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6CTA8.3-C260
Cummins
Product Overview
The Cummins 6CTA8.3-C260 is a robust and highly reliable heavy-duty diesel engine, designed to deliver exceptional power and durability for demanding industrial applications. As part of the proven Cummins C-Series platform, this 8.3-liter, inline 6-cylinder engine provides a solid 260 HP (194 kW) output, making it an ideal prime mover for a wide range of equipment. Engineered with a focus on mechanical simplicity and longevity, it ensures maximum uptime and a low total cost of ownership in the toughest working environments, from construction sites to power generation facilities.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cummins 6CTA8.3-C260 |
| Configuration | In-line 6 Cylinders, 4-Stroke |
| Displacement | 8.3 Liters |
| Rated Power/Speed | 194 kW / 260 HP @ 2200 rpm |
| Peak Torque/Speed | 1120 N·m @ 1400 rpm |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged and Aftercooled |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection, PT Fuel Pump |
| Cooling System | Water-Cooled |
| Emission Standard | Euro II / Equivalent |
| Net Weight (Approx.) | ~760 kg |
The 6CTA8.3-C260 is engineered as a versatile power source for critical industrial and mobile machinery:
Construction & Earthmoving Machinery: A trusted engine for excavators, wheel loaders, bulldozers, graders, and heavy-duty rollers.
Power Generation (G-Drive): Commonly used as a prime mover for diesel generator sets, providing reliable prime or standby power for industrial plants and facilities.
Industrial Pump Drives: Powers high-capacity water pumps, slurry pumps, and firefighting pump sets in mining, agriculture, and municipal applications.
Marine & Stationary Power: Suitable for marine auxiliary power and various stationary industrial equipment.
Proven PT Fuel System: The engine utilizes the legendary Cummins Pressure-Time (PT) fuel system. This mechanically governed system is renowned for its simplicity, high reliability, ease of maintenance, and consistent performance, making it exceptionally suited for harsh and remote operating conditions.
Durable Heavy-Duty Architecture: Built for longevity, it features a heavy-duty cast-iron cylinder block, a forged steel crankshaft, and replaceable wet cylinder liners. This robust construction is designed to withstand high mechanical and thermal stresses, ensuring a long service life.
Efficient Turbocharged & Aftercooled System: Equipped with a high-efficiency Holset turbocharger and an aftercooler, this system forces denser, cooler air into the combustion chamber. This results in increased power density, improved fuel economy, and better overall engine performance.
Integrated Design for Reliability: The engine incorporates an integrated design philosophy that reduces the total number of parts compared to older designs. This minimizes potential leak points and failure rates, directly contributing to higher operational reliability and reduced maintenance costs over the engine's lifecycle.
Product Overview
The Cummins 6CTA8.3-C260 is a robust and highly reliable heavy-duty diesel engine, designed to deliver exceptional power and durability for demanding industrial applications. As part of the proven Cummins C-Series platform, this 8.3-liter, inline 6-cylinder engine provides a solid 260 HP (194 kW) output, making it an ideal prime mover for a wide range of equipment. Engineered with a focus on mechanical simplicity and longevity, it ensures maximum uptime and a low total cost of ownership in the toughest working environments, from construction sites to power generation facilities.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cummins 6CTA8.3-C260 |
| Configuration | In-line 6 Cylinders, 4-Stroke |
| Displacement | 8.3 Liters |
| Rated Power/Speed | 194 kW / 260 HP @ 2200 rpm |
| Peak Torque/Speed | 1120 N·m @ 1400 rpm |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged and Aftercooled |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection, PT Fuel Pump |
| Cooling System | Water-Cooled |
| Emission Standard | Euro II / Equivalent |
| Net Weight (Approx.) | ~760 kg |
The 6CTA8.3-C260 is engineered as a versatile power source for critical industrial and mobile machinery:
Construction & Earthmoving Machinery: A trusted engine for excavators, wheel loaders, bulldozers, graders, and heavy-duty rollers.
Power Generation (G-Drive): Commonly used as a prime mover for diesel generator sets, providing reliable prime or standby power for industrial plants and facilities.
Industrial Pump Drives: Powers high-capacity water pumps, slurry pumps, and firefighting pump sets in mining, agriculture, and municipal applications.
Marine & Stationary Power: Suitable for marine auxiliary power and various stationary industrial equipment.
Proven PT Fuel System: The engine utilizes the legendary Cummins Pressure-Time (PT) fuel system. This mechanically governed system is renowned for its simplicity, high reliability, ease of maintenance, and consistent performance, making it exceptionally suited for harsh and remote operating conditions.
Durable Heavy-Duty Architecture: Built for longevity, it features a heavy-duty cast-iron cylinder block, a forged steel crankshaft, and replaceable wet cylinder liners. This robust construction is designed to withstand high mechanical and thermal stresses, ensuring a long service life.
Efficient Turbocharged & Aftercooled System: Equipped with a high-efficiency Holset turbocharger and an aftercooler, this system forces denser, cooler air into the combustion chamber. This results in increased power density, improved fuel economy, and better overall engine performance.
Integrated Design for Reliability: The engine incorporates an integrated design philosophy that reduces the total number of parts compared to older designs. This minimizes potential leak points and failure rates, directly contributing to higher operational reliability and reduced maintenance costs over the engine's lifecycle.