CAT CT13/C15 ENGINES

CT13 ENGINE
475 hp @ 1700 rpm
1700 lb.ft @ 1200 rpm PEAK TORQUE

OVERVIEW
Maximize fuel efciency, torque and responsiveness with a high pressure
common-rail fuel system, dual wastegated sequential turbos, responsive heat
management system and low-friction design
Pull bigger loads with the Carbon Graphite Iron (CGI) lightweight block system
thats up to 220kg lighter than traditional gray iron engines
Increase engine life and performance with the superior strength that comes with
advanced CGI technology
Reduce oil consumption and increase longevity with its single piece, gallerycooled steel pistons
Maintain resilience with signicantly larger main bearings, crankcase ladder
reinforcement, premium foam-molded wiring harness and precision-machined
wet sleeves

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

CT13

Type

In-line 6-Cylinder, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Bore in (mm)

4.96 (126)

Stroke in (mm)

6.54 (166)

Peak PowerIncrease productivity and maintain peak power with interstage cooling
between turbos

Displacement cu in (L)

758 (12.4)

ServiceabilityMinimize downtime and make maintenance more convenient with

easy-access valve covers and fuel lters

Combustion/Aspiration

Dual Sequential Turbochargers,

Intercooler & Aftercooler

Compression Ratio

17:1

ADVANTAGES
Driver ComfortMaximize driver comfort and reduce cab noise and vibration by
30% with the combination of our advanced CGI block and high-pressure multi-shot
injection system

Advanced Fuel SystemReduce in-cylinder emissions, quiet operation noise and

improve fuel efciency thanks to high injection pressure that goes up to 32,000 PSI

C15 ENGINE
550 hp @ 2100 rpm
1850 lb.ft @ 1200 rpm PEAK TORQUE

OVERVIEW
Challenge your toughest jobs, day after day, with the proven durability and power
that comes with the C15 engine
Reduce running costs with this ADR 80/03 compliant engine, a clear emissions
advantage without the need for any after treatment system
Maximize fuel economy and maintain engine performance with dual diesel
particulate lters (DPFs), a passive regeneration system
Increase longevity, reduce shock-loading and improve fuel economy with the
Cat C15 ACERT dual turbos in sequential operation
Lower operating costs with the over and under cooling system, enabling the engine
to run cooler than most competitive engines

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

C15

Type

In-line 6-Cylinder, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Bore in (mm)

5.4 (137)

Stroke in (mm)

6.75
6.
75 (171)
((17
171
1)

ADVANTAGES
Maximum PowerOur most powerful on-highway engine, built to take on
your toughest jobs
EfciencyIncrease fuel economy by operating within the range of 1400-1650
rpm at cruise speed with a GCM of up to 90 tonnes

Displacement cu in (L)

928 (15.2)

ServiceabilityMinimize downtime with easy-access to all components under

the bonnet

Combustion/Aspiration

Series
Seri
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Tur
Turbocharged
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Advanced Fuel SystemReduce emissions with market leading technology

and without the need for EGR or SCR system integration

Compression Ratio

17:1

PURE PERFORMANCE
For best performance and fuel economy:
Gear it right to get the best resultsMaximize fuel economy by operating at a lower engine rpm
with our high-torque engines
Practice progressive shiftingSave fuel by shifting up as soon as you have enough rpm to grab
the next highest gear

C15 TORQUE CURVES

Peak Torque at Lower rpm

Peak Torque at Lower rpm

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CT13 TORQUE CURVES

Power (hp)

Keep rpm steadyGet better fuel economy by keeping the engine rpm steady manually or with
cruise control

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Engine Power (hp)
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