity of 35° API having a lower heating value of
42,780 kJ/kg
(18,390 btu/lb) when used at 29° C (84.2° F) with a
density of 838.9 g/L.

Engine Dimensions
(1) Length See page Note: Do not use for installation design. See
1-Specifications general dimension drawings for detail
(2) Width (Drawing # null ).
for Dimensions
(3) Height

Performance Number: DM8169-00 © 2005 Caterpillar

Feature Code: C18DI03 All rights reserved.
Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
5959430 CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective logos and "Caterpillar Yellow," as
well as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of
Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.
 ® 653 bkW / 875 bhp
Engine
Image shown may not reflect
actual engine
FEATURES
Emissions
Meets Tier 2 emissions requirements. Tier 2 refers to
EPA (U.S) standards.
Worldwide Supplier Capability
Caterpillar
- Casts engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and
flywheel housings
- Machines critical components
- Assembles complete engine
- Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar ISO
9001:2000 certified facilities
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables
Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable product.
Testing
Prototype testing on every model:
- proves computer design
- verifies system torsional stability
- functionality tests every model
Every Caterpillar engine is dynamometer tested under
full load to ensure proper engine performance.
C27 ACERT ™
2100 rpm
CATERPILLAR ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
Vee 12 Cylinder, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore......................................................... 137.2 mm (5.4 in)
Stroke...................................................... 152.4 mm (6.0 in)
Displacement..................................... 27.03 L (1,649.47 in3)
Aspiration................................... Turbocharged Aftercooled
Compression Ratio.................................................... 16.5:1
Rotation (from flywheel end).................... Counterclockwise
Weight, Net Dry (approximate kg. lb)....... 2946 kg (6495 lb)
Full Range of Attachments
Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments,
factory designed and tested.
Unmatched Product Support Offered Through
Worldwide Caterpillar Dealer Network
More than 1,800 dealer outlets
Caterpillar factory-trained dealer technicians service
every aspect of your industrial engine
99.7% of parts orders filled within 24 hours worldwide
Caterpillar parts and labor warranty
Preventive maintenance agreements available for repair
before failure options
Scheduled Oil Sampling program matches your oil
sample against Caterpillar set standards to determine:
- internal engine component condition
- presence of unwanted fluids
- presence of combustion by-products
Web Site
For all your industrial power requirements, visit
www.cat-industrial.com.
20 March 2007 5:09 AM
 ®
C27 ACERT ™ Engine
653 bkW (875 bhp)

STANDARD ENGINE EQUIPMENT

Air Inlet System Fuel System
Turbocharged Air to Air Aftercooled MEUI injection
Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron high performance)
Fuel transfer pump
Control System Fuel priming pump
ACERT™ Technology
Electronic governing
PTO speed control
Programmable ratings Lube System
Cold mode start strategy Crankcase breather
Automatic altitude compensation Oil cooler
Power compensation for fuel temperature Oil filler
Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit Oil filter
Electronic diagnostics and fault logging Oil pan front sump
Engine monitoring system Oil dipstick
J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic and engine status) Oil pump (gear driven)
ADEM™ A4
General
Cooling System Paint, Caterpillar Yellow
Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet Vibration damper
Jacket water pump, centrifugal Lifting eyes
Water pump, inlet

Exhaust System
Exhaust manifold, dry
Optional exhaust outlet

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

SAE No. 1 Flywheel housing

2 20 March 2007 5:09 AM

 ®
C27 ACERT ™ Engine
653 bkW (875 bhp)

PERFORMANCE CURVES

IND - B - DM9038-00

Torque Metric
N•m

Engine
Power kW

BSFC
g/kW-hr

Engine Speed - rpm

Engine Speed Engine Power Torque N•m BSFC g/kW-hr Fuel Rate L/hr
rpm kW
2100 653 2968 206.6 160.8
2000 653 3117 202.9 157.8
1900 653 3281 200.3 155.8
1800 653 3463 198.3 154.3
1700 646 3628 197.7 152.2
1600 632 3771 197.9 149.1
1500 613 3900 199.9 146.0
1400 586 4000 201.8 141.1
1300 538 3949 202.6 129.8

3 20 March 2007 5:09 AM

 ®
C27 ACERT ™ Engine
653 bkW (875 bhp)

RATINGS AND CONDITIONS

IND - B For service where power and/or speed are Engine Performance Diesel Engines — 7 liter and
cyclic (time at full load not to exceed 80%). higher
All rating conditions are based on SAE J1995, inlet air
standard
conditions of 99 kPa (29.31 in. Hg) dry barometer and
25°C (77°F)
temperature. Performance measured using a standard
fuel with fuel
gravity of 35° API having a lower heating value of
42,780 kJ/kg
(18,390 btu/lb) when used at 29° C (84.2° F) with a
density of 838.9 g/L.

Engine Dimensions
(1) Length 1917.1 mm Note: Do not use for installation design. See
general dimension drawings for detail
(2) Width 1464.3 mm (Drawing # 2823892 ).
(3) Height 1320.6 mm

Performance Number: DM9038-00 © 2007 Caterpillar

Feature Code: C27DI01 Arr. Number: 2520148
Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice.
9607603
All rights reserved.
The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective logos, "Caterpillar Yellow," and the
POWER EDGE trade dress, as well as corporate and product identity
used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without
permission.
 ® 709 bkW / 950 bhp
Industrial
Image shown may not reflect
actual engine
FEATURES
Emissions
Meets Tier 2 emissions requirements. Tier 2 refers
to EPA (U.S) standards.
Worldwide Supplier Capability
Caterpillar
- Casts engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and
flywheel housings
- Machines critical components
- Assembles complete engine
- Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar ISO
9001:2000 certified facilities
Ownership of these manufacturing processes
enables Caterpillar to produce high quality,
dependable product.
Testing
Prototype testing on every model:
- proves computer design
- verifies system torsional stability
- functionality tests every model
Every Caterpillar engine is dynamometer tested
under full load to ensure proper engine
performance.
C32 ACERT ™
2100 rpm
CATERPILLAR ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
Vee 12 Cylinder, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore......................................................145.0 mm (5.71 in)
Stroke...................................................162.0 mm (6.38 in)
Displacement..................................... 32.1 L (1,958.86 in3)
Aspiration...............................Turbocharged Aftercooled
Compression Ratio...................................................16.5:1
Rotation (from flywheel end).............. Counterclockwise
Weight, Net Dry (approximate kg. lb).. 2946 kg (6495 lb)
Full Range of Attachments
Wide range of bolt-on system expansion
attachments, factory designed and tested.
Unmatched Product Support Offered Through
Worldwide Caterpillar Dealer Network
More than 1,800 dealer outlets
Caterpillar factory-trained dealer technicians service
every aspect of your industrial engine
99.7% of parts orders filled within 24 hours
worldwide
Caterpillar parts and labor warranty
Preventive maintenance agreements available for
repair before failure options
Scheduled Oil Sampling program matches your oil
sample against Caterpillar set standards to
determine:
- internal engine component condition
- presence of unwanted fluids
- presence of combustion by-products
Web Site
For all your industrial power requirements, visit
www.cat-industrial.com.
14 November 2008 4:40 AM
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C32 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
709 bkW (950 bhp)

STANDARD ENGINE EQUIPMENT

Air Inlet System Fuel System
Turbocharged Air to Air Aftercooled MEUI injection
Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron high performance)
Fuel transfer pump
Control System Fuel priming pump
ACERT™ Technology
Electronic governing
PTO speed control
Programmable ratings Lube System
Cold mode start strategy Crankcase breather
Automatic altitude compensation Oil cooler
Power compensation for fuel temperature Oil filler
Programmable low and high idle and total engine Oil filter
limit Oil pan front sump
Electronic diagnostics and fault logging Oil dipstick
Engine monitoring system Oil pump (gear driven)
J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic and engine status)
ADEM™ A4 General
Paint, Caterpillar Yellow
Cooling System Vibration damper
Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet Lifting eyes
Jacket water pump, centrifugal
Water pump, inlet

Exhaust System
Exhaust manifold, dry
Optional exhaust outlet

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

SAE No. 1 Flywheel housing

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C32 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
709 bkW (950 bhp)

PERFORMANCE CURVES

IND - B - DM9030-00

Torque Metric
N•m

Engine
Power kW

BSFC
g/kW-hr

Engine Speed - rpm

Engine Speed Engine Power Torque N•m BSFC g/kW-hr Fuel Rate L/hr
rpm kW

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C32 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
709 bkW (950 bhp)

PERFORMANCE CURVES

IND - B - DM9030-00

Engine English
Torque
lb•ft

Engine
Power bhp

BSFC
lb/bhp-hr

Engine Speed rpm

Engine Speed Engine Power Engine Torque BSFC lb/bhp-hr Fuel Rate
rpm bhp lb•ft gal/hr

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C32 ACERT ™ INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
709 bkW (950 bhp)

RATINGS AND CONDITIONS

IND - B For service where power and/or speed are Engine Performance Diesel Engines — 7 liter and
cyclic (time at full load not to exceed 80%). higher
All rating conditions are based on SAE J1995, inlet
air standard
conditions of 99 kPa (29.31 in. Hg) dry barometer
and 25ºC (77ºF)
temperature. Performance measured using a
standard fuel with fuel
gravity of 35º API having a lower heating value of
42,780 kJ/kg
(18,390 btu/lb) when used at 29º C (84.2º F) with a
density of 838.9 g/L.

Engine Dimensions
(1) Length 1915.3 mm (75.41 in) Note: Do not use for installation design.
See general dimension drawings for
(2) Width 1478.7 mm (58.22 in) detail (Drawing # 2833535 ).
(3) Height 1319.2 mm (51.94 in)

Performance Number: DM9030-00 © 2008 Caterpillar

Feature Code: C32DI01 Arr. Number: 2638150 All rights reserved.
Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
13457541 CAT, CATERPILLAR, SAFETY.CAT.COM their respective logos,
"Caterpillar Yellow," and the POWER EDGE trade dress, as well as
corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of
Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.
 ® 839 bkW / 1125 bhp
Industrial
Image shown may not reflect
actual engine
FEATURES
Emissions
Meets Tier 2 emissions requirements. Tier 2 refers to
EPA (U.S) standards.
Worldwide Supplier Capability
Caterpillar
- Casts engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and
flywheel housings
- Machines critical components
- Assembles complete engine
- Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar ISO
9001:2000 certified facilities
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables
Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable product.
Testing
Prototype testing on every model:
- proves computer design
- verifies system torsional stability
- functionality tests every model
Every Caterpillar engine is dynamometer tested under
full load to ensure proper engine performance.
C32 ACERT
2100 rpm
CATERPILLAR ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
I-6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore....................................................... 145.0 mm (5.71 in)
Stroke.................................................... 162.0 mm (6.38 in)
Displacement....................................... 32.1 L (1,958.86 in3)
Aspiration................................... Turbocharged Aftercooled
Compression Ratio.................................................... 16.5:1
Rotation (from flywheel end).................... Counterclockwise
Weight, Net Dry (approximate kg. lb)....... 2946 kg (6495 lb)
Full Range of Attachments
Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments,
factory designed and tested.
Unmatched Product Support Offered Through
Worldwide Caterpillar Dealer Network
More than 1,800 dealer outlets
Caterpillar factory-trained dealer technicians service
every aspect of your industrial engine
99.7% of parts orders filled within 24 hours worldwide
Caterpillar parts and labor warranty
Preventive maintenance agreements available for repair
before failure options
Scheduled Oil Sampling program matches your oil
sample against Caterpillar set standards to determine:
- internal engine component condition
- presence of unwanted fluids
- presence of combustion by-products
Web Site
For all your industrial power requirements, visit
www.cat-industrial.com.
11 March 2008 2:27 AM
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C32 ACERT INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
839 bkW (1125 bhp)

STANDARD ENGINE EQUIPMENT

Air Inlet System Fuel System
Turbocharged Air to Air Aftercooled MEUI injection
Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron high performance)
Fuel transfer pump
Control System Fuel priming pump
ACERT Technology
Electronic governing
PTO speed control
Programmable ratings Lube System
Cold mode start strategy Crankcase breather
Automatic altitude compensation Oil cooler
Power compensation for fuel temperature Oil filler
Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit Oil filter
Electronic diagnostics and fault logging Oil pan front sump
Engine monitoring system Oil dipstick
J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic and engine status) Oil pump (gear driven)
ADEM A4
General
Cooling System Paint, Caterpillar Yellow
Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet Vibration damper
Jacket water pump, centrifugal Lifting eyes
Water pump, inlet

Exhaust System
Exhaust manifold, dry
Optional exhaust outlet

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

SAE No. 1 Flywheel housing

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C32 ACERT INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
839 bkW (1125 bhp)

PERFORMANCE CURVES

IND - C (Intermittent) - DM9031-00

Torque N m Metric

Engine
Power kW

BSFC
g/kW-hr

Engine Speed - rpm

Engine Speed Engine Power Torque N m BSFC g/kW-hr Fuel Rate L/hr
rpm kW
2100 839 3815 214.7 214.7
2000 839 4006 210.6 210.6
1900 839 4217 209.7 209.8
1800 839 4451 207 207.0
1700 830 4662 204.7 202.6
1600 812 4846 203.6 197.1
1500 787 5010 203.1 190.5
1400 754 5143 202.4 181.9
1300 691 5076 202.2 166.6
1200 599 4764 204.6 146.0
1100 512 4448 205.8 125.7

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C32 ACERT INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
839 bkW (1125 bhp)

RATINGS AND CONDITIONS

IND - C (Intermittent) Intermittent service where
maximum power and/or speed are cyclic (time at full
load not to exceed 50%).
Engine Performance Diesel Engines 7 liter and higher
All rating conditions are based on SAE J1995, inlet air
standard
conditions of 99 kPa (29.31 in. Hg) dry barometer and
25°C (77°F)
temperature. Performance measured using a standard
fuel with fuel
gravity of 35° API having a lower heating value of
42,780 kJ/kg
(18,390 btu/lb) when used at 29° C (84.2° F) with a
density of 838.9 g/L.

Engine Dimensions
(1) Length 1914.4 mm Note: Do not use for installation design. See
general dimension drawings for detail
(2) Width 1478.7 mm (Drawing # 2833535 ).
(3) Height 1319.2 mm

Performance Number: DM9031-00 © 2008 Caterpillar

Feature Code: C32DI02 Arr. Number: 2638150 All rights reserved.
Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
11699832 CAT, CATERPILLAR, SAFETY.CAT.COM their respective logos,
"Caterpillar Yellow," and the POWER EDGE trade dress, as well as
corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar
and may not be used without permission.