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Overview

The Cat® C9 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in ratings ranging from 205-280 bkW (275-375 bhp) @ 1800-2200 rpm. These ratings meet China Stage II, EPA Tier 3 equivalent, and EU Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards. Industries and applications powered by C9 engines include Agriculture, Ag Tractors, Aircraft Ground Support, Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers/Grinders, Combines/Harvesters, Compactors/Rollers, Compressors, Construction, Cranes, Crushers, Dredgers, Forestry, Forklifts, General Industrial, Hydraulic Power Units, Irrigation Equipment, Loaders/Forwarders, Material Handling, Mining, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Mobile Sweepers, Paving Equipment, Pumps, Shovels/Draglines, Specialty Ag Equipment, Sprayers, Surface Hauling Equipment, Trenchers and Underground Mining Equipment.

Power Rating

Minimum Power
275.00 bhp
205.00 bkW
Maximum Power
375.00 bhp
280.00 bkW
Rated Speed
1800-2200 rpm

Emission Standards

Emissions
China Nonroad III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 Equivalent, EU Stage IIIA Equivalent

General

Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
112 mm (4.41 in)
Stroke
149 mm (5.87 in)
Displacement
8.8 L (537.01 in³)
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Compression Ratio
16.1:1
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation (from flywheel end)
Counterclockwise
Lube System (refill)
32 L (33.8 qt)

Engine Dimensions (Approximate. Final dimensions dependent on selected options)

Length
1091 mm (43 in)
Width
827 mm (32.6 in)
Height
1023 mm (40.3 in)
Weight, Net Dry (Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments)
864 kg (1905 lb)

Power Rating

Minimum Power
275.00 HP
205.00 kW
Maximum Power
375.00 HP
280.00 kW
Rated Speed
1800-2200 rpm

Emission Standards

Emissions
China Nonroad III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 Equivalent, EU Stage IIIA Equivalent

General

Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
112 mm (4.41 in)
Stroke
149 mm (5.87 in)
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Displacement
8.8 L (537.01 in³)
Compression Ratio
16.1:1
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise
Lube System - Refill
32 L (33.8 qt)

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Height
1023 mm (40.3 in)
Length
1091 mm (43 in)
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
864 kg (1905 lb)
Width
827 mm (32.6 in)
Width
827 mm (32.6 in)

General

Bore
4.40 in
112.00 mm
Stroke
5.90 in
149.00 mm
Displacement
537.00 in³
8.80 l

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Length
43.00 in
1091.00 mm
Height
40.30 in
1023.00 mm
Width
32.60 in
827.00 mm

Power Rating

Maximum Torque
1230.00 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
1668.00 Nm @ 1400 rpm

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
1905.00 lb
864.00 kg

General

Aftertreatment
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Features

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.

Broad Application Range

Industry leading range of factory configurable ratings and options for agricultural, material handling, construction, mining, aircraft ground support, and other industrial applications.

Package Size

Exceptional power density enables standardization across numerous applications. Multiple installation options minimize total package size. Ideal for equipment with narrow engine compartments.

World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network

  • Scheduled maintenance, including SOSSM 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
Standard Equipment
  • Air Inlet System
    • Turbocharged
    • Air-to-Air Aftercooled
  • Control System
    • Electronic governing, PTO speed control
    • Programmable ratings
    • Automatic altitude compensation
    • Power compensation for fuel temperature
    • Programmable low and high idle and total engine limit
    • Electronic diagnostics and fault logging
    • Engine monitoring system SAE J1939 broadcast and control
    • ADEM™ A4 Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
  • Cooling System
    • Thermostats and housing, vertical outlet
    • Jacket water pump, centrifugal
    • Water pump, inlet
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold, dry
    • Optional exhaust outlet
  • Flywheels and Flywheel Housing
    • SAE No. 1 flywheel housing
  • Fuel System
    • HEUI™ injection
    • Fuel filter, secondary (2 micron)
    • ACERT™ Technology
    • Fuel transfer pump
    • Fuel priming pump
  • Lube System
    • Crankcase breather
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil filler
    • Lube oil filter
    • Front sump oil pan
    • Oil dipstick
    • Gear driven oil pump
  • General
    • Vibration damper
    • Lifting eyes
    • Cold start capability to -20° C (-4° F)
    • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request