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Cummins C230-20 170KW 230HP Vehicle Diesel Engine
Cummins C230-20 6-cylinder in-line diesel engine rated 170 kW (230 HP) at 2200 rpm with 8.3L displacement for trucks, buses, coaches and municipal vehicles.
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Overview
What This Engine Is Built For
The Cummins C230-20 is a 6-cylinder in-line vehicle diesel engine of 8.3L with a 114 * 135 mm bore and stroke supplied by MEP Power as a complete assembly. It is rated at 170 kW (230 HP) at 2200 rpm and develops 861 N.m @ 1300 rpm. The engine is turbocharged & air-air intercooled and water cooled, with a PW 2000 Pump/ RSV-K Governor fuel system. It is built at the Dongfeng Cummins Plant and carries Euro II. Typical duty is trucks, buses, coaches and municipal vehicles; dry weight with flywheel and alternator is 604 Kg and the overall envelope is 1180mm*920mm*1280.
ModelCummins C230-20 170KW 230HP Vehicle Diesel Engine
Rated power170 kW/230HP
Displacement8.3L
AspirationTurbocharged & Air-Air Intercooled
CertificationEuro II
Net weight604 Kg
Key Benefits
- Delivers 170 kW (230 HP) at 2200 rpm from 8.3L as a factory-rated assembly.
- Peak torque of 861 N.m @ 1300 rpm holds the load without downshifting or derating.
- Turbocharged & Air-Air Intercooled induction with water cooling keeps charge temperature under control in continuous duty.
- Supplied to Euro II, so the unit can be registered in markets that require it.
- Dry weight 604 Kg and envelope 1180mm*920mm*1280 are published so the installation can be checked before ordering.
- Rated for continuous running up to 3000 m altitude.
Application Scenarios
- Heavy truck engine assembly replacement
- City bus and coach repower
- Mixer, tipper and refuse body chassis
- Light commercial vehicle conversion
Who It Is For
- Truck and bus fleets doing engine assembly swaps instead of in-frame rebuilds
- Body builders and chassis converters specifying a known driveline
- Workshops supporting Dongfeng and other Cummins-powered vehicles
- Municipal fleets running refuse, mixer and utility bodies
Problems It Solves
- In-frame rebuilds tie up a bay for days and still leave old ancillaries in service.
- Emission compliance has to be matched to the market the vehicle runs in.
- Mixed fleets with several engine families multiply the parts a workshop must carry.
- Identifying the right C230-20 variant from a serial number takes experience; MEP Power checks the configuration before quoting.
Technical data
Specification As Published
Values below are the published data for this unit. Where a figure is not listed it was not stated by the source data sheet; ask and we will confirm before you order.
| Model | Cummins C230-20 170KW 230HP Vehicle Diesel Engine |
| Type | 6 Cylinders in Line |
| Displacement | 8.3L |
| Bore x Stroke | 114 * 135 |
| Net Weight (with flywheel and alternator) | 604 Kg |
| Overall Dimension | 1180mm*920mm*1280 |
| Manufacturing Plant | Dongfeng Cummins Plant |
| Rated Power/Speed | 170 kW/230HP |
| Rated Speed | 2200 rpm |
| Max Torque/Speed | 861 N.m @ 1300 rpm |
| Max No-load Governed Speed | 2500 rpm |
| Idle Speed | 750 rpm |
| Fuel Consumption at Rated Power | 237g/Kw.h |
| Max Continuous Running Altitude | 3000 m |
| Certification | Euro II |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged & Air-Air Intercooled |
| Fuel System | PW 2000 Pump/ RSV-K Governor |
| Compression Ratio | 18:1 |
| Electrical System (starter motor/alternator) | 12V (500A)/24V (250A) |
| Lowest Starting Temp (without auxiliary system) | -10℃/-25℃ |
| Engine Cooling Fluid Volume | 12.3 L |
| Cooling Method | Water Cooled |
| Cylinders | 6 Cylinders in-line |
| Prime Power | 170KW/230HP |
Technical Features
- Cylinders: 6 Cylinders in Line
- Displacement: 8.3L
- Bore and stroke: 114 * 135
- Aspiration: Turbocharged & Air-Air Intercooled
- Fuel system: PW 2000 Pump/ RSV-K Governor
- Electrical system: 12V (500A)/24V (250A)
- Compression ratio: 18:1
- Coolant capacity: 12.3 L
Quality Control
- Every engine is inspected by the MEP Power inspection team before it leaves the warehouse
- Engine, configuration and serial numbers are recorded and photographed for the buyer
- Genuine and OEM units are quoted separately so the buyer knows exactly what is supplied
- Warranty on genuine and OEM new engines and generator sets is one year or 1000 hours, whichever comes first; parts and repair labour are covered for quality faults inside that period.
Use and Installation Guide
- Quote the model C230-20 when ordering so the correct variant is supplied.
- Match the flywheel housing and clutch to the existing gearbox
- Check the emission level required in the registration market before ordering
- Re-use the vehicle's cooling pack only if it meets the engine's heat rejection
- Keep the warranty terms in mind: one year or 1000 hours, whichever comes first.
Customisation Options
- OEM and ODM builds, including your logo and company name on the unit
- Cummins engine customisation and modification to your requirement
- Mining and special explosion-proof builds
- Genuine or OEM parts specified on the quotation
How It Compares
| Compared with | What to consider |
|---|---|
| A rebuilt or used engine of the same rating | A rebuilt unit may show the same 170 kW (230 HP) on paper, but its running history is unknown and the warranty rarely covers the whole engine. |
| A larger engine in the same Cummins range | Moving up a frame size adds weight, envelope and fuel burn; specify the next size up only if the duty cycle really needs the headroom. |
| A non-Cummins engine of similar output | Parts and service for Cummins families are available in most markets, which matters more over ten years than the purchase price on day one. |
Questions
C230-20 Questions
Is this C230-20 a genuine Cummins engine
MEP Power supplies 100% genuine Cummins engines, generator sets and engine parts, plus OEM units and customised builds. Tell us which you need and the quotation will state clearly whether the unit offered is genuine, OEM or a customised build.
What power does the C230-20 produce
The rating supplied is 170 kW (230 HP) at 2200 rpm; peak torque is 861 N.m @ 1300 rpm.
What warranty comes with the engine
New genuine and OEM engines and generator sets carry one year or 1000 hours, whichever comes first. Inside that period MEP Power supplies replacement parts free of charge and covers the cost of the engine repair for quality faults.
How do I confirm this is the right variant for my machine
Send the engine serial number or the nameplate photograph of the unit being replaced. MEP Power checks it against the C230-20 configuration before quoting.
How is the engine shipped and what payment terms apply
Shipment is by sea, air or express depending on size and urgency, arranged by MEP Power or by your own forwarder. Payment terms are Alipay, WeChat, T/T or L/C.
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