Marine Propulsion Engines

3500C
the sophistication
of simplicity

More available power over a wider True technical sophistication

operating range Delivers ease of maintenance and assembly/disassembly without
the need for expensive processes or tools.
High power density for continuous applications with A and B
ratings at 1200, 1600, and 1800 rpm.

More sophisticated electronic Meets EPA Tier 2 Marine,

control system EU Stage IIIA and IMO
Provides improved engine monitoring, communication, and emissions regulations
display capabilities. Results in easier integration with your
vessel’s systems.

More flexible cooling system New Diesel

options Electric Propulsion
Separate Circuit Cooling for optimum cooling capabilities. Keel
ratings available
cooled options are designed for high inlet water temperatures, 2250 ekW 3516-HD @ 60Hz
minimizing cooler size and installation costs. 2000 ekW 3516-HD @ 60Hz

Durable and reliable

The 3500 engine platform is a simple and proven design providing
industry-leading reliability and durability.
 When Caterpillar says it’s a continuous rating,
that means you can haul a drill rig from Seattle.
to Singapore at full throttle and full power.

More power with lower emissions Outstanding fuel efficiency and lube
for your applications oil consumption
Unrestricted Continuous A ratings of up to
2450 bhp (1825 bkW) providing 4900 bhp (3650 bkW) for
applications with twin engines.
Standard or reverse rotation
Heavy Duty B ratings of up to 3005 bhp (2240 bkW) providing
options available
6010 bhp (4480 bkW) for applications with twin engines.

Maximum Continuous C ratings of up to 3150 bhp (2350 bkW) Long maintenance intervals
providing 6300 bhp (4700 bkW) for applications with twin engines.

Intermittent Duty D ratings of up to 3385 bhp

(2525 bkW) providing 6770 bhp (5050 bkW) for applications with
Worldwide parts and service
twin engines. availability

3500C
3500C Engine Features
Improved performance and increased functionality

ADEM™ A3 Electronic Engine-Mounted Marine Power Display

Control Unit (ECU) Instrument Panel (MPD)
• One of the most advanced electronic • Integrated MPD display for quick • Graphic display of engine operating
control systems available for Cat® response and effective local control parameters in analog, digital, or bar-
marine engines • Optional local speed control chart format
• Faster, with more memory capability • Optional individual cylinder exhaust • Rugged, weatherproof construction
• Compatible with several optional display temperature scanner with data link for • Fully user-configured display screens
systems remote mounting • Marine classification society-type
• Does not require fuel cooling • Local E-stop, warning indicators, horn approved
• Enhanced input/output capacity • Plug & Run connections allow mounting • Diagnostic messages and alarms
• Rugged marine design and IP66 on port or starboard side of engine • Three-tier prioritization of events and
connectors diagnostics
• Award-winning circuitry design • Multilingual capability
• Night-mode LCD display
• ISO symbols for parameter identification

Caterpillar® ACERT® Technology

• 3500C is the first marine large engine model to incorporate the
building blocks of ACERT® Technology.
• ACERT Technology is the key enabler that allows us to meet
current emissions regulations.

Caterpillar® ACERT® Technology uses advanced computer modeling to

optimize the combustion process within the piston crater.
Modular Pulse Exhaust Rigid Wiring Harness Power Distribution Box
Manifold • Highly durable: long service life • Isolates “control power” from
• Flexibility for custom wire additions alternator/starter/jacket water heater
• Modular pulse-type exhaust system
power
designed to conserve exhaust pulse • Lined with fire retardant foam
energy for maximum thermal efficiency • Mountable off engine
• Marine classification society approved
at the turbochargers • Allows end user to choose up to three
• Highly efficient inlet and exhaust air flow independent power sources
Wastegate for • Has built-in circuit breakers and

High Capacity, High 16-cylinder High switches for easy troubleshooting

Efficiency Turbos Power Ratings

• Provides excellent acceleration at low
Marine Classification
• Standard marine twin turbocharger
configuration
and medium speeds Society Approval
• Optimizes fuel consumption near cruise
• More reserve power for superior part ABS / DNV / LR / GL / CCS / BV
load performance at continuous ratings
• Turbos tuned for high power and
excellent fuel consumption
3500C Engine Features

Electronic Features Unit Injectors Engine Mounting

• 3D histogram data collection • Caterpillar designed and built system System
• Load feedback signal for CPP operation • “Drop-in” installation • Rigid mounting points
• Electronic torque limit for re-power and • No threaded fuel connections • Optional resilient mounting
torque limited application equipment • High pressure fuel contained inside the
• Programmable droop injector
• Adjustable governor gains • Does not require double wall lines or
In-Hull Overhaul
• Condition-based maintenance leak collection devices • Easily removable side covers

• Monitoring features • Accessible bearing caps

• Serial data bus communications Power Take-off

• Primary and secondary A3 controllers • Power take-off adapters available
on all propulsion engines
• Auxiliary drives for power take-offs for
hydraulic pumps and compressors
Cat® Pilot House
Panels Engine-Mounted
• Cat pilot house panels with integrated Gear-Driven Pumps
Marine Power Display (MPD)
• Standard engine-mounted
• Easily connected to the engine
aftercooler pump
customer connector
• Standard engine-mounted jacket
• Ability to have full function helm panels
water pump
and reduced function wing panels
• Optional engine-mounted, gear-driven,
super high capacity sea water pump
 Technical Data

3500C Specifications 3500C Dimensions

Bore — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170.0 (6.69)
Stroke — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190, 215 (7.48, 8.46)
Rated Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200, 1600, 1800 rpm
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twin Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Governor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heat Exchanger or Keel Cooled
Rotation (from flywheel end) . . Clockwise or Counterclockwise

3516C Specifications 3516C

Length — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3083.7-3185.5 (121.5-125.5)
Displacement — L (cu in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69-78 (4,210-4,766) Width — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2036.9-2142.1 (80.2-84.4)
Flywheel & Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAE No. 00 Height — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1967.0-2149.8 (77.5-85.0)
Refill Capacity — L (gal)
Cooling System (engine only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233.2 (61.6) 3512C
Lube Oil System Length — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2564.6-2645.4 (101.0-104.2)
A-C Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 807 (213.0) Width — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2036.9-2142.1 (80.3-84.4)
D Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 (53) Height — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1947.4-2134.1 (76.7-84.1)
Oil Change Interval (deep sump) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 hours 3508C
Length — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2117.3 (83.4)
3512C Specifications Width — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1703 (67.1)
Height — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1828.9 (72.1)
Displacement — L (cu in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51.8-58.6 (3,161-3,576)
Flywheel & Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAE No. 00 M ARINE PROPUL SION ratings
Refill Capacity — L (gal)
Model Rating rpm Power (bhp) POWER (kW
Cooling System (engine only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156.8 (41.4)
Lube Oil System 3508C A/B/C 1200 775/850/900 578/634/671
A-C Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 625 (165.0) 3508C A/B/C 1600 1000/1050/1100 746/783/820
D Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 (40) 3512C-HD A/B/C 1600 1810/1911/2012 1350/1425/1500
Oil Change Interval (deep sump) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 hours 3512C A/B/C 1800 1500/1575/1650 1120/1175/1230
3512C-HD B/C/D 1800 2250/2365/2550 1678/1765/1901
3508C Specifications 3516C A/B/C 1600 2000/2100/2200 1491/1566/1640
3516C-HD A/B/C 1600 2450/2575/2682 1825/1920/2000
Displacement — L (cu in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.5 (2,107)
3516C-HD B/C/D 1800 3005/3250/3385 2240/2350/2525
Flywheel & Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAE No. 0
Refill Capacity — L (gal)
Cooling System (engine only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 (27.1) diesel elect ric propulsion rati ng s
Lube Oil System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 (117.0)
Model Rating rpm Power (ekW)
Oil Change Interval (deep sump) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 hours
3516C-HD DEP 1800 2000/2250
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