C18 ACERT Tier 3 Recreational

Cat C18 ACERT High Performance Propulsion Engine (Tier 3 Recreational)

Overview

The C18 ACERT marine propulsion engine has ratings for recreational applications that meet U.S. EPA Tier 3, IMO II, and EU Stage IIIA Regulations. This marine engine incorporates the latest core engine system innovations to provide maximum benefits in power density, performance, emissions, and fuel efficiency. Not only is it equipped with engine monitoring and protection features, it is also compatible with Cat display and vessel control systems. With this engine comes the unmatched worldwide marine support network including Cat dealers and hundreds of authorized marine dealers. Their combined experience and expertise, products and services, backup and support allow your recreational pleasure craft to remain precisely that — a pleasure.

Separate circuit aftercooling system
The primary advantage of the separate circuit aftercooling system (SCAC) is that no sea water circulates through the aftercooler
Emissions
EPA Tier 3 compliant, IMO II and EU IWW compliant
Cooling system
Heat exchanger and Keel cooled options for all ratings
Turbo Configurations
Single turbo configurations for all ratings
Competitive size and weight
Marine Certifications
All major MCS type approvals available from factory
Separate circuit aftercooling system
The primary advantage of the separate circuit aftercooling system (SCAC) is that no sea water circulates through the aftercooler
Emissions
EPA Tier 3 compliant, IMO II and EU IWW compliant
Cooling system
Heat exchanger and Keel cooled options for all ratings
Turbo Configurations
Single turbo configurations for all ratings
Competitive size and weight
Marine Certifications
All major MCS type approvals available from factory

Ratings

Power Range
1015-1150 mhp, 1001-1136 bhp, 747-847 bkW
Power Range
1015-1150 mhp, 1001-1136 bhp, 747-847 bkW

Engine

Emissions
EPA Tier 3, IMO II, EU IW
Bore
5.7in
Stroke
7.2in
Displacement
1106.0in3
Speed Range
2300 rpm
Configuration
In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Aspiration
TA,TTA
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Emissions
EPA Tier 3, IMO II, EU IW
Bore
5.7in
Stroke
7.2in
Displacement
1106in³

Dimensions & Weights

Minimum Dry Weight
4000.0lb
Maximum Dry Weight
4299.0lb
Minimum Length
73.0in
Maximum Length
76.0in
Minimum Height
47.2in
Maximum Height
51.2in
Minimum Width
44.6in
Maximum Width
47.4in
Maximum Dry Weight
4299lb
Maximum Height
51.2in
Maximum Length
76in
Maximum Width
47.4in
Minimum Dry Weight
4000lb
Minimum Height
47.2in
Minimum Length
73in
Minimum Width
44.6in

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Air Inlet System
    • Aftercooler - sea water, corrosion resistant
    • Air cleaner/fumes disposal (closed system)
    • Turbocharger, jacket water cooled
    • Front-down and rear-down aftercooler condensate drains
  • Control System
    • Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
    • Cold mode start strategy
    • Engine and transmission monitoring (speed, temperature, pressure)
    • Electronic fuel/air ratio control
    • 70-pin customer connector
    • Engine Protection Mode for High Ambient Conditions
    • Three types of throttle inputs (primary/ secondary PWM, 0-5V, 4-20mA +/-)
  • Cooling System
    • Sea water pump, rubber impeller, self-priming, gear driven
    • Sea water aftercooled
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven
    • JW Heat Exchanger - Titanium plate with integral fuel cooler expansion tank, and thermostat housing (fully open temp 92C)
    • Coolant recovery system
  • Exhaust System
    • Water-cooled exhaust manifold & turbocharger
    • 114.3 mm (4.5 in) ID round flanged exhaust outlet
  • Flywheels & Flywheel Housings
    • Flywheel Housing, SAE No. 1
    • Flywheel, 18 inch, 113 teeth
    • SAE standard rotation
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel filter, RH service on Port, LH service on Starboard
    • Fuel transfer pump
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Hybrid fuel line design
  • Lube System
    • Crankcase breather
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil filter, spin-on, low profile, RH service on Port, LH service on
    • Oil pan, center sump
    • Dipstick, RH service on Port, LH service on Starboard
    • Oil pump, gear driven
  • Power Take-offs
    • Hydraulic pump drive, SAE A, 11-tooth spline, 46 ft-lbs max torque, counterclockwise as viewed from the front of the engine with 1.41 x engine speed
    • Crankshaft pulley, 292 mm (11.5 in) two groove, 15.88 mm (0.63 in) width
  • Protection System
    • A4 ECM Electronic Engine Monitoring System provides customer programmable engine de-rate strategies to protect against adverse operating conditions
  • General
    • Front damper guard
    • Lifting eyes
    • RH or LH service options
    • Upper rear-facing customer wiring connector and Service Tool connection

Optional Equipment:

  • Charging System
    • Battery Chargers
    • Charging Alternators
  • Fuel System
    • Primary Fuel Filter / Water Separator
    • Primary Fuel Filter
  • Lube System
    • Transmission Oil Cooler
  • Power Take-offs
    • Crankshaft Pulleys
  • Starting System
    • Electric Starting Motor - Single 24 Volt
    • Battery Sets - 24 Volt - Dry
  • Control System
    • MECP I
  • Instrumentation
    • OEM Wiring Harness
    • Engine to Engine Harness
    • Instrument Panels
    • Transmission Sensors

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