Caterpillar 3116 Engine
Designed with fuel efficiency and emissions control in mind. Traditional items you've come to expect from your Caterpillar engine remain--reliability, durability, performance and serviceability. |
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Unit Injection
Unit injection allows very high injection pressures and short injection times which enables fast response, low fuel consumption and excellent emissions control. |
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Fuel Passages
Internal fuel passages help eliminate the need for high pressure lines and their connections. |
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Two-piece, Articulated Piston
Two-piece, articulated piston maximizes the use of material properties. |
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Steel Crown
Steel in the crown for structural integrity. The piston was designed to withstand cylinder pressure and thermal loads well beyond the capability of an aluminum piston. |
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Aluminum Skirt
Aluminum skirt is isolated from combustion and gas loads. |
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Structural Requirements
Lower structural requirements allow the use of weight saving aluminum. Engine efficiency is directly affected by the weight of its moving components (lower weight--lower fuel consumption). |
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Less Distortion
Less distortion due to thermal expansion and combustion forces means tighter tolerances between piston skirt and cylinder liner can be obtained--reduces piston slap and resultant engine noise. |
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High Top-ring position
The two-piece piston also features a high top-ring position--"dead" space is reduced resulting in lower emissions and better fuel efficiency. |
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Serviceability
Block is designed for first overhaul without reboring followed by two reborings with identical weight oversized pistons and lastly, the availability of dry sleeves. |
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Serviceability of Cylinder Heads
Cylinder heads -- both valve seats and guides are replaceable, making the head completely rebuildable. |
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Water Pump Serviceability
Water pump is externally mounted for easy access. |
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Quick Access Side Covers
Cam followers are attached to side covers for easy access. |
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Cam Lobes
Easy inspection of cam lobes. |
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Pushrod Removal
Allows pushrod removal without pulling the cam. |
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Elevator Mechanism/Bowl
General earthmoving to finish work with work-alone capability. |
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Two-speed Elevator Drive
Low speed and high horsepower for tough materials or deeper cuts and high speed with lower horsepower for easier materials or windrow loading. |
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Elevator Flights
Elevator flights break up the material during the loading and unloading process which helps reduce fill area workload. |
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Retracting Floor
Retracting floor, bulldozer ejector and reversible elevator provide clean, quick material ejection. |
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Low-profile Bowl
Low-profile bowl design lets loaded material flow to the rear of the bowl--new material enters with less resistance. |
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Wide Cutting Edge
Wide cutting edge allows a large volume of material to enter the bowl--even with shallow cuts, loads are obtained quickly. |
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Angled Ejector Top Plate
Angled top plate on ejector helps retain loads for maximum productivity and minimum haul road spillage. |
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Adjustable Throat Opening
Adjustable throat opening--lower elevator linkage may be adjusted from 25 to 400 mm/1 to 16 inches from the cutting edge for optimum loading with various material types and conditions. |
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Durability/Reliability
Roller mounted design of the retractable floor reduces the chance of binding. Positive support, while closed, transfers stresses from the rollers to the bowl frame. |
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Carrier Rollers
Heat-treated carrier rollers and chain idlers for wear resistance. |
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Elevator Flights
Elevator flights are triangularly reinforced for strength. Flexible elevator mounting prevents damage from sudden shock. |
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Cellular Bowl
Cellular bowl construction for strength and dent resistance. |
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Serviceability
Segmented elevator drive sprockets allow exchange without removing the chain. |
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Cutting Edges
Caterpillar cutting edges help you match the machine to job requirements. |
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Lower Cost
Reversibility extends the life which lowers your Ground Engaging Tool cost. |
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Long Life
Heat-treated and through hardened with minimum Rockwell surface hardness of 45 helps provide a long life before reversal is required. |
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Warranted
All scraper ground engaging tools are warranted against breakage--if any of the components breaks during normal operation, Caterpillar will replace them free of charge. (Refer to complete Caterpillar Ground Engaging Tool warranty.) |
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Operator's Compartment
Logical, convenient control placement and exceptional operator comfort promote fast, confident machine operation for top productivity. |
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Excellent Viewing Area
Cutting edge enhances finish work capability and overall loading and dumping effectiveness. Whether loading, dumping or hauling the operator can easily monitor machine operation conditions with the gauges. |
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Seat
The seat is multi-adjustable with air/hydraulic suspension for shift-long comfort. |
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Steering Wheel
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel enhances operational comfort and allows easier entrance and exit. |
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Variable-Flow Steering
Modulated, variable-flow steering for precise, low effort maneuverability. |
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Controls
Controls are easy to reach with low operational effort. |
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Ejector Return
Ejector return with detent and automatic kickout allows operator to concentrate on other areas of machine operation. |
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Sound
The operator exposure level is 75 dB(A) when equipped with optional cab. |
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Vibration
Resiliently mounted engine, cab/canopy, and transmission minimize vibration of the operator's compartment. |
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Tilt-out Windshield
Tilt-out windshield allows additional control of fresh air circulation. |
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Integral Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)
Canopy is included in the standard arrangement. Cab (optional) further protection from the elements, includes rear window wiper and washer. Optional heater or heater/air conditioner provides pressurization, filtration and temperature-controlled air. |
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Electronic Monitoring System
Three stages of alert notify the operator of varying degrees of required action to avoid possible damage or failure to components/systems. |
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Serviceability
Less time spent on maintenance gives you more time on the job. |
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Diagnostic Connector
Diagnostic connector (located in the cab) allows quick analysis of the starting and charging system with the aid of a service tool. |
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Wiring
With the increasing use of electronics in today's machines, the quality of materials and design are having a greater effect on machine availability. |
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Commonality
Consistent use of numerical coding and coloring of wires across the product line means service personnel can transfer their electrical system knowledge from one CAT machine to another. |
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Connectors
Junctions stay clean and solid with non-automotive type connectors. |
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Braiding
Braiding provides protection against abrasion and helps keep routing clean. |
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Bosses
For attachment of bolt-on clips to keep wiring in place--prevents loose connections due to vibration and failures due to abrasion. |
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Final Drives
Outboard, planetary final drives can be removed independently of wheel mounting and brakes. |
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Check Points
Quick connect/disconnect check points enable hydraulic pressures to be obtained quickly and easily. Periodic inspection and diagnosis of hydraulic system problems is enhanced. |
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Ground-Level Access
Ground-level access--transmission fill and check, hydraulic fill and check, manual fuel check (gauge in cab) and fill, majority of grease points, fuel tank sediment and water drain, air tanks sediment and water drain, air filters, batteries, rear brake reservoir, engine oil filter, transmission filter and primary fuel filter. |
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Maintenance Platform
Maintenance platform access--engine oil check and fill, engine coolant level check and fill, front brake reervoir, hydraulic system filter, secondary fuel filter. |
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Customer Support
Caterpillar dealer services help you operate longer with lower costs. |
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Parts
Parts--time spent waiting on parts directly affects your bottom line! Caterpillar and its worldwide dealer network maintain the largest and most comprehensive parts support system in the industry. Most parts are immediately available directly from the dealer. Worldwide distribution centers provide backup support. |
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Service
Whether in the dealer's fully equipped shop or in the field, trained service personnel using the latest technology and tooling will keep your equipment working. |
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Exchange Components
Exchange components--for quick, yet cost-effective repairs with minimal downtime. |
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Machine Management
Cat dealers help manage equipment investments. |
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Vehicle Systems Analysis
Vehicle systems analysis is used to match the right machine to your job conditions. |
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Preventive Maintenance
Effective preventive maintenance programs are available. |
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Diagnostic Programs
Diagnostic programs like Scheduled Oil Sampling and Technical Analysis are useful. |
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Cost-effective Repair
Diagnostic programs like Scheduled Oil Sampling and Technical Analysis are useful. |
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Training
Customer meetings, training for operators and mechanics are utilized. |
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Literature
Extensive operation and maintenance guides, parts manuals and other support information help you get the full value out of your equipment investment. |
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Financing/Leasing
Financing/leasing--through CAT Financial or an alternate source, your dealer can arrange attractive financing or leasing on the entire line of Cat equipment. |
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