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Cat® C13 Diesel Engine

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Overview

The Cat® C13 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in ratings ranging from 287-388 bkW (385-520 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm. Industries and applications powered by engines include: Agriculture, Ag Tractors, Aircraft Ground Support, Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers/Grinders, Combines/Harvesters, Compactors/Rollers, Compressors, Construction, Cranes, Crushers, Dredgers, Forestry, General Industrial, Hydraulic Power Units, Irrigation Equipment, Loaders/Forwarders, Material Handling, Mining, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Paving Equipment, Pumps, Shovels/Draglines, Specialty Ag Equipment, Surface Hauling Equipment, Trenchers and Underground Mining Equipment.

Reliable, Quiet and Durable Power

World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven core engine designs assure reliability, quiet operation, and many hours of productive life.

High Performance

Simple and efficient turbocharger with balance valve provides optimal air management and improved fuel efficiency.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel consumption optimized to match operating cycles of a wide range of equipment and applications while maintaining low operating costs.

Fuel & Oil

Tier 4 Interim or Tier 4 Final, Stage IIIB or Stage IV engines require Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel containing a maximum of 10 ppm sulfur (EU) and 15 ppm sulfur (U.S.), and new oil formulations to support the new technology. Cat^® engines are designed to accommodate B20 biofuel. ...

Broad Application Range

Industry leading range of factory configurable ratings and options for agricultural, material handling, construction, mining, aircraft ground support, and other industrial applications.

Package Size

Exceptional power density enables standardization across numerous applications. Multiple installation options minimize total package size. Ideal for equipment with narrow engine compartments.

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 SOS^SM sample
Customer Support Agreements (CSA)
Caterpillar Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
Superior dealer service network
Extended dealer service network through the Cat Industrial Service Distributor (ISD) program

World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network

Scheduled maintenance, including SOS^SM sample
Customer Support Agreements (CSA)
Caterpillar Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
Superior dealer service network
Extended dealer service network through the Cat Industrial Service Distributor (ISD) program

Tier 4 Interim, Stage IIIB Aftertreatment Features

Regeneration. Cat Regeneration System maximizes fuel efficiency during regeneration. Flexible regeneration options maximize uptime.

Mounting. Remote installation options provide OEM flexibility for many applications, including horizontal and vertical mounti...

Tier 4 Final, Stage IV Aftertreatment Features

Regeneration. Cat Regeneration System maximizes fuel efficiency during regeneration. Transparent regeneration maximizes uptime. Aftertreatment life is twice as long as engine rebuild. Option available utilizing Passive Regeneration not requiring Cat Regeneration System - p...

General

Engine Configuration: In-Line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Cooling System Capacity: 18.7 L (19.8 qt)
Lube System (refill): 34 L (35.9 qt)
Bore: 5.1in
Stroke: 6.2in
Displacement: 762.8in³
Aspiration: Turbocharged-Aftercooled (TA)
Compression Ratio: 17.0:1
Combustion System: Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End: Counterclockwise
Engine Configuration: In-Line 6
Bore: 130 mm (5.1 in)
Stroke: 157 mm (6.2 in)
Displacement: 12.5 L (762.8 in³)
Cooling System - Capacity: 18.7 L (19.8 qt)
Lube System - Refill: 34 L (35.9 qt)
Aftertreatment: DOC+DPF+SCR

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

Length: 1203-1272 mm (47.2-50.1 in)
Width: 933-996 mm (36.74-39.2 in)
Height: 1132-1186 mm (44.6-46.7 in)
Weight - Net Dry (Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments): 1143-1350 kg (2520-2976 lb)

Cat Regeneration System Aftertreatment Dimensions (Approximate. Final dimensions dependent on selected options)

Length: 1053-1077 mm (41.5-42.4 in)
Width: 779.8-1069 mm (30.7-42.1 in)
Height: 451.3-654 mm (17.8-25.7 in)
Weight: 248-259 kg (547-571 lb)
Diameter: 330.2 mm (13 in)

PETU Dimensions (Tier 4 Final, Stage IV Only)

Length: 854 mm (33.6 in)
Width: 287 mm (11.3 in)
Volume Capacity: 48.4 L (51.1 qt)
Weight: 19.42 kg (42.8 lb)
Height: 551 mm (21.7 in)

Power Rating

Minimum Power: 385HP
Maximum Power: 520HP
Rated Speed: 1800-2100 rpm
Maximum Torque: 1756lb-ft @ 1400 rpm

Emission Standards

Emissions: U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments: 2520lb
Height: 1132-1186 mm (44.6-46.7 in)
Length: 1203-1272 mm (47.2-50.1 in)
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments: 1143-1350 kg (2520-2976 lb)
Width: 933-996 mm (36.74-39.2 in)
Length: 50in
Width: 39in
Height: 45in

Passive Regeneration System Aftertreatment Dimensions (Approximate. Final dimensions dependent on selected options)

Length: 974.8 mm (38.4 in)
Width: 958.3 mm (37.7 in)
Height: 547.2 mm (21.5 in)
Weight: 140 kg (308.6 lb)

Cat Regeneration System Aftertreatment Dimensions - Approximate

Diameter: 330.2 mm (13 in)
Height: 451.3-654 mm (17.8-25.7 in)
Length: 1053-1077 mm (41.5-42.4 in)
Weight: 248-259 kg (547-571 lb)
Width: 779.8-1069 mm (30.7-42.1 in)

PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final, Stage IV Only

Height: 551 mm (21.7 in)
Length: 854 mm (33.6 in)
Volume Capacity: 48.4 L (51.1 qt)
Weight: 19.42 kg (42.8 lb)
Width: 287 mm (11.3 in)

Passive Regeneration System Aftertreatment Dimensions - Approximate

Height: 547.2 mm (21.5 in)
Length: 974.8 mm (38.4 in)
Weight: 140 kg (308.6 lb)
Width: 958.3 mm (37.7 in)

Aftertreatment Dimensions

Length: 42in
Width: 41in
Height: 26in
Weight: 571lb

PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final Only

Length: 33.6in
Width: 11.3in
Height: 21.7in
Weight: 42.8lb
Volume Capacity: 51.1qt (US)

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Turbocharged
- Air-to-Air Aftercooled
- Mid-mount turbocharged system with front and rear exhaust configurations (Tier 4 Final, Stage IV)
Control System
- Electronic control system
- Over-foam wiring harness
- Automatic altitude compensation
- Power compensated for fuel temperature
- Configurable software features
- Engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control
- Integrated Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
- Remote fan control
Cooling System
- Vertical or RH thermostat outlet
- Centrifugal water pump
- Guidance on cooling system design available through your dealer to ensure equipment reliability
Flywheels And Flywheel Housing
- SAE No. 1 flywheel housing
- Available SAE No. 1 power take off with optional SAE A, SAE B or SAE C power take off drives. Engine power can also be taken from the front of the engine with optional attachments. (Tier 4 Final, Stage IV).
Fuel System
- MEUI injection
- Primary fuel filter
- Secondary fuel filters
- Fuel transfer pump
- Electronic fuel priming
Lube System
- Open crankcase ventilation system
- Oil cooler
- Oil filler
- Lube oil filter
- Oil dipstick
- Gear driven oil pump
- Choice of front, rear or center sumps
- Open crankcase ventilation system with fumes disposal (optional OCV filter system) (Tier 4 Final, Stage IV)
Power Take Off (pto)
- SAE A, SAE B or SAE C power take off (PTO) drives. Engine power can also be taken from the front of the engine on some applications.
General
- Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request
U.s. Epa Tier 4 Interim, Eu Stage Iiib Aftertreatment / Clean Emissions Control Equipment
- Cat Regeneration System
- Clean Emissions Module (CEM), consisting of Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)
- NOx Reduction System (NRS)
- Flex pipe connection kit with 90° rotatable elbows to attach to Cat Regeneration System Inlet
- Available in 12 volt or 24 volt systems
U.s. Epa Tier 4 Final, Eu Stage Iv Aftertreatment
- Cat Regeneration System
- Clean Emissions Module (CEM), consisting of Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)
- Aftertreatment Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
- NOx Reduction System (NRS)
- Pump Electronic Control Unit (PETU)
- Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
- Available in 12V or 24V systems

Optional Equipment:

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