C15

Cat® C15 Industrial Power Unit

The Cat® C15 Industrial Power Unit is offered in ratings ranging from 354-433 kW (475-580 hp) @ 1800-2100 rpm. Conveniently pre-configured for a wide range of applications, the Cat® Industrial Power Unit is a complete power package containing a radiator, flywheel, alternator and alternator wiring completely pre-assembled for fast, straightforward installation in a number of OEM, customer and packager applications. These fuel efficient units are ready made for irrigation, industrial, mining and other pump applications.

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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

U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) Korea Stage V and China Nonroad 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. Your Cat dealer can provide more information regarding fuel and oil.

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.

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

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Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System
  • Turbocharged
  • Air-to-Air Aftercooled
  • Mid-mount turbocharged system with front and rear exhaust configurations (Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) Korea Stage V, China Nonroad 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
  • Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
  • Centrifugal water pump
  • Guidance on cooling system design available through your dealer to ensure equipment reliability
Flywheels and Flywheel Housing
  • Choice of SAE No. 0 or 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. (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Korea Stage V, China Nonroad 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, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Korea Stage V, China Nonroad 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/ Clean Emissions Control Equipment
  • 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

Additional information

Offering Type

Power Rating - Maximum Power

433 kW ( 580 HP )
Power Rating - Maximum Torque

2655 Nm @ 1400 rpm ( 1958 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm )
Power Rating - Rated Speed

1800-2100 rpm
Power Rating - Minimum Power

354 kW ( 475 HP )
Emission Standards - Emissions

U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), Korea Stage V, China Nonroad IV
General - Engine Configuration

Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
General - Bore

137 mm ( 5.4 in )
General - Stroke

171 mm ( 6.7 in )
General - Displacement

15.2 l ( 927.6 in³ )
General - Compression Ratio

17.0:1
General - Aspiration

Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
General - Rotation from Flywheel End

Counterclockwise
General - Aftertreatment

DOC+DPF+SCR
Power Unit Dimensions - Length

2488 mm ( 98 in )
Power Unit Dimensions - Width

1229 mm ( 48.4 in )
Power Unit Dimensions - Height

2006 mm ( 79 in )
Power Unit Dimensions - Weight

2650 kg ( 5842 lb )
Aftertreatment Dimensions - Width

1112 mm ( 43.8 in )
Aftertreatment Dimensions - Height

654 mm ( 25.8 in )
Aftertreatment Dimensions* - Diameter

356 mm ( 14 in )
Aftertreatment Dimensions - Weight

268 kg ( 591 lb )
PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final Only - Length

854 mm ( 33.6 in )
PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final Only - Width

287 mm ( 11.3 in )
PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final Only - Height

551 mm ( 21.7 in )
PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final Only - Weight

19.4 kg ( 42.8 lb )
PETU Dimensions - Tier 4 Final Only - Volume Capacity

48.4 l ( 51.1 qt (US) )

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