C15 LRC

Cat® C15 Industrial Diesel Engine

Industrial
Industrial (87)

Overview

The Cat® C15 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in ratings ranging from 328-444 bkW (440-595 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm. These ratings meet China Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent, and EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards. Industries and applications powered by C15 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, Surface Hauling Equipment and Trenchers.

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.
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.
World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network
  • Scheduled maintenance, including SOSSM 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
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.
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.
World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network
  • Scheduled maintenance, including SOSSM 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

Power Rating

Minimum Power
440.0bhp
Maximum Power
595.0bhp
Rated Speed
1800-2100 rpm
Minimum Power
440HP
Maximum Power
595HP
Rated Speed
1800-2100 rpm
Maximum Torque
2004lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
Maximum Power
595HP
Maximum Torque
2004lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
Rated Speed
1800-2100 rpm
Minimum Power
440HP

Emission Standards

Emissions
China Nonroad III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 Equivalent, EU Stage IIIA Equivalent
Emissions
China Nonroad III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 Equivalent, EU Stage IIIA Equivalent
Emissions
China Nonroad III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 Equivalent, EU Stage IIIA Equivalent

General

Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
137.2 mm (5.4 in)
Stroke
171.4 mm (6.75 in)
Displacement
15.2 L (927.56 in³)
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Compression Ratio
18.0:1
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation (from flywheel end)
Counterclockwise
Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
137.2 mm (5.4 in)
Stroke
171.4 mm (6.75 in)
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Displacement
15.2 L (927.56 in³)
Compression Ratio
18.0:1
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Bore
5.4in
Stroke
6.8in
Displacement
927.6in³
Aftertreatment
-
Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
5.4in
Stroke
6.8in
Displacement
927.6in³
Compression Ratio
18.0:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Aftertreatment
-

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

Length
1377 mm (54.2 in)
Width
926 mm (36.5 in)
Height
1226 mm (48.3 in)
Weight, Net Dry (Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments)
1469 kg (3239 lb)

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Length
54.2in
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
1469 kg (3239 lb)
Width
36.2in
Height
48.3in
Length
1377 mm (54.2 in)
Height
1226 mm (48.3 in)
Width
926 mm (36.5 in)
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
3239lb
Length
54.2in
Width
36.2in
Height
48.3in
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
3239lb

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Air Inlet System
    • Turbocharged
    • Air-to-Air Aftercooled
  • Control System
    • Electronic governing, PTO speed control
    • Programmable ratings
    • Automatic altitude compensation
    • Power compensation for fuel temperature
    • Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit
    • Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
    • Engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control
    • ADEM A4 Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
  • Cooling System
    • Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
    • Jacket water pump, centrifugal
    • Water pump, inlet
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold, dry
    • Optional exhaust outlet
  • Flywheels And Flywheel Housing
    • SAE No. 1 flywheel housing
  • Fuel System
    • MEUI injection
    • Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron)
    • Fuel filter, tertiary (2 micron)
    • ACERT Technology
    • Fuel transfer pump
    • Fuel priming pump
  • Lube System
    • Crankcase breather
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil filler
    • Lube oil filter
    • Front sump oil pan
    • Oil dipstick
    • Gear driven oil pump
  • General
    • Vibration damper
    • Lifting eyes
    • Cold start capability to -20° C (-4° F)
    • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request

Optional Equipment:

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