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Overview

The Cat® C7 Industrial Diesel Engine is offered in ratings ranging from 168-224 bkW (225-300 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 C7 engines include Agriculture, Ag Tractors, Aircraft Ground Support, Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers/Grinders, Combines/Harvesters, Compactors/Rollers, Compressors, Construction, Cranes, Crushers, Feller Bunchers, Forestry, Forklifts, General Industrial, Hydraulic Power Units, Irrigation Equipment, Loaders/Forwarders, Material Handling, Mining, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Mobile Sweepers, Paving Equipment, Pumps, Skidders, Specialty Ag Equipment, Sprayers, Trenchers and Underground Mining Equipment.

Power Rating

Minimum Power
225.00 bhp
168.00 bkW
Maximum Power
300.00 bhp
224.00 bkW
Rated Speed
1800-2200 rpm

Emission Standards

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

General

Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
110 mm (4.33 in)
Stroke
127 mm (5.0 in)
Displacement
7.2 L (442 in³)
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Compression Ratio
16.2:1
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation (from flywheel end)
Counterclockwise

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

Length
1053 mm (41.5 in)
Width
758 mm (29.8 in)
Height
1032 mm (40.6 in)
Weight, Net Dry (Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments)
588 kg (1296 lb)

Power Rating

Minimum Power
225.00 HP
168.00 kW
Maximum Power
300.00 HP
224.00 kW
Rated Speed
1800-2200 rpm

Emission Standards

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

General

Engine Configuration
Inline 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore
110 mm (4.33 in)
Stroke
127 mm (5.0 in)
Aspiration
Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA)
Displacement
7.2 L (442 in³)
Compression Ratio
16.2:1
Combustion System
Direct Injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Counterclockwise

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Height
1032 mm (40.6 in)
Length
1053 mm (41.5 in)
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
588 kg (1296 lb)
Width
758 mm (29.8 in)
Width
758 mm (29.8 in)

General

Bore
4.30 in
110.00 mm
Stroke
5.00 in
127.00 mm
Displacement
442.00 in³
7.20 l

Engine Dimensions - Approximate

Length
41.50 in
1053.00 mm
Height
40.60 in
1032.00 mm
Width
29.80 in
758.00 mm
Weight - Net Dry - Basic Operating Engine Without Optional Attachments
1296.00 lb
588.00 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