Cat C18
The Cat® C18 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in ratings ranging from 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm. These ratings meet China Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent, and EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards. Ratings: 571-597 bkW (765-800 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm meet U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent emission standards. Non-certified ratings are also available at 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp) @ 1800-2100. Industries and applications powered by C18 engines include Agriculture, Ag Tractors, Aircraft Ground Support, Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers, Grinders, Compactors, Rollers, Compressors, Construction, Cranes, Dredgers, Forestry, General Industrial, Hydraulic Power Units, Irrigation Equipment, Material Handling, Mining, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Paving Equipment, Pumps, Shovels/Draglines, Surface Hauling Equipment and Trenchers.
Specifications
Power Rating
| Maximum Power | 597 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 3655 Nm @ 1400 rpm |
| Rated Speed | 1800-2100 rpm |
| Minimum Power | 429 kW |
Emission Standards
| Emissions | China Nonroad III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent or U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent, EU Stage IIIA equivalent, or Non-certified |
General
| Engine Configuration | Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel |
| Bore | 145 mm |
| Stroke | 183 mm |
| Displacement | 18.1 l |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA) |
| Combustion System | Direct Injection |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise |
| Aftertreatment | - |
Engine Dimensions - Approximate
| Length | 1414 mm |
| Width | 974 mm |
| Height | 1257 mm |
| Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments | 1673 kg |
Benefits & Features
Reliable, quiet and durable power
World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven core engine designs assure reliability, quiet operation, and many hours of productive life.
Broad application range
Industry leading range of factory configurable ratings and options for agricultural, material handling, construction, mining, aircraft ground support, and other industrial applications.
Package size
Exceptional power density enables standardization across numerous applications. Multiple installation options minimize total package size. Ideal for equipment with narrow engine compartments.
World-class product support offered through global cat dealer network
- Scheduled maintenance, including SOSSM sample
- Customer Support Agreements (CSA)
- Caterpillar Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
- Superior dealer service network
- Extended dealer service network through the Cat Industrial Service Distributor (ISD) program
