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Overview

The Cat® C1.7 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in the following ratings: 23.6 & 26.1 bkW (31.6 & 35 bhp) @ 2400 & 2600 rpm. These ratings meet EU Stage IIIA (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim equivalent) emission standards. Industries and applications powered by C1.7 engines include: Aircraft Ground Support, Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers/Grinders, Compactors/Rollers, Construction, Forestry, General Industrial, Material Handling, Mining, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Mobile Light Towers, Pumps, Trenchers, Turf and Landscaping and Underground Mining Equipment.

Power Rating

Minimum Power
31.60 bhp
23.60 bkW
Maximum Power
35.00 bhp
26.10 bkW
Rated Speed
2400 & 2600 rpm

Emission Standards

Emissions
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim Equivalent

General

Engine Configuration
Inline 3, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
84 mm (3.3 in)
Stroke
100 mm (3.9 in)
Displacement
1.662 L (101.4 in³)
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated (NA)
Compression Ratio
23.0:1
Combustion System
Indirect Injection
Rotation (from flywheel end)
Counterclockwise
Lube System (refill)
10.6 L (11.2 qt)

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

Length
564 mm (22.2 in)
Width
453 mm (17.8 in)
Height
654 mm (25.7 in)
Weight, Net Dry (Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments)
160 kg (353 lb)
Features

Emissions

Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim equivalent emission standards. Available using U.S. EPA Flexibility, and for other regulated and non-regulated areas.

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

Substantial torque rise delivers impressive performance throughout a wide speed range while maintaining low operating costs.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel consumption optimized to match operating cycles of a wide range of equipment and applications while maintaining low operating costs.

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

Ultra-compact package size ensures ease of installation as well as exceptional power density.

Quality

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

World-class Product Support Offered Through Global Cat Dealer Network

  • 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
Standard Equipment
  • Air Inlet System
    • Inlet manifold with choice of inlets.
  • Control System
    • Alternator 12 volt 40 amp
    • Starter motor 12 volt
    • Glow plug starting aid
  • Cooling System
    • Belt-driven coolant pump
    • Coolant temperature switch
    • Choice of cooling fans
  • Flywheel & Flywheel Housing
    • SAE No. 6 1/2 flywheel
    • Choice of SAE No. 5 or standard backplate flywheel housing
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel injection pump
    • Spin-on fuel filter
    • Electronic Shut-off Solenoid (ESOS)
  • Lube System
    • Lube oil filter
    • Lube oil pressure switch
    • Lube oil sump
  • General
    • Cast iron, engine block
    • Cast iron exhaust manifold--side outlet
    • Cold start capability to -20° C (-4° F)
    • Gradeability 35° continuous
    • Paint: Caterpillar yellow, with optional colors available at request