CG170B-12 (50Hz) 1380 kW Gas Generator Set

Caterpillar is the world's largest manufacturer of generator sets, offering the largest range of specifications available. Ranging from 50 to 4,050 ekW (50 to 4,500 kVA) in a single unit, our gas generator sets are easy to select, permit and install. Our industrial and commercial gas generator sets are proven for reliable operation with a wide range of gaseous fuels including natural gas, biogas from landfills and digesters, coal gas, propane and alternative fuels. We build durable, low life-cycle cost power systems that we integrate with controls, exhaust systems, fuel train, combined cooling heat & power skids and switchgear.

Higher Efficiency and Performance

Compared to the predecessor model, the CG170B features the same size, a more compact design, and up to 18 percent more output. State-of-the-art technologies enable an output of 1,380 to 2,300 kWel and application-optimized engine types.

Flexible use for various applications and gas types: natural gas, biogas, APG, and propane gas

Improved electrical efficiency of up to 45 percent (natural gas)/43.6 percent (biogas), total efficiency of more than 87 percent (natural gas)/86 percent (biogas).

Reduced Installation and Building Costs

Cat TPEM hardware and software utilized for a comprehensive system with data analysis and optimum plant control combined.

Integrated secure remote maintenance solutions that are always available to secure full plant performance with maximum availability and reliability.

Optimized Lubricant Management

Greatly reduced oil consumption of 0.15 g/kWhel. Thus, the CG170B gas engine boasts the lowest lubricant consumption in its class.

Longer oil change intervals through innovative, leading-edge lubricant management with change intervals of up to 4,000 operating hours for natural gas and biogas (high and medium gas quality).