Caterpillar Launches Electronic Generator Set
Caterpillar Marine will launch the Cat C4.4 ACERT generator set for commercial vessels at the 2014 SMM Exhibition, held September 9 -12 in Hamburg, Germany. Designed to provide essential, nonessential or emergency power across a wide range of commercial platforms, the new C4.4 ACERT is a fully-electronic power solution delivering improved transient response and better load acceptance. The C4.4 ACERT offers rated power of 65 – 99 ekW at 50 Hz and 60 – 118 ekW at 60 Hz. The new platform will be available to order from the global Cat dealer network in September 2014.
Caterpillar Relaunch Classic Workhorse 3406C Marine Diesel
Caterpillar Marine Power Systems is relaunching one of the most successful marine engine platforms in its history at the current 2013 International Workboat Show. The Cat® 3406C marine propulsion engine will enter production in late 2013, providing customers in lesser regulated countries, including Latin America and Asia, with an economical, dependable solution for their commercial marine vessels. The mechanically governed 3406C propulsion engine will be available in ratings of 272 bkW @ 1800 rpm and 298 bkW @ 1800 rpm.