John Deere unveils two new engines

The addition of the engines to its offering means John Deere can offer marine customers heavier duty cycles ‘and a more comprehensive power range, from 298kW to 599kW (between 400 and 803 horsepower), the company says.

The engines will be IMO Tier 2, EPA Tier 3 and EU RCD II certified, and compatible with renewable diesel fuel and biodiesel blends, John Deere says.

“With the JD14 and JD18 marine engines, we’re able to deliver high performance and excellent fuel efficiency while providing the rugged durability our marine engines have become known for in the industry,” said John Deere Power Systems senior vice president Pierre Guyot. “We’re thrilled to demonstrate our commitment to the marine industry through these new engines and to serve a new power class.”

The JD14 is aimed at passenger vessels, pilot boats and various workboat and pleasure craft applications, he said, with its 13.6L 6-cylinder engine, with its power range of 298-599kW.

The JD18 ‘unlocks new potential for marine customers in commercial fishing, passenger vessel and tugboat markets with its 18L displacement and anticipated power levels from 410 up to 599kW’, the company says.

Other features include a high-pressure common-rail fuel system too optimise fluid consumption and improve fuel economy; a rear gear train with up to two rear PTOs ad capacity for auxiliary power; an overhead canshaft design and hydraulic lash adjusters; and a higher duty cycle to ‘keep vessels on the water longer’.

Production of the two engines is planned to begin in 2026.