C18-AE301 Marine Auxiliary Engine
The Caterpillar C18-AE301 marine auxiliary engine is an I-6, 4-Stroke-Cycle-Diesel engine with a 145.0 mm (5.7 in) bore, 183.0 mm (7.0 in) stroke and 18 L (1098 in³) displacement.
The Caterpillar C18-AE301 marine auxiliary engine is rated at 1500 RPM and rated at 404 BHP (301 bkW).
Caterpillar C18-AE301 marine auxiliary engine complies with IMO II compliant air intake is turbocharged After cooling.
As part of EMAC, Caterpillar Marine Auxiliary also offers high performance propulsion and handling solutions Engine, engine provides electronic control and mechanical, fuel common rail system for customers to choose, we provide full life cycle service for all customers, from design to ship power system supply, from installation to commissioning, from after-sales service training to spare parts supply, from Troubleshooting to Overhaul Technical Support.
Advantages of C18-AE301 Marine Auxiliary Engine
Configure the engine how you want it, package it yourself.
Compact engine profile with high power density.
Ease of repower with multiple cooling system options: Single circuit keel cooling /Separate ircuit keel cooling / Heat exchanger.
Clean, smooth, and quiet operations.
Advanced fuel system provides excellent fuel consumption and low smoke.
Proven core engine design with millions of operating hours.
Fewer maintenance touchpoints and longer service intervals.
Superior response time and acceleration; 12V or 24V electrical system; Gear driven jacket water pump and sea water pump for superior reliability; Maintenance free valve train with hydraulic valve lash adjusters.
No visible smoke; Common rail fuel system enables optimum combustion and low emissions; Reduced combustion noise through advanced electronic control; Closed crankcase ventilation system improves engine room cleanliness.
Technical Specifications
Basic Introduction of C18-AE301 Marine Auxiliary Engine
Engine Model: | C18-AE301 |
Engine Type: | I-6, 4-Stroke-Cycle-Diesel |
Displacement: | 18 L |
Rated Speed: | 1500 RPM |
Aspiration Method: | Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA) |
Emission Standard: | Tier 3 |
Bore*Storke: | 145 mm (5.7 in)*183 mm (7.0 in) |
Packing Size(L*W*H): | 1854 * 1134 * 1300 mm |
Weight , Net Dry: | 1950 kg (4299 lb) |
Lead Time: | 15-30 Working Days |
Payment Terms: | T/T ,L/C |
Engine Model | Rated Power | Aspiration | Fuel system type |
C18-AE301 | 301 bkW (404 BHP) @ 1500 RPM | Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA) | Electronical Governor |
C18-AE383 | 383 bkW (514 BHP) @ 1500 RPM | Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA) | Electronical Governor |
C18-AE438 | 438 bkW (587 BHP) @ 1500 RPM | Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA) | Electronical Governor |
C18-AE492 | 492bkW (660 BHP) @ 1500 RPM | Turbocharged Aftercooled (TA) | Electronical Governor |
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General Engine Specifications of CAT C18-AE301 Marine Auxiliary Engine | |||
Basic Engine Specifications | I-6, 4-Stroke-Cycle-Diesel | Governor | Electronic |
Displacement | 18.0 L (1098 cu in) | Emission Standard | EPA Tier 3 |
Rated Engine Speed | 1500 RPM | Length | 1854 mm (73.0 in) |
Height | 1300 mm (51.2 in) | Width | 1134 mm (44.6 in) |
Aspiration | Turbocharged-Aftercooled | Weight, Net Dry (Max) | 1950 kg (4299 lb) |
Bore | 145 mm (5.7 in) | Stroke | 183 mm (7.0 in) |
Rotation (From Flywheel End) | Counterclockwise | Rated Speed | 301 bkW (404 BHP) @ 1500 RPM |
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System of Caterpillar C18-AE301 Marine Auxiliary Engine | ||
Air System | Combustion Air Inlet System | |
Intake Combustion Air Flow | 5.3 m³/min (71 bkW) | |
Intake Combustion Air Flow | 187 cfm (71 bkW) | |
Intake Combustion Air Temperature Up to | 50 °C (122 °F) | |
Engine Room Ventilation Air | ||
Heat Rejection to Atmosphere | 8.0 kW (71 bkW) | |
Heat Rejection to Atmosphere | 455 BTU/min (95 BHP) | |
Fuel System | Fuel Rate | 237 g/bkW-hr (63.4 gal/hr) |
Fuel Rate | 16.9 kg/hr (63.4 gal/hr) | |
Fuel Flow Transfer Pump | 4.1 L/min (71 bkW) | |
Fuel Pressure Static Head | ± 2.8 m (± 9.1 ft) | |
Fuel Supply Line Restriction (Max) | 10 kPa (2.9 in Hg) (1.45 PSI) | |
Fuel Temperature Transfer Pump in (Max) | 60 °C (140°F) | |
Fuel Return Line Restriction (Max) | 10 kPa (2.9 in Hg) (1.45 PSI) | |
Fuel Supply / Return Connections | 11 / 16 in O ring Face Seal (ORFS) | |
Diesel Fuel Grade | ISO-F-DMX/ISO-F-DMA/ISO | |
Exhaust System | Exhaust Gas Flow (Total) | 6.60 kg/min |
Exhaust Stack Temperature | 455 °C | |
Exhaust Stack Temperature | 851 °F | |
Engine Exhaust Connection | 63 mm (2.5 in) ID, 6 x 9 mm (0.35 in) Holes on 88.9 mm (3.5 in) PCD | |
Max Allowable System Backpressure | 15 kPa (60 in H2O) | |
Lube System | Sump Type | Isolated |
Sump Capacity (Max) | 11 L (5.55 gal) | |
Sump Capacity (Min) | 9 L (4.62 gal) | |
Oil Change Interval | 500 Hr | |
Max Installation Angle (Any Direction) | 25 Degrees | |
Max Continuous Operation Angle (Any Direction) | 25 Degrees | |
Max Intermittent Operation Angle (Any Direction) | CI-4 10W30 or 15W40 | |
Starting System | Electrical Starting Motor | 24 VDC, 12 VDC |
Cold Starting | 800 CCA [at -15 °C (5 °F) Ambient Temperature] | |
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Standard of Caterpillar C18-AE301 Marine Auxiliary Engine | ||||
Fuel System | 1. Fuel Transfer Pump | Exhuast System | 1. Exhuast Manifold | |
2. High-Pressure Fuel Pump | 2. Turbocharger | |||
3. Fuel Filter | 3. Exhuast Elbow | |||
Air Intake System | 1. Air Intake Manifold | Starting System | 1. Starter Motor | |
2. N/A | 2. Starter Rely | |||
Cooling System | 1. Water Pump | Power Output System | 1. Flywheel | |
2. Engine Fan | 2. Standard Flywheel Housing | |||
3. Standard Radiator | 3. N/A | |||
Lubricating System | 1. Oil Pump | Charging System | 1. Charging Alternator | |
2. Oil Filter | 2. N/A | |||
Engine Shut-Down System | 1. Engine Fuel Shut-Off Solenoidr | Engine Mounting System | 1. Engine Mouting Bracket | |
Engine Auiliary Accessories | 1. Air Compressor | |||
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Optional Accessories of Caterpillar C18-AE301 Marine Auxiliary Engine | ||||
Air Intake System | 1. Air Intake Pre-Heater | Exhuast System | 1. Muffler & Bellows | |
2. Air Intake Shut-Off Valve | 2. Flame Trap | |||
3. Air Filter | 3. Spark Arrestor Type Muffler & Bellows | |||
4. Air Intake Pre-Filter | 4. Dpf System | |||
5. Air Filter Alarm System | 5. N/A | |||
Fuel System | 1. Coarse Filter | Lubricating System | 1. Oil Pre-Heater | |
2. Fuel Pre-Heater | 2. N/A | |||
Starting System | 1. Manual Magnetic DC Contactor | Cooling System | 1. Silent Type Radiator | |
2. Dual Ears Flywheel Housing | 2. Plateau Radiator | |||
3. Spring Starter Motor | 3. Salt-Spray Resistant Radiator | |||
4. Air Starter Motor | 4. Coolant Pre-Heater | |||
5. Hydraulic Starter Motor | 5. Jacket Water Heater | |||
6. Manual Magnetic DC Contactor | 6. N/A | |||
Engine Auiliary Accessories | 1. Hydraulic Oil Pump | Control System | 1. Can Add Engine Monitoring System, Contro System with Wiring Harness. | |
2. Air Conditioner Compressor | 2. Can Add Self-Protection System That Integrated with Alarm System. | |||
Power Output System | 1. Clutch | Engine Mounting System | 1. Shock Absorber Pad | |
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Modifiable Components of Caterpillar C18-AE301 Marine Auxiliary Engine | ||||
Air Intake System | 1. Installation Position of Air Filter | Charging System | 1. 12 V Charging Alternator for 12 V Electric System | |
2. Upgrade to Heavy-Duty Type Air Fitler | 2. Explosion-Proof Charging Alternator | |||
3. N/A | 3. Upgrading to Specified Brand and Speicifications of Charging Alternator | |||
Exhuast System | 1. Water-Cooled Exhuast Manifold | Lubricating System | 1. Oil Pan Position | |
2. Water-Cooled Turbocharger | 2. Number of Dipstick | |||
3. Can Modify Installation Position and Direction of Turbocharger | 3. Position of Dipstick Can Choose From 6 Positions | |||
4. N/A | 4. Can Modify Oil Filter to Be Remote Installation | |||
Engine Shut-Down System | 1. 12 V Solenoid for 12 V Electric System | Starting System | 1. Upgrading to Specified Brand and Speicifications of Starter Motor | |
2. Explosion-Proof Solenoid | 2. 12 V Starter Motor for 12 V Electric System | |||
Fuel System | 1. Upgrade to Fuel Fitler That Integrated with Fuel Transfer Pump and Fuel Pre-Hearter | Engine Auiliary Accessories | 1. All of Auxiliary System Can Choose Specified Brands and Specifications | |
2. N/A | 2. Additional Auxiliary Systems Can Be Added for Special Applications | |||
Cooling System | 1. Can Modify Engine Fan Into Blower Fan or Suction Fan | Power Output System | 1. Can Modify Size of Flywheel Housing and Flywheel | |
2. Can Modify Central Position of Engine Cooling Fan | 2. Dual-Ear Flywheel Housing (for Twin-Starter System) | |||
3. Can Choose Type of Engine Fan From Mechanical Type or Electric Type | 3. Some of Models Can Modify Flywheel Housing Into PTO Integrated Type | |||
4. N/A | 4. Engine Have Connecting Port of PTOs, That Able to Provide Power Output | |||
Engine Mounting System | 1. Can Modify Engine Mouting Bracket | |||
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