We have 12 new CAT 3516B generators for sale — 6 open skid, 6 containerized. Each unit is rated 2000 kVA / 1600 kW, 50Hz, 1500 RPM, Prime Power, with the CAT EMCP 4.2 control panel. Units are new and unused, currently located in the USA, and available for export to any international destination. Price on request – contact us at sales@falconcargo.net.
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Full Technical Specifications — CAT 3516B Generator for Sale
- Make / Model: Caterpillar 3516B Gen-Set
- Condition: New
- Output: 2000 kVA / 1600 kW
- Frequency: 50 Hz
- Speed: 1500 RPM
- Power Rating: Prime Power
- Fuel Economy: LO-BSFC (Low Brake Specific Fuel Consumption)
- Control Panel: CAT Premium EMCP 4.2
- Governor: Electronic Governor
- Air Cleaner: Standard Duty
- Starter: 24 Volt Electric Starter
- Alternator: 45 Amp Charging Alternator
- Battery: Battery Set Included
- Cooling: Radiator Included
- Units available: 12 total (6 open skid / 6 containerized)
- Location: USA
- Price: On request — sales@falconcargo.net
CAT 3516B Generator for Sale: Open Skid vs Containerized
Both configurations run the same engine and electrical package. The difference is how the unit is packaged for installation and transport.
Open skid – 6 units
Open skid units have no enclosure. Engine, alternator, radiator, and control panel sit on a structural steel base frame. This is the right choice when the generator goes into an existing engine room or a purpose-built structure at the site. Lighter than the containerized version, easier to integrate into custom setups, lower crane requirements at installation.
For ocean export, open skid units ship on flat rack containers or breakbulk depending on final dimensions and the destination port’s handling capability. We handle bracing and weatherproofing as part of export preparation.
Containerized – 6 units
Containerized units are in a weather-resistant steel enclosure on a standard ISO frame — ventilation louvers, access door, acoustic lining. The unit arrives ready to connect. No engine room, no additional structure needed at the site.
For outdoor remote deployments — mining, oil field, construction sites, isolated industrial facilities — containerized is usually the faster path to commissioning. For export, these ship as standard ISO cargo: regular container vessel schedules, no special port handling at most destinations.
CAT 3516B Engine
The 3516B is a V-16 diesel, 69.1-liter displacement. It has been the reference platform for 1,600–2,000 kW prime power for over 20 years. That matters in procurement because it means parts are available everywhere, technicians know the engine, and the service history of the platform is well-documented.
The B-variant runs about 8% better fuel economy than the base 3516. On these units the LO-BSFC package takes that further. At continuous prime power load, the fuel consumption difference versus competing platforms at the same kVA rating is real — it shows up in operating costs within the first year of continuous use.
Cat dealer coverage extends across Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia — the markets where 50Hz prime power units in this class are most commonly deployed. That parts and service network is a practical reason procurement specs at mining companies, power developers, and EPC contractors default to CAT over other brands at this output class.
EMCP 4.2 Control Panel
Each unit ships with the CAT Premium EMCP 4.2. It handles automatic start/stop sequencing, engine monitoring, fault detection, and load management. Digital metering covers voltage, current, frequency, and power factor across all three phases.
The electronic governor on these units holds frequency under variable load — relevant for hospitals, data centers, and grid-parallel installations where load swings are part of normal operation. The 24-volt starting system and 45-amp charging alternator are sized for reliable cold-start across the temperature range typical of the target deployment regions.
Export from USA — How These Units Ship
All 12 units are in the United States. Falcon Cargo handles the full export process — no separate freight forwarder needed. We coordinate pickup from the current location, export documentation, AES filing, ocean freight booking, and port departure.
Generator sets of this specification are EAR99 for most destinations — no export license required for the majority of buyers. We run BIS and OFAC compliance screening on every shipment as standard. Export documentation includes commercial invoice with serial numbers and declared value, packing list, AES/EEI filing, and bill of lading. Full compliance per US Export Administration Regulations.
Open skid units ship flat rack or breakbulk. Containerized units go as standard ISO cargo on regular container vessel schedules.
Estimated ocean transit from US ports: Gulf ports 18–25 days, West Africa 16–22 days, East Africa 22–30 days, Central Asia via Black Sea or Caspian feeder 28–40 days.
Applications
These units are configured for 50Hz markets — the standard in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Australia. At Prime Power rating they are designed for continuous load, not occasional backup.
Where these units are typically deployed:
- Remote site prime power — mining, oil and gas, industrial facilities off-grid
- Island power and grid support — isolated grids, utility backup
- Data centers and critical facilities — continuous standby with EMCP 4.2 auto-start
- Large construction projects — temporary prime power during build phase
- Industrial process loads — manufacturing, processing plants, port operations
People Also Ask
What is the price of a CAT 3516B generator?
Price depends on configuration, quantity, and destination. For this offering — 12 new units, 50Hz Prime Power, EMCP 4.2, open skid and containerized — contact Falcon Cargo at sales@falconcargo.net. We respond to all inquiries directly by email.
What is the difference between open skid and containerized CAT 3516B?
Open skid is the engine, alternator, and controls on a base frame without an enclosure — goes inside an existing structure. Containerized is the same unit inside a weather-resistant ISO enclosure for outdoor deployment. Engine and electrical specs are identical on both. The choice comes down to the installation site.
Can CAT 3516B generators be exported from the USA?
Yes. CAT 3516B generator sets are EAR99 for most destinations — no specific export license required for the majority of international buyers. Standard export documentation applies: commercial invoice, AES/EEI filing, and BIS/OFAC compliance screening. Falcon Cargo manages the full export process from US origin through destination port.
What does Prime Power rating mean on a CAT 3516B?
Prime Power means the unit is rated for continuous operation as the primary power source. The CAT 3516B at Prime Power delivers 2000 kVA / 1600 kW continuously at 50Hz. Standby rating covers a higher short-term output for emergency backup only. For sites without grid connection, Prime Power is the correct spec.
How long does it take to ship a CAT 3516B from USA to the Middle East or Africa?
Gulf ports: 18–25 days. West Africa: 16–22 days. East Africa: 22–30 days. Containerized units travel on standard container vessel schedules with frequent departures. Open skid on flat rack depends on available sailings for the specific route. Falcon Cargo handles routing and booking from US origin.
Inquiries
12 new CAT 3516B units available now – 6 open skid, 6 containerized, 50Hz, Prime Power, ready for export from the USA. Falcon Cargo handles logistics, documentation, and export compliance end to end.
