STEINBAUER application

Caterpillar C16 OHE

15.8L CAT C16

STEINBAUER performance module for the Caterpillar C16 OHE 15.8L CAT C16, designed to provide increased power and torque while retaining the original ECU programming and factory engine safeguards.

Key benefits

  • Up to +25% power and torque increase, depending on application.
  • No ECU software overwrite — the STEINBAUER system works alongside the original engine management.
  • Injection duration module developed to add performance without generic one-size-fits-all mapping.
  • Removable solution that can be removed if required.
  • Application-specific development for the individual engine and vehicle or machine application.
STEINBAUER Performance comparison
Power (BHP)
500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 BHP Engine speed (RPM)
Illustrative truck engine-speed curve
Standard 601 BHP
STEINBAUER 721 BHP
+120 BHP
Torque (Nm)
500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 Nm Engine speed (RPM)
Illustrative truck engine-speed curve
Standard 2,050 Nm
STEINBAUER 2,480 Nm
+430 Nm

STEINBAUER Technology

  • External ECU technology — Works alongside the original engine management system without permanently rewriting the factory ECU software.
  • Load-dependent performance — Additional power and torque are delivered progressively as engine demand increases.
  • Application-specific calibration — Developed specifically for the individual engine and application rather than using a generic universal setting.

Illustrative simulated performance graphic based on published application data. Curves are illustrative and are not measured dyno traces.

Vehicle specification

Vehicle details

Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Model
C16 OHE
Engine
15.8L CAT C16
Displacement
15,800 cc
Steinbauer specification

STEINBAUER Module details

Part number
220190
Installation
Plug-in
Availability
Available
Engine management
Factory ECU retained
Module Warranty (3 years upon registration)
1 year

Installation guides

Installation instructions for STEINBAUER part number 220190 .

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Power and torque upgrade

Caterpillar C16 OHE tuning and power increase

The STEINBAUER Power Module is designed for drivers and operators looking for a Caterpillar C16 OHE power increase without replacing the factory ECU software. The module works alongside the original engine management system and can be removed to return the vehicle or machine to its standard configuration.

For this application, published performance data shows power increasing from 601 BHP to 721 BHP, with torque increasing from 2,050 Nm to 2,480 Nm.

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Why choose STEINBAUER?

Intelligent performance technology

More power

Increased performance where applicable for stronger acceleration and improved working capability.

More torque

Improved pulling power throughout the usable engine speed range.

Safe and reliable

Original ECU programming and factory engine safety parameters remain active.

Removable installation

The vehicle or machine can be returned to its original factory configuration.