The 5.9 Cummins was produced in two different variations by Dodge from 1989 until 2007. The first generation, known as the 6BT or 5.9 Cummins 12v, was produced from 1984 until 1998. It produced 160-230hp and 400-440lb-ft. of torque. The ISB 5.9 Cummins 24v entered in mid-year 1998 and was phased out after 2007 for…
Currently the longest standing diesel engine, the 6.7 Cummins produces 420hp and 1,075lb-ft. of horsepower. Initially launched in 2007.5, the 6.7 Cummins produced 350hp and 610-650lb-ft. of torque. While earlier years had stout power numbers for their time, it doesn’t quite compare to the 4-digit torque numbers modern diesels produce. Whether you have an earlier…
Launched in mid-year of 2007, the 6.7 Cummins initially produced 350hp and 610-650lb-ft. of torque, depending on the transmission. The engine had a number of small changes in the early years with the biggest changes coming in 2011 when SCR and all the other emissions systems were added. Still in production today, the 6.7 Cummins…
The 5.9 Cummins is legendary in the diesel world for many reasons. However, by modern diesel standards it’s a bit lacking in power and torque. Fortunately, the Cummins 5.9L diesel engine has plenty of untapped potential. A few basic mods can truly take it to the next level. Among the best upgrades for the 5.9…
The 5.9 and 6.7 Cummins diesel engines are common options in Dodge and Ram trucks. These two engines have powered Dodge Ram trucks since 1989. Despite only two primary engine designs for a 30 year span there are many differences. Horsepower and torque can vary wildly by Cummins model year trucks. In this guide, we…
