S29 engine
Built around the challenges of mining

The S29 brings together Cummins' proven mining expertise and a clean-sheet approach to engine development. Discover the thinking and engineering behind the S29, and how it has been shaped around the changing needs of mining customers.

Power meets efficiency

S29 at a glance.

Displacement 1,770 in³ (29L)
Cylinder configuration V-12
Power @ rated speed 1300 hp (969 kW) @ 2100 rpm
Peak torque 4425 lb-ft (6,000 N·m) @ 1300 rpm
Altitude 6,562 ft (2,000 m) without derate
Weight (Dry) 6,614 lb / 3,000 kg

 

Key benefits of the S29 mining engine

More power and possibilities

High power density and compact packaging deliver high-horsepower performance across a range of mining applications.

Built for demanding environments

Delivers full power at altitudes up to 3,000 m without derate, with reliable starts in temperatures down to -25°C.

Efficiency that works harder

Fuel-efficient engineering helps reduce fuel consumption and operating costs across demanding mining duty cycles.

Ready for changing requirements

Compliant with China Stage III (CSIII) and EPA Tier 2-equivalent emissions requirements.

Protecting uptime by design

Proven fuel-system technology and advanced monitoring help identify issues earlier, supporting uptime and maintenance.

Flexibility for the fuels ahead

A fuel-agnostic architecture gives mining operations greater flexibility as fuel requirements evolve.
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Advanced mining engine technology

Click on the hotspots to explore the S29 mining engine features that set a new standard across the board.

Explore more about the S29

Go deeper into the development, engineering and thinking behind the S29 with the latest stories, videos and updates.

Why the S29 changes everything

Performance, superior TCO, future-readiness. You name it, the new Cummins mining engine sets a new benchmark.

From the ground up

Why being future-fit in mining calls for systematic change.

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