Caterpillar has introduced its new 13-liter diesel engine platform, the Cat C13D, designed for heavy-duty off-highway equipment such as rock crushers, screeners, and woodchippers.
The C13D engine offers eight power ratings from 456 to 690 hp and up to 3,200 Nm of peak torque. Available for early OEM pilots in 2025 and expected to go into production in 2026, the platform allows OEMs to downsize the engine and simplify their design, assembly, and supply chain requirements.
Caterpillar will offer factory-mounted engine aftertreatment and cooling packs to reduce installation and validation costs for its C13D engine. The engine meets emissions standards in highly regulated markets and offers up to 20% more power and up to 25% more low-speed torque than previous Cat engines in its power class. It features a variable geometry turbocharger, a common-rail fuel system with ‘zero static leak’ fuel injectors, and an 18:1 compression ratio. The engine platform can use renewable fuels and is designed to accommodate future development of natural gas and hydrogen fuel capabilities.
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It’s great to see Caterpillar introducing a new diesel engine platform, the Cat C13D, designed for heavy-duty off-highway equipment. With eight power ratings, up to 3,200 Nm of peak torque, and meeting emissions standards in highly regulated markets, this engine seems like a fantastic option for many industries. It’s also encouraging to hear that the platform can use renewable fuels and may eventually accommodate natural gas and hydrogen fuel capabilities. Thanks for sharing this information!
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This new Caterpillar C13D engine platform sounds impressive with its high power ratings and torque. It’s great to see the company incorporating renewable fuels and future capabilities into its design. Thanks for the information!
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Caterpillar’s new C13D engine platform seems like a game-changer for heavy-duty off-highway equipment. The wide range of power ratings, increased torque, and compatibility with renewable fuels make it an impressive option. The added benefits of simplified design and lower installation costs are a big plus. Thank you for sharing this exciting development, author!
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