Cat® C13D Industrial Engine

Introducing the Cat^® C13D industrial engine

It’s here. It’s now. It’s the all-new Cat® C13D engine. Versatile enough to power nearly every application and industry, this anticipated addition is a well-rounded powerhouse. Longer service intervals make doing more easier—along with impressive, unmatched power density. This conveniently compact engine was designed for easy installation. Sound too good to be true? Think again.

Up To 25% More Low-Speed Torque*

More torque equals more productivity, and that’s exactly what you’ll get with the new C13D engine. You’ll see a 20% increase in overall power with the C13D, making it an easy choice for the most demanding jobsites. With its reliable, transient response, increased payload capabilities and unmatched power density compared to other 13-liter engines, the C13D sits comfortably at the top of its class—with no sign of going anywhere.

*compared to the previous generation of Cat engines in this power range

Optimize Your Chassis Space

The ultra-light, ultra-compact C13D is built for easy installation. Smaller and lighter than its predecessors, the power-to-weight denseness of the engine packs more power in a smaller package, making machine integration easier. With a compact engine package, industry-leading 55hp/L power density, engine-mounted aftertreatments and full cooling packs, the C13D optimizes your chassis space like never before.*

*compared to the previous generation of Cat engines in this power range

Power Through The Harshest Conditions

Dominate extreme conditions with the new C13D engine. This durable, dependable workhorse performs in the toughest environments, delivering 690 hp at high temperatures, cold temperatures and even high altitudes. Operate easily in every setting with an engine that’s built to be more climate capable,* so you can control the harshest jobsites.

*compared to the previous generation of Cat engines in this power range

Who’s Involved

With research commencing in 2024, the project is supported and partially funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) through the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). It is included among 45 projects across 18 states and Washington, D.C., receiving funding to advance research, development, demonstration and deployment in several areas critical to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the transportation sector.

The hydrogen-hybrid power demonstration project is the latest in a series of initiatives that builds upon our 35 years of enterprise experience in hydrogen fuels.

“Every off-highway application has its own unique duty cycles, lifecycle demands and performance expectations, and this complexity is driving the development of a wide range of power solutions for the energy transition,” said Steve Ferguson, Senior Vice President at Caterpillar Industrial Power Systems. “One size does not fit all, which is why we’ve engineered flexibility into the C13D engine to serve as our platform of the future.”

About The Engine

This hydrogen-hybrid demonstration project leverages the performance, packaging and fuel flexibility engineered into the new 13-liter Cat C13D engine platform.

Unveiled at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 construction exhibition in March, diesel-powered versions of the Cat C13D engine offer eight power ratings from 456 to 690 hp (340 to 515 kW), with up to 3,200 Nm of peak torque. It provides up to a 20% increase in power and up to 25% more low-speed torque over the previous generation of Cat diesel engines in its power class.

The inline, six-cylinder Cat C13D enables the use of renewable liquid fuels, such as 100% HVO, B100 Distilled Biodiesel, and even up to B100 Standard Biodiesel, by working with the local Cat dealer.* In addition to using hydrogen, its core architecture is designed for the future development of spark-ignited, natural-gas capabilities.

What Comes Next

Available for early OEM pilots in 2025 and scheduled for production in 2026, the Cat C13D engine is targeted for a wide range of off-highway equipment, including rock crushers, screeners and grinders; trenchers; agriculture tractors, harvesters, self-propelled sprayers and woodchippers; material-handling equipment; and large industrial pumps.

For more details on our comprehensive range of solutions supporting a lower carbon future, visit the Industrial Power Sustainability area.

To preserve the performance and integrity of the engine while reducing the risk of downtime or failure, fuels must meet the specifications and characteristics described in Caterpillar’s official fluids guideline documents found on cat.com.

Endless applications. Limitless possibilities.

Meet the engine that puts other versatility claims to rest. No matter your industry or application, the Cat C13D engine was made to simplify your design and assembly needs. Designed to work in multiple industries, the C13D engine runs strong on any jobsite. When it comes to optimizing engineering time, it doesn’t get much more efficient than this.