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6bt
Cummins

The Cummins 6BT is a legendary 5.9-liter, inline-six-cylinder, four-stroke diesel engine renowned for its exceptional durability and robust performance. This turbocharged engine, with select models (6BTA) featuring an aftercooler, delivers an optimal balance of power, fuel efficiency, and reliability. Its versatile design makes it a trusted power source across multiple industries, from construction sites to marine vessels.
Key Features & Specifications
Engine Model: Cummins 6BT Series (e.g., 6BT5.9, 6BTA)
Configuration: Inline 6-Cylinder
Displacement: 5.9 L
Aspiration: Turbocharged / Turbocharged-Aftercooled (6BTA)
Power Range: Versatile, typically from 105 hp (78 kW) up to 370 hp (265 kW), depending on the application and rating.
Durability: Built with a strong cast-iron block and cylinder head for a long service life under tough conditions.
Serviceability: Designed for straightforward maintenance to minimize downtime.
The 6BT engine is engineered to power a wide array of machinery and equipment:
Construction Equipment: A prime choice for a vast range of machinery, including:
Excavators
Wheel Loaders
Bulldozers
Compactors and Rollers
Power Generation: Widely used as a dependable prime mover in:
Diesel Generator Sets (e.g., for standby or prime power up to ~80-150 kWe)
Marine Applications: Proven performance for both propulsion and auxiliary power in:
Workboats
Commercial Fishing Vessels
Recreational Marine Craft (as a main propulsion engine)
Industrial & On-Highway Vehicles: Also found powering:
Medium and Heavy-Duty Trucks
Buses and Coaches
Agricultural Machinery
Various Industrial Machinery

The Cummins 6BT is a legendary 5.9-liter, inline-six-cylinder, four-stroke diesel engine renowned for its exceptional durability and robust performance. This turbocharged engine, with select models (6BTA) featuring an aftercooler, delivers an optimal balance of power, fuel efficiency, and reliability. Its versatile design makes it a trusted power source across multiple industries, from construction sites to marine vessels.
Key Features & Specifications
Engine Model: Cummins 6BT Series (e.g., 6BT5.9, 6BTA)
Configuration: Inline 6-Cylinder
Displacement: 5.9 L
Aspiration: Turbocharged / Turbocharged-Aftercooled (6BTA)
Power Range: Versatile, typically from 105 hp (78 kW) up to 370 hp (265 kW), depending on the application and rating.
Durability: Built with a strong cast-iron block and cylinder head for a long service life under tough conditions.
Serviceability: Designed for straightforward maintenance to minimize downtime.
The 6BT engine is engineered to power a wide array of machinery and equipment:
Construction Equipment: A prime choice for a vast range of machinery, including:
Excavators
Wheel Loaders
Bulldozers
Compactors and Rollers
Power Generation: Widely used as a dependable prime mover in:
Diesel Generator Sets (e.g., for standby or prime power up to ~80-150 kWe)
Marine Applications: Proven performance for both propulsion and auxiliary power in:
Workboats
Commercial Fishing Vessels
Recreational Marine Craft (as a main propulsion engine)
Industrial & On-Highway Vehicles: Also found powering:
Medium and Heavy-Duty Trucks
Buses and Coaches
Agricultural Machinery
Various Industrial Machinery
