CAT®C18 ACERT™ INDUSTRIAL POWER UNIT
The Cat® C18 ACERT™ Industrial Power Unit is offered in ratings ranging from 429-470 bkW (575-630 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm. These ratings meet China Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent and EU Stage IIIA equivalent or Non-certified emission standards. Conveniently pre-configured for a wide range of applications, the Cat® Industrial Power Unit is a complete power package containing a radiator, flywheel, alternator and alternator wiring completely pre-assembled for fast, straightforward installation in a number of OEM, customer and packager applications. These fuel efficient units are ready made for irrigation, industrial, mining and other pump applications.
power rating
Minimum Rating429.0 bkW
Maximum Rating470.0 bkW
Rated Speed1800-2100


emission standards
EmissionsChina Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 3 Equivalent, EU Stage IIIA Equivalent or Non-Certified
general
Engine ConfigurationInline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore145 mm (5.71 in)
Stroke183 mm (7.2 in)
Displacement18.1 L (1104.53 in³)
AspirationTurbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Compression Ratio16.3:1
Rotation (from flywheel end)Counterclockwise
power unit dimensions approximate final dimensions dependent on selected options
Length1388 mm (54.6 in)
Width921 mm (36.3 in)
Height1243 mm (48.9 in)
Weight - Net Dry (Standard configuration without oil, cooling, clutch, compressor, A/C)2197.1 kg (4843.7 lb)
C18 ACERT™ STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- air inlet system
Turbocharged Aftercooled (429-470 bkW, 575-630 bhp)
Twin Turbocharged Aftercooled (522-597 bkW, 700-800 bhp)
Air-to-Air Aftercooled - charging system
Charging alternator 24 volt, 50 amp - control system
Electronic governing, PTO speed control
Programmable ratings
Automatic altitude compensation
Power compensation for fuel temperature
Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit
Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
Engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control
ADEM™ A4 Electronic Control Unit (ECU) - 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 - fuel system
MEUI injection
Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron)
ACERT™ Technology
Fuel transfer pump
Fuel priming pump - lube system
Crankcase breather
Oil cooler
Oil filler
Lube oil filter
Front sump oil pan
Oil dipstick
Gear driven oil pump - general
Vibration damper
Lifting eyes
Cold start capability to -20° C (-4° F)
Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request