Used Caterpillar 800 kW Diesel Generator Set – CAT 3412, 1180 HP, 480V, 852 Hours, Enclosed with Fuel Tank

Manufacturer Information

• Manufacturer: Caterpillar Inc.

• Model: 3412

• Serial Number: 2WJ06072

• Year Built: 2000

• Condition: Used – excellent operating condition, 852 hours

Description

This used Caterpillar 800 kW diesel generator set is powered by the reliable CAT 3412 industrial engine, rated 1180 HP at 1800 RPM, delivering 800 kW standby and 725 kW prime power output. Built in 2000, this unit offers proven Caterpillar performance, high electrical stability, and long service life for both standby and continuous power applications.

The generator operates at 277/480V, 3-phase, 60 Hz (6-lead, non-reconnectable) and includes a PMG (Permanent Magnet Generator) for stable voltage under dynamic loads. It features a 2500-amp main-line circuit breaker, EMCP II+ digital control panel, battery charger, and coolant heater for reliable startup and performance.

Housed in a sound-attenuated weatherproof enclosure, this generator also includes a 1600-gallon sub-base fuel tank, providing extended runtime and durability for industrial and commercial backup power applications.

With only 852 operating hours, this CAT 3412 generator is a low-hour, complete standby power solution ready for installation.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Caterpillar Inc.

• Model: 3412

• Serial Number: 2WJ06072

• Power Rating:

  • Standby: 800 kW

  • Prime: 725 kW

• Engine Power: 1180 HP @ 1800 RPM

• Voltage: 277/480V, 3-phase, 60 Hz

• Configuration: 6-lead, non-reconnectable

• Generator Type: PMG – Permanent Magnet Generator

• Control System: EMCP II+ digital control panel

• Main Breaker: 2500-amp

• Accessories: Battery charger, coolant heater

• Enclosure: Sound-attenuated, weatherproof design

• Fuel Tank: 1600-gallon sub-base tank

• Runtime: 852 hours

• Built: 2000

• Condition: Used – excellent operational condition

Applications

• Industrial standby or prime power supply

• Data centers and critical facility backup power

• Hospitals, schools, and municipal power systems

• Manufacturing and process plants

• Mining, oil, and gas operations

• Construction and remote site power generation

• Agricultural and irrigation systems

• Telecommunication site backup

• Emergency and disaster response power

• Utility and peak load management

What Might This Be Used For?

The Caterpillar 3412 Diesel Generator Set is designed for reliable power generation in industrial, commercial, and institutional environments. With PMG excitation for clean voltage output and a sound-attenuated enclosure for quiet operation, it’s ideal for backup or continuous power applications.

The integrated 1600-gallon sub-base fuel tank provides extended runtime, while the EMCP II+ control panel simplifies operation and monitoring. Its low 852 hours make this an exceptional choice for facilities needing dependable, ready-to-run standby power.