Diesel Generator Sets—
Built to Perform

Get dependable power from 6.8 to 7150 kVA

Diesel
Diesel

Reliable Power When You Need It

Diesel gensets are renowned for their unmatched reliability and proven history of superior performance. With a track record of powering critical operations, these gensets ensure uninterrupted power supply in extremely demanding conditions. Not only do they offer exceptional durability, but they are typically a cost-effective option with a lower upfront investment.  

Discover how diesel gensets can be the affordable backbone of your power needs, delivering peace of mind when you need it most.

Why Choose Diesel Gensets?

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Ready For Your Application

They excel in prime, standby, and continuous applications.

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Quick Start-Up

They have a faster start-up time, which is ideal for critical applications.

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More Power From Less Fuel

Due to higher energy density of diesel, you get more power per unit of fuel compared to alternative fuel options, ultimately saving you money.



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Superior Load Acceptance

Diesel gensets generally accept transient loads better than gas products, especially with larger load steps.

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Remote-Ready

When there is no utility or gas pipeline, they provide the power you need.

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Reduced Maintenance Costs

Diesel gensets typically have a longer operational lifespan compared to gas gensets, thereby lowering overall maintenance costs over time.



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from 6.8 - 7150kVA

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Helping Our Customers. Every Day.

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Given the competitive nature of our business, choosing Cat® gensets ensures we provide the best value, superior quality, and a hassle-free experience for our clients.

- Electrical Contractor
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Not only do I have a great product, but the remote monitoring service from Caterpillar provides me with peace of mind, knowing that my genset is always in good health.

- Owner/Operator
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When the grid is under heavy demand, I can use my diesel genset for peak-shaving, to avoid peak energy charges, delivering savings to my business.

- Facility Manager



We’ve Done This Before

We’ve seen the benefits first hand. We have nearly a century of power generation experience. Today, Cat® Electric Power delivers solutions to customers worldwide, helping them provide reliable power and economic benefits to their facilities and communities. Read the testimonials to find out how.

Cat Generators Help Company Overcome Power Uncertainties

As a high-volume semiconductor company, Nexperia Philippines, Inc. proactively looked for generator sets to provide countermeasures for power uncertainties brought on by the eruption of the Taal Volcano on January 12, 2020.

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Nexperia
Nexperia

Genset meets power demand while local grid stabilizes

While the local power grid is projected to stabilize in a few years, SDP Packaging urgently needed a reliable power system to run their machines safely and to ensure uninterrupted production to meet their customers' orders in the meantime.

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SDP
SDP

Custom Solution Protects Airport Operations and Ensures Safety

The new international terminal will cover 210,000 square meters of land area and will be able to handle up to 40 million passengers annually.

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Mumbai Airport
Mumbai Airport

Aligned Protects Critical Data with 56 Cat Generator Sets

"In our world, everything is mission critical, so what we are engaged in depends upon establishing higher degrees of trust."

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Aligned
Aligned

Resources

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Designing Power Systems with Data in Mind

In our hyper-connected world, there's always an opportunity to maximize performance with the right data. But what is the right data? How can we design and use our power systems in a way that gets the most out of that information?

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Designing Power Systems with Data in Mind

A Future Of Possibilities. One Energy Solution. Cat Energy Control System (ECS)

The new Cat Energy Control System (ECS) enables you to flexibly manage energy needs, from a single generator set to cohesive, full-site microgrid solutions linking multiple assets.

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ECS Webinar

Demystifying Generator Set Ratings

Generator sets must meet power and run-time criteria to ensure reliable power generation, but varying manufacturer specifications can lead to confusion and misapplication in the industry.

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Demystifying Generator Set Ratings
Demystifying Generator Set Ratings

Issues with Peak Demand

High peak demand customers incur a peak service charge from the utility. A peaking system with proper sizing, testing, and maintenance will help save on utility costs.

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Demand Response: Doing more with your power generation assets
Demand Response: Doing more with your power generation assets

Cat Connect for Electric Power

Know how your operation is running from anywhere. Cat Connect gives you the information you need to make well-informed, timely decisions.

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Generator Set Sizing Calculators

Cat Electric Power now has two tools available for sizing gensets in any application. 

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