The Caterpillar 3508 is engineered for continuous heavy-duty industrial and mining applications. It delivers exceptional time between overhauls (TBO), high low-end torque, and low total cost of ownership across off-highway haul trucks, mud pumps, and rail locomotives.
3500 Series Architecture:
- 60-degree V8 high-strength alloy cast-iron block designed for multiple rebuild lifecycles.
- Electronic or mechanical unit injectors (EUI / MUI) providing precise high-pressure fuel atomization.
- Individual 4-valve cylinder heads for simplified field serviceability and optimal airflow.
- Full-flow piston cooling jets delivering continuous oil spray to the piston crown gallery.
For your largest power needs in any environment, Cat 3508 Industrial Diesel Engines offer the unsurpassed performance and durability your customers need to keep their industrial applications and operations running. They deliver high power output, proven reliability and excellent fuel efficiency. These engines maintain low operating costs to keep your customers profitable for years to come. Industries and applications powered by 3508 engines include: Bore/Drill Rigs, Chippers/Grinders, Construction, Cranes, Dredgers, Forestry, General Industrial, Material Handling, Mining, Mobile Earthmoving Equipment, Pumps, Shovels/Draglines, Surface Hauling Equipment and Trenchers. 3508 engines, with ratings: 507-746 bkW (680-1000 bhp) @ 1200-1800 rpm, are non-certified. They are available for global non-regulated areas.
Reliable, Quiet and Durable Power
World-class manufacturing capability and processes coupled with proven core engine designs assure reliability, quiet operation, and many hours of productive life.
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel consumption optimized to match operating cycles of a wide range of equipment and applications while maintaining low operating costs.
Quality
Every Cat engine is manufactured to stringent quality standards in order to assure customer satisfaction.