A Timeline of Marine Diesel Engine Competition for Commercial Fishing Boats: Detroit Diesel, Cummins, and Caterpillar Vie for Global Waters

October 2, 2024

Marine Diesel Engine Competition for Commercial Fishing Boats Since 1940


1940s to 1960s: Detroit Diesel Dominates the Early Days


Detroit Diesel 6-71 vs. Cummins H Series


Detroit Diesel 6-71 (1938)


Cummins H Series (1931)


Competition Summary:


1960s to 1980s: Caterpillar Enters the Fray


Detroit Diesel 8V71 vs. Caterpillar 3406 vs. Cummins NT Series


Detroit Diesel 8V71 (1960s)


Caterpillar 3406 (1973)


Cummins NT Series (1961)


Competition Summary:


1990s to 2000s: Environmental Regulations Spark New Competition


Detroit Diesel Series 60 vs. Caterpillar 3512 vs. Cummins QSK Series


Detroit Diesel Series 60 (1993)


Caterpillar 3512 (1980s, updated in the 1990s)


Cummins QSK Series (Late 1990s)


Competition Summary:


Parts Catalog for  Caterpillar 3512


Parts Catalog for Cummins QSK 19 Marine Engine


2010s to Present: Fuel Efficiency, Emissions, and Global Reach


Caterpillar C18 and C32 vs. Cummins QSK and QSB Series


Caterpillar C18 (2000s)


Caterpillar C32 (2000s)


Cummins QSK Series (2010s)


Cummins QSB Series (2000s)


Competition Summary:


Parts Catalog for Caterpillar C18 


Parts Catalog for Caterpillar C32 


Parts Catalog for Cummins QSK 19 Marine Engine


Parts Catalog For Cummins QSB 5.9 L Marine Engines


Conclusion


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