Well Service Engines C13 ACERT™ (Tier 4 Final)

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Key Specs

Maximum Rating: 520 BHP; 388 bkW

Emissions: EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV; EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV

Displacement: 762.8 in³; 12.5 l

C13 ACERT™ (Tier 4 Final)
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Overview

Cat C13 ACERT engines are the ideal solution for your demanding operations in the oilfield. Decades of field operation and intense research and development allow Cat C13 ACERT engines to deliver excellent performance with low operating costs while meeting tight environmental requirements.This is an ideal engine for applications that require compliance with the highest emission standards in well service applications such as workover rigs, pump skids, acidizing units, cementing units, 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.C13 ACERT engines with ratings: 287-388 bkW (385-520 bhp) @ 1800-2100 rpm are designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV emission standards. This information about Emissions describes the particular rating's emissions technology. For more information about emissions certification, please contact your local Cat dealer.

Features At A Glance

Emissions

Designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV emission standards.

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

Simple and efficient turbocharger with balance valve provides optimal air management and improved fuel efficiency.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel consumption optimized to match operating cycles of a wide range of equipment and applications.

Fuel & Oil

Tier 4 Final, 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, materials-handling, construction, mining, forestry, waste, and other industrial applications.

Package Size

Exceptional power density enables standardization across numerous applications. Multiple installation options available to minimize total package size.

Low-Cost Maintenance

Worldwide service delivers ease of maintenance and simplifies the servicing routine. Minimum 5000-hour diesel particulate filter (DPF) ash service interval enables low-cost maintenance. Capable of optimal oil change intervals of up to 500 hours, depending on rating, application, operating conditions, and maintenance practices. Engine is designed for a B10 life of up to 10,000 hours. The S•O•SSMprogram is available from your Cat dealer to determine oil change intervals and provide optimal performance.

Quality

Every Cat engine is manufactured to stringent standards in order to assure customer satisfaction.

World-class Product Support Offered Through

• Scheduled maintenance, including S•O•SSM 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

Full Specifications Standard Equipment

Product Specifications for C13 ACERT™ (Tier 4 Final)

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General Specifications

Maximum Rating	520 BHP 388 bkW
Displacement	762.8 in³ 12.5 l
Minimum Rating	385 BHP 287 bkW
Aspiration	Turbocharged-Aftercooled Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Flywheel and Flywheel Housing	SAE 1 SAE 1
Flywheel Teeth	113 113
Stroke	6.18 in 157 mm
Bore	5.12 in 130 mm

Emissions

Emissions

EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV

Dimensions

Length	50.1 in 1272 mm
Width	39.2 in 996 mm
Height	44.6 in 1132 mm
Weight	2520 lb 1143 kg

C13 ACERT™ (Tier 4 Final) Standard Equipment

Control System

Electronic control system, over-foam wiring harness, automatic altitude compensation, power compensated for fuel temperature, remote fan control, configurable software features, engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control, integrated Electronic Control Unit (ECU)

Cooling System

Cooling package provides additional auxiliary heat load capacity capable of a minimum 10% of engine rated power. See the Web Ambient Tool (https://wbdat.cat.com/) for estimated ambient capability based on rating, fan drive ratio, fan, altitude and auxiliary heat load.

Exhaust System

Mid-mount turbocharged system with front and rear exhaust configurations

Flywheels and Flywheel Housing

SAE No. 1 flywheel housing; available SAE 1 power take-off housing with optional SAE A, SAE B, and SAE C power take-off drives; engine power can also be taken from the front of the engine with optional attachments

Fuel System

MEUI injection; primary fuel filter, secondary fuel filters, fuel transfer pump, electronic fuel priming

Lube System

Open crankcase ventilation system with fumes disposal (optional OCV filter system); oil cooler, oil filler, oil filter, oil dipstick, oil pump (gear-driven); choice of sumps (front, rear, and center)

General

Paint: Cat yellow

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Oil and Gas C13 ACERT™ (Tier 4 Final)

Maximum Rating: 520 BHP; 388 bkW
Emissions: EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV; EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV
Displacement: 762.8 in³; 12.5 l

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Maximum Rating: 520 BHP; 388 bkW
Emissions: U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim, EU Stage IIIB; U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim, EU Stage IIIB
Displacement: 762.8 in³; 12.5 l

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Maximum Rating: 540 BHP; 403 bkW
Emissions: IMO Tier II Certified, Marine Tier 2 Certified, Marine Tier 3 Capable; IMO Tier II Certified, Marine Tier 2 Certified, Marine Tier 3 Capable
Displacement: 928 in³; 15.2 l

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