On-Highway

Diesel Engine 335-350 hp @ 2100 rpm

C9
with ACERT® 1050-1100 lb-ft @
Technology 1400 rpm Peak Torque

CATERPILLAR® ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

In-line 6-Cylinder, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Bore — in (mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.41 (112)
Stroke — in (mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.87 (149)
Displacement — cu in (L). . . . . . . . . . . . . 537 (8.8)
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turbocharged
Compression Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.0:1
Rotation (from flywheel end) . . Counterclockwise
Cooling System 1 — gal (L) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8 (18)
Lube Oil System (refill) — gal (L). . . . . . . 8.5 (32)
Weight, Net Dry (approx) — lb (kg)
with standard equipment . . . . . . . . . 1500 (680)
Shown with 1
Optional Equipment Engine only. Capacity will vary with radiator size and use of cab heater.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT

Air inlet manifold heater Air compressor: 15.7 cfm with drive through
Cooling: belt-driven water pump, oil cooler capability
Crankcase breather Air conditioner compressor mounting
Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (required for EPA 2004 Air inlet elbow
certification) Automatic transmission adapter
Electronic Control Module (ECM) Auxiliary brake compatible (exhaust)
Electronic Data Link, SAE/ATA, SAE J1939 Fan drive mounting bracket
Fuel: spin-on secondary filter, transfer pump Flywheel
Governor: full-range, electronically controlled Front engine support
HEUI™ Fuel System Front PTO adapter
Lifting eyes Fuel priming pump
Lubrication: gear-driven pump, front or rear Hydraulic pump drive, SAE A
sump pan, full flow spin-on filter, oil filler, oil Jacket water heater
level gauge (dipstick) Rear PTO (RPTO)
SAE No. 1 flywheel housing Starting motor: 12V or 24V
Turbocharger Turbocharger compressor outlet elbow
Vibration damper

DIMENSIONS

42.1 in 42.1 in
(1070 mm) (1070 mm)

49.0 in 35.2 in
(1245 mm) (894.08 mm)

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 C9 ON-HIGHWAY DIESEL ENGINE — 335 to 350 hp

PERFORMANCE CURVES
335 hp (250 kW) 350 hp (261 kW)
1250 1250
1150 1150
1050 1050

Torque
Torque

950 950

lb-ft
lb-ft

850 850
750 750
650 650
550 550

350 350

Power
Power

300 300

bhp
bhp

250 250
200 200
150 150

1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200
Engine Speed rpm Engine Speed rpm

PERFORMANCE DATA1
Operating Range (rpm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400-2100 Operating Range (rpm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400-2100
Governed Speed — rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2100 Governed Speed — rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2100
Advertised hp (kW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 (250) Advertised hp (kW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 (261)
Max hp (kW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 (261) Max hp (kW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 (261)
Peak Torque — lb-ft (N•m) . . . . . . . . . 1050 (1428) Peak Torque — lb-ft (N•m) . . . . . . . . . 1100 (1496)
Peak Torque — rpm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400 Peak Torque — rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400
Torque rise (%) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Torque rise (%) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Altitude Capability — ft (m). . . . . . . 10,000 (3048) Altitude Capability — ft (m). . . . . . . 10,000 (3048)
1
When specing with automatic transmission the engine has overrun capabilities to 2300 rpm.

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 C9 ON-HIGHWAY DIESEL ENGINE — 335 to 350 hp

GEARING CONSIDERATIONS ELECTRONIC FEATURES

The C9 On-Highway Diesel Engine offers a ■ Real time clock with date and time
wide operating range and high torque rise, stamping of critical events
which promotes the use of transmissions with
■ Electronic self-diagnostics
fewer gears. Even with this built-in feature,
heavy/specialty haulers must remember their ■ Compatible with Caterpillar Electronic
trucks should be geared to achieve the Technician (ET)
appropriate compromise between startability ■ Cold weather startup strategy and
and desired road speed. The general principal electronic idle control functions
drivers should follow is that of the “gear fast, ■ ECM storage of operational, maintenance,
run slow” strategy to achieve optimal diagnostic codes and diagnostic data
performance.
■ J1939 compatible
For the best balance of performance and fuel ■ Customer selectable, re-programmable
economy, spec axle ratios and tire sizes
operational parameters:
according to the following:
- 2-speed fast idle capabilities
• 60,000 lb GCW or less - Adjustable low idle rpm
1650 rpm @ 65 mph (105 km/h) - Automated Transmission compatibility
The minimum startability requirements are 10% - Cooling fan control
for pick-up and delivery, 14% for linehaul, 20% - Cruise control with exclusive Soft Cruise
for on/off highway, and 25% for off-highway. At - Customer password protection
peak torque rpm in top gear, the recommended - Engine Monitoring System — warning,
gradeability is 1.8% (1.5% minimum). At cruise derate, or shutdown
speed in top gear, 1.0% is the ideal gradeability. - Enhanced theft deterrent and secure idle
(Cat Messenger or Pocket Tec required)
To optimize your truck’s performance - Exhaust brake operational modes
characteristics, a computerized spec’ing tool
- Fleet Information Software capability
called Design Pro is offered by your Caterpillar
- Idle shutdown timer & override
dealer. It calculates effects of various driveline
- Maintenance monitor [miles (km) or
variables on engine operation such as
hours]
transmissions, axles, and tires. This analysis
- OEM parameter lockout
allows you to verify that your truck’s driveline
- Progressive shifting and gear down
specifications are best suited to your
protection
application.
- Selectable AT/MT/HT shift points for
automatic transmission
- Vehicle speed [mph (km/h)] limiting and
protection
■ Programmable Power Take-Off (PTO)
functions:
- Adjustable maximum engine rpm speed
- Adjustable minimum engine rpm speed
- Adjustable ramp rate up or down
RATING DEFINITIONS AND CONDITIONS between PTO set speed(s)
Performance is based on SAE J1995 standard - Adjustable rpm “bump” intervals
conditions of 29.61 in. Hg (100 kPa) and 77° F - Adjustable speed control [mph (km/h)] of
(25° C). vehicle while in PTO mode
- Limit engine torque to driven equipment
The curves shown are for a standard engine
- Multi-speed PTO set speed capability
without fan, but equipped with air compressor
- Selectable PTO configuration for “in cab”
and fuel, lubricating oil, and water pumps.
or station of remote operation

Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
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