Diesel Generator Sets—
Built to Perform

Get dependable power from 20 to 5320 kW

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 20kW – 5320kW

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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.

Aligned Protects Critical Data with 56 Cat® Generator Sets

  • 3516C diesel 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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Cat Diesel Generators Keep Hospital Running During Hurricane Ida

  • C32 and 3508 diesel generator sets
  • “We felt comfortable knowing we had the power we needed by having these Cat generators here, and they supplied us with the power we needed during and after the storm.”

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Cat C175 Generators With Updated Technology Give This Plains City Reliable Power

  • “Having the ability to produce our own energy saved our community about $1.7 million.”

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St. Luke’s Hospital Maintains Critical Power with Cat Backup Generators

  • 3512 diesel generator sets
  • “These Cat generators had maybe 50 hours on them before the storm and they were asked to do their job, and they performed perfectly.”

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Resources

Continue your learning journey with our resources below.

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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