Customer-Inspired Solutions. QSK23.

Power Units For Industrial Applications.

Power Units For
Industrial Applications.

Your business depends on people who’ve got what it QSK23 Ratings

takes – supported by equipment with the power, the Engine Advertised power Peak torque Aspiration
Model bhp (kW) lb-ft (N• m)
durability and the ratings to get the job done. You can
QSK23-760 760 (567) @ 2100 2400 (3254) @ 1300 Turbocharged
count on the Cummins QSK23 diesel power unit to fit Charge
Air-Cooled
your most aggressive and specialized applications. It QSK23-950 950 (708) @ 2100 2890 (3918) @ 1400 Turbocharged
Charge
comes fully equipped with its own instrument panel, Air-Cooled
cooling system and dual heavy-duty air cleaners, and is
base rail-mounted.
QSK23 Specifications
Displacement 1,412 cu in 23.14 liters
At the heart of the QSK23 power unit is the Cummins
Bore and stroke 6.69 in x 6.69 in 170 mm x 170 mm
QSK23 diesel engine. No matter what kind of challenge
Oil system capacity 13.7 U.S. gallons 51 liters
you’re facing, this electronically controlled low-emissions Total coolant system
35.75 U.S. gallons 135 liters
workhorse is the right choice for tough applications. capacity
Aspiration Turbocharged/Charge Air-Cooled
Known for excellent power density, economical
Length 125.39 in (3,184.9 mm)
operation and exceptional uptime, the QSK23 is proven
Width 66.28 in (1,683.5 mm)
around the clock, in the harshest conditions imaginable,
Height 91.71 in (2,329.4 mm)
in every corner of the world. Power unit
9,500 lb (4,309 kg)
weight (dry)
QSK23 Features And Benefits. Power Unit Features And Benefits.

Cummins QSK23 shares the proven power cylinder
design of our QST30 and QSK78 engines, for reliability
and durability you can count on. Here are some of the
heavy-duty components that make the QSK23 the right
choice for your applications.
n One-Piece Cast-Iron Block – Heavy-duty design
with wide cylinder spacing, for long life and excellent
rebuildability.
n Full-Authority Electronic Controls – Sophisticated
electronic controls optimize combustion based on
engine load and atmospheric conditions. They also
provide advanced monitoring, diagnostic and reporting
capabilities, with integrated engine protection features.
n High-Pressure Injection – Works at up to 35,000 psi,
to optimize engine response with the best fuel economy
and lowest emissions.
n Instrument Panel – Operates on 24 volts using the
Murphy PowerView™ Module J1939 communication with
a 9-pin diagnostic connection. Isolated inner panel within
an outer protective, lockable box. Shutdown protection
provided through the Electronic Control Module (ECM).
Available on right- or left-hand side of unit. NEMA® panels
also available.
n Cooling System – Heavy-duty solid-mount radiator
assembly with jacket-water, charge-air cooler and fuel
cooler incorporated. Sucker or blower fan arrangements
available. Aluminized charge-air cooler tubes and painted
water tubes. Radiator shroud, fan and belt guarding
included. Built-in low-coolant-level shutdown protection.
n Air Cleaner – Dual heavy-duty air cleaners with
aluminized tubing and reinforced shelving unit. Safety
elements included within the air cleaners, and restriction
indicators available.

n Precision-Honed Cylinder Liners – Precise liner

n Base Rail Mounting – Made of heavy-duty-constructed
machining with superior metal technology creates
C-channel. All metal components are powder-coated
exceptional surface smoothness and durability. Made
black. Passes a 1,000-hour saltwater test.
of ferrous cast ductile iron so that expansion and
contraction won’t create excess wear. n Clutches – Over-center and spread-bearing clutches
available, depending on application. Provided primarily by
n Ferrous Cast Ductile Iron Pistons – For even
Twin Disc.®
expansion and contraction during thermal cycles. This is
the same technology found in our 3500-hp (2610 kW)
QSK78.

n Large-Diameter Camshaft – 105 mm of hardened

surfaces handle high load capacities. Created
specifically to work with high-pressure injection systems.

n Rear Gear Train – Significantly reduces engine noise.

n Seven-Bolt Cylinder Head – Delivers even clamping

force, enabling high cylinder and injector pressures.

n Two-Stage Oil Filter – Combination full-flow and

bypass oil filter reduces maintenance costs as it extends
service intervals.
Cummins Industrial Warranty.
Coverage for two years or 2,000 hours of operation,
whichever occurs first, from the date of delivery of the
power unit to the first user, or from the date the unit is
first leased, rented or loaned, or when the power unit
has been operated for 50 hours, whichever comes first.
If the 2,000-hour limit is exceeded during the first year,
coverage continues until the end of the first year.
Maintenance Intervals.
Long maintenance intervals mean more productivity on
the job. That’s why Cummins QSK23 power units only
require oil and oil filter changes every 250 hours
or 6 months.
What The Cummins QuickServe®
Commitment Means To You.
Cummins QuickServe offers you factory-certified
technicians, the most sophisticated diagnostic and
repair tools in the industry and the largest international
parts and service network of any engine manufacturer.
Our worldwide team of mobile service technicians is
always ready to deliver service when and where you
need it.
Every Contact.
Cummins Power Products offers the best long-term
value for your equipment needs, whether it is an
“off-the-shelf” power unit or a custom design. And
we’re eager to prove it. Call us at 248-573-1600, and
find out how we can put a new generation of power to
work for you.
Standard And Optional Features.
Standard Optional
Air cleaner with safety element, SAE #10
Air cleaner with safety element, SAE #1
Decal option/parts manual
Clutch support plate
Twin Disc clutch, SAE #0 or SAE #1
Electronic linear throttle control
Electrical wiring 24-volt (high-current)
Instrument panel mounting
Instrument panel – 24-volt PowerView
Includes: Murphy PowerView with gauges
(oil pressure/water temperature/tachometer/
voltmeter), key switch, run/idle switch, 9-pin
J1939 diagnostic port and isolated panel
within enclosed, lockable box
Instrument panel – 24-volt NEMA
Includes: Murphy PowerView with gauges
(oil pressure/water temperature /tachometer/
voltmeter), key switch, run/idle switch, 9-pin
J1939 diagnostic port and isolated panel
within enclosed, lockable NEMA box
12-foot extension harness
24-foot extension harness
Packaging/shipping
Engine mounting/base rail, SAE #0 – non-isolated
Engine mounting/base rail, SAE #1 – non-isolated
Cooling system – 125°F, sucker
Includes: radiator assembly with jacket-water/
charge-air cooler/fuel cooler, sucker fan,
fan spacer, shroud, tubes and guarding
Cooling system – 125°F, blower
Includes: radiator assembly with jacket-water/
charge-air cooler/fuel cooler, blower fan,
fan spacer, shroud, tubes and guarding
Restriction indicator – air cleaner
Coolant-level safety shutdown indicator
QSK23 Torque And Power Curves.

760 hp/2400 @1300 FR 50001 950 hp/2890 @1400 FR 50003

Torque (lb-ft)

Torque (lb-ft)
Power (bhp)

Power (bhp)

QSK23 Dimensional View.

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