C18 Generator Set

Diesel Generator Sets
Diesel Generator Sets (172)

Overview

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Cat Generator Set Package
  • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
  • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements
Cat Diesel Engine
  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight
A-Frame Alternator
  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation
GCCP 1.3 Control Panel
  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
  • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements
Cooling System
  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
One Safe Source
  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum performance
  • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
  • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
World Wide Product Support
  • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
  • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements
Cat Generator Set Package
  • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
  • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements
Cat Diesel Engine
  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight
A-Frame Alternator
  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation
GCCP 1.3 Control Panel
  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
  • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements
Cooling System
  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
One Safe Source
  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum performance
  • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
  • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
  • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system
World Wide Product Support
  • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
  • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

Engine Specifications

Aspiration
Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Engine Model
C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
145 mm (5.71 in)
Displacement
18.13 L (1106.36 in3)
Stroke
183 mm (7.2 in)
Compression Ratio
14.5:1
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Aspiration
Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Displacement
1106.4in³
Stroke
7.2in
Bore
5.71in

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating
550 kVA
Maximum Rating
715 kVA
Voltage
380 to 415 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, EU Stage IIIA
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime

Generator Set Dimensions

Height - Maximum
107.8in
Length - Maximum
218.5in
Length - Minimum
218.5in
Width - Maximum
80.9in

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Air System
    • Air cleaner, light duty
    • Turborcharger
  • Air Inlet
    • Air cleaner
  • Control Panel
    • GCCP 1.3
    • GCCP Genset Controller
  • Cooling
    • Package mounted radiator
  • Cooling System
    • Coolant drain line with valve
    • Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
    • Radiator and cooling fan with guard
    • Caterpillar extended life coolant
  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust flange outlet
  • Exhaust System
    • Stainless steel exhaust flex, gaskets, raincap and SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose
  • Fuel System
    • Standard open set fuel tank/base supplied Base, formed steel with single wall integral 8-hour fuel tank
  • Fuel
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
  • Generator
    • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
    • IP23 Protection
    • Load adjustment module provides engine relief upon load impact and improves load acceptance and recovery time
  • Generator And Attachments
    • Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
    • Power center, IP22
    • Optional LC Frame generator - IP23 Protection,
    • Mandatory option rear circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power center
    • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
    • A Frame generator - IP21 Protection
  • Governing System
    • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Lube System
    • Oil drain valves
    • Lubricating oil
  • Mounting System
    • Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
  • Starting / Charging
    • 24 Volt battery with rack and cables
  • Starting/charging
    • 24 volt starting motor
    • Batteries
  • Mounting
    • Rubber vibration isolators
  • General
    • Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow
    • Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black

Optional Equipment:

  • Certifications
    • Global
    • European Certifications - EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
  • Exhaust
    • Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
  • Air Inlet System
    • Dual element air cleaner
    • Single element air cleaner
  • Generator
    • Oversize and premium generators
    • Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
    • Anti-condensation heater
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
  • Circuit Breakers
    • 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) - package mounted
    • 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) - package mounted
    • Padlockable device
    • 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) - motorized
    • Power terminal strip
    • 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) - motorized
  • Control Panel
    • GCCP 1.4
  • Control Panels
    • Local & remote annunciator modules
    • Digital I/O module
    • Load share module
    • EMCP (4.2) (4.3) (4.4)
    • Remote monitoring software
  • Control System
    • Local alarm modules
    • Control panel protective devices
    • Remote annunciator module
    • Volt free contacts
  • Cooling System
    • Radiator duct flange
  • Enclosures
    • Sound attenuated enclosures
  • Starting/charging
    • Heavy duty starting system
    • Battery chargers
    • Charging alternator
    • Oversize batteries
    • Jacket water heater
  • Exhaust System
    • Elbow Kit
    • Mufflers - End in/end out
    • Manifold and turbocharger guards
    • Engine mounted muffler
    • Flange groups; 8 and 10 inch weld flanges and gaskets
  • Fuel System
    • Integral dual wall fuel tank base
    • Manual fuel transfer system
    • Fuel transfer system
  • General
    • Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
    • UL 2200 package
    • Narrow, wide or skid base
    • Enclosures: Sound attenuated, weather protective
    • Sound attenuated, weather protective or high ambient weather protective enclosure
    • EEC Declaration of Conformity
    • Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
    • The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
    • Single or dual wall sub-base fuel tanks
    • Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
    • CSA Certification
    • EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
    • Single or dual wall integral fuel tanks
  • Generator And Attachments
    • A Frame CIP generator
    • LC frame generator
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • LC frame oversize generator
    • Space heaters
    • Ingress protection
    • LC frame CIP generator
    • A Frame oversize generator
  • Lube System
    • Manual sump pump
  • Mounting System
    • Narrow skid base
  • Starting / Charging System
    • 5 Amp Battery charger
    • Jacket water heater
    • Battery disconnect switch

Take The Virtual Product Tour To Explore The Features And Benefits of the C18 Generator Set

See how C18 (50 Hz) China Non Road compares against frequently compared products

C18 (50 Hz) China Non Road Diesel Generator Sets

Engine Model
C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Voltage
380 to 415 Volts
Maximum Rating
715 kVA
Selected Model

C1.1 (60 Hz) Diesel Generator Sets

Engine Model
C1.1, In-line 4, 4-cycle diesel
Voltage
110 to 480 Volts
Maximum Rating
8.8 ekW
View Full Specs

C1.1 (50 Hz) Diesel Generator Sets

Engine Model
C1.1, In-line 4 4-cycle diesel
Voltage
110 to 415 Volts
Maximum Rating
9.5 kVA
View Full Specs

Compare with other Cat Models

Compare Now

Media Gallery

Check out our current offers

View Specials
Translate »