Caterpillar 3406 Diesel 14.6L Engines
$12,555.00
Find a robust Basic Long Block. This Caterpillar 3406 A,B,C Diesel Engine series offers legendary mechanical reliability for heavy-duty trucks, construction, and industrial applications. Final price depends on your specific setup.
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Description
Power your heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, or industrial machinery with a high-quality Caterpillar 3406 A,B,C Diesel Engine Basic Long Block. These iconic 14.6L (893 cubic inch) inline-6 diesel engines are celebrated for their unparalleled durability, mechanical simplicity, and consistent performance across generations. Please note, the final price depends on your specific setup and any required components.
The Caterpillar 3406 A,B,C Diesel Engine series built Caterpillar’s reputation as a leader in heavy-duty power. These are the classic mechanical versions of the 3406 family, known for their “bulletproof” reliability and incredible longevity. The ‘A’ models started the legacy, followed by the ‘B’ series, which became immensely popular for its balance of power and efficiency. The ‘C’ models further refined this mechanical design. All three variants are prized by owner-operators and fleets alike for their straightforward maintenance and ability to accumulate millions of miles.
Key Features and Performance of the Caterpillar 3406 A,B,C Diesel Engines:
- Engine Configuration: These are inline-6, 4-stroke cycle diesel engines. They feature extremely robust cast-iron blocks and cylinder heads, built for relentless heavy-duty operation.
- Displacement: This Caterpillar 3406 A,B,C Diesel Engine has a substantial displacement of 14.6 Liters (893 cubic inches), providing immense power and torque.
- Mechanical Reliability: A hallmark of this series is its mechanical fuel injection system. This design offers straightforward operation, easy diagnostics, and legendary reliability in diverse conditions.
- Proven Horsepower & Torque: The 3406 A, B, and C models typically offer strong horsepower ratings, often ranging from 300 HP up to over 500 HP. They deliver massive, consistent torque, essential for heavy hauling, pulling, and industrial tasks.
- Exceptional Durability & Longevity: Caterpillar engineered these engines for extreme service life. They boast rugged construction with heavy-duty internal components, ensuring maximum uptime and very long service intervals.
Common Applications for Your Caterpillar 3406 A,B,C Diesel Engine:
The Caterpillar 3406 A,B,C Diesel Engine’s robust power and enduring dependability make it ideal for a wide array of heavy-duty sectors. For instance, you’ll commonly find these engines in:
- Heavy-Duty Highway Trucks: Immensely popular in Class 8 trucks, including long-haul, dump, refuse, and various vocational trucks.
- Construction Equipment: Powering large bulldozers, wheel loaders, excavators, and articulated trucks.
- Marine Propulsion: Used in many commercial vessels, tugboats, and fishing boats for reliable marine power.
- Power Generation: Providing dependable primary power for generator sets in industrial and standby applications.
- Industrial Power Units: Driving pumps, crushers, grinders, and other heavy industrial machinery.
Our Caterpillar 3406 A,B,C Diesel Engine Basic Long Blocks are meticulously prepared to the highest standards. This ensures a reliable and long-lasting engine solution that is ready to deliver peak performance for your equipment.
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| make | Caterpillar |
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| model | 3406 |
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- All engines are assembled in the USA.
- Replaces 100% of rings, bearings, bushings, gaskets, and seals.
- Matched OEM requirements for piston type depending upon HP and application.
- All heads get new valves and are vacuum tested to ensure the quality of the valve job. All heads are pressure tested and upgraded to the latest style valve seal.
- Cylinder head seats replaced 100% new.
- Camshaft is checked for size, reground, if necessary, and micropolished to OEM specifications.
- All connecting rods are demagnetized.
- Core plugs are 100% stainless steel to avoid corrosion.
- Blocks, heads and crankshafts are 100% magnaflux tested to avoid cracked components.
- Connecting rods have new bushings installed and both large and small end are remachined to OEM specifications.
Crankshaft is checked for size, reground, if necessary, and micropolished to OEM specifications.
ENGINE TESTING
Every engine is machined using state-of-the-art equipment and assembled using precise and repeatable methods. All engine production follows documented lean manufacturing processes and principles to create consistent quality and dependable outcomes.
All Short Block, Long Block, and Long Block Premium are 100% Sim tested before shipment.
Complete Drop-In engines are 100% dyno tested before shipment. Computer controls ensure that each engine dyno test is conducted under standard, repeatable settings. Every engine is run through a warm-up cycle; three separate cruise segments simulating light, medium, and heavy throttle conditions; maximum torque and horsepower tests; both high and low idle tests; and a black light leak detection test with dyed oil, coolant, and fuel.
we’ve been delivering remanufactured engines for skid steer loaders for over 30 years—longer than any competitor in the industry. Our veteran machinists, many with decades of experience, follow engine-specific rebuild procedures to ensure consistent quality with every unit.
Each engine is carefully rebuilt to meet or exceed OEM specifications, using top-tier components and proven techniques. This is more than just a repair—it’s a full remanufacturing process designed to restore the engine to like-new condition.
Before shipping, every complete skid steer engine is dyno-tested for performance and reliability, so you can install with confidence.
The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the final product. All information is subject to change without notice.
On-Road Complete Drop-In configurations: 2yr/unlimited mileage
Long Block configurations: 1 year/unlimited mileage.
Motorhome/RV Applications: 1 year parts and labor only.
Some restrictions apply; see limited warranty details or call for more information.
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