C9 Engine Brochure
C9 Engine Brochure
C9 Engine Brochure
285-425 Horsepower
Reliability
Dealer Repair Frequency statistics show Caterpillar heavy duty engines offer outstanding reliability based on initial quality and customer surveys.
Durability
The Cat C9 engine is expected to have a B50 life of 750,000 miles with Cats recommended maintenance.
Fuel Economy
2007 Cat C9 engines are expected to provide up to a 4% improvement in fuel economy over EPA 2004 compliant engines.
Dealer Support
Cat sets the industry standard for support with 2,500 authorized North American service locations and a 24/7 call center.
Cylinders: In-line 6 Bore/Stroke: 4.53 x 5.87 (115 mm x 149 mm) Displacement: 9.3 L (567 cu in) Weight: 1650 lb (748 kg) Truck and Bus Ratings: 285-350 hp @ 2200 rpm Fire Truck Ratings: 365-425 hp @ 2200/2300 rpm RV Ratings: 400-425 hp @ 2300 rpm Torque: 890-1350 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
xpanded horsepower ratings, increased torque ratio options and a new integral brake make the Cat C9 the engine of choice for heavy duty performance in a lightweight package. A new Cat Common Rail Fuel System also optimizes on-highway performance with injection flexibility to meet 2007 emissions standardsas it increases fuel economy by up to 4%.
The CGI process filters and cools exhaust before re-routing it to the engine.
Precision Combustion
Air Management
Variable Nozzle Turbocharger
The CGI advantage is clear. It recycles cool, clean air, which is key to good fuel economy, reliability and durability.
Advanced Electronics
Electronic Control Module System Integration
Effective Aftertreatment
Diesel Particulate Filter Cat Regeneration System
But 2007 emissions regulations require diesels to emit lower levels of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and particulates. Thats why Cat has added two new enhancements: Clean Gas Induction and a Cat Diesel Particulate Filter featuring its own Cat Regeneration System (CRS).
For 2007, all engines require a diesel particulate filter (DPF) to further reduce emissions of hydrocarbons and other contaminants. But the Cat manufactured DPF is designed for self-regeneration under all conditions. When the electronic control module detects soot buildup, the Cat Regeneration System (CRS) activates. CRS works automatically, using only the precise amount of fuel necessary to oxidize soot. With CRS, no driver action is required for regeneration. Ash that collects in the Cat DPF can be cleared with a special removal tool.
in a Lightweight Package.
Horsepower Ratings for Every Application
Cat C9 2007 Compliant EPA Ratings
Advertised Horsepower 285 MTB 335 MTB 335 350 365 FT 400 FT 400 RV 425 FT 425 RV 425 RV
MTB Mass Transit Bus FT Fire Truck RV Recreational Vehicle
Gearing Considerations
The C9 engine offers a wide operating range and high torque rise for compatibility with a wide range of transmissions. For best performance, trucks should be geared to achieve the appropriate balance between startability and desired road speed, and drivers should follow Gear Fast, Run Slow techniques. For the best balance of performance and economy, spec axle ratios and tire sizes according to the following:
Maximum Horsepower 285 350 350 365 365 400 400 425 425 425
Peak Torque lb-ft 890 1150 1150 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1350
Governed Speed RPM 2200 2200 2200 2200 2200 2300 2300 2300 2300 2300
To optimize your trucks performance characteristics, the minimum startability requirements are 10% for pickup and delivery, 14% for line haul, 20% for on/off-highway and 25% for off-highway. At peak torque rpm in top gear, the recommended gradeability is 1.8% (1.5% minimum). At cruise speed in top gear, 1.0% is the ideal gradeability. A computerized specing tool called Design Pro 2.0, offered by your Caterpillar dealer or authorized truck dealer, calculates the effects that various driveline components such as transmissions, axles and tires have on engine operation. This analysis allows you to test various driveline specifications to find the one best suited for your application and fuel economy requirements.
Delivering Excellence
Caterpillar has earned the J.D. Power and Associates award for Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Vocational Heavy Duty Diesel Engines six times. No other engine manufacturer has ever received this satisfaction award not even once.
Caterpillar C-12 received the highest numerical score in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2000-2003, 2005-2006 Heavy Duty Truck Engine/ Transmission Customer Satisfaction Study. SM 2006 study based on 2,529 total telephone interviews measuring opinions of principal maintainers (owner/ operators and fleet managers) of Class 8 heavy duty trucks. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of principal maintainers surveyed in April-June 2006. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com
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