C7.1

Cat® C7.1 Diesel Engine

Demanding conditions, applications and environments make Cat® C7.1 Industrial Diesel Engines in this power range the perfect solution for your severe duty equipment. With decades of diesel engine innovation and expertise behind these engines, they deliver the low operating costs and legendary Cat reliability and durability that give you a powerful advantage. More importantly, they're backed by the world-class Cat dealer network ready to service and support every Cat industrial engine. Industries and applications powered by C7.1 engines include: Agriculture, Ag Tractors, Aircraft Ground Support, Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers/Grinders, Combines/Harvesters, Compactors/Rollers, Compressors, Construction, Cranes, Crushers, Feller Bunchers, Forestry, Forklifts, General Industrial, Hydraulic Power Units, Irrigation Equipment, Loaders/Forwarders, Material Handling, Mining, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Mobile Sweepers, Paving Equipment, Pumps, Skidders, Specialty Ag Equipment, Sprayers, Trenchers and Underground Mining Equipment. C7.1 engines, with ratings: 105-162 bkW (140-220 lb) @ 1950-2200 rpm, meet China Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent, EU Stage II equivalent emission standards. They are available in China and non-regulated areas.

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NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Powermeasurement217hp162kW
Maximum Torquemeasurement663lb-ft @ 1400 rpm900Nm @ 1400 rpm
Rated Speedtext1950-2200 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
Series turbocharging with smart wastegate available on specific ratings for fast response, high power, and increased torque.
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel consumption optimized to match operating cycles of a wide range of equipment and applications while maintaining low operating costs.
Fuel & Oil
Tier 4 Interim or Tier 4 Final, Stage IIIB or Stage IV engines require Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel containing a maximum of 15 ppm sulfur, and new oil formulations to support the new technology. Cat® engines are designed to accommodate B20 biofuel. Your Cat dealer can provide more information regarding fuel and oil.
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.
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

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Power Rating

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Powermeasurement217hp162kW
Maximum Torquemeasurement663lb-ft @ 1400 rpm900Nm @ 1400 rpm
Rated Speedtext1950-2200 rpm
Minimum Powermeasurement150hp112kW
EmissionstextChina Nonroad Stage III, UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA
Engine ConfigurationtextInline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle
Boremeasurement4.1in105mm
Strokemeasurement5.3in135mm
Displacementmeasurement427.7in³7.01l
Compression Ratiotext18.2:1
AspirationtextTurbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Combustion SystemtextDirect Injection
Rotation from Flywheel EndtextCounterclockwise
Aftertreatmenttext-
Lengthmeasurement44.9in1140mm
Widthmeasurement28.4in720mm
Heightmeasurement32.3in820mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachmentsmeasurement1118lb507kg

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet

  • Standard air cleaners

Cooling System

  • Top tank temperature 108°C (226°F) as standard to minimize cooling pack size, 50:50 water glycol mix, detailed guidance on cooling system design and validation available to ensure machine reliability

Exhaust System

  • Diesel particulate filter and regeneration system supplied, with a range of inlet and outlet options

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

  • Wide choice of drivetrain interfaces, including SAE1, SAE2 or SAE3 configurations

Lube System

  • Wide choice of sumps for different applications

Power Take Off

  • SAE A or SAE B flanges on left-hand side. Right- hand side twin PTO also available. Engine power can also be taken from the front of the engine on some applications, factory fitted compressors are also available.

General

  • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request

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