C3.6

Cat® C3.6 Industrial Diesel Engine

The Cat C3.6 LRC Industrial Diesel Engines offer the perfect balance of compact size, reliability, and performance. This engine is offered in ratings ranging up to 90 bkW (121 bhp) @ 2400 rpm. The C3.6 is designed to meet the needs of many industries and applications, including agricultural tractors, aircraft ground support, bore/drill rigs, chippers/grinders, compactors/rollers, compressors, forestry, irrigation equipment, material handling, mining, earthmoving equipment, paving equipment, pumps, fruit harvesters equipment, turf and underground mining equipment.

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Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Powermeasurement121hp90kW
Maximum Torquemeasurement369lb-ft @ 1500 rpm500Nm @ 1500 rpm
Rated Speedtext2200-2400 rpm

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Features & Benefits

Emissions
Meets China Nonroad Stage III Emission Standards, U.S. EPA Tier 3 Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards (Not Currently EPA Certified). Note: Not for sale in the U.S. (not certfied to current EPA emissions standards), EU Stage IIIA Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards (Non-Current for EU). Note: Not for sale in the EU (does not meet current emissions standards)
Reliable, Quiet and Durable Power
World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven technologies and extensive field validation assure reliability and durability in tough nonroad applications.
High Performance
Leading edge fuel systems and turbocharging provide high torque even at lower engine speeds
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.
Low Cost Maintenance
Worldwide service delivers ease of maintenance and simplifies the servicing routine. Capable of optimal oil change intervals of 500 hours. The S•O•S℠ program is available from your Cat dealer to determine oil change intervals and provide optimal performance.
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 SOS℠ 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 Powermeasurement121hp90kW
Maximum Torquemeasurement369lb-ft @ 1500 rpm500Nm @ 1500 rpm
Rated Speedtext2200-2400 rpm
Minimum Powermeasurement74hp55kW
EmissionstextUN ECE R96 Stage IIIA, Brazil MAR-1
Engine ConfigurationtextInline 4, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Boremeasurement3.9in98mm
Strokemeasurement4.7in120mm
Displacementmeasurement220in³3.6l
Compression Ratiotext17.0:1
AspirationtextTurbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Combustion SystemtextDirect Injection
Rotation from Flywheel EndtextCounterclockwise
Aftertreatmenttext-
Lengthmeasurement26.3in667mm
Widthmeasurement22.2in564mm
Heightmeasurement31in787mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachmentsmeasurement840lb381kg

Standard Equipment

Control System

  • Starter motor (12V or 24V)
  • Alternator (12V or 24V)
  • Electronic Control Unit (chassis mounted)
  • Engine control sensors and robust wiring harness
  • Data interface via CANbus J1939

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

  • Flywheel housings - SAE 3 or SAE 4
  • Choice of flywheel to match industry common hydraulic pumps and transmissions
  • Side PTO with SAE A or SAE B interface

Fuel System

  • Fuel filter - preconnected but chassis mounted
  • With water sensor

Lube System

  • Lubricating oil filters
  • High incline oil pan - 35 degrees continuous in all directions

General

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

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