DD15

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T ECHNIC A L SPECIF IC AT IONS

ENGINES
The DD15 takes innovation to a whole new level.
This impressive new engine delivers incredible torque response and power, increased fuel economy,
extremely long torque range, increased maintenance intervals and a smoother, cleaner ride.

Incredible Torque Response

• The DD15 delivers 90% peak torque in 1.5 seconds.
Here’s how:
– Breakthrough innovation called
Amplified Common Rail Fuel System (ACRS™)
– Simple and reliable pre-EPA ’98 non-wastegated and
non-variable geometry-style turbocharger
– Low inertia, dual overhead camshafts

Increased Fuel Economy

• A 5% fuel savings* over other leading engines
• Turbo compounding system recovers normally wasted
exhaust gases and turns them into usable power without
sacrificing fuel

Extremely Long Torque Range

• Pulls down to 1000 RPM
• At just over 1000 RPM, you’re at 90% peak torque
• Ultra-long flat torque curve for less shifting

Smoother, Quieter Engine

• ACRS reduces emissions, noise and vibration
• Rear gear train and ribbed cast iron cylinder block with
integrated oil and coolant passages minimize vibration
and sound
• Integrated Jacobs ® Engine Brake with three levels of DD15 Specifications
braking increases stopping power and reduces noise
Configuration Inline 6 Cylinder

Low Maintenance Displacement 906 cu. in. (14.8 L)

• Engine sub-systems are modularly built to simplify parts Compression Ratio 18.4:1
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replacement and maintenance Bore 5.47 in. (139 mm)

Stroke 6.42 in. (163 mm)
• All filters are cartridge style and located above the frame
rails for easy replacement Weight (Dry) 2880 lb. (1306 kg)
Electronics DDEC® VI
Oil Capacity 47 qt. (45.7 L)
Horsepower Range 455-560
Torque Range 1550-1850

* Compared to a Detroit Diesel Series 60 EPA 2007 engine with comparable engine ratings and load weights.
 T ECHNIC A L SP ECIF IC AT IONS DD15

Performance Curve Example

455 bhp @ 1800 r-min - 1550 lb-ft DEMAND TORQUE RESPONSE

1800 DD15 Competitor A Series 60 ®

TORQUE lb-ft
1551 lb-ft 1550 lb-ft 1850 lb-ft 1550 lb-ft
1600 90
All the power
1400
you need
1328 lb-ft
1200

1000

% OF MAX POWER (TORQUE)

500 800

450
455 bhp 50
400

350
35
POWER bhp

300 Just part of the

power you need

0
0 1000
ENGINE SPEED r-min
1200 1400 1600 1800 2000
1.5 2.7 4.4
RESPONSE (SECONDS)

At 1.5 Seconds You Can Demand Peak Torque

90% of 1550 lb-ft DD15

50% of 1850 lb-ft Competitor A

Power Ratings
35% of 1550 lb-ft Series 60 ®
DD15 Engine Power Ratings 0
500 700 900 1100 1300 1500
455 HP @ 1800 RPM 1550 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM TORQUE in lb-ft

475 HP @ 1800 RPM 1550 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM

455 HP @ 1800 RPM 1650 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM Maintenance Intervals
475 HP @ 1800 RPM 1650 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
Maintenance Item Severe-Duty Short-Haul Long-Haul
505 HP @ 1800 RPM 1650 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
Engine Oil and Filter Change† 25,000 35,000 50,000
515 HP @ 1800 RPM 1750 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
Fuel Filter Change 25,000 35,000 50,000
485 HP @ 1800 RPM 1850 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
Initial Valve Lash Adjustment 60,000 mi or nearest scheduled maintenance interval
500 HP @ 1800 RPM 1850 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM †
Based on using Detroit Diesel lube oil and oil analysis program. Severe Duty is up to 30,000 annual miles and a
vehicle that averages less than 5 miles per gallon (mpg). Short Haul is between 30,000 and 60,000 annual miles
530 HP @ 1800 RPM 1850 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM and a vehicle that averages between 5 and 6 mpg. Long Haul is over 60,000 annual miles and a vehicle that
averages greater than 6 mpg.
560 HP @ 1800 RPM 1850 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
DD15 Engine Cruise Power Ratings Standard Warranty
455/475 HP @ 1800 RPM 1550 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
Warranty Limits (Whichever Occurs First) Repair Charge (Paid by Owner)
455/475 HP @ 1800 RPM 1650 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM Item
Months Miles / Kilometers Parts Labor
455/505 HP @ 1800 RPM 1650 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
Engine 0-24 Unlimited No charge No charge
475/505 HP @ 1800 RPM 1650 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
485/530 HP @ 1800 RPM 1850 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM 200,000 mi
Injectors 0-24 No charge No charge
320,000 km
500/560 HP @ 1800 RPM 1850 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM
Upon expiration of the 24-month warranty coverage, but within 500,000 mi /
DD15 Engine Multi-Torque Power Ratings 800,000 km of use, the warranty continues to apply as follows:

455 HP @ 1800 RPM 1550/1750 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM Major 500,000 mi

25-60 No charge Not covered
475 HP @ 1800 RPM 1650/1850 lb-ft @ 1100 RPM Components 800,000 km

For more information, call 1-800-445-1980. www.DetroitDiesel.com

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