C15 ACERT™

C15 ACERT Land Mechanical Drilling Engine

THE RUNDOWN

Custom Packaging
For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your project needs with custom factory generator sets and mechanical packages. Cat engines, generators, controls, radiators, and transmissions can be custom designed and matched in collaboration with our local dealers to create unique solutions. Custom packages are globally supported and are covered by a one year warranty after startup.
Custom Packaging
For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your project needs with custom factory generator sets and mechanical packages. Cat engines, generators, controls, radiators, and transmissions can be custom designed and matched in collaboration with our local dealers to create unique solutions. Custom packages are globally supported and are covered by a one year warranty after startup.
Transmissions
Caterpillar has a full line of engine-transmission packages that can be fully integrated with your axle, hydraulics, and operator interface. Cat transmissions deliver continuous operation under full load, smooth shifting at any speed, and maximum up time, with unmatched durability and easy maintenance.
Full Range of Attachments
Large variety of factory-installed engine attachments reduces packaging time
Testing
Every engine is full-load tested to ensure proper engine performance.
Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer
- More than 2,200 dealer outlets - Cat factory-trained dealer technicians service every aspect of your petroleum engine - Cat parts and labor warranty - Preventive maintenance agreements available for repairbefore-failure options - S•O•SSM program matches your oil and coolant samples against Caterpillar set standards
Over 80 Years of Engine Manufacturing Experience
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products.
Over 80 Years of Engine Manufacturing Experience
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products.
Web Site
For all your petroleum power requirements, visit www.cat.com/oilandgas.
Engine Specifications
Minimum Rating440.0BHP
Maximum Rating595.0BHP
EmissionsEPA and CARB Non-Road Mobile Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA
Rated Speed2100.0r/min
Bore5.4in
Stroke6.75in
Displacement928.0in³
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Governor and ProtectionADEM A3
Engine Weight - Net Dry2743.0lb
Rotation from Flywheel EndCounterclockwise
Oil Change Interval250
Flywheel and Flywheel HousingSAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1
Flywheel Teeth136 (SAE 0), 113 (SAE 1)
Capacity for Liquids
Minimum Cooling System - Engine Only5.5gal (US)
Dimensions
Length54.0in
Width37.0in
Height48.0in
Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Single turbocharger, mid-mounted, inlet 152.4 mm (6 in), hose connection

Control System

  • Electronic governing, PTO speed control
  • Programmable ratings
  • Cold mode start strategy
  • Automatic altitude compensation
  • Power compensation for fuel temperature
  • Programmable low and high idle and TEL
  • Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
  • Engine monitoring and protection system (speed, temperature, pressure)
  • J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic, engine status, and control)

Cooling System

  • Thermostats and housing — outlet vertical
  • Jacket water pump — gear-driven, centrifugal, RH
  • RH front water pump inlet
  • All plugs/fittings are STOR for lines gp water

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold — dry
  • Front turbo exhaust
  • Full marmon connection, maximum load 10 kg for direct connection to turbo

Flywheels and Flywheel Housings

  • See Mandatory Options

Fuel System

  • MEUI system
  • Fuel filter, secondary, mid-mount (LH 2 micron high performance)
  • Fuel transfer pump, LH front
  • Fuel priming pump, LH mid-mount
  • Fuel sample valve, mounted on fuel filter base

Lube System

  • Crankcase breather — rear valve cover
  • Oil cooler — RH
  • Oil filter — RH
  • Oil pan — front sump
  • Oil filler — LH front
  • Oil dipstick — LH front
  • Oil pump
  • Oil valve sampling — on oil filter base

Mounting System

  • Front support (shipping only)

Power Take-Offs

  • Crankshaft pulley, 203.2 mm (8 in), 3 grooves 292.1 mm (11.5 in) 1 groove, all 15.9 mm (.63 in) width
  • Hydraulic pump drive, SAE A, 11 tooth

General

  • Vibration damper
  • Paint — Cat yellow
  • Lifting eyes
  • Automatic variable timing, electronic
  • Electronic installation kit 70-pin connector (connectors, pins, sockets)
  • Literature group owner and operator

Mandatory Options

  • Throttle position sensor
  • Exhaust system — front or rear
  • Flywheel housing or rear PTO
  • Primary filter/water separator
Optional Equipment

Transmission Arrangement

  • Transmission cooler
  • Tool set

Air Compressor

  • Air chambers
  • Air compressor governor

Air Inlet System

  • Air cleaners
  • Precleaners
  • Air lines
  • Air inlet gasket

Charging System

  • Charging alternators
  • Alternator mountings
  • Alternator wiring
  • Circuit breaker mountings
  • Alternator belt guard

Cooling System

  • Radiator — installed
  • Radiator — ship loose
  • Fan drive f/u/w Caterpillar installed radiator
  • Fan drives for customer-supplied radiators
  • Fan height instructions
  • Vee belts for customer-supplied radiators
  • Aftercooler lines f/u/w Caterpillar installed radiator
  • Rear-facing exhaust
  • Aftercooler lines
  • Suction fan adapters — attaches fan to fan pulley
  • Blower fan adapter — attaches fan to fan pulley
  • Blower fan
  • Suction fan
  • Fan belt tightener
  • Coolant level sensor
  • Dry charge coolant conditioners
  • Dry charge coolant conditioner element

Exhaust System

  • Turbo exhaust connection
  • Flexible fitting
  • Elbows
  • Flanges
  • Dry elbow