1.6 MW 2008 Used Caterpillar 3516

USP&E is selling: 1.6 MW 2008 Used Caterpillar 3516 Diesel Generator Set
50 Hz; 400 Volts;1500 RPM

Units available: 1
**Note that price is Per Unit

This used Caterpillar 3516 diesel generator is a 1.6 MW, 50 Hz, 400-volt generator set manufactured in 2008 and available exclusively through USP&E Global. Logged at just 1,800 hours, this unit represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for buyers seeking proven, low-hour diesel generation capacity in Asia and beyond. The used Caterpillar 3516 diesel generator is configured for mission-critical standby, prime power, and continuous industrial operations, making it one of the most versatile assets in USP&E's exclusive inventory of over 3,000 MW. Offered in used condition with its operational history intact, this asset cannot be found through any other supplier. USP&E holds this unit under stock number USP010902 and maintains full documentation to support rapid due diligence, fast-track procurement, and seamless deployment. Whether the application is emergency standby or sustained baseload generation, the used Caterpillar 3516 diesel generator delivers the output, reliability, and brand pedigree that project developers and industrial operators demand.

The Caterpillar 3516 is a V-16 diesel engine platform that has earned a global reputation for durability, fuel efficiency, and service accessibility in remote and demanding environments. At 1.6 MW output, 50 Hz frequency, and 400-volt configuration, this used Caterpillar 3516 diesel generator aligns directly with the grid standards and load profiles most common across Asia, the Middle East, and Sub-Saharan Africa, making it a natural fit for frontier and emerging market deployments where grid reliability is limited or absent. With only 1,800 hours of recorded operation, this generator set has a substantial service life ahead, and the Caterpillar 3516 engine family is supported by one of the widest global dealer and parts networks in the diesel power generation industry. For buyers sourcing a used diesel generator for prime power, this unit delivers the rated output, the documented history, and the mechanical robustness to serve as a primary generation asset without the capital outlay of new equipment. Equally, as a standby diesel generator set in Asia or other regions with unreliable grid infrastructure, the 3516 platform provides the fast-start reliability and load-acceptance characteristics that mission-critical facilities require.

USP&E Global does not simply sell equipment. With over 150 completed power station projects across 45 countries, USP&E is a fully integrated EPC and O&M provider capable of taking this used Caterpillar 3516 diesel generator from point of purchase through to full commissioning and long-term operation. As a turnkey power plant EPC contractor, USP&E manages all aspects of project execution, including site assessment, civil works, electrical integration, fuel system installation, load testing, and regulatory compliance, delivering a complete power station solution rather than a standalone asset transaction. For clients who require continued operational support after commissioning, USP&E offers structured diesel generator O&M services for frontier markets and established markets alike, including long-term service agreements, preventive maintenance scheduling, remote monitoring, and rapid-response technical support. This end-to-end capability is particularly valuable for mining operations, industrial processing facilities, data centres, hospitals, military installations, and any other application where generation downtime carries severe operational or financial consequence. USP&E is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certified, and 100% OFAC and FCPA compliant, ensuring that every transaction and every project execution meets the highest international standards for quality, safety, and integrity. The company owns over 100 MW of generation capacity outright and holds exclusivity on more than 500 MW, meaning that assets like this mission-critical diesel generator set cannot be sourced through any other channel.

The used Caterpillar 3516 diesel generator listed here under stock number USP010902 represents a rare combination of low hours, proven platform reliability, and immediate availability from a supplier with the global project execution capability to deploy it anywhere in the world. Buyers seeking a used diesel generator for prime power, a standby diesel generator set in Asia, or a turnkey generation solution backed by full EPC and O&M support should act quickly, as USP&E's exclusive inventory moves fast. Contact USP&E Global today or click Fast Quote to receive a rapid commercial response on this asset.

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