Is the 3406B a good engine?

Is the 3406B a good engine?

3406B one of the best cat engines ever made, should be at least 350 on up to 425hp, a true million mile motor. Not a fan of gmc/white, they can be a little different, although I’ve never had one personally. Have 4 3406B’s and drivers will chose them over a cummins any day.

What is a 3406B engine?

The 3406 line of engines is designed for use in heavy boats and can be used alone as a single engine, or in groups to generate mass amounts of power. It can be commonly found in large yachts, cruise ships and freight transportation vessels.

When did the 3406B come out?

CAT 3406 was released in 1973. 3406A,B&C are all mechanical, However the B&C models are also PEEC.

How do I know what kind of cat engine I have?

This information can be found on the engine data plate, located on the left side by the injection pump. Engine serial numbers are also stamped on the engine block.

Which cat engine is the best?

With this in mind, we have rounded up and listed Cat’s top 10 engines to date.

• Cat 3116. The Cat 3116 is a turbocharged diesel engine predominantly used in a marine setting.
• CAT C7.
• CAT 3408.
• CAT C15.
• CAT C16.
• CAT C9.
• CAT 3126.
• CAT 3306.

How do you tell what year a Cat excavator is?

How to Find the Year of Caterpillar Equipment

1. Find the product identification number. The engine’s serial number plate is usually found on the right rear side of the left cylinder block.
2. Write down the PIN.
3. Call your local Caterpillar equipment dealer and ask them to date the product by the PIN.

What do Cat engine numbers mean?

That is correct. In this engine numbering system, the last two digits are the number of cylinders. The second digit indicates the cylinder size family. Common varriants of the family are the 3406, 3408 and 3412. You may also find a letter after the engine, which indicates a generation family of the engine.