3606 (50 Hz)

3606 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

Producing reliable power from 2200 to 2688 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3606 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set is certified for low fuel consumption.

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Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Ratingtext2688 kVA
Minimum Ratingtext1775 kVA
Emissions/Fuel StrategytextLow Fuel Consumption

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Documents & Spec Sheets

Electric Power Ratings Guide

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3606, 50 Hz, 2150 ekW Standby, 1940 ekW Prime, 1760 ekW Cont., Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet

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2425 kVA: 3606 Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet

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Features & Benefits

Cat Diesel Engine
  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight
SR5 Alternator
  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
  • High Efficiency
Worldwide Product Support
  • Cat dealers provide extensive post-sale support including maintenance and repair agreements. Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Caterpillar S��?�O��?�S��?��?��? program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products
Full Range of Attachments
  • Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments, factory designed and tested Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation

Complete Specifications

Generator Set Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Ratingtext2688 kVA
Minimum Ratingtext1775 kVA
Emissions/Fuel StrategytextLow Fuel Consumption
Frequencytext50 Hz
Speedtext750 & 1000 rpm
Duty CycletextContinuous
Engine Modeltext3606 I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Boremeasurement11in280mm
Strokemeasurement11.8in300mm
Displacementmeasurement6762in³111l
Compression Ratiotext13:01
AspirationtextTA
Fuel SystemtextDirect unit injection
Governor TypetextGenerator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Length - Maximummeasurement404in10261.7mm
Width - Maximummeasurement99.62in2530.3mm
Height - Maximummeasurement156.6in3977.7mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)measurement74970lb34070kg

Standard Equipment

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Air Inlet System

  • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
  • Air inlet shutoff
  • Turbocharger, watercooled (750 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)

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Cooling System

  • Water temperature regulator
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Jacket water thermostats

Exhaust System

  • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting

Fuel System

  • Simplex or duplex

Generator System

  • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer

Governor System

  • UG Actuator

Lube System

  • Oil pressure regulating valve
  • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff

Mounting System

  • Damper, torsional vibration
  • Engine and generator mounting

Starting / Charging System

  • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
  • Vane type air starter
  • Air silencer
  • Line group for single point custom connection

General:

  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water

Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Boost control valve
  • Soot filter
  • Heavy duty air cleaner
  • Air inlet adapter
  • Vertical support bracket
  • Air cleaner louver assembly
  • Air cleaner

Cooling System

  • Expansion tank
  • Auxiliary water pump
  • Cooling system aids
  • Heating aids

Exhaust System

  • Weld flange and related hardware
  • Flexible exhaust fittings

Fuel System

  • Fuel system connections
  • Duplex primary fuel strainer
  • Fuel priming pump

Generator System

  • Class F insulation
  • 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
  • Anti-condensation space heaters
  • Winding temperature detectors
  • Busbar connections

Governor System

  • Electronic/actuators
  • Digital programmers
  • 2301 A load share
  • EGB actuator
  • Battery backup/power supply
  • 723 Plus

Lube System

  • Oil pan drain valve
  • Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)

Mounting System

  • Non-vertically restrained
  • Spring type vibration isolators
  • Vertically restrained
  • Isolator

Starting / Charging System

  • Compressed air flex hose
  • Pressure reducing valve

General:

  • Custom paint colors

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