Detroit Diesel Series 60 Engine – Specifications

General

• Manufacturer: Detroit Diesel

• Engine Family: Series 60

• Engine Type: Inline 6-cylinder, 4-stroke diesel

• Aspiration: Turbocharged & charge-air cooled

• Fuel Type: Diesel

• Duty Rating: Continuous / heavy-duty industrial & oilfield service

Displacement Options

Series 60 was produced in multiple displacements:

• 11.1 L (677 in³) – early models (less common oilfield)

• 12.7 L (774 in³) – most common oilfield configuration

• 14.0 L (855 in³) – high-torque variant

Performance (Typical Industrial / Oilfield Ratings)

12.7 L Version (Most Common)

• Rated Power: 350 – 470 HP

• Rated Speed: 1,800 – 2,100 RPM

• Peak Torque: ~1,450 – 1,650 lb-ft

• Torque Rise: ~30%

14.0 L Version

• Rated Power: 400 – 515 HP

• Peak Torque: up to 1,850 lb-ft

Common oilfield ratings:

• 425 HP @ 2,100 RPM

• 470 HP @ 2,100 RPM