C1.5

Cat® C1.5 Diesel Engine

Cat® C1.5 Industrial Diesel Engines deliver impressive performance throughout a wide speed range with exceptional power density. Their ultra-compact package size and extensive choice of options ensures these engines are ideal for a wide range of small, off road applications. Single-side servicing improves ease of maintenance and lowers overall owner operating costs.

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Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Powermeasurement24.6hp18.4kW
Maximum Torquemeasurement63.4lb-ft @ 1800 rpm86Nm @ 1800 rpm
Rated Speedtext2100 rpm

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Features & Benefits

Reliable, Quiet and Durable Power
World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven core engine designs assure reliability, quiet operation, and many hours of productive life.
High Performance
Substantial torque rise delivers impressive performance throughout a wide speed range while maintaining low operating costs.
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel consumption optimized to match operating cycles of a wide range of equipment and applications while maintaining low operating costs.
Broad Application Range
Industry leading range of factory configurable ratings and options for agricultural, material handling, construction, mining, aircraft ground support, and other industrial applications.
Package Size
Ultra-compact package size ensures ease of installation as well as exceptional power density.
World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network
  • Scheduled maintenance, including SOSSM sample
  • Cutsomer Support Agreements (CSA)
  • Caterpillar Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
  • Superior dealer service network
  • Extended dealer service network through the Cat Industrial Service Distributor (ISD) program

Complete Specifications

Power Rating

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Powermeasurement24.6hp18.4kW
Maximum Torquemeasurement63.4lb-ft @ 1800 rpm86Nm @ 1800 rpm
Rated Speedtext2100 rpm
Minimum Powermeasurement24.6hp18.4kW
EmissionstextU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final
Engine ConfigurationtextIn-Line 3
Boremeasurement3.3in84mm
Strokemeasurement3.5in90mm
Displacementmeasurement91in³1.496l
Compression Ratiotext22.5:1
AspirationtextNaturally Aspirated (NA)
Combustion SystemtextIndirect Injection
Rotation from Flywheel EndtextCounterclockwise
Aftertreatmenttext-
Lengthmeasurement22.5in572mm
Widthmeasurement17.9in453mm
Heightmeasurement25.3in643mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachmentsmeasurement328lb149kg

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Inlet manifold with choice of inlets.

Control System

  • Alternator 12 volt 65 amp
  • Starter motor 12 volt
  • Glow plug starting aid
  • Tier 4 Final: Alternator 12V 85 amp

Cooling System

  • Belt-driven coolant pump
  • Coolant temperature switch
  • Choice of cooling fans

Flywheel & Flywheel Housing

  • Naturally Aspirated: SAE No. 7 1/2 flywheel
  • Naturally Aspirated: Choice of SAE No. 4 or standard backplate flywheel housing

Fuel System

  • Fuel injection pump
  • Spin-on fuel filter
  • Electronic Shut-off Solenoid (ESOS)

Lube System

  • Alternative oil fillers
  • Spin-on lube oil filter
  • Lube oil pressure switch
  • Lube oil sump

Power Take Off (PTO)

  • Provision for Power Take Off (PTO)

General

  • Cast iron, engine block
  • Cast iron exhaust manifold--side outlet
  • Cold start capability to -20° C (-4° F)
  • Gradeability 35° continuous

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