New Engine With 2,889 Hp, 1,143 Kgfm of Torque, Weighing Nearly 10 Tons, Under Development and May Run on Diesel and Ethanol

Written by Ruth Rodrigues

Published on 03/07/2025 at 20:52

Projeto inédito no setor de mineração brasileira desenvolve motor V16 que utiliza 70% de etanol e 30% de diesel. Com mais de 2.800 cv, iniciativa da Cummins, Vale e Komatsu promete reduzir até 70% das emissões de CO₂. Montagem: CANVA

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Novel Project in the Brazilian Mining Sector Develops V16 Engine That Uses 70% Ethanol and 30% Diesel. With Over 2,800 HP, Initiative by Cummins, Vale, and Komatsu Promises to Reduce CO₂ Emissions by Up to 70%.

An engine with over 2,800 horsepower, powered by a mixture of ethanol and diesel, is being developed for use in mining. The proposal stems from a partnership between Vale, the Japanese manufacturer Komatsu, and the American company Cummins. The focus is clear: transform the operation of heavy vehicles in Brazilian mines.

The proposal for the flexible engine goes far beyond what we know in automobiles. With superlative size and power, it will be used in off-road trucks that transport hundreds of tons in extreme conditions.

How Does the Flexible Engine in Mining Work?

Called QSK60, Cummins’ engine is a V16 with up to 2,889 horsepower and torque of 1,143 kgfm. The current project adapts this configuration to operate with 70% ethanol and 30% diesel.

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Exclusive Project for Operations in Brazil

Although developed at Cummins’ headquarters in Indiana, USA, the engine was designed exclusively for the Brazilian market.

The initiative directly addresses the sustainability needs of domestic mining, especially in Vale operations.

The miner, which has been adopting strict environmental impact reduction goals, sees this project as a technological milestone.

The use of ethanol, an abundant fuel in Brazil, contributes to the policy of promoting renewable sources.

An Engine Outside Conventional Standards

The QSK60 engine weighs 7,794 kg dry, and can reach 9,616 kg with fluids. It will be installed in Komatsu trucks with a maximum operational weight of up to 107,600 kg.

These vehicles reach a maximum speed of only 30 km/h, but are essential for moving tons of ore in rugged terrain.

Unlike passenger car engines, which prioritize speed and lightness, this type of powerplant is designed to withstand, push, and last.

Even at low speed, performance and robustness are crucial in the mining environment.

The Mining Revolution Begins with the Engine

The definition of a flexible engine gains new meaning with Cummins’ project. Focused on sustainability and the safe operation of heavy machinery, the proposal paves the way for cleaner mining in Brazil.

The involvement of giants like Vale and Komatsu adds weight to the project. The expectation is that by 2026, field tests will confirm the viability of the new technology.

With information from the website AutoPao

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New Engine With 2,889 Hp, 1,143 Kgfm of Torque, Weighing Nearly 10 Tons, Under Development and May Run on Diesel and Ethanol

Novel Project in the Brazilian Mining Sector Develops V16 Engine That Uses 70% Ethanol and 30% Diesel. With Over 2,800 HP, Initiative by Cummins, Vale, and Komatsu Promises to Reduce CO₂ Emissions by Up to 70%.

How Does the Flexible Engine in Mining Work?

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New Engine With 2,889 Hp, 1,143 Kgfm of Torque, Weighing Nearly 10 Tons, Under Development and May Run on Diesel and Ethanol

Novel Project in the Brazilian Mining Sector Develops V16 Engine That Uses 70% Ethanol and 30% Diesel. With Over 2,800 HP, Initiative by Cummins, Vale, and Komatsu Promises to Reduce CO₂ Emissions by Up to 70%.

How Does the Flexible Engine in Mining Work?

Exclusive Project for Operations in Brazil

An Engine Outside Conventional Standards

The Mining Revolution Begins with the Engine

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China transforms desert-devastated area into the world’s largest artificial forest, planting trees for 60 years, blocking sand that reached Beijing, and creating a “green lung” of 92,000 hectares in a region once considered lost.

Toyota launches “family hybrid van” with 7 or 8 seats, 1.8 hybrid engine, fuel consumption of up to 23.8 km/l, and a price equivalent to about R$ 104,000 without taxes, below the Tiggo 8 Pro Plug-in Hybrid sold in Brazil: meet the Noah Hybrid 2026 in Japan.

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