Gas
Industrial
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Optional Equipment
FEATURES
DIESEL STRENGTH
All Caterpillar gas engines are built on diesel
frames which means greater service life.
Caterpillar gas engines inherit more from their
diesel counterparts than just strength. They
are backed by the same support system
recognized as one of the most sophisticated
and dependable in the world.
APPLICATION FLEXIBILITY
Broad operating speed range and ability to
burn a wide spectrum of gaseous fuels.
LOW EMISSIONS
Low emission engines are capable of NO(x)
levels as low as 2.0 grams/hp-hr. Lower
emissions may be achievable for selected
applications. Consult your Caterpillar dealer.
G3516
660-1340 hp
Engine
Standard and Low Emission
SPECIFICATIONS
V-16, 4-Stroke-Cycle, Spark Ignited
Borein (mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.7 (170)
Strokein (mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.5 (190)
Displacementcu in (L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4211 (69.0)
Compression Ratio
STD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:1
LE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:1
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Naturally Aspirated or
.................................Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Lube Oil Capacity gal (L)
STD* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 (580)
STD** . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 (646)
LE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 (402)
Jacket Water System gal (L)
Capacity w/o Radiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 (205)
* Oil fill capacity with 21 elements
**Oil fill capacity without elements
CATERPILLAR GAS ENGINES
Represent the latest technology in engine
design. Engines are offered in both naturally
aspirated and turbocharged/aftercooled
configurations.
TA is offered as standard and low emission.
These different configurations offer:
High energy ignition systems for consistent
firing
High efficient combustion chamber for
complete burning of the fuel.
Modern component design such as deep
cup, oil gallery piston.
ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM WITH
DETONATION SENSITIVE TIMING
The Caterpillar electronic ignition system
provides optimized spark timing for all
operating conditions. Timing is automatically
controlled to maintain continuous detonation
protection.
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STANDARD EQUIPMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Air cleaners intake manifold Cooling systems
single stage, dry, temp (TA only) high temp (LE only)
with service pressure (LE) Exhaust fittings
indicator service meter Muffler
Breather, crankcase exhaust Power takeoffs
Carburetor pyrometer (LE) Starting systems
natural gas Lifting eyes Tachometer
Cooler Manifold, exhaust Low BTU
lubricating oil watercooled arrangements
Filter Pumps, gear driven Landfill arrangements
lubricating oil, RH aftercooler water Air head for 3161
Flywheel housing (TA only) CSA ignition
SAE No. 00 jacket water Air-to-air aftercooler
Governor Rails, mounting, 10 in. connection
Woodward Regulator, gas
Ignition system pressure
Altronic III SAE standard rotation
Instrument panel, RH Thermostats and
8 gauge panel (STD) housing
12 gauge panel (LE) Torsional vibration
oil pressure damper
coolant temperature
oil pressure
differential

CONTINUOUS RATINGS (BHP)

Aspiration 1400 rpm 1300 rpm 1200 rpm 1100 rpm 1000 rpm 900 rpm

LE-90 1340 1245 1150 1050 955 860

LE-130 1265 1175 1085 995 900 810
STD TA-90 1085 995 905 815
STD TA-130 1050 960 875 785
STD NA 660 605 585 525

PHYSICAL FACTORS
Height Width Length Weight
in (mm) in (mm) in (mm) lb (kg)
LE 73.2 (1859) 67.1 (1703) 131 (3327) 17 670 (8022)

STD TA 73.2 (1859) 67.1 (1703) 131 (3327) 17 470 (7931)

STD NA 75.2 (1911) 61.6 (1564) 126.4 (3211) 16 400 (7446)

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FUEL CONSUMPTION

LE-90 LE-130

bkW bkW
149 298 448 597 746 895 149 298 448 597 746 895

13 000 18.3 13 000 18.3

12 000 16.9 12 000 16.9

MJ/bkW-hr
Btu/bhp-hr

MJ/bkW-hr

Btu/bhp-hr
11 000 1400 rpm 15.5 11 000 15.5
1400 rpm
10 000 1200 rpm 14.1 10 000 1200 rpm 14.1
9000 1000 rpm 12.7 1000 rpm
9000 12.7
900 rpm 900 rpm
8000 11.3 8000 11.3
7000 9.9 7000 9.9

200 400 600 800 1000 1200 200 400 600 800 1000 1200
bhp bhp

STD TA-90 STD TA-130

bkW bkW
149 298 448 597 746 895 149 298 448 597 746 895

13 000 18.3 13 000 18.3

12 000 16.9 12 000 16.9

MJ/bkW-hr
MJ/bkW-hr

Btu/bhp-hr
Btu/bhp-hr

11 000 15.5 11 000 1200 rpm 15.5

1200 rpm
10 000 14.1 10 000 1000 rpm 14.1
1000 rpm
9000 900 rpm 12.7 9000 900 rpm 12.7
8000 11.3 8000 11.3
7000 9.9 7000 9.9

200 400 600 800 1000 1200 200 400 600 800 1000 1200
bhp bhp

STD NA
bkW
149 298 448 597 746 895

13 000 18.3
1200 rpm
12 000 16.9
MJ/bkW-hr

1000 rpm
Btu/bhp-hr

11 000 15.5
900 rpm
10 000 14.1
9000 12.7 LE refers to low emission engine configuration.
STD refers to standard engine configuration.
8000 11.3 90 refers to aftercooler water inlet temperature in 90 F (32 C).
7000 9.9 130 refers to aftercooler water inlet temperature in 130 F (54 C).
All data is based on standard conditions. 77 F (25 C) 500 ft Alt.
200 400 600 800 1000 1200 These ratings do not allow for overload capability.
bhp
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GAS INDUSTRIAL ENGINE PHYSICAL FACTORS

1170.0 (46.06)

851.5 (33.52)

851.5 (33.52)
RD

03

02
104 402 402

1300.3 (51.19)

1099.0
12.0 (.47)
810.0 (31.89)

401 401
401

142.0 (5.59)
126
01
01 01
145.2 (5.72)
103
184.5 (7.26)
45

125 201 126 125

2097.7 (82.59)

1156.5 (45.53)

637.9 (25.11)
262.0 (10.31)

534.2 (21.03)
03

02
LEFT SIDE VIEW REAR VIEW

01 Centerline of Crankshaft 104 Jacket Water Outlet 401 Air Inlet

02 Centerline of Engine 125 Aftercooler water inlet 402 Exhaust

03 Rear face of Cylinder Block 126 Aftercooler water outlet RD Removal Distance

103 Jacket Water Inlet 201 Fuel Inlet

See general dimension drawing 114-6637 for For magneto ignition system engines see general
additional Electronic Ignition System (E.I.S.) dimension drawing 7W4452.
engine detail and NA information.
Note: General configuration not to be used for
installation.

CONDITIONS AND DEFINITIONS

Ratings are based on SAE J1349 standard Turbocharged-aftercooled ratings apply to
conditions of 29.61 in Hg (100 kPa) and 77 F 5000 ft (1525 m) and 77 F (25 C). Naturally
(25 C). These ratings also apply at ISO3046, aspirated engines apply to 500 ft (150 m) and
DIN6271, and BS5514 standard conditions of 77 F (25 C). For applications which exceed these
29.61 in Hg (100 kPa), 81 F (27 C); and limits, consult your Caterpillar dealer.
API 7B-11C standard conditions of 29.38 in Hg
Additional ratings may be available for specific
(99 kPa), 85 F (29 C).
customer requirements. Consult your Caterpillar
Ratings are based on dry natural gas having a low representative for details.
heat value of 905 btu/ft3 (35.54 MJ/N m3).
Variations in altitude, temperature, and gas
composition from standard conditions may
require a reduction in engine horsepower.

Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
LEHQ6163 (3-96) 1996 Caterpillar Printed in U.S.A.
Supersedes LEHH0572 All rights reserved.