3516C Propulsion Engine (Tier 3)

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The 3516C propulsion engine is available with a wide range of ratings that meet EPA Tier 3 and IMO II regulations without any additional aftertreatment. These engines provide efficient operation with electronic governing, cold mode start strategy, and programmable low idle to minimize fuel consumption. The 3516C engine also incorporates a closed crankcase ventilation system to lower emissions.

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Standard Equipment:

  • Air Inlet System
    • Corrosion-resistant separate circuit aftercooler core, air cleaners with service indicator, dual turbochargers, closed crankcase ventilation system
  • Control System
    • Dual A4 engine control modules provide engine control and monitoring, rigid wiring harness with plug and run connectors on port and starboard sides
  • Cooling System
    • Separate circuit auxiliary fresh water pump, centrifugal non-self-priming auxiliary sea water pump, gear driven centrifugal jacket water pump, expansion tank, engine oil cooler, thermostats and housing
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry gas-tight exhaust manifolds with SOLAS compliant stainless steel heat shields, dual turbochargers with water-cooled bearings and heat shields, modular pulse exhaust manifold, single exhaust outlet
  • Fuel System
    • Electronically controlled unit injectors, fuel filter with service indicators, fuel transfer pump, SOLAS compliant fuel connections with spill shield
  • Instrumentation
    • Instrument panel shipped loose with Color Marine Power Display (MPD), alarm horn, overspeed shutdown notification light, emergency stop notification light, secondary ECU “Ready” light, secondary ECU “Active” light, graphic display unit for analog or digital display of oil and fuel pressure, oil and fuel filter differential, system DC voltage, exhaust and water temperature, air inlet restriction, service meter, engine speed, fuel consumption (total and instantaneous)
  • Lube System
    • Pre-lube strategy, top-mounted dual crankcase breathers, oil filter with service indicators, oil level gauge, oil filler, gear-type oil pump
  • Power Take-offs
    • Accessory drives — upper RH, upper and lower LH; two-sided front housing
  • Protection System
    • A4 electronic control module with customer programmable engine derate strategies, engine alarms and diagnostics displayed on local and remote MPDs, emergency stop pushbutton, safety shutoff protection for oil pressure and water temperature, overspeed protection
  • General
    • Vibration damper and guard, Cat® yellow paint, two lifting eyes attach to engine block,
  • Iso Certification
    • Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities
  • Mounting System
    • Mounting rails

Optional Equipment:

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air Cleaner Removal
    • Remote Air Inlet Adapters
  • Charging System
    • Battery Charger
    • Charging Alternator
  • Control System
    • Throttle Position Sensor
    • Throttle Synchronization
  • Cooling System
    • Water Level Switch Gauge
    • Coolant Level Sensors
    • Connections
    • Keel Cooling Conversions
    • Heat Exchangers
    • Auxiliary Water Pumps
    • Sea Water Pump Removal
    • Coolant Shunt Tanks
    • Air Separator
    • Marine Gear Cooling
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust Outlet
    • Flexible Fittings
    • Elbows
    • Flanges
    • Flange and Exhaust Expanders
    • Mufflers
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel Cooler
    • Fuel Priming Pumps
    • Flexible Fuel Lines
    • Rigid Fuel Lines
    • Primary Fuel Filter
    • Fuel level switch
  • Instrumentation
    • PL1000T Communication Module
    • PL1000E Communication Module
    • Customer Interface
    • Thermocouples
    • Remote Panel Display
    • Remote Cylinder Temperature Display
    • Pilot House Instrument Panels
    • Marine Gear Sensors
    • Engine Vision Display System
  • Lube System
    • Oil Pan
    • Oil Pan Accessories
    • Sump Pumps
    • Prelubrication Options
    • Lubricating Oil
    • Centrifugal Oil Filter
  • Mounting System
    • Engine Supports
    • Vibration Isolation Mountings
  • Power Take-offs
    • Flexible Coupling and Guards
    • Front Housing Accessories
    • Front Housing Accessory Drives
    • Upper LH Accessory Drive
    • Upper RH Accessory Drive
    • Front Power Take Offs
    • Crankshaft Pulleys
    • Damper Guard Removals
  • Protection System
    • Air Inlet Shutoffs
    • Switches and Contactors
    • Explosion Relief Valve
    • Sensors
  • Spare Parts Kits
    • Parts Kits
    • Pump Kits
    • Fuel Transfer
    • Lube Oil
  • Special Appearance
    • Chrome Plated Relief Valves
    • Black Air Cleaners
  • Starting System
    • Starting Motors or Barring Device
    • Air Starting Motors Options
    • Starting Aids
    • Battery Sets - 24 Volt - Dry
    • Battery Rack
  • General
    • Tool Set
    • Caterpillar Datalink Wire
Renee HerndonRenee Herndon
21:55 29 Feb 24
Dalton was very helpful, The road construction, however, was not! 😂I would rather have to sand paper an alligators @$$ in a phone booth that to get in that mess again.
Michael BirrenMichael Birren
14:58 24 Feb 24
I purchased a used C-15 from a customer of Greg Pool was a running take out. I picked up the engine from the Greg Pool Cat near Nags Head NC. They started they had done all service on this engine stated the hours and all items replaced during the life of engine under their care. I just recently put the engine in my boat after 2 years of building the vessel I find that everything they said about the engine was a LIE!!! Turbo was Bad, After cooler was not updated to the newer version for the C-15 it was missing a terminal Resistor that was clearly stolen off the engine which created a major issue with start up upon installation. Greg Pool Caterpillar stated the hours at 3300 we find out there were 5700 hours. I didn’t do a start up or test run which I regret because i was dealing with a Caterpillar dealer i thought i could trust them. Clearly not Buyers Be Ware if your dealing with Greg Pool Caterpillar in NC. I have 3 of the C-15 engines in my Work boats here in Tampa Fl and my Cat dealership here is Ring power who have done an amazing job to get me going with this Engine. I am very Disappointed in The Caterpillar company for allowing such A dealership to exist.
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Rick Kelly-CrapseRick Kelly-Crapse
21:06 25 Aug 23
They had all my parts for my 3208 Cat.Friendly folks at parts counter.
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