Cummins gains new type approval for X15 marine engine

The X15 classed engine will be in full production in late 2022. Initially released for the marine segment in late 2018, the X15 engine has been more than 15 years in the making within the industrial market, and Cummins says it offers some of the strongest torque and performance among its direct competitors. The X15 includes complete engine protection capabilities, fuel sensor, gear pressure, and temperature monitoring as well as digital start/stop functionality.

The X15 utilises the latest Cummins fuel system product, XPI. This common rail system provides the highest injection pressure of any other common rail system resulting in an efficient fuel burn for clean emissions and optimized fuel economy. It also uses the most intelligent Cummins engine control module, CM2350, which provides advanced diagnostic and monitoring capability, as well as engine protection through de-rates and automated engine shut downs to prevent catastrophic failures.

The engine is suitable for commercial marine market segments including inland waterways, commercial fishing and passenger transport. It is easy to maintain and boasts a power range of 450 horsepower – 600 horsepower (336 – 447 kW), offering the highest power density for continuous applications in its category, with a weight of 1724 kg (3800 lbs). Constant-speed auxiliary ratings are available at 50 hz or 60 hz with 507 horsepower (373 kW) with the option to pair with an alternator or Stamford AvK offering.

Since its initial release, the X15 has utilised Cummins’ XPI fuel system product, resulting in an efficient fuel burn for clean emissions and optimized fuel economy and ensuring compliance with IMO Tier 2 and EPA Tier 3 emissions standards. It is now available to pair with Cummins’ PrevenTech Marine solution – an integrated digital solution for end-to-end equipment health management to boost uptime, reduce costs, and ensure peace of mind, safety and planning.

Cummins has shipped 2.5 million 15 litre engines across multiple segments to date and is confident in the total reliability of its engines. The X15 marine engine is available with a base warranty of 24 months or 8,000 hours for heavy-duty applications and 24 months or unlimited hours for continuous duty.