3508C

3508C

The 3508C marine propulsion engine meets IMO II emissions regulation and delivers more power with lower emissions for your marine propulsion needs. Additionally, the 3508C provides outstanding fuel efficiency and lube oil consumption. Standard or reverse rotation options are available as well as worldwide parts and service. The 3500 engine platform is a streamlined and proven design that provides industry-leading reliability & durability.

Power Range 775-1100 bhp (578-820 bkW) 775-1100 bhp (578-820 bkW)
Speed Range 1200-1600 rpm 1200-1600 rpm
Emissions IMO II, EU IW IMO II, EU IW

Technicial Specifications

Power Rating
Power Range 775-1100 bhp (578-820 bkW) 775-1100 bhp (578-820 bkW)
Engine Specifications
Speed Range 1200-1600 rpm 1200-1600 rpm
Emissions IMO II, EU IW IMO II, EU IW
Aspiration TTA TTA
Bore 6.7 in 170 mm
Stroke 7.5 in 190 mm
Displacement 2107 in³ 34.5 l
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise or Clockwise Counterclockwise or Clockwise
Configuration Vee 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel Vee 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Dimensions & Weights
Minimum Dry Weight 10935 lb 4960 kg
Length 83.4 in 2117 mm
Height 72 in 1829 mm
Width 67 in 1703 mm

Advantages and Features

A3 Electronic Control Unit (ECU)

• One of the most advanced electronic control systems available for Cat marine engines. • Faster with more memory capability than ADEM 2 • Compatible with several optional display systems • Does not require fuel cooling • Enhanced input/output capacity • Rugged marine design and IP66 connectors • Award-winning circuitry design

Engine-Mounted Instrument Panel

• Integrated MPD display for quick response and effective local control • Optional local speed control • Optional individual cylinder exhaust temperature scanner with data link for remote mounting • Local E-stop, warning indicators, horn • Plug & Run connections allow mounting on port or starboard side of engine

Marine Power Display (MPD)

• Graphic display of engine operating parameters in analog, digital, or bar-chart format • Rugged weatherproof construction • Fully user-configured display screens • Marine classification society-type approved • Diagnostic messages and alarms • Three-tier prioritization of events and diagnostics • Multilingual capability • Night-mode LCD display • ISO symbols for parameter identification

High Capacity High Efficiency Turbos

• Standard marine twin turbocharger configuration. • More reserved power for superior part load performance at continuous ratings • Turbos tuned for high power and excellent fuel consumption

Engine-Mounted Cat® Plate-Type Heat Exchanger

• Separate Circuit Aftercooled (SCAC) • Single heat exchanger for both jacket water and aftercooler systems • Single inlet and outlet connections for sea water • Lightweight and compact • Factory-installed piping and connections

Rigid Wiring Harness

• Highly durable: long service life • Flexibility for custom wire additions • Lined with fire retardant foam • Cost efficient replacement for premium wiring • Marine classification society approved

Power Distribution Box

• Isolates “control power” from alternator/starter/jacket water heater power • Mountable off engine • Allows end user to choose up to three independent power sources • Has built-in circuit breakers and switches for easy troubleshooting

Marine Classification Society Approvals

• ABS/DNV/LR/GL/CCS/BV/RINA

Electronic Features

• 3D histogram data of engine operation (load, speed, time) • Load feedback signal for CPP operation • Electronic torque limit for re-power and torque limited application equipment • Programmable droop • Adjustable governor gains • Condition-based maintenance • Monitoring features • Serial data bus communications • Primary and secondary A3 controllers on all propulsion engines

Cat Pilot House Panels

• Cat pilot house panels with or without Marine Power Display (MPD) • Easily connected to the engine customer connector • Ability to have full function helm panels and reduced function wing panels

Unit Injectors

• Caterpillar designed and built system • “Drop-in” installation • No threaded fuel connections • High pressure only inside injector does not require double wall lines or leak collection devices

Power Take-off

• Power take-off adapters available • Auxiliary drives for power take-offs for hydraulic pumps and compressors

Engine-Mounted Gear-Driven Pumps

• Standard engine-mounted aftercooler pump • Standard engine-mounted jacket water pump • Optional engine-mounted, gear-driven, high capacity sea water pump

Engine Mounting System

• Rigid mounting points • Optional resilient mounting

In-Hull Overhaul

• Easily removable side covers • Accessible bearing caps

Standard Equipment

  • Fuel System
    • Fuel filter, RH, with service indicators.
    • Fuel transfer pump.
    • Electronically controlled init injectors
  • Instrumentation
    • Graphical Unit (Marine Power Display) for analog or digital display of
  • Lube System
    • Crankcase breather, Top mounted
    • Oil filter, RH, with service indicators
    • Oil filler and dipstick, RH
    • Standard sump oil pan (500 Hour oil change interval)
    • Oil pump, gear type
  • Mounting System
    • Rails, engine mounting, ledge type, 203 mm x 203 mm (8 in x 8 in)
  • Power Takeoffs
    • Accessory drive
    • Front housing, two-sided
  • Protection System
    • A4 ECU Electronic Monitoring System provides customer programmable engine de-rate strategies to protect against adverse operating conditions
    • AIII Electronic Monitoring System provides customer programmable engine de-ration strategies to protect against adverse operating conditions
    • Emergency stop push button (located in Electronic Instrument Panel) Safety shutoff protection:
  • General
    • Vibration damper and guard
    • Lifting eyes
    • Paint, Caterpillar Yellow engine with black rails
    • NOTE: Engines for heat exchanger cooling do NOT include heat exchanger.
  • Flywheel and Flywheel Housing
    • Flywheel, SAE No. 0, 151 teeth.
    • Flywheel housing, SAE No. 0.
  • Air Inlet System
    • Separate circuit aftercooler core, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Air cleaner, regular duty
    • Dual turbochargers, 152 mm (6 in) OD straight connection
  • Control System
    • Dual Caterpillar A-III Electronic Engine Control, LH with Electronic Unit Injector Fuel System
    • Rigid Wiring Harness (10 amp DC power required to drive Electronic Engine Control Module)
  • Cooling System
    • Oil cooler
    • Thermostats and housing, Full open temperature 92 C (198 F)
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
    • Auxiliary fresh water pump with SCAC engines
    • Auxiliary sea water pump, Centrifugal, Non-self-priming
    • Expansion tank
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry gas tight exhaust manifolds with heat shields.
    • Dual turbochargers with watercooled bearings and heat shield.
    • Exhaust outlet, vertical, 203 mm (8 in) round flanged.

Optional Equipment

  • Charging System
    • Battery Charger, 10 amp
    • Charging Alternators
  • Cooling System
    • Water Level Switch Gauge
    • Coolant Level Sensors
    • Connections
    • Keel Cooling Conversions
    • Heat Exchangers
    • Auxiliary Water Pumps
    • Sea Water Pump Removal
    • Coolant Shunt Tanks
    • Air Separator
    • Marine Gear Cooling
  • Instrumentation
    • PL1000T Communication Module
    • Customer Interface
    • Thermocouples
    • Remote Panel Display
    • Remote Cylinder Temperature Display
    • Pilot House Instrument Panels
    • Marine Gear Sensors
    • Engine Vision Display System
  • Mounting System
    • Engine Supports
    • Vibration Isolators
  • Power Take-Offs
    • Front Housing Accessories
    • Flexible Coupling and Guards
    • Upper Left Hand Front Location:
    • Upper Right Hand Front Location:
    • Upper Right Hand Rear Location:
    • Lower Left Hand Front Location:
    • Lower Left Hand Rear Location:
    • Front Housing Accessory Drives
    • Upper LH Accessory Drive
    • Upper RH Accessory Drive
    • Front Power Take Offs
    • Crankshaft Pulleys
    • Damper Guard Removals
  • Air Inlet System
    • Remote Air Inlet Adapters
  • Control System
    • Throttle Position Sensor
    • Throttle Position Signal Conv.
    • Throttle Position Sensor Removal
    • Local Speed Throttle Control
    • Throttle Synchronization
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust Outlet
    • Flexible Fittings
    • Elbows
    • Flanges
    • Flange and Exhaust Expanders
    • Mufflers
  • Lube System
    • Oil Pan
    • Oil Pan Accessories
    • Sump Pumps
    • Lubricating Oil
  • Protection System
    • Air Inlet Shutoffs
    • Switches and Contactors
    • Explosion Relief Valve
    • Sensors
  • Special Appearance
    • Special Appearance Packages with Chrome Covers
    • Chrome Plated Relief Valves
    • Black Air Cleaners
    • Yacht Class Finish
  • Starting System
    • Starting Motors or Barring Device
    • Air Starting Motor Options:
    • Starting Aids
    • Battery Sets - 24 Volt - Dry
    • Battery rack
  • General
    • Tool set
    • Caterpillar datalink wire
  • Packing
    • Shrink Wrap Protection
    • Storage Preservation with Glycol Solution/Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor
    • Storage Preservation with Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor
    • Export Packaging
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