C-10 Petroleum Engine Caterpillar

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Caterpillar engines are identified by serial numbers and by arrangement numbers. These numbers are shown on the engine serial number plate and on the engine information plate. Caterpillar dealers need these numbers in order to determine the components that were included with the engine. This permits accurate identification of replacement part numbers.

Serial Number Plate (1)

The engine serial number plate is located on the right side of the engine block near the rear of the engine.

Engine serial number ____________________

Engine model ____________________

Arrangement number ____________________

Information Plate (2)

The engine information plate is located on the valve cover.

Setpoint of the engine altitude derate ____________________

Horsepower ____________________

High idle ____________________

Full load engine speed ____________________

Fuel settings ____________________

The engine identification plate also contains other important information about the engine.