Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 915 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1250 |
| Prime power | 485 kW |
| Emissions | EPA / Tier 2 |
| Controller | 1600 Amp Breaker, EMCP 4.4, EMCPII+, Elec. Governor, Engine Safety Shutdowns, Stop Capability |
| Oil capacity | 104.0 L |
| Voltage options | 600 V |
| Phase | 3 phase |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Circuit breaker | 1600 A |
| Coolant capacity | 285 L |
| Max ambient | 80 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 7848×309×1802 mm |
| Dry weight | 10136 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 240.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 55.0 L |
| Displacement | 34.5 L |
| Aspiration | Watercooled Diesel |
| Rated speed | 1000 rpm |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Caterpillar 3508B| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Engine Air Cleaner Element (Single Element) - Clean/Replace | — | find | ||
| Fuel filter | Fuel System Primary Filter - Clean/Inspect/Replace | 3890433 | 1000 hr | buy | |
| Fuel filter | Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace | — | 1000 hr | find | |
| Oil filter | 3890434 | 1000 hr | buy | ||
| Belt | Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace | — | 250 hr | find | |
| Coolant | Cooling System Coolant (ELC) - Change | — | 6000 hr | ||
| Oil | 470.0 L | — | 1000 hr |
Compatible filters for the Caterpillar 3508B — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.
- Air filter: Caterpillar 1327171 Caterpillar 7T1S90 Caterpillar 1063973 Caterpillar 1327169 Caterpillar 1236856
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Caterpillar 3508?
The Caterpillar 3508 is rated 915 kW standby (1250.0 kVA).
What engine does the Caterpillar 3508 use?
The Caterpillar 3508 is powered by the Caterpillar 3508B engine.
What fuel does the Caterpillar 3508 use?
The Caterpillar 3508 runs on Diesel.
What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar 3508?
The Caterpillar 3508B engine in the Caterpillar 3508 has an oil capacity of 240.0 liters.
Parts
24| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10R9951 | Head Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 1440725 | Connecting rods | Connecting rod | buy | |
| 1744947 | Aftercooler and Lines Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 1R-0769 | axial seal filter | - Base 128-8557 with - Base 195-1068 with - Base 202-9871 with - Base 177-9778 with | Filter | buy |
| 1R-0770 | radial seal filter | - Base 128-8557 with - Base 195-1068 with - Base 202-9871 with - Base 177-9778 with | Filter | kuduparts $22.00 |
| 1R-0771 | radial seal filter | - Base 128-8557 with - Base 195-1068 with - Base 202-9871 with - Base 177-9778 with | Filter | kuduparts $100.00 |
| 200-4139 | axial seal filter | (axial seal) | Filter | buy |
| 205-6452 | Fuel Water Separator | Fuel water separator | buy | |
| 205-6453 | Fuel Water Separator | Fuel water separator | buy | |
| 205645 | Fuel Water Separator | Fuel water separator | buy | |
| 206-5756 | Part 206-5756 | Kit | Kit | buy |
| 225-6404 | radial seal filter | (radial seal) | Filter | buy |
| 232-5263 | Part 232-5263 | (group, each include (2) base 225-6404 with (2) 200-4139 (axial seal)) | Kit | buy |
| 2322507 | Manifold Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 2322521 | Turbocharger Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 2322522 | Reman Injectors | 1 | Injector | buy |
| 2342795 | Injector Seals/Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| M-4660684 | Gasket Set - Central & Lower - 3508 | Gasket set | buy | |
| PEHJ0082-02 | Model Specific Electric Priming Pump Kit | Kit | buy | |
| 1743191 | Reman Cylinder Heads | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 270-5320 | Part 270-5320 | Water Collection Bowl—220-8678 Bowl/Can Seal | Service part / kit | buy |
| LEDW3153 | Supersedes LECW7527 | Service part / kit | buy | |
| PEHJ0271 | Cat® Emissions Upgrade Kits for Select 3500 Marine Engines | Service part / kit | buy | |
| PEHJ0287 | Cat® Performance Upgrade Kits for Select 3508, 3512, and 3516 Marine Engines | Service part / kit | buy |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | |||
| Prime | 47% | ||
| Prime | 52% | ||
| Prime | 70% | ||
| Prime | 85% | ||
| Prime | 100% | ||
| Standby | |||
| Standby | 100% | 69.9 |
Available documents
Engine specSpec sheetParts manualService manual