Cat C18 ACERT engines are the ideal solution for your demanding operations in the oilfield. Decades of field operation and intense research and development allow Cat C18 ACERT engines to deliver excellent performance with low operating costs and emissions. Equipment powered by C18 ACERT engines include, pump skids, nitrogen units, acidizing units, cementing units, blenders, and hydraulic power units. Cat engines are backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty. C18 ACERT engines, with ratings: 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm, meet China Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent, EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards. Ratings: 570-597 bkW (765-800 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm meet U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent emission standards. Ratings below 560 bkW (751 bhp) are available using U.S. EPA and EU Flexibility, and for other global regulated and non-regulated areas. Ratings above 560 bkW (751 bhp are available using U.S. EPA Flexibility and for other global regulated and non-regulated areas. Engine Design
- Proven reliability and durability - Robust diesel strength design prolongs life and lowers owning and operating costs - Broad operating speed range - High power density — lightweight engine for weightsensitive applications - PTO drive options provide flexible access to auxiliary power for pumps and other needs Advanced Digital Engine Management
ADEM A3 control system providing integrated ignition, speed governing, protection, and controls, including detonation-sensitive variable ignition timing. ADEM A3 has improved: user interface, display system, shutdown controls, and system diagnostics. Optional Attachments
- Engine-Mounted Transmission Oil Cooler — integration with engine cooling system allows ease of installation and a tighter overall engine package - Engine Brakes — braking capabilities for mobile applications Custom Packaging
For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your exact needs with a factory custom package. Cat® engines, generators, enclosures, controls, radiators, transmissions — anything your project requires — can be custom designed and matched to create a one-of-a kind solution. 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 Over 80 Years of Engine Manufacturing Experience
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products. - Cast engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and flywheel housings - Machine critical components - Assemble complete engine Web Site
For all your petroleum power requirements, visit www.catoilandgasinfo
.com C18 ACERT™ (Dry Manifold) Standard Equipment Air Inlet System
Single turbocharger, mid-mounted, inlet 152.4 mm (6 in), hose connection
Dual turbocharger, front and rear inlet 127.0 mm (5 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 vertical
Jacket water pump — gear-driven, centrifuga
RH front water pump inlet
All plugs/fittings are STOR for lines gp water Exhaust System
Exhaust manifold — dry
Single turbo — front-facing turbo exhaust, full marmon connection, maximum load 10 kg for direct connection to turbo
Dual turbo — exhaust elbow, dry 203 mm (8 in) Flywheels and Flywheel Housings
See Mandatory Options Fuel System
Electronic unit injector
Fuel filter, secondary, mid-mount (LH 2 micron high performance)
Fuel transfer pump, LH front
Fuel priming pump, LH mid-mount
Fuel sample valve, mounted on fuel filter base. Lube System
Crankcase breather — rear valve cover
Oil cooler — RH (dual)
Oil filter — RH, LH
Oil pan — front sump
Oil dipstick — LH front
Oil pump Mounting System
Front support (shipping only) Power Take-Offs
Crankshaft pulley, 203.2 mm (8 in), 3 grooves 292.1 mm (11.5 in) 1 groove, all 15.9 mm (.63 in) width
Hydraulic pump drive, SAE A, 11-tooth General
Vibration damper
Paint — Cat yellow
Lifting eyes
Automatic variable timing, electronic
Electronic installation kit 70-pin connector (connectors, pins, sockets) Mandatory Options
Throttle position sensor
Single turbo only — exhaust system (front or rear)
Flywheel housing or rear PTO
Primary filter/water separator C18 ACERT™ (Dry Manifold) Optional Equipment Air Compressor
Air compressor governor
Expansion chambers Air Inlet System
Air cleaners
Air lines Charging System
Charging alternators
Alternator mountings
Alternator wiring
Circuit breakers and mountings
Alternator belt guard Cooling System
Radiator
Fan drive with radiator packages
Fan height instructions
Vee belts
Aftercooler lines with Caterpillar installed radiator
Single turbo configuration rear-facing exhaust
Single turbo configuration rear-facing exhaust
Aftercoooler lines
Suction fan adapters
Blower fan adapter
Blower fan
Suction fan
Fan belt
Coolant level sensor
Dry charge coolant conditioners Exhaust System
Turbo exhaust connection
Flexible fittings
Elbows, flange, clamp, pipes
Exhaust adapters
Manifold
Mufflers Fuel Systems
Flexible fuel lines
Fuel filter location
Fuel cooler
Water separator Instrumentation
Gauges and instrument panels Lube System
Oil pans
Drain and cover
Oil level gauge
Remote oil filters
Oil filters
Lubricating oils Mounting System
Structural steel base
Front and rear engine support Power Take-Offs
Rear enclosed clutches
Hydraulic pump drives
Hydraulics gear pumps
Clutch supports
Crankshaft pulleys Protection System
Air shutoff Starting System
Air starting motors
Air pressure regulator
Air silencer
Start switch
Electric starting motors — 12V, 24V
Battery sets – 24V
Battery cable and rack
Starting aids Transmission Arrangement
Transmission water lines
Cat C18 ACERT engines are the ideal solution for your demanding operations in the oilfield. Decades of field operation and intense research and development allow Cat C18 ACERT engines to deliver excellent performance with low operating costs and emissions. Equipment powered by C18 ACERT engines include, pump skids, nitrogen units, acidizing units, cementing units, blenders, and hydraulic power units. Cat engines are backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty. C18 ACERT engines, with ratings: 429-522 bkW (575-700 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm, meet China Stage II, U.S. EPA Tier 3 equivalent, EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards. Ratings: 570-597 bkW (765-800 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm meet U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent emission standards. Ratings below 560 bkW (751 bhp) are available using U.S. EPA and EU Flexibility, and for other global regulated and non-regulated areas. Ratings above 560 bkW (751 bhp are available using U.S. EPA Flexibility and for other global regulated and non-regulated areas.
Engine Design
- Proven reliability and durability - Robust diesel strength design prolongs life and lowers owning and operating costs - Broad operating speed range - High power density — lightweight engine for weightsensitive applications - PTO drive options provide flexible access to auxiliary power for pumps and other needs
Advanced Digital Engine Management
ADEM A3 control system providing integrated ignition, speed governing, protection, and controls, including detonation-sensitive variable ignition timing. ADEM A3 has improved: user interface, display system, shutdown controls, and system diagnostics.
Optional Attachments
- Engine-Mounted Transmission Oil Cooler — integration with engine cooling system allows ease of installation and a tighter overall engine package - Engine Brakes — braking capabilities for mobile applications
Custom Packaging
For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your exact needs with a factory custom package. Cat® engines, generators, enclosures, controls, radiators, transmissions — anything your project requires — can be custom designed and matched to create a one-of-a kind solution. 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
Over 80 Years of Engine Manufacturing Experience
Ownership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products. - Cast engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and flywheel housings - Machine critical components - Assemble complete engine
Web Site
For all your petroleum power requirements, visit www.catoilandgasinfo.com
C18 ACERT™ (Dry Manifold) Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Single turbocharger, mid-mounted, inlet 152.4 mm (6 in), hose connection
- Dual turbocharger, front and rear inlet 127.0 mm (5 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 vertical
- Jacket water pump — gear-driven, centrifuga
- RH front water pump inlet
- All plugs/fittings are STOR for lines gp water
Exhaust System
- Exhaust manifold — dry
- Single turbo — front-facing turbo exhaust, full marmon connection, maximum load 10 kg for direct connection to turbo
- Dual turbo — exhaust elbow, dry 203 mm (8 in)
Flywheels and Flywheel Housings
Fuel System
- Electronic unit injector
- Fuel filter, secondary, mid-mount (LH 2 micron high performance)
- Fuel transfer pump, LH front
- Fuel priming pump, LH mid-mount
- Fuel sample valve, mounted on fuel filter base.
Lube System
- Crankcase breather — rear valve cover
- Oil cooler — RH (dual)
- Oil filter — RH, LH
- Oil pan — front sump
- Oil dipstick — LH front
- Oil pump
Mounting System
- Front support (shipping only)
Power Take-Offs
- Crankshaft pulley, 203.2 mm (8 in), 3 grooves 292.1 mm (11.5 in) 1 groove, all 15.9 mm (.63 in) width
- Hydraulic pump drive, SAE A, 11-tooth
General
- Vibration damper
- Paint — Cat yellow
- Lifting eyes
- Automatic variable timing, electronic
- Electronic installation kit 70-pin connector (connectors, pins, sockets)
Mandatory Options
- Throttle position sensor
- Single turbo only — exhaust system (front or rear)
- Flywheel housing or rear PTO
- Primary filter/water separator
C18 ACERT™ (Dry Manifold) Optional Equipment
Air Compressor
- Air compressor governor
- Expansion chambers
Air Inlet System
Charging System
- Charging alternators
- Alternator mountings
- Alternator wiring
- Circuit breakers and mountings
- Alternator belt guard
Cooling System
- Radiator
- Fan drive with radiator packages
- Fan height instructions
- Vee belts
- Aftercooler lines with Caterpillar installed radiator
- Single turbo configuration rear-facing exhaust
- Single turbo configuration rear-facing exhaust
- Aftercoooler lines
- Suction fan adapters
- Blower fan adapter
- Blower fan
- Suction fan
- Fan belt
- Coolant level sensor
- Dry charge coolant conditioners
Exhaust System
- Turbo exhaust connection
- Flexible fittings
- Elbows, flange, clamp, pipes
- Exhaust adapters
- Manifold
- Mufflers
Fuel Systems
- Flexible fuel lines
- Fuel filter location
- Fuel cooler
- Water separator
Instrumentation
- Gauges and instrument panels
Lube System
- Oil pans
- Drain and cover
- Oil level gauge
- Remote oil filters
- Oil filters
- Lubricating oils
Mounting System
- Structural steel base
- Front and rear engine support
Power Take-Offs
- Rear enclosed clutches
- Hydraulic pump drives
- Hydraulics gear pumps
- Clutch supports
- Crankshaft pulleys
Protection System
Starting System
- Air starting motors
- Air pressure regulator
- Air silencer
- Start switch
- Electric starting motors — 12V, 24V
- Battery sets – 24V
- Battery cable and rack
- Starting aids
Transmission Arrangement