Caterpillar Marine Engines With Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps: C18, C32, 3508, 3512, 3516 & C280
Why can two Caterpillar marine engines from the same engine family use different auxiliary sea water pumps?
It is an important question when sourcing replacement marine cooling-system components.
A Caterpillar C32, for example, should not automatically be associated with one universal auxiliary sea water pump. Different C32 configurations can use different pump assemblies depending on the engine serial number, arrangement, application and cooling-system configuration.
The same principle applies to other Caterpillar marine engines, including the C18, 3508, 3512, 3516, 3612, 3616 and C280 families.
This can create confusion when an engineer removes a damaged pump and searches only by engine model.
“I need an auxiliary sea water pump for a Caterpillar C32.”
That may not provide enough information to identify the correct replacement.
In this guide, we look at Caterpillar marine engines associated with auxiliary sea water pumps, important pump and Reman part numbers, why multiple pump references can exist within the same engine family, and what information should be checked before ordering.
For Caterpillar engine components, browse our Caterpillar Marine Engine Parts catalogue.
Need a specific pump? Request a Quote and send us your engine model, complete serial number, arrangement number and existing pump part number whenever available.
What Is an Auxiliary Sea Water Pump?
An auxiliary sea water pump forms part of an applicable marine cooling system.
A marine diesel engine generates substantial heat during operation. That heat needs to be transferred away from the engine and associated equipment.
Depending on the installation, seawater can circulate through heat exchangers and other applicable cooling circuits to remove heat from systems such as:
- Engine cooling heat exchangers
- Charge-air coolers
- Aftercoolers
- Lubricating-oil coolers
- Transmission cooling circuits
- Auxiliary equipment
The exact arrangement depends on the engine and vessel.
This is why terms such as sea water pump, seawater pump, raw water pump and auxiliary sea water pump should not automatically be treated as describing the same component on every Caterpillar marine engine.
Can a Marine Engine Use More Than One Sea Water Pump?
Yes.
Some marine installations can have multiple seawater pumps.
Possible arrangements include:
- One engine-driven pump plus another auxiliary pump
- Separate pumps for different cooling circuits
- One duty pump plus one standby pump
- Separate engine and auxiliary-equipment cooling pumps
- Multiple vessel-level seawater pumps supplying different systems
However, there is an important distinction.
Multiple pump part numbers do not automatically mean two pumps are installed on the same engine.
If Caterpillar lists several auxiliary sea water pump references across the C32 family, for example, that does not prove every C32 uses all of those pumps simultaneously.
Different numbers can exist because of:
- Engine serial-number range
- Engine arrangement
- Production revision
- Propulsion versus auxiliary application
- Generator application
- Cooling-system configuration
- Engine rating
- Vessel installation
- New versus Reman supply
- Superseded components
Always identify the individual engine and installed pump before ordering.
Caterpillar Marine Engines With Auxiliary Sea Water Pump Applications
Important Caterpillar marine-engine families associated with auxiliary seawater-pump applications include:
| Caterpillar EngineConfigurationAuxiliary Sea Water Pump Relevance | ||
| Caterpillar C18 | Inline 6 | 308-2632 applications |
| Caterpillar C32 | V12 | Multiple auxiliary sea water pump configurations |
| Caterpillar C32B | V12 | Related C32-family applications |
| Caterpillar 3508 | V8 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3508B | V8 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3508C | V8 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3512 | V12 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3512B | V12 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3512C | V12 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3516 | V16 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3516B | V16 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3516C | V16 | 248-2858 applications |
| Caterpillar 3612 | V12 | 473-0553 applications |
| Caterpillar 3616 | V16 | 473-0553 applications |
| Caterpillar C280-6 | Inline 6 | 473-0551 applications |
| Caterpillar C280-8 | Inline 8 | 473-0551 applications |
| Caterpillar C280-12 | V12 | 473-0551 / 473-0553 applications |
| Caterpillar C280-16 | V16 | 473-0551 / 473-0553 applications |
Important Compatibility Note
This table identifies engine families associated with the referenced pump applications.
It is not an interchangeability chart and does not mean every version of each engine uses the listed pump.
Always verify the engine serial number, arrangement and existing pump part number.
Caterpillar Auxiliary Sea Water Pump Part Numbers
Several important Caterpillar auxiliary sea water pump references are relevant to these engine families.
| New Part NumberReman ReferenceApplicable Engine Family | ||
| 308-2632 / 3082632 | Verify by individual application | C18 |
| 436-1239 / 4361239 | 30R-1359 / 30R1359 | C32 applications |
| 584-2156 / 5842156 | 30R-1362 / 30R1362 | C32 applications |
| 248-2858 / 2482858 | 30R-1360 / 30R1360 | 3508 / 3512 / 3516 families |
| 473-0551 / 4730551 | Verify by individual application | C280 family |
| 473-0553 / 4730553 | Verify by individual application | 3612 / 3616 / C280 family |
We do not assign a Reman reference unless the relationship can be verified for the applicable pump.
Caterpillar C18 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
The Caterpillar C18 Marine Engine is widely used across marine propulsion and commercial applications.
One documented auxiliary sea water pump associated with C18 marine-engine applications is:
Caterpillar 308-2632 / 3082632
Part Type: Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
Engine Family: Caterpillar C18 Marine Engine
System: Marine cooling system
The pump circulates seawater through the applicable cooling system to help remove heat generated during engine operation.
Do not assume every Caterpillar C18 uses 308-2632.
Different C18 configurations and arrangements can use different cooling-system components.
When requesting the pump, provide:
Engine model: Caterpillar C18
Complete engine serial number:
Serial-number prefix:
Arrangement number:
Existing pump number:
Quantity:
Photographs of the existing pump and engine dataplate can also help with identification.
Caterpillar C32 Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps
The Caterpillar C32 Marine Engine is particularly important because multiple auxiliary sea water pump configurations exist across the wider C32 family.
Two important references are:
Caterpillar 436-1239 / 4361239
Part Type: Sea Water Auxiliary Pump
The 436-1239 / 4361239 is associated with applicable Caterpillar C32 applications including marine-engine and marine-auxiliary configurations.
The associated Caterpillar Reman alternative is:
30R-1359 / 30R1359
Therefore, an important New-to-Reman relationship is:
436-1239 / 4361239 → 30R-1359 / 30R1359 Reman
For additional information about this pump, see our Caterpillar 436-1239 Sea Water Auxiliary Pump & 30R-1359 Reman product page.
Caterpillar 584-2156 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
Another important C32 reference is:
Caterpillar 584-2156 / 5842156
Part Type: Sea Water Auxiliary Pump
Applicable Family: Caterpillar C32 marine-engine applications
The associated Reman alternative is:
30R-1362 / 30R1362
Therefore:
584-2156 / 5842156 → 30R-1362 / 30R1362 Reman
The Caterpillar C32 family is therefore an excellent example of why a customer should not order a pump using only the engine model.
Are Caterpillar 436-1239 and 584-2156 the Same Pump?
They should not be treated as interchangeable simply because both are associated with Caterpillar C32 applications.
The two references are:
436-1239 / 4361239
and:
584-2156 / 5842156
with corresponding Reman references:
30R-1359 / 30R1359
and:
30R-1362 / 30R1362
The correct pump depends on the applicable engine configuration.
Before replacing one with another, verify:
- Complete engine serial number
- Serial-number prefix
- Arrangement number
- Existing pump number
- Cooling-system configuration
Do not select the pump by appearance alone.
Why Does the Caterpillar C32 Have Different Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps?
Because C32 identifies an engine family rather than one single unchanging engine configuration.
Individual C32 engines can differ according to:
- Serial-number prefix
- Production revision
- Engine arrangement
- Rating
- Propulsion application
- Marine auxiliary application
- Generator application
- Cooling configuration
- Installed accessories
That can result in different auxiliary sea water pump requirements.
This is why:
“C32 sea water pump”
is not a complete parts enquiry.
A much better enquiry is:
“C32, ESN XXXXXXXX, arrangement XXXXXXX, existing pump 436-1239.”
That gives considerably more useful information for correct parts identification.
Does a Caterpillar C32 Use Two Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps?
Not necessarily.
This question is important because multiple C32 auxiliary sea water pump part numbers exist.
Multiple C32 pump part numbers do not prove that every C32 uses two pumps simultaneously.
A particular marine installation could use multiple seawater pumps or multiple cooling circuits.
Another C32 may use a completely different arrangement.
If two pump numbers appear in documentation, determine whether they represent:
Two pumps installed in one cooling system
or:
Alternative pumps used on different engine configurations.
Never assume they are two simultaneously installed pumps without checking the engine and vessel cooling-system schematic.
Caterpillar 3508 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
Moving into the Caterpillar 3500 Series brings us to the Caterpillar 3508 family.
Applicable marine configurations include:
Caterpillar 3508B
Caterpillar 3508C
An important auxiliary sea water pump associated with applicable 3508 marine configurations is:
Caterpillar 248-2858 / 2482858
The same pump reference also appears across applicable Caterpillar 3512 and 3516 marine-engine configurations.
The associated Reman reference is:
Caterpillar 30R-1360 / 30R1360
Therefore:
248-2858 / 2482858 → 30R-1360 / 30R1360 Reman
However, this relationship should still be verified against the individual engine before ordering.
Caterpillar 3512 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
The Caterpillar 3512 Marine Engine is a well-established large commercial marine-engine platform.
Relevant configurations include:
Caterpillar 3512
Caterpillar 3512B
Caterpillar 3512C
The:
248-2858 / 2482858 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
appears across applicable 3512-family marine configurations.
Its associated Reman alternative is:
30R-1360 / 30R1360
Therefore:
248-2858 / 2482858 → 30R-1360 / 30R1360 Reman
The presence of this pump across multiple Caterpillar 3500 Series engines makes it especially important to check the individual engine arrangement rather than relying only on the engine family.
Caterpillar 3516 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
The Caterpillar 3516 Marine Engine extends the 3500 Series into a sixteen-cylinder platform.
Relevant configurations include:
Caterpillar 3516
Caterpillar 3516B
Caterpillar 3516C
Applicable configurations are also associated with:
248-2858 / 2482858 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
with:
30R-1360 / 30R1360 Reman
This creates an interesting cross-family parts relationship.
The same pump family can appear across applicable:
3508
3512
3516
marine-engine configurations.
Does 248-2858 Fit Every Caterpillar 3508, 3512 and 3516?
No.
This distinction is essential.
The fact that:
Caterpillar 248-2858 / 2482858
is associated with applicable 3508, 3512 and 3516 marine-engine families does not mean it fits every engine carrying one of those model names.
Compatibility still depends on the specific engine.
Before ordering, check:
Engine model
Engine serial number
Serial-number prefix
Arrangement number
Existing pump part number
This is especially important with older 3500 Series engines because the engine may also have undergone previous modifications or repairs.
For additional information about these engines, see our Caterpillar 3500 Marine Engine Maintenance Schedule.
Caterpillar 3612 & 3616 Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps
Moving into substantially larger Caterpillar machinery brings us to the Caterpillar 3600 Series.
Relevant marine engines include:
Caterpillar 3612
and:
Caterpillar 3616
One auxiliary sea water pump associated with applicable marine configurations is:
Caterpillar 473-0553 / 4730553
The 473-0553 / 4730553 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump is associated with applicable marine-engine configurations including:
Caterpillar 3612
Caterpillar 3616
Caterpillar C280-12
Caterpillar C280-16
This is another example of a pump reference spanning more than one engine family.
Again, the exact installation must be verified before ordering.
For more information about the 3600 platform, visit our Caterpillar 3600 Marine Engine Parts page.
Caterpillar C280 Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps
At the larger end of the range is the Caterpillar C280 family.
Marine-engine configurations include:
Caterpillar C280-6
Caterpillar C280-8
Caterpillar C280-12
Caterpillar C280-16
An important auxiliary pump reference for this family is:
Caterpillar 473-0551 / 4730551
The 473-0551 / 4730551 Sea Water Auxiliary Pump is associated with applicable marine configurations of:
C280-6
C280-8
C280-12
C280-16
This makes it a particularly interesting pump because it spans the six-, eight-, twelve- and sixteen-cylinder C280 configurations.
Caterpillar 473-0553 on C280 Engines
The C280 family also demonstrates why multiple pump references should be handled carefully.
The:
473-0553 / 4730553 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump
is associated with applicable marine configurations of:
C280-12
C280-16
as well as:
3612
3616
Therefore, a C280-12 or C280-16 can appear in compatibility information for more than one auxiliary sea water pump reference.
But once again:
This does not prove that both pumps are installed simultaneously on every C280-12 or C280-16.
The individual cooling-system arrangement must be checked.
Caterpillar Auxiliary Sea Water Pump & Reman Comparison
Here is a practical summary of the principal pump numbers covered in this guide:
| New Caterpillar Part NumberReman Part NumberPump TypeApplicable Engine Families | |||
| 308-2632 / 3082632 | Verify by application | Auxiliary Sea Water Pump | C18 |
| 436-1239 / 4361239 | 30R-1359 / 30R1359 | Sea Water Auxiliary Pump | C32 |
| 584-2156 / 5842156 | 30R-1362 / 30R1362 | Sea Water Auxiliary Pump | C32 |
| 248-2858 / 2482858 | 30R-1360 / 30R1360 | Auxiliary Sea Water Pump | 3508 / 3512 / 3516 families |
| 473-0551 / 4730551 | Verify by application | Sea Water Auxiliary Pump | C280-6 / C280-8 / C280-12 / C280-16 |
| 473-0553 / 4730553 | Verify by application | Auxiliary Sea Water Pump | 3612 / 3616 / C280-12 / C280-16 |
Important
This table is not a universal interchangeability chart.
It summarizes documented pump relationships and engine families where the pumps can appear.
Always verify compatibility against the individual engine before ordering.
New vs Reman Caterpillar Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps
A Reman pump can provide another supply option where an applicable Reman reference exists.
Three important relationships covered in this article are:
436-1239 / 4361239 → 30R-1359 / 30R1359 Reman
584-2156 / 5842156 → 30R-1362 / 30R1362 Reman
248-2858 / 2482858 → 30R-1360 / 30R1360 Reman
For the first relationship, you can also view our dedicated Caterpillar 436-1239 Sea Water Pump & 30R-1359 Reman product page.
However, the existence of a Reman relationship should not replace engine verification.
For example, 30R-1360 is shown as the Reman alternative associated with 248-2858, but compatible-model information for the Reman component can be narrower than the new pump's broader engine-family listing.
Therefore, the safest approach is:
Verify both the original pump and the proposed Reman replacement against the exact engine application.
Do not assume a Reman pump is correct simply because it appears beside the new pump number.
Why You Should Never Order a Caterpillar Sea Water Pump by Engine Model Alone
Imagine you have a Caterpillar C32.
The pump has failed.
You search:
“Caterpillar C32 auxiliary sea water pump”
You find:
436-1239 / 4361239
and:
584-2156 / 5842156
Which one should you order?
The answer should not be based on which pump looks more similar in a photograph.
Different marine water pumps can vary in:
- Housing configuration
- Shaft dimensions
- Drive arrangement
- Impeller design
- Rotation
- Mounting points
- Connections
- Flow capacity
- Gear arrangement
- Sealing system
- Engine arrangement compatibility
Two pumps can look similar and still not be interchangeable.
Check the Existing Pump Part Number First
If the damaged pump is still installed or available, inspect it carefully before ordering a replacement.
Look for:
Caterpillar part number
Reman part number
Identification plate
Stamped identification
Casting number
Pump manufacturer information
Take photographs before dismantling the pump.
Photograph:
The complete pump
Mounting position
Drive connection
Inlet and outlet connections
Identification numbers
Engine dataplate
This information can significantly improve parts identification.
Why the Engine Serial Number Matters
The engine serial number is one of the most important pieces of information when sourcing Caterpillar marine-engine parts.
An enquiry saying:
“Need C32 auxiliary sea water pump”
may still leave several possibilities.
A better enquiry is:
Engine: Caterpillar C32
Serial number: XXXXXXXX
Serial-number prefix: XXX
Arrangement number: XXXXXXX
Existing pump: 436-1239 / 4361239
Quantity: 1
Application: Marine propulsion
Vessel location: Rotterdam
Required date: XXXXX
This gives considerably more information for checking the correct pump.
What Happens When an Auxiliary Sea Water Pump Starts Failing?
A deteriorating pump can reduce cooling-water flow.
Depending on the installation, symptoms can include:
- Increasing operating temperature
- Higher coolant temperature under load
- Reduced seawater flow
- Reduced discharge
- Water leakage
- Mechanical-seal leakage
- Bearing noise
- Shaft movement
- Corrosion
- Damaged pump components
- Reduced cooling performance at higher engine load
However, these symptoms do not automatically prove the pump is defective.
Other cooling-system problems can include:
- Blocked seawater strainers
- Restricted heat exchangers
- Fouled coolers
- Damaged hoses
- Restricted pipework
- Thermostat problems
- Air entering the circuit
- Poor seawater inlet conditions
The complete cooling system should be inspected.
Why Marine Sea Water Pumps Require Special Attention
Marine pumps operate in a demanding environment.
They continually handle seawater containing salt, minerals, sediment and potentially abrasive contamination.
Corrosion
Seawater can attack pump surfaces and components over time.
Seal Wear
Mechanical seals and other sealing components can deteriorate, resulting in leakage.
Bearing Wear
Bearing deterioration can produce shaft movement, noise and eventual pump failure.
Impeller Damage
Impeller deterioration can reduce water circulation.
Debris & Marine Growth
Strainers, inlets, heat exchangers and pump passages can become restricted.
Cavitation
Poor inlet conditions can reduce performance and damage pump components.
Routine inspection of the complete seawater circuit is therefore important.
Auxiliary Sea Water Pump vs Main Sea Water Pump
Terminology can vary between engine and vessel installations.
A vessel can have:
- Engine-driven sea water pump
- Auxiliary sea water pump
- Electric sea water pump
- Standby sea water pump
- Separate pumps for different cooling circuits
The name used by the crew may not necessarily match the exact parts-catalogue description.
That is why the part number, serial number and arrangement number are generally more useful than a description such as:
“Main water pump”
or:
“Second sea water pump.”
Does Having Two Sea Water Pumps Mean One Is a Backup?
Not necessarily.
Two pumps could be installed because:
One is duty and one is standby
or:
Each pump supplies a separate cooling circuit
or:
One supplies engine cooling and another supplies auxiliary equipment
or:
The vessel's central seawater system uses multiple pumps
The second pump should not automatically be described as a backup.
Check the vessel cooling-system schematic and engine arrangement.
Can Two Different Sea Water Pumps Be Installed on the Same Engine?
Depending on the individual engine and vessel cooling-system design, an installation can contain more than one pump or more than one seawater circuit.
But a compatibility list containing two different pump numbers is not sufficient evidence that both are fitted simultaneously.
For example, both 473-0551 / 4730551 and 473-0553 / 4730553 appear in applicable C280-12 and C280-16 marine-engine compatibility information.
That tells us those engine families can be associated with different pump references.
It does not by itself tell us that a specific C280-12 has both pumps installed.
For that determination, use the exact engine arrangement and cooling-system documentation.
Repair or Replace a Caterpillar Auxiliary Sea Water Pump?
Whether to repair or replace the pump depends on its condition.
Factors can include:
- Housing condition
- Corrosion
- Shaft condition
- Bearing condition
- Seal condition
- Impeller condition
- Availability of repair components
- Availability of complete pump
- Vessel schedule
- Required reliability
- Planned maintenance window
A pump with reusable major components may be suitable for repair where the correct repair components are available.
Severe corrosion, damaged housings or major shaft damage may make complete replacement more practical.
For commercial vessels, downtime can be as important as component price.
Which Caterpillar Marine Engines Should Be Checked Carefully?
Particular attention should be given to engine families with multiple generations, arrangements and cooling configurations.
These include:
Caterpillar C18
Caterpillar C32
Caterpillar C32B
Caterpillar 3508B
Caterpillar 3508C
Caterpillar 3512B
Caterpillar 3512C
Caterpillar 3516B
Caterpillar 3516C
Caterpillar C280-6
Caterpillar C280-8
Caterpillar C280-12
Caterpillar C280-16
Always identify the individual engine rather than relying only on the family name.
What Information Should You Send for a Caterpillar Sea Water Pump?
For accurate identification, send as much of the following information as possible:
Engine manufacturer: Caterpillar
Complete engine model:
Engine serial number:
Serial-number prefix:
Arrangement number:
Existing pump part number:
Existing Reman number, if applicable:
Part description:
Quantity:
Vessel application:
Vessel name:
Current vessel location:
Delivery destination:
Required date:
If possible, also send:
Photograph of engine dataplate
Photographs of existing pump
Photograph showing the pump installed
Photographs of inlet and outlet connections
Photograph of visible identification numbers
The more information available, the easier it becomes to distinguish between different pump arrangements.
Frequently Asked Questions About Caterpillar Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps
Does every Caterpillar C32 use the same auxiliary sea water pump?
No.
The Caterpillar C32 family includes different configurations, and multiple auxiliary sea water pump references can appear across C32 applications.
Always verify the engine serial number, arrangement and existing pump number.
Is Caterpillar 436-1239 a C32 auxiliary sea water pump?
Yes.
436-1239 / 4361239 is a Sea Water Auxiliary Pump associated with applicable Caterpillar C32 applications.
Its associated Reman alternative is:
30R-1359 / 30R1359
For more information, see our Caterpillar 436-1239 / 30R-1359 Sea Water Pump page.
What Is the Reman Number for Caterpillar 436-1239?
The associated Reman alternative is:
436-1239 / 4361239 → 30R-1359 / 30R1359
Compatibility should still be checked against the individual application.
Is Caterpillar 584-2156 Used on C32 Marine Engines?
Yes.
584-2156 / 5842156 is a Sea Water Auxiliary Pump associated with C32 marine-engine applications.
Its associated Reman reference is:
30R-1362 / 30R1362
What Is the Reman Number for Caterpillar 584-2156?
The associated relationship is:
584-2156 / 5842156 → 30R-1362 / 30R1362
Always confirm the individual engine configuration.
Does a Caterpillar C32 Have Two Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps?
Not necessarily.
Multiple pump references exist across the C32 family, but that does not mean every C32 has two auxiliary sea water pumps installed simultaneously.
Check the exact engine and vessel cooling arrangement.
Which Auxiliary Sea Water Pump Is Associated With Caterpillar C18?
The 308-2632 / 3082632 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump is associated with Caterpillar C18 marine-engine applications.
Which Caterpillar Marine Engines Use 248-2858?
The 248-2858 / 2482858 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump is associated with applicable marine configurations across the 3508, 3512 and 3516 families, including applicable B and C variants.
Always verify the individual engine.
What Is the Reman Alternative for Caterpillar 248-2858?
The associated Reman reference is:
248-2858 / 2482858 → 30R-1360 / 30R1360
Because compatible-model listings can differ between the new and Reman product records, verify the proposed Reman pump against the exact engine application before ordering.
Which Engines Use Caterpillar 473-0551?
The 473-0551 / 4730551 Sea Water Auxiliary Pump is associated with applicable marine configurations of:
C280-6
C280-8
C280-12
C280-16
Which Marine Engines Use Caterpillar 473-0553?
The 473-0553 / 4730553 Auxiliary Sea Water Pump is associated with applicable marine configurations of:
Caterpillar C280-12
Caterpillar C280-16
Does Caterpillar 3608 Use 473-0553 as a Marine-Engine Pump?
The 3608 appears in generator-set compatibility information for this pump, but it should not automatically be described as a verified 473-0553 marine-engine application.
For a 3608 marine propulsion application, verify the exact engine arrangement before specifying a pump.
For information about the wider family, see our Caterpillar 3600 Marine Engine Parts page.
Can I Identify the Correct Sea Water Pump From a Photograph?
Photographs are useful, but they should not normally be the only identification method.
Provide the engine serial number, arrangement number and existing pump number whenever available.
Can Two Caterpillar Sea Water Pumps Look the Same but Have Different Part Numbers?
Yes.
Similar appearance does not prove identical mounting, drive arrangement, rotation, internal dimensions, flow characteristics or application compatibility.
Always identify the pump by part number and engine information.
Do Caterpillar Auxiliary Sea Water Pumps Have Reman Options?
Some do.
Verified relationships covered in this guide include:
436-1239 / 4361239 → 30R-1359 / 30R1359
584-2156 / 5842156 → 30R-1362 / 30R1362
248-2858 / 2482858 → 30R-1360 / 30R1360
Other pumps should be checked individually rather than assigning an unverified Reman number.
Caterpillar Marine Cooling Parts & Sea Water Pumps
Alfa Marine Spare Parts can assist with Caterpillar marine cooling-system requirements including:
- Auxiliary sea water pumps
- Raw water pumps
- Water pumps
- Pump repair components
- Impellers
- Pump shafts
- Bearings
- Mechanical seals
- O-rings
- Gaskets
- Heat exchangers
- Aftercoolers
- Oil coolers
- Thermostats
- Cooling pipes
- Cooling hoses
We can also assist with wider Caterpillar engine requirements including fuel-system components, turbochargers, injectors, cylinder components, bearings, gaskets, seals, electrical components and overhaul parts.
Browse our Caterpillar Marine Engine Parts catalogue or our wider Marine Engine Spare Parts catalogue.
Request Caterpillar Auxiliary Sea Water Pump Parts
Looking for a Caterpillar auxiliary sea water pump, raw water pump, sea water pump or marine cooling-system component?
Whether you need a pump for a Caterpillar C18, Caterpillar C32, Caterpillar 3508, Caterpillar 3512, Caterpillar 3516, Caterpillar 3612 or 3616, or a Caterpillar C280 engine, send us as much identification information as possible.
Please provide:
Engine model:
Engine serial number:
Serial-number prefix:
Arrangement number:
Existing pump part number:
Existing Reman number, if applicable:
Part description:
Quantity:
Required condition: Genuine / OEM / Replacement / Remanufactured where applicable
Vessel name:
Current port or marina:
Delivery destination:
Required date:
If the pump number cannot be identified, send clear photographs of the engine dataplate, existing pump, pump mounting and all visible identification numbers.
Email: request@alfamarinespareparts.com
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