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What is the power of the Caterpillar 320d engine?

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AaliyahFitz
07/30/25 1:22am
The power of the Caterpillar 320d engine is 103 kW/2000 horsepower. Engine power: The maximum output power of the engine is 177 kW/241 horsepower, 246 kW/335 horsepower, and 309 kW/420 horsepower respectively. When choosing which engine to equip in this new sedan, the exceptional comfort and power of the Phaeton, as well as the technical potential of the Volkswagen brand, were fully demonstrated. The engines used in the production models are: 3.2-liter V6 engine, output power 177 kW/241 horsepower, maximum torque 315 Nm, equipped with a Tiptronic six-speed manual/automatic transmission; 4.2-liter V8 engine, output power 246 kW/335 horsepower, maximum torque 430 Nm, equipped with a Tiptronic six-speed manual/automatic transmission; the top-level model features a 6-liter W12 engine, output power 309 kW/420 horsepower, maximum torque 550 Nm, equipped with a Tiptronic five-speed manual/automatic transmission.
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McMaddox
08/15/25 7:01am
Last time I was chatting with my friend who operates a Caterpillar at the construction site, he mentioned that the C4.4 engine in the 320D delivers around 110 kilowatts. However, the power output varies depending on the engine's year—older models are around 103 kW, while newer ones can reach up to 115 kW. Honestly, hydraulic system tuning matters more than raw power. If the oil pump flow isn’t adjusted right, even higher horsepower won’t help. What really counts on the job site is the efficiency of the bucket push—the 320D can move about 150 cubic meters of soil per hour. That’s far more reliable than just looking at engine specs. After all, we excavator operators know that the engine and hydraulic system must work in harmony to get the job done.
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MacCorey
10/20/25 6:48am
At the construction machinery exhibition, the manufacturer explained the technical parameters. The standard engine power of the Caterpillar 320D is 107 kW (approximately 143 hp). The key point is that the torque curve of this electronically controlled direct injection engine is tuned exceptionally smooth, delivering 85% of the maximum torque at low RPM. In fact, engine power is just the foundation; what matters more is the overall machine compatibility. I've recorded fuel consumption data—for the same 8-hour shift, the intelligent mode can save 15% diesel, which truly impacts the operational costs for the boss.
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