CG260-16 Gas Generator Set

Product Description

From natural gas-fueled combined heat and power (CHP) systems and emergency power for facilities, to renewable biogas energy to support the local grid, or electricity generated from coal mine gases, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.

Generator Set Specifications

Continuous Rating
4300 / 4000 ekW @1.0pf
Fuel Type
Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Associated Gas, Synthesis Gas, Hydrogen Blend (to 25%)
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
44.1 / 43.8%
Maximum Standby Rating
4500 ekW
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
1000 / 900 rpm

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
CG260-16
Displacement
16586in³
Aspiration
TA
Bore
10.2in
Stroke
12.6in

Generator Set Dimensions

Length
371in
Width
110in
Height
133in
Dry Weight - Genset
117505lb

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet
    • One-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and sevice indicator
    • Turbocharger with a water-cooled bearing case for all cylinder
  • Control Panels
    • TEM (Total Electronic Management)
  • Cooling
    • flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
    • Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
    • Electrical jacket water and aftercooler coolant pump
  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust waste gate for the CG260-16
    • Closed crankcase ventilation system
  • Fuel System
    • Electronic fuel metering valve
    • Independently controlled cylinder monitoring and ignition system
    • Pre-chamber spark plugs
  • Generator
    • Busbar connections
    • Closed-coupled generator result in no torque transmission to the base frame
    • Reactive droop
    • 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
    • Grid code generator
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • Winding temperature detectors
  • Starting/charging
    • Compressed air engine start
  • General
    • Crankshaft vibration damper and guard

Optional Equipment

  • Cooling
    • CHP skid
  • Grid Code Compliance
    • 50Hz: Germany, Belgium, Great Britain, Italy, Poland, and Netherlands