VANCOUVER – Cummins Westport, a joint venture of large engine maker Cummins and Westport Innovations a company specializing in natural gas engines, will be building a new truck engine for the regional haul truck-trailer market. The new ISX12 G is now in field trials and full production is expected to being in early 2013.
The ISX12 G natural gas engine is based on the Cummins ISX12 diesel engine platform, the newest member of Cummins heavy duty engine family. The ISX12 G will operate exclusively on natural gas (CNG or LNG) utilizing Cummins Westport's proprietary spark-ignited, stoichiometric combustion with cooled exhaust gas recirculation (SEGR) technology, first introduced with the 8.9-litre ISL G.
The ISX12 G features three-way catalyst after-treatment, which is packaged as a muffler and is maintenance free. No diesel particulate filter or selective catalytic reduction after-treatment will be required. Preliminary specifications include a range of ratings to 400 hp and 1,450 lb-ft torque, optional engine brake, and manual and automatic transmission capability to meet customer and original equipment manufacturer requirements. The ISX12 G will be manufactured in Cummins' heavy duty engine plant in New York.
To learn more, visit Westport.com or Cummins.com.
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