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Caterpillar 3512B Engine Engine

The Caterpillar 3512B is a 51.8 L 12-cylinder turbocharged-aftercooled engine rated at 1000 rpm, producing up to 933 kW. It powers generator sets from Caterpillar, including the 3512, DM3066, DM3067 and DM3068. It holds 151 L (39.9 gal) of oil.

Part of the Caterpillar 3512B engine family — 3 variants share parts & fitment.

51.8 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1000 rpm
Rated speed
933 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity151.0 L
Displacement51.8 L
Cylinders12
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Rated speed1000 rpm
Gross power933 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

6
Caterpillar 3512Caterpillar DM3066Caterpillar DM3067Caterpillar DM3068Caterpillar DM3069Caterpillar XQ 1500

Parts cataloged across the Caterpillar 3512B family

3
Part #DescriptionCategory
PK48000M4 tonne Palfinger PK48000M hydraulic cranecrane
5N-5561Silicone Lubricantfluid
245-5829Coolant Battery Tester Refractometersensor

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

60

Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar 3512B?

The Caterpillar 3512B engine has an oil capacity of 151.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Caterpillar 3512B?

The Caterpillar 3512B has a displacement of 51.8 liters with 12 cylinders.

Which generators use the Caterpillar 3512B engine?

The Caterpillar 3512B powers 6 generator set(s), including Caterpillar 3512, Caterpillar DM3066, Caterpillar DM3067, Caterpillar DM3068, Caterpillar DM3069.