Perkins announces its new powerful 854 Series compact engine

Perkins Engines has completed its Tier 4 Interim / Stage IIIB product range with the introduction of a new four cylinder 3.4 litre engine.

The new 854 Series builds on Perkins’ strength and ability to tailor power solutions for individual customer needs. Significantly the new model will allow Perkins to offer customers greater power density and compactness to suit their precise requirements, whatever the application.

In addition to the 1200 Series, recently unveiled at Intermat, and the existing 400 Series, the 854E completes Perkins’ product range of cleaner, compact diesel engines which meet Tier 4 Interim / Stage IIIB legislative requirements. Offering more power and torque from a smaller package, customers will now be able to move seamlessly through the power bands as the 854E produces 45kW (60hp) up to 86kW (115hp).

The 854E range benefits from a common rail fuel injection system, smart waste-gated turbocharger and aftercooler, all regulated by full authority electronic controls to ensure world-class performance and fuel consumption.

Starting from 2011, the engine, which develops a peak torque of up to 420Nm, will be available in the 2,200 to 2,500rpm speed range.

This optimised engine, which meets Perkins’ specifications and is being developed within a new partnership with Fiat Powertrain Technologies (FPT), deploys state-of-the-art emissions control and aftertreatment.

This strategic partnership ensures Perkins’ customers benefit from a class-leading offering, delivered through complementary abilities in engine design and a global product application and support network, providing customers with access to a complete suite of product solutions.

As with all Perkins engines flexibility and options availability for engine and aftertreatment will ensure easy packaging for customers.

In keeping with all Perkins’ Tier 4 Interim / Stage IIIB product range, the 854E has been developed using extensive “voice of the customer” research. To meet these requirements, the range features a strong emphasis on power density, fuel consumption and performance, giving OEMs choice and support if downsizing is desired.

“Customers will be really excited about the new 854E as it gives them greatly increased choice and flexibility in this highly competitive power range,” said Nigel Baseley, Perkins’ marketing director.

“The increased torque, power density and performance of the 854E, complements Perkins’ Tier 4 Interim / Stage IIIB product range which we are confident will meet customers’ requirements. The power and performance provided by the new engine offering also supports downsizing which could help OEMs minimise the need for machine redesign in this cost sensitive climate,” added Nigel.