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The Detroit® DD5™ is purpose-built to keep you moving. Innovative variable cam phasing technology means fewer regens. A fuel-efficient design makes the most of every gallon. Our Virtual Technician remote diagnostic system streamlines maintenance decisions. The result? A 4-cylinder engine that gives you more time on the road, and plenty of power to do more.

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560-660 lb-ft

Torque Range

200-240

Horsepower Range

5.1 L

Displacement

This next-generation mid-range engine delivers unsurpassed efficiency with exceptional endurance. All while achieving the longest maintenance intervals in the industry for maximum uptime.

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Perform When It Counts.

The DD5 is the most technologically advanced mid-range engine available in its market. Its features include:

  • Proprietary variable cam-phasing technology that reduces or eliminates regens for efficient aftertreatment system performance. Variable cam phasing keeps your aftertreatment system at the right temperatures during low-speed operation. That means fewer (or no) parked regens—and more time on the road. 
  • The DD5™ also has a smart, fuel-efficient design that makes the most of every gallon and lightens the load on the aftertreatment system. 
  • Its advanced common rail fuel system optimizes each injection event to minimize fuel consumption. 
  • A variable-speed fan and advanced cooling system providing shorter fan-on times for increased fuel efficiency
  • Simple, fixed-geometry, dual-stage turbo for performance, efficiency and reliability
  • An optional high-performance integrated engine brake
  • A B10 life of 400,000 miles
  • A robust rear gear train
  • The Detroit Connect Virtual Technician® remote diagnostic system to maximize uptime
  • Detroit provides a wide range of new vehicle engines compliant with EPA, CARB emissions, GHG, and OBD requirements. Please consult your local dealer to ensure the selection of a product that meets your specific needs.

Model Options

Designed for short-haul pickup and delivery. 

 

         

 M2 106 Plus

Detroit Connect Virtual Technician remote diagnostic system

When a critical fault occurs, Virtual Technician transmits data to our experts at the Detroit Customer Support Center for further analysis. Within minutes, fleets and owner-operators know the severity of the fault and when, where and how to best fix the issue.

    • Detroit Connect Virtual Technician® Benefits: 
      • Better insight into performance
      • Information delivered quickly to decision makers
      • Reduced time spent on diagnostics keeps trucks on the job

Keep running

With the longest service intervals in its class at up to 50,000 miles, along with an easily serviceable design, the Detroit DD5 lowers your cost of ownership by decreasing your time in the shop. With oil and fuel filters positioned above the frame rails, you'll be back in the driver's seat fast.

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Brochures

Detroit Mid-Range Engines Brochure

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Videos

DD5 & DD8 Reliability and Testing Detroit Engine Assembly Video

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