The Cummins 6BT is a 5.9 l (5,883 cc, 359 cu-in) six cylinders, four-stroke cycle water-cooled turbocharged internal combustion diesel engine, manufactured by American manufacturer Cummins from 1989 to 1998.
The 6BT engine has a cast-iron block with 102.0 mm (4.02 in) cylinder bores and a 120.0 mm (4.72 in) piston stroke. The compression ratio rating is 17.5:1. The motor has a cast iron cylinder head with a single camshaft (OHV) with two valves per cylinder; direct-injection design with a mechanical injection pump.
The Cummins 6BT 5.9 L 12v produced from 163 PS (120 kW; 160 HP) at 2,500 rpm to 218 PS (160 kW; 215 HP) at 2,600 rpm of maximum horsepower and from 542 N·m (55.3 kg·m, 400 ft·lb) at 1,600 rpm to 569 N·m (58 kg·m, 420 ft·lb) at 1,600 rpm of maximum torque.
General information
| Engine Specifications | |
| Engine code | 6BT |
| Layout | Straight-6, vertical |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Production | 1989-1998 |
| Displacement | 5.9L, 5,883 cc (359 cu in) |
| Injection system | Direct-injection system (DI) with a mechanical injection pump |
| Power adder |
Holset H1C (1989-1993) Holset WH1C (1994) Holset HX35 (1994-1998) |
| Horsepower net |
From 163 PS (120 kW; 160 HP) at 2,500 rpm to 218 PS (160 kW; 215 HP) at 2,600 rpm |
| Torque output |
From 542 N·m (55.3 kg·m, 400 ft·lb) at 1,600 rpm to 569 N·m (58 kg·m, 420 ft·lb) at 1,600 rpm |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Dimensions (L x H x W): | – |
| Weight | 498 kg (1,100 lbs) |
Cylinder block
The cylinder block is made of cast iron. The crankshaft is supported by 7 bearings. Pistons are made of highly temperature-resistant aluminum alloy.
The cylinder bore is 102.0 mm (4.02 in), piston stroke is 120.0 mm (4.72 in) and the compression ratio rating is 17.5:1.
| Cylinder block | ||
| Cylinder block alloy | Cast iron | |
| Compression ratio: | 17.5:1 | |
| Cylinder bore: | 102.0 mm (4.02 in) | |
| Piston stroke: | 120.0 mm (4.72 in) | |
| Number of piston rings (compression / oil): | 2/1 | |
| Number of main bearings: | 7 | |
| Cylinder bore inner diameter: | 102.116 mm (4.0203 in) | |
| Piston skirt diameter | 101.880-101.823 mm (4.011-4.0088 in) | |
| Piston ring end gap: | First | 0.400-0.700 mm (0.0157-0.0276 in) |
| Second | 0.250-0.550 mm (0.0098-0.0217 in) | |
| Oil | 0.250-0.550 mm (0.0098-0.0217 in) | |
| Piston pin outer diameter | 39.990 mm (1.5744 in) | |
| Connecting rod small end diameter (standard): | 40.042 mm (1.5765 in) | |
| Crankshaft main journal diameter: | 82.962 mm (3.2662 in) | |
| Crankpin diameter: | 68.962 mm (2.715 in) | |
Main bearing cap tightening procedure and torque specs:
- Step 1: 60 Nm; 6.0 kg·m; 45 ft·lb
- Step 2: 119 Nm; 12.0 kg·m; 88 ft·lb
- Step 3: 176 Nm; 18.0 kg·m; 129 ft·lb
After securing bearing cap bolts, make sure crankshaft turns smoothly by hand.
Connecting rod bearing bolts
- Step 1: 35 Nm; 3.5 kg·m; 26 ft·lb
- Step 2: 70 Nm; 7.0 kg·m; 51 ft·lb
- Step 3: 100 Nm; 10.0 kg·m; 73 ft·lb
Flywheel fixing bolts
- 137 Nm; 14.0 kg·m; 101 ft·lb
Cylinder head
| Cylinder head | |
| Cylinder head alloy | Cast-iron |
| Valve Arrangement: | OHV, gear driven |
| Valves: | 12 (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Intake valve stem diameter: | 7.935-7.960 mm (0.3124-0.3134 in) |
| Exhaust valves stem diameter: | 7.935-7.960 mm (0.3124-0.3134 in) |
| Camshaft journal diameter (min): | 53.962 mm (2.1245 in) |
| Camshaft lobe diamete (intake)- min: | 47.040 mm (1.852 in) |
| Camshaft lobe diamete (exhaust) – min: | 46.770 mm (1.8413 in) |
Head tightening procedure and torque specs:
- Step 1: 90 Nm; 9.0 kg·m; 66 ft·lb
- Step 2: 120 Nm; 12.0 kg·m; 89 ft·lb
- Step 3: Turn all bolts 90°
Maintenance data
| Valve clearance (Cold) | |
| Intake valve | 0.25 mm (0.010 in) |
| Exhaust valve | 0.51 mm (0.020 in) |
| Oil system | |
| Recommended engine oil | 10W-30 (CE or CE/SG) |
| Engine oil capacity | With oil filter change: 9.5 L (10.04 US. qt, 8.36 Imp. qt.) |
Vehicle applications
| Model | Years Produced |
| Dodge Ram pickup | 1989–1998 |
| Light duty, medium duty and select heavy duty trucks and buses | – |
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