CAT 3516 Genset Engine Prefix # 273-3849

Generator Set – General Identification

• Engine Manufacturer: Caterpillar

• Engine Model: 3516

• Engine Serial No.: S2Z00259

• Arrangement No.: 273-3849

• Alternator Manufacturer: Kato Engineering

• Generator Type: Synchronous AC generator

• Country of Manufacture: USA

Engine – Caterpillar 3516 Specs

Configuration

• Type: Diesel, 4-cycle

• Cylinders: V-16

• Aspiration: Turbocharged / aftercooled

• Displacement: 4,690 in³ (≈ 76.8 L)

Mechanical

• Bore: 6.69 in

• Stroke: 8.46 in

• Compression Ratio: ~14.5 : 1

Speed & Power (Typical Generator Ratings)

• Rated Speed: 1800 RPM (60 Hz set)

• Typical Engine Output:

  • ~1,800–2,000 HP (generator duty, depending on rating)

Systems

• Fuel System: Mechanical unit injectors

• Cooling: Jacket water cooled

• Lubrication: Pressurized, full-flow filtration

Capacities (Approximate)

• Lube Oil: ~200–210 gallons

• Cooling System: ~250–300 gallons (engine + radiator)

Generator / Alternator – Kato Engineering

Electrical

• Generator Type: Synchronous, brushless

• Rated Output: ≈ 1,833 kW

• Rated Apparent Power: ≈ 2,618 kVA

• Power Factor: 0.8

• Frequency: 60 Hz

• Speed: 1200 RPM

Voltage (Common for This Class)

• Typical Ratings:

  • 346/ 600 V
    (Exact voltage depends on how this unit was ordered/wired)

Construction

• Insulation Class: F

• Temperature Rise: 80 °C

• Ambient Rating: 50 °C

• Enclosure: Open drip proof / industrial (plate shows P23)

• Rotation: Clockwise (as viewed from drive end)