USP010731

1.6 MW 2018 Used Caterpillar 3516B

USD 322,000

Description


USP&E is selling: 1.6 MW 2018 Used Caterpillar 3516B Diesel Generator Sets
50 Hz; 400 Volts; 1500 RPM

Units available: 10 - 1.6 MW Per Unit
**Note that price is Per Unit (Batch Sell)

Used Caterpillar 3516B diesel generator units of this caliber represent some of the most sought-after mid-range power assets in the global secondary market, and USP&E Global is proud to offer this 2018-vintage, 1.6 MW unit as an exclusive listing that cannot be sourced through any other channel. Carrying stock number USP010731, this used Caterpillar 3516B diesel generator is configured as a complete generator set, operating at 50 Hz and 400 V, with approximately 2,000 hours of recorded run time. Located in Asia and available for rapid mobilization across frontier and emerging markets, this asset represents outstanding value for buyers seeking proven, low-hours diesel generating capacity without the capital outlay of new equipment. As a used Caterpillar 3516B diesel generator, it benefits from the global Caterpillar service network and the extensive parts availability that makes the 3516B platform one of the most dependable and maintainable in the diesel power industry. USP&E holds this asset exclusively, meaning buyers engaging directly with USP&E are accessing a unit that is simply not available elsewhere in the market.

The Caterpillar 3516B is a V16, four-stroke, turbocharged and aftercooled diesel engine platform that Caterpillar engineered specifically for continuous, high-demand power generation in the most challenging environments on earth. At 1.6 MW output, this used Caterpillar 3516B diesel generator sits in a power class that serves an exceptionally wide range of applications, from remote operations and utilities infrastructure where grid connectivity is absent or unreliable, to large commercial buildings requiring dependable base-load or standby power, to industrial and manufacturing plants where process continuity is non-negotiable. The 50 Hz frequency and 400 V output configuration makes this generator set a natural fit for markets across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and any territory operating on standard IEC grid parameters. With only 2,000 hours on the frame, this unit remains well within the early operational phase of its service life, meaning a buyer acquires not just current generating capacity but a substantial runway of productive asset life before any major overhaul intervals are reached. For mission-critical applications including data infrastructure, telecommunications, hospitality, healthcare facilities, and continuous industrial processes, the reliability profile of the 3516B platform at this hours level is exceptionally strong. This is a standby and prime power diesel generator that is equally at home providing continuous baseload power to a remote mining camp as it is providing emergency standby cover to a critical commercial facility.

USP&E Global does not simply list and sell power assets. As a multinational EPC and O&M company with more than 150 completed power station projects across 45 countries and an exclusive inventory exceeding 3,000 MW, USP&E brings full project delivery capability to every asset transaction. Buyers of this used diesel generator for remote operations can engage USP&E to deliver a complete turnkey solution encompassing site assessment, civil and electrical engineering, transportation and logistics, installation, commissioning, load testing, and operator training. USP&E's turnkey power plant EPC contractor services mean that a buyer in a frontier market does not need to coordinate multiple vendors across multiple disciplines. USP&E manages the entire scope from asset acquisition through to energization and ongoing operations. For clients requiring post-commissioning support, USP&E offers comprehensive Operations and Maintenance contracts and Long-Term Service Agreements structured to guarantee availability, manage scheduled maintenance intervals, and protect asset value over the full contract term. This industrial diesel generator set Asia availability positions USP&E uniquely for regional buyers who need both the asset and the delivery infrastructure in a single, accountable relationship. USP&E is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certified, ensuring that every stage of project execution meets internationally recognized standards for quality management and occupational health and safety. USP&E is also 100% OFAC and FCPA compliant, giving government agencies, development finance institutions, multilateral lenders, and corporate procurement teams the compliance confidence they need to proceed without hesitation.

This USP&E exclusive power asset is available now and will not remain in inventory indefinitely. Buyers operating in the used diesel generator for remote operations segment, or seeking a proven standby and prime power diesel generator for industrial, commercial, or infrastructure applications, should treat this listing as a time-sensitive opportunity. The combination of a 2018 build year, 2,000 recorded hours, 50 Hz and 400 V output, and full Caterpillar parts and service ecosystem makes this used Caterpillar 3516B diesel generator one of the stronger value propositions currently available in the sub-2 MW diesel generator set market. USP&E Global is ready to support this acquisition with full EPC delivery, O&M services, and financing facilitation where applicable. Click Fast Quote on this listing page to receive a rapid commercial response, or contact the USP&E Global sales team directly to discuss technical specifications, logistics, site requirements, and project scope. Powering Possibility. Built for the Frontier.


Built for the Frontier

USP&E is a turnkey power solutions company delivering EPC, O&M, and equipment supply in frontier and industrial markets where speed, technical depth, and operational reliability are non-negotiable.

  • 150+ power stations built across utility, industrial, mining, and IPP applications
  • 25,000 MW of power supplied over 24+ years of project delivery
  • 45+ countries served across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean
  • Full EPC scope covering engineering, procurement, civil works, installation, commissioning, and long-term O&M or LTSA support
  • ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certified across all operations

Beyond Equipment Supply

USP&E provides owner's engineering, equipment refurbishment, predictive maintenance via SmartPower AI, and bridge power solutions for fast-track deployments. Whether your project is a single 1MW genset or a 100MW combined cycle plant, our team integrates balance of plant, fuel systems, electrical infrastructure, and long-term operations under one accountable contract.

Certifications: Download ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certificates

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