C13

Cat® C13 Industrial Diesel Engine

The Cat® C13 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in ratings ranging from 287-400 kW (385-536 hp). These ratings meet China Nonroad Stage III, Brazil MAR-1, and UN R96 Stage IIIA emission standards and UN R120 performance standards for measurement of net power and specific fuel consumption.

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Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Powermeasurement536hp400kW
Maximum Torquemeasurement1735lb-ft @ 1400 rpm2353Nm @ 1400 rpm
Rated Speedtext1800-2100 rpm

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C13 LRC industrial spec sheet

C13 LRC industrial spec sheet

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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.
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
Exceptional power density enables standardization across numerous applications. Multiple installation options minimize total package size. Ideal for equipment with narrow engine compartments.
Quality
Every Cat engine is manufactured to stringent quality standards in order to assure customer satisfaction.
World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network
  • Scheduled maintenance, including SOSSM sample
  • Customer 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 Powermeasurement536hp400kW
Maximum Torquemeasurement1735lb-ft @ 1400 rpm2353Nm @ 1400 rpm
Rated Speedtext1800-2100 rpm
Minimum Powermeasurement385hp287kW
EmissionstextChina Nonroad Stage III, Brazil MAR-1, UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA, U.S. EPA Tier 3
Engine ConfigurationtextInline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Boremeasurement5.1in130mm
Strokemeasurement6.2in157mm
Displacementmeasurement762.8in³12.5l
Compression Ratiotext17.3:1 or 15.8:1
AspirationtextTurbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Combustion SystemtextDirect Injection
Rotation from Flywheel EndtextCounterclockwise
Aftertreatmenttext-
Lengthmeasurement51in1295mm
Widthmeasurement41in1054mm
Heightmeasurement47in1186mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachmentsmeasurement2509lb1138kg

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Turbocharged
  • Air-to-Air Aftercooled

Control System

  • Electronic governing, PTO speed control
  • Programmable ratings
  • Automatic altitude compensation
  • Power compensation for fuel temperature
  • Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit
  • Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
  • Engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control
  • ADEM™ A4 Electronic Control Unit (ECU)

Cooling System

  • Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
  • Jacket water pump, centrifugal
  • Water pump, inlet

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold, dry
  • Optional exhaust outlet

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

  • SAE No. 1 flywheel housing

Fuel System

  • MEUI injection
  • Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron)
  • Fuel filter, tertiary (2 micron)
  • ACERT™ Technology
  • Fuel transfer pump
  • Fuel priming pump

Lube System

  • Crankcase breather
  • Oil cooler
  • Oil filler
  • Lube oil filter
  • Front sump oil pan
  • Oil dipstick
  • Gear driven oil pump

General

  • Vibration damper
  • Lifting eyes
  • Cold start capability to -20° C (-4° F)
  • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request

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