C13 12.5L Heavy-Duty Engine
C13 12.5L Heavy-Duty Engine
Payload-Pulling Power to Rely On
  • Reduced emissions with Caterpillar patented variable valve actuation
  • Million-mile durability from robust component design and increased oil sump capacity
  • Superior fuel economy from series turbochargers and Cat® MEUI fuel system
  • Improved head gasket design and higher efficiency from cross-flow head design

Continuing the legacy of reliability established by the Cat C-12, the new C13 on-highway engine evolves from a uni-flow cylinder head design to a cross-flow setup, with improved breathing ability and better responsiveness. Like the new C15, it also features a higher compression ratio, higher cylinder pressure, and series turbocharging for improved power, performance and fuel economy.The engine of choice for fleets requiring excellent performance and dependability in a lightweight package, the C13 weighs in at just 2,270lb (1030kg) and features the industry's best horsepower-to-payload ratio. Compared to other engines in its horsepower range, it provides up to 800 lb (363 kg) of additional payload capacity for pulling power to spare.

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Specifications
Cylinders In-Line 6
Bore/Stroke 5.12 x 6.18 (130mm x 157mm)
Displacement 12.5 L (763 cu in)
Weight 2270 lb (1030 kg)
Horsepower 525 @ 2100 rpm
Torque 1650 lb-ft @ 1200 rpm
c13 spec sheet
C13 RV Diesel Engine
with ACERT® Technology (Spec Sheet)
525 hp @ 2100 rpm
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c13 warranty sheet
C13 On-Highway Engine Warranty Statement
Effective with sales to the first user on or after January 1, 2003
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