| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | CG260-16 |
| Year | 2026 |
| Condition | New |
| Stock Number | USP010982 |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Wattage | 4.3 MW |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
| Hours | Zero |
| Voltage | 11000 |
| Location | Europe |
USP&E Global holds exclusive inventory rights to this new Caterpillar CG260-16 natural gas generator, a zero-hours, 2026-manufactured generator set delivering 4.3 MW at 50 Hz and 11,000 volts, available now from stock in Europe. This new Caterpillar CG260-16 natural gas generator represents one of the most capable and versatile reciprocating gas engine packages available at this output class, engineered for continuous base load power, combined heat and power, and independent grid support applications. With zero operating hours and a 2026 manufacture date, the unit is in factory-new condition, fully certified, and ready for immediate deployment across European and international project sites. This asset is held exclusively by USP&E and cannot be sourced through any other channel, making it a rare and time-sensitive opportunity for developers, utilities, and independent power producers operating in competitive energy markets.
The new Caterpillar CG260-16 natural gas generator is built on Caterpillar's proven 16-cylinder CG260 gas engine platform, a design optimised for high efficiency, low emissions, and long-term reliability in demanding continuous-duty environments. Rated at 4.3 MW electrical output, this generator set is ideally configured for projects requiring a new gas generator for CHP, where the simultaneous recovery of heat and power from a single fuel input significantly improves overall plant efficiency and reduces operational costs. At 11,000 volts and 50 Hz, the unit is directly compatible with European grid infrastructure and international networks operating at standard European frequency, minimising the balance-of-plant engineering required for grid synchronisation and interconnection. The combined heat and power natural gas generator set configuration also makes this unit attractive for industrial facilities, district energy schemes, data centres, hospitals, universities, and any high-availability site where thermal loads and electrical demand can be co-optimised. For independent grid support applications, the fast-start capability and load-following performance of the CG260-16 platform provide grid operators with a reliable dispatchable asset in environments where grid stability margins are tightening.
USP&E Global is a full-service turnkey power plant EPC contractor with more than 150 completed power station projects across 45 countries, and the company is fully prepared to deliver this new Caterpillar CG260-16 natural gas generator as part of a complete engineering, procurement, and construction solution. From initial site assessment and civil works through to mechanical and electrical installation, grid connection, commissioning, and performance testing, USP&E manages every phase of the project to ISO 9001:2015 quality standards and ISO 45001:2018 occupational health and safety standards. Beyond construction, USP&E offers comprehensive operations and maintenance programmes and long-term service agreements tailored to this specific generator set model, ensuring that continuous base load power generator performance is sustained across the full asset lifecycle. For projects in frontier and emerging markets, USP&E's power station O&M frontier markets capability means that remote site logistics, local workforce development, and regulatory compliance are managed alongside the technical scope, reducing execution risk for project sponsors and lenders. USP&E is 100 percent OFAC and FCPA compliant, providing the governance assurance required by international development finance institutions, export credit agencies, and private equity sponsors. With over 3,000 MW of exclusive inventory and ownership of more than 100 MW outright, USP&E brings both asset availability and project execution capability to the table in a way no other single counterpart can match.
To acquire this new Caterpillar CG260-16 natural gas generator or to explore how USP&E can deliver it as part of a fully engineered power project, click Fast Quote on this page or contact the USP&E Global team directly to proceed. This is an exclusive asset held under USP&E stock number USP010982, and given the current demand for zero-hours, new-build gas generation capacity in Europe and globally, buyer interest is expected to be strong. Act now to secure this new Caterpillar CG260-16 natural gas generator before availability changes.
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