Detroit Diesel Series 60 Engine

Detroit Diesel Series 60 – Engine Specifications

General

• Manufacturer: Detroit Diesel

• Engine Series: Series 60

• Configuration: Inline 6-cylinder

• Cycle: 4-stroke, turbocharged & aftercooled

• Fuel Type: Diesel

• Control: DDEC electronic fuel system

Displacement Options

• 12.7 L (778 cu in) – most common

• 14.0 L (855 cu in) – heavy-duty / high-output

Power Ratings (Typical)

• Industrial / Oilfield Duty:

  • 500 – 700 HP

  • Common ratings: 550 HP, 600 HP, 635 HP, 700 HP

• Rated Speed:

  • 1800 RPM (generator / constant speed)

  • 2100 RPM (pump / mechanical drive)

Torque

• Peak Torque:

  • 1,650 – 2,050 lb-ft (rating dependent)

• Peak Torque RPM: ~1200 RPM

Fuel System

• Injection: Electronic Unit Injectors (EUI)

• ECM: DDEC III / IV (depending on year)

• Fuel Consumption: ~0.33 lb/hp-hr (typical)

Air & Exhaust

• Turbocharger: Single turbo

• Charge Air Cooling: Air-to-air or jacket-water (package dependent)

• Exhaust Temp: ~900–950°F under load