C27 ACERT™

C27 ACERT Land Mechanical Drilling Engine

Cat C27 ACERT engines are the ideal solution for your demanding operations in the oilfield. Decades of field operation and intense research and development allow Cat C27 ACERT engines to deliver excellent performance with low operating costs and emissions. This is an ideal engine for land mechanical drilling applications such as mud pump drives. Cat engines are backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty. Cat C27 ACERT Diesel Engine. Ratings: 597-858 bkW (800-1150 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm meet U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent emission standards.

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NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Ratingmeasurement1150BHP858.0bkW
EmissionstextU.S. EPA Non-road Tier 2
Displacementmeasurement1658.0in³27.2l

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C27 ACERT 596-782 BKW (800-1050 BHP) 2100 RPM

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Features & Benefits

Custom Packaging
For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your project needs with custom factory generator sets and mechanical packages. Cat engines, generators, controls, radiators, and transmissions can be custom designed and matched in collaboration with our local dealers to create unique solutions. Custom packages are globally supported and are covered by a one year warranty after startup.
Custom Packaging
For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your project needs with custom factory generator sets and mechanical packages. Cat engines, generators, controls, radiators, and transmissions can be custom designed and matched in collaboration with our local dealers to create unique solutions. Custom packages are globally supported and are covered by a one year warranty after startup.
Transmissions
Caterpillar has a full line of engine-transmission packages that can be fully integrated with your axle, hydraulics, and operator interface. Cat transmissions deliver continuous operation under full load, smooth shifting at any speed, and maximum up time, with unmatched durability and easy maintenance
Full Range of Attachments
Large variety of factory-installed engine attachments reduces packaging time
Testing
Every engine is full-load tested to ensure proper engine performance.
Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer
- More than 2,200 dealer outlets - Cat factory-trained dealer technicians service every aspect of your petroleum engine - Cat parts and labor warranty - Preventive maintenance agreements available for repairbefore-failure options - S•O•SSM program matches your oil and coolant samples against Caterpillar set standards to determine: - Internal engine component condition - Presence of unwanted fluids - Presence of combustion by-products - Site-specific oil change interval
Over 80 Years of Engine Manufacturing Experience
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products.
Over 80 Years of Engine Manufacturing Experience
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products.
Web Site
For all your petroleum power requirements, visit www.cat.com/oilandgas

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Engine Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Maximum Ratingmeasurement1150BHP858.0bkW
EmissionstextU.S. EPA Non-road Tier 2
Displacementmeasurement1658.0in³27.2l
Minimum Ratingmeasurement800.0BHP597.0bkW
Boremeasurement5.42in137.7mm
Strokemeasurement6.0in152.4mm
AspirationtextTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Governor and ProtectiontextADEM A3
Engine Weight - Net Drymeasurement6382.0lb2895.0kg
Oil Change Intervaltext250
Rotation from Flywheel EndtextCounterclockwise
Flywheel and Flywheel HousingtextSAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1
Flywheel Teethtext136 (SAE 0), 113 (SAE 1)
Minimum Cooling System - Engine Onlymeasurement14.5gal (US)54.9l
Lengthmeasurement75.5in1918.0mm
Widthmeasurement57.6in1463.0mm
Heightmeasurement52.0in1321.0mm

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Dual turbochargers side or rear mounted — inlet 152.4 mm (6 in.) hose connection

Control System

  • Electronic governing, PTO speed control
  • Programmable ratings
  • Cold mode start strategy
  • Automatic altitude compensation
  • Power compensation for fuel temperature
  • Programmable low and high idle and TEL
  • Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
  • Engine monitoring and protection system (speed, temperature, pressure)
  • J1939 Broadcast (diagnostic, engine status, and control)

Cooling System

  • Thermostats and housing — outlet LH vertical orientation
  • Jacket water pump — gear-driven, centrifugal RH

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold — dry, heat shields
  • Dual turbo — rear turbo exhaust, full marmon connection 127 mm (5 in.), maximum load 10 kg for direct
  • Water-cooled center sections

Flywheels and Flywheel Housings

  • SAE No. 0 or SAE No. 1
  • SAE standard rotation

Fuel System

  • MEUI system
  • Fuel filter, RH ( 2 micron high performance)
  • Fuel transfer pump
  • Fuel priming pump (optional electric priming pump)

Lube System

  • Crankcase breather — rear mounted
  • Oil cooler — RH
  • Side turbo — oil filler in RH front gear case
  • Rear turbo — oil filler in RH valve cover
  • Oil level gauge — RH
  • Oil filter — RH
  • Oil pan rear sump

Mounting System

  • Front support — narrow

Power Take-Offs

  • Crankshaft pulley — 203.2 mm (8 in), 5 grooves 15.9 mm (.63 in) wide; 292.1 mm (11.5 in.) 1 groove 15.9 mm (.63 in.) wide

General

  • Vibration damper
  • Paint — Cat yellow
  • Lifting eyes
  • Automatic variable timing, electronic
  • Electronic installation kit 70-pin connector (connectors, pins, sockets)

Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Air lines
  • Air cleaners
  • Precleaners

Charging System

  • Battery chargers
  • Charging alternators
  • Alternator mountings

Circuit Breakers

  • Circuit breaker mounting

Cooling System

  • Blower fans
  • Suction fans
  • Radiators

Exhaust System

  • Muffler

Fuel Systems

  • Electric fuel priming pump

Instrumentation

  • Gauges and instrument panels

Lube System

  • Lubricating oil
  • Oil pan
  • Oil filter

Mounting System

  • Engine supports

Power Take-Offs

  • Hydraulic pump drives
  • Pulley
  • Auxiliary drive

Starting System

  • Electric starting motor
  • Battery sets - 24V
  • Battery cable
  • Battery rack
  • Starting aids

Packaging

  • Overseas preservation
  • Storage preservation
  • Export packaging

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