C15 ACERT™
C15 ACERT Tier 4 Interim / EU Stage IIIB
DESCRIPTION
Cat C15 ACERT engines are the ideal solution for your demanding operations in the oilfield. Decades of field operation and intense research and development allow Cat C15 ACERT engines to deliver excellent performance with low operating costs while meeting tight environmental requirements.This is an ideal engine for applications that require Tier 4 Interim or EU Stage IIIB emissions certifications in land mechanical drilling applications such as mud pump drives. Cat engines are backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty. Cat C15 ACERT Diesel Engine. Ratings: 429-597 bkW (575-800 bhp) @ 1800-2000 rpm meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim, EU Stage IIIB emission standards.Emissions
- Designed to meet 2011 U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage IIIB emissions requirements. - On-engine NOx reduction system with optimized piston, ring, liner, and fuel system configuration to reduce NOx while minimizing in-cylinder sooting- Aftertreatment features Clean Emissions Module, including: diesel oxidation catalyst, diesel particulate filter- Future Tier 4 Final technology solution designed to fit into current standard aftertreatment envelope, eliminating the need to redesign your installation
Engine Design
- Proven reliability and durability of engine and aftertreatment- Broad operating speed range- High power density- PTO drive options provide flexible access to auxiliary power for pumps and other needs
Low Total Cost of Ownership
- Optimized fuel consumption- Minimum 5000-hour diesel particulate filter ash service interval and 250- to 500-hour oil change intervals enable low maintenance costs
Advanced Digital Engine Management
ADEM A4 control system providing integrated ignition, speed governing, protection, and controls, including detonationsensitive variable ignition timing. ADEM A4 has improved: user interface, display system, shutdown controls, and system diagnostics.
Power Units
Engine available with factory packaged features including:- Aftertreatment- Base- Radiator- Transmission
Custom Packaging
For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your exact needs with a factory custom package. Cat® engines, generators, enclosures, controls, radiators, transmissions, aftertreatment solutions — anything your project requires — can be custom designed and matched to create a one-of-a kind solution. Custom packages are globally supported and are covered by a one-year warranty after startup.
Fuel & Oil
Requires Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) containing a maximum of 15 ppm sulfur, and new oil formulations to support the new technology. Designed to accommodate B20 biofuel.
Optional Attachments
- Engine-Mounted Transmission Oil Cooler — integration with engine cooling system allows ease of installation and a tighter overall engine package- Engine Brakes — braking capabilities for mobile applications
Transmissions
- Caterpillar has a full line of engine-transmission packages that can be fully integrated with your axle, hydraulics, and operator interface.- C15 ACERT™ Cat optimized transmission matches: TH35-E81, CX31-P600, CX35-P800
Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network
- More than 2,200 dealer outlets- Cat factory-trained dealer technicians service every aspect of your petroleum engine- Cat parts and labor warrantyPreventive maintenance agreements available for repair-beforefailure optionsS•O•SSM program matches your oil and coolant samples against Caterpillar set standards to determine:- Internal engine component condition- Presence of unwanted fluids- Presence of combustion by-products- Site-specific oil change interval
Over 80 Years of Engine Manufacturing Experience
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products.- Cast engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and flywheel housings- Machine critical components- Assemble complete engine
Web Site
For all your petroleum power requirements, visit www.cat.com/oilandgas.
- Standard Equipment
- Optional Equipment
- Specs
- Docs
Standard Equipment
- Air Inlet System
- Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
- 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 outlet thermostat housing, centrifugal water pump, guidance on cooling system design available to ensure machine reliability
- Exhaust System
- Clean Emissions Module (CEM) that includes Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC), and Cat Regeneration System, optional exhaust outlet
- Flywheels and Flywheel Housing
- SAE 0 and SAE 1 flywheel housing
- 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, oil filter, oil dipstick, oil pump (gear driven), choice of sumps (front, rear, shallow)
- Power Take Off
- SAE A, SAE B, SAE C drives available, engine power can also be taken from the front of the engine on some applications
- General
- Paint: Cat yellow; vibration damper; lifting eyes
Optional Equipment
- Engine-Mounted Transmission Oil Cooler
- integration with engine cooling system allows ease of installation and a tighter overall engine package
- Engine Brakes
- braking capabilities for mobile applications
Specs
Overview
Engine Specifications
Capacity for Liquids
Dimensions
SEE HOW C15 ACERT™ COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Minimum Rating
- 475 BHP / 429 bkW
- Emissions
- U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V
- Maximum Rating
- 581 BHP / 597 bkW
- Bore
- 5.4 in / 137 mm
- Stroke
- 6.7 in / 171 mm
- Rated Speed
- 2000 r/min / 1800 r/min
- Aspiration
- Turbocharged-Aftercooled
- Governor and Protection
- ADEM A4
- Engine Weight - Net Dry
- 2976 lb / 1350 kg
- Oil Change Interval
- 250 - 500
- Rotation from Flywheel End
- Counterclockwise
- Flywheel and Flywheel Housing
- SAE No. 1
- Flywheel Teeth
- 113
- Displacement
- 928 in³ / 15.2 l
- Minimum Cooling System - Engine Only
- 5 gal (US) / 18.7 l
- Length
- 60.2 in / 1530 mm
- Width
- 37.8 in / 961 mm
- Height
- 51 in / 1282 mm
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Minimum Rating
- 1649 BHP / 1230 bkW
- Emissions
- Non-certified
- Maximum Rating
- 1649 BHP / 1230 bkW
- Bore
- 6.69 in / 170 mm
- Stroke
- 7.48 in / 190 mm
- Rated Speed
- 1200 r/min / 1200 r/min
- Aspiration
- Turbocharged-Aftercooled
- Governor and Protection
- W3161
- Engine Weight - Net Dry
- 19090 lb / 8659 kg
- Oil Change Interval
- 500
- Rotation from Flywheel End
- Counterclockwise
- Flywheel and Flywheel Housing
- SAE No. 00
- Flywheel Teeth
- 183
- Displacement
- 4210 in³ / 69 l
- Minimum Cooling System - Engine Only
- 61.5 gal (US) / 233 l
- Length
- 128 in / 3251 mm
- Width
- 67 in / 1701 mm
- Height
- 78.9 in / 2004 mm
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Minimum Rating
- 440 BHP / 328 bkW
- Emissions
- EPA and CARB Non-Road Mobile Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA
- Maximum Rating
- 595 BHP / 444 bkW
- Bore
- 5.4 in / 137 mm
- Stroke
- 6.75 in / 171 mm
- Rated Speed
- 2100 r/min / 1800 r/min
- Aspiration
- Turbocharged-Aftercooled
- Governor and Protection
- ADEM A3
- Engine Weight - Net Dry
- 2743 lb / 1245 kg
- Oil Change Interval
- 250
- Rotation from Flywheel End
- Counterclockwise
- Flywheel and Flywheel Housing
- SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1
- Flywheel Teeth
- 136 (SAE 0), 113 (SAE 1)
- Displacement
- 928 in³ / 15.2 l
- Minimum Cooling System - Engine Only
- 5.5 gal (US) / 20.8 l
- Length
- 54 in / 1377 mm
- Width
- 37 in / 927 mm
- Height
- 48 in / 1227 mm