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Cat® G3408 Industrial Gas Engine

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Overview

Cat^® G3408 Industrial Gas Engine. Ratings: 190-317 bkW (255-425 bhp) @ 1800 rpm and 249 bkW (332 bhp) @ 1500 rpm are NSPS site compliant capable with customer-supplied aftertreatment. Some ratings also have standard emission settings available for export only. For specific emission information, please consult your local Cat Dealer.

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Emissions

Ratings are NSPS site compliant capable with customer-supplied aftertreatment. Some ratings also have standard emission settings available for export only. For specific emission information, please refer to the engine spec sheet.

Engine Design

Improved reliability and durability
Ability to burn a wide spectrum of gaseous fuels
Robust diesel strength design prolongs life and lowers owning and operating costs
Broad operating speed range

Full Range of Attachments

Large variety of factory-installed engine attachments reduces packaging time

Quality

Every Cat engine is manufactured to stringent quality standards in order to assure customer satisfaction.

World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network

Scheduled maintenance, including S•O•S^SM sample
Customer Support Agreements (CSA)
Caterpillar Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
Superior dealer service network
Extended dealer service network through the CatIndustrial Service Distributor (ISD) program

Emissions

Engine Design

Improved reliability and durability
Ability to burn a wide spectrum of gaseous fuels
Robust diesel strength design prolongs life and lowers owning and operating costs
Broad operating speed range

Full Range of Attachments

Large variety of factory-installed engine attachments reduces packaging time

Quality

Every Cat engine is manufactured to stringent quality standards in order to assure customer satisfaction.

World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network

Scheduled maintenance, including S•O•S^SM sample
Customer Support Agreements (CSA)
Caterpillar Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
Superior dealer service network
Extended dealer service network through the CatIndustrial Service Distributor (ISD) program

General

Bore: 137 mm (5.4 in)
Stroke: 152 mm (6.0 in)
Displacement: 18 L (1099 in³)
Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated (NA), Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Engine Configuration: Engine - Continuous
Bore: 137 mm (5.4 in)
Stroke: 152 mm (6.0 in)
Displacement: 18 L (1099 in³)
Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated (NA), Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Engine Configuration: Engine - Continuous

Power Rating

Minimum Power: 255.0bhp
Maximum Power: 425.0bhp
Frequency: 1500 & 1800 rpm
Minimum Power: 255HP
Maximum Power: 425HP

Engine Dimensions (Approximate. Final dimensions dependent on selected options)

Height: 1758 mm (69.2 in)
Width: 1563 mm (61.5 in)
Length: 1756 mm (69.1 in)

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Weight - Net Dry: 2245 kg (4950 lb)
Width: 1563 mm (61.5 in)
Height: 1758 mm (69.2 in)
Length: 1756 mm (69.1 in)

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner — single element with service indicator
Control System
- Governor — Woodward PSG mechanical
- Governor control — positive locking
Cooling System
- Thermostats and housing
- Jacket water pump
- Aftercooler water pump
- Aftercooler core
Exhaust System
- Watercooled exhaust manifolds
- Dry exhaust elbow
Flywheel & Flywheel Housing
- SAE No. 0 flywheel
- SAE No. 0 flywheel housing
- SAE standard rotation
Fuel System
- Gas pressure regulator
- Natural gas carburetor
Ignition System
- Digital ignition system
Instrumentation
- Service meter
Lube System
- Crankcase breather — top mounted
- Oil cooler
- Oil filter — RH
- Auxiliary oil reservoir
- Rear sump oil pan
- Oil filler in valve cover and dipstick — RH
Mounting System
- Engine supports
Protection System
- Shutoffs
General
- Paint — Cat yellow
- Crankshaft vibration damper and drive pulleys
- Lifting eyes

Optional Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner — dual element
- Air inlet adapter
- Precleaner
- Air cleaner rain cap
Charging System
- Battery chargers
- Charging alternators
- Ammeter gauge
- Ammeter gauge and wiring
- Control mounting
Control System
- EG3P/2301A speed control governor
- PSG electric governor
- PSG pneumatic governor
Cooling System
- Radiators
- Non-sparking blower fan
- Blower fan and fan drives for customer suppliedradiators
- ATAAC conversion
- Aftercooler
- Expansion tank
- Heat exchanger
Exhaust System
- Flexible fittings
- Elbows
- Flanges
- Rain caps
- Mufflers
- Exhaust manifold
Fuel System
- Dual gas regulator
- Low energy fuel carburetor
- Low pressure gas conversion
- Propane and natural gas valve and jet kits
- Fuel filter
Ignition System
- CSA ignition
- Ignition ground wiring harness
- Power supply — digital ignition system
Instrumentation
- Gauges and instrument panels
Lube System
- Auxiliary oil reservoir removal
- Lubricating oil
Mounting System
- Vibration isolators
Power Take-offs
- Auxiliary drive pulleys
- Enclosed clutch
- Clutch support
- Front stub shaf
- Flywheel stub shaft
- Pulley removal
Protection System
- Gas valves
Starting System
- Air starting motor
- Electric air start control
- Air pressure regulator
- Air silencer
- Electric starting motor — single 24-volt
- Starting aids
- Battery sets (24-volt dry), cables, and rack

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