Cummins Introduces the X10: A Durable and Versatile Mid-Bore Workhorse in the Cummins HELM™ 10-Liter Platform for 2027
Cummins (NYSE:CMI) has unveiled the X10, a new mid-bore heavy-duty engine set to launch in 2027. The X10 will replace both the L9 and X12 engine platforms, offering dual rating configurations: up to 450 horsepower and 1,650 lb-ft torque for heavy-duty applications, and up to 380 horsepower and 1,250 lb-ft torque for medium-duty needs.
The engine features enhanced Power Take-Off capability of 590 lb-ft continuous and 664 lb-ft intermittent, and comes equipped with Cummins' digital technologies through Acumen®. The X10 is part of the Cummins HELM™ platform, allowing customers to choose their preferred fuel type while maintaining performance and reliability.
The engine boasts a class-leading power-to-weight ratio and integrates with transmission options, including Eaton Cummins Joint Venture powertrains. The launch will follow extensive validation and millions of miles of planned on-road testing.
Cummins (NYSE:CMI) ha svelato il X10, un nuovo motore pesante di media cilindrata che sarà lanciato nel 2027. L'X10 sostituirà sia le piattaforme di motori L9 che X12, offrendo configurazioni di potenza doppia: fino a 450 cavalli e 1.650 lb-ft di coppia per applicazioni pesanti e fino a 380 cavalli e 1.250 lb-ft di coppia per esigenze di media pesantezza.
Il motore presenta una capacità di presa di forza migliorata di 590 lb-ft continua e 664 lb-ft intermittente, ed è dotato delle tecnologie digitali di Cummins tramite Acumen®. L'X10 fa parte della piattaforma HELM™ di Cummins, che consente ai clienti di scegliere il tipo di carburante preferito mantenendo prestazioni e affidabilità.
Il motore vanta un rapporto potenza-peso leader nella categoria e si integra con opzioni di trasmissione, inclusi i powertrain della Joint Venture Eaton Cummins. Il lancio seguirà un'ampia validazione e milioni di miglia di test su strada programmati.
Cummins (NYSE:CMI) ha presentado el X10, un nuevo motor pesado de media cilindrada que se lanzará en 2027. El X10 reemplazará tanto a las plataformas de motores L9 como X12, ofreciendo configuraciones de doble potencia: hasta 450 caballos de fuerza y 1,650 lb-ft de torque para aplicaciones pesadas, y hasta 380 caballos de fuerza y 1,250 lb-ft de torque para necesidades de media carga.
El motor cuenta con una capacidad de toma de fuerza mejorada de 590 lb-ft de forma continua y 664 lb-ft de forma intermitente, y viene equipado con las tecnologías digitales de Cummins a través de Acumen®. El X10 es parte de la plataforma HELM™ de Cummins, que permite a los clientes elegir su tipo de combustible preferido manteniendo el rendimiento y la fiabilidad.
El motor presume de una relación potencia-peso líder en su clase e integra opciones de transmisión, incluidos los trenes motrices de la empresa conjunta Eaton Cummins. El lanzamiento seguirá una validación extensa y millones de millas de pruebas en carretera planificadas.
Cummins (NYSE:CMI)은 2027년에 출시될 새로운 중형 중량 엔진 X10을 공개했습니다. X10은 L9 및 X12 엔진 플랫폼을 대체하며, 두 가지 출력 구성으로 제공됩니다: 중량 애플리케이션을 위한 최대 450 마력 및 1,650 lb-ft 토크, 중형 애플리케이션을 위한 최대 380 마력 및 1,250 lb-ft 토크입니다.
이 엔진은 590 lb-ft의 지속적인 힘과 664 lb-ft의 간헐적인 힘을 제공하는 향상된 동력 분출 능력을 갖추고 있으며, Acumen®을 통해 Cummins의 디지털 기술이 장착되어 있습니다. X10은 Cummins HELM™ 플랫폼의 일부로, 고객이 성능과 신뢰성을 유지하면서 선호하는 연료 유형을 선택할 수 있게 합니다.
이 엔진은 클래스 최고의 파워 대 중량 비율을 자랑하며, Eaton Cummins 합작 회사의 파워트레인을 포함한 변속기 옵션과 통합됩니다. 출시 전 광범위한 검증과 수백만 마일의 도로 테스트가 계획되어 있습니다.
Cummins (NYSE:CMI) a dévoilé le X10, un nouveau moteur lourd de taille intermédiaire qui sera lancé en 2027. Le X10 remplacera les plateformes de moteurs L9 et X12, offrant des configurations de puissance duales : jusqu'à 450 chevaux et 1 650 lb-ft de couple pour les applications lourdes, et jusqu'à 380 chevaux et 1 250 lb-ft de couple pour les besoins de poids moyen.
Le moteur présente une capacité de prise de force améliorée de 590 lb-ft en continu et 664 lb-ft en intermittent, et est équipé des technologies numériques de Cummins via Acumen®. Le X10 fait partie de la plateforme HELM™ de Cummins, permettant aux clients de choisir leur type de carburant préféré tout en maintenant performance et fiabilité.
Le moteur se vante d'un rapport puissance-poids de premier plan et s'intègre avec des options de transmission, y compris les groupes motopropulseurs de la coentreprise Eaton Cummins. Le lancement suivra une validation approfondie et des millions de kilomètres de tests routiers prévus.
Cummins (NYSE:CMI) hat den X10 vorgestellt, einen neuen mittelschweren Dieselmotor, der 2027 auf den Markt kommen soll. Der X10 wird sowohl die L9- als auch die X12-Motorenplattformen ersetzen und bietet zwei Leistungsstufen: bis zu 450 PS und 1.650 lb-ft Drehmoment für schwere Anwendungen sowie bis zu 380 PS und 1.250 lb-ft Drehmoment für mittelschwere Anforderungen.
Der Motor verfügt über eine verbesserte Leistungsausgangskapazität von 590 lb-ft kontinuierlich und 664 lb-ft intermittierend und ist mit Cummins' digitalen Technologien über Acumen® ausgestattet. Der X10 ist Teil der Cummins HELM™-Plattform, die es den Kunden ermöglicht, ihren bevorzugten Kraftstofftyp zu wählen und gleichzeitig Leistung und Zuverlässigkeit zu gewährleisten.
Der Motor bietet ein branchenführendes Verhältnis von Leistung zu Gewicht und lässt sich mit Übertragungsoptionen integrieren, einschließlich der Antriebsstränge des Joint Ventures Eaton Cummins. Der Markteinführung wird eine umfassende Validierung und Millionen von geplanten Testkilometern auf der Straße vorausgehen.
- New engine platform offers dual power configurations for versatile applications
- Class-leading power-to-weight ratio enhances efficiency
- Enhanced PTO capabilities for improved auxiliary equipment operation
- Integration with comprehensive digital technology suite
- Compatible with multiple transmission options including Eaton Cummins Joint Venture
- Four-year wait until product launch (2027)
- Requires extensive validation and testing before release
Insights
Cummins' announcement of the X10 engine represents a significant product consolidation strategy aimed at streamlining its mid-bore engine portfolio. By replacing both the L9 and X12 platforms with a single, versatile solution, Cummins is executing a product rationalization that should yield manufacturing efficiencies and simplified parts inventory management across its value chain.
The technical specifications—offering up to 450 horsepower and 1,650 lb-ft torque for heavy-duty applications and 380 horsepower with 1,250 lb-ft torque for medium-duty use—position this platform to serve multiple market segments with a common architecture. This multi-segment approach typically enhances economies of scale in production while reducing engineering overhead and development costs.
The enhanced PTO capabilities (590 lb-ft continuous/664 lb-ft intermittent) specifically target the vocational truck market, suggesting Cummins is strategically focusing on high-margin specialty applications where performance commands premium pricing. The integration with Cummins' digital ecosystem through Acumen indicates the company is embedding software-enabled services that could generate recurring revenue streams beyond the initial hardware sale.
The 2027 implementation timeline aligns with expected emissions regulatory changes, positioning Cummins to refresh its portfolio in synchronization with compliance requirements—a smart tactical approach to capital deployment in the heavy equipment sector.
The X10 engine introduction reflects Cummins' strategic response to evolving market demands for powertrain flexibility within its HELM platform framework. By creating a multi-fuel architecture, Cummins is safeguarding its market position amid the transportation industry's uncertain energy transition timeline.
The technical consolidation merits attention—developing a single platform to replace two distinct engine families represents significant engineering sophistication. The improved power-to-weight ratio addresses a critical performance metric that directly impacts vehicle efficiency and operating economics. For fleet operators, this translates to potentially higher payload capacity or improved fuel economy.
The digital integration strategy with Acumen is particularly noteworthy. By embedding prognostics and over-the-air update capabilities, Cummins is transitioning from being merely an engine supplier to providing comprehensive power solutions with ongoing service touchpoints. This positions them to capture additional value through the product lifecycle while providing defensibility against commoditization.
The partnership with Eaton Cummins Joint Venture for transmission integration demonstrates Cummins' systems-level thinking—optimizing the entire powertrain rather than just the engine component. This holistic approach typically delivers superior performance while strengthening Cummins' position in the value chain by making its products less interchangeable with competitor offerings.
The X10 is part of the Cummins HELM™ platforms, an approach that allows customers to choose the fuel type that best suits their needs. Alongside the X15 and B Series, the X10 provides customers with a power solution to meet their unique operational requirements while maintaining the performance and reliability for which Cummins is known.
“We’re incredibly proud to introduce the X10,” said Jose Samperio, Vice President – North American On-Highway Engine Business. “Designed to replace the L9 and X12 platforms, the X10 brings robust capabilities, exceptional durability and unmatched versatility to customers looking for heavy-duty performance in a more compact, efficient package. We’re confident the X10 will offer our customers the right engine to help them meet their operational goals.”
Cummins X10 provides two ratings sets to offer customers flexibility when powering their vehicles. For heavy-duty applications, the X10 delivers up to 450 horsepower and 1,650 lb-ft of torque, providing customers with an optimal balance of power and reliability. For applications requiring a medium-duty package, the X10 delivers ratings up to 380 horsepower and 1,250 lb-ft of torque, ensuring strong performance across a variety of demanding applications.
This engine is built to perform in the toughest conditions and environments ensuring it stands up to the demands of the job. It boasts a class-leading power-to-weight ratio, offering customers a combination of exceptional performance and efficiency, designed to enhance productivity without weighing down vehicles.
Whether navigating city streets or tackling tough jobs in off-road environments, the X10 brings a sustainable, high-performing solution to each demanding application. For those needing flexibility in how power is used, the X10 provides increased Power Take-Off (PTO) capability of 590 lb-ft continuous and up to 664 lb-ft intermittent, providing vocational truck customers with enhanced power and versatility. This increased PTO output allows for more efficient operation of auxiliary equipment.
The X10 will come equipped with Cummins’ comprehensive suite of digital technologies, designed to optimize performance, boost uptime and lower total cost of ownership. It features connectivity and instant access to a wide range of features and capabilities through Acumen®, Cummins’ smart computing hardware and OEM first-fit solutions. Customers can leverage digital tools that enhance driver experience, including predictive capabilities (prognostics) and advanced over-the-air updates.
The engine pairs with transmission options including fully integrated powertrain offerings from the Eaton Cummins Joint Venture, ensuring smooth shifting and maximum uptime. When combined with Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems, including drivelines and axles, the X10 delivers a performance-driven solution, ensuring power is transferred efficiently to the wheels for maximum durability and control across diverse applications.
The engine is designed to be an asset to the customers who work the hardest. Cummins will launch the X10 in 2027, following extensive validation to meet customer needs, backed by millions of miles of planned on-road testing in real-world applications.
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About Cummins HELM™
Cummins HELM™ is the industry’s first series of engine platforms – the X15, the X10 and the B – that allows customers to choose the fuel type that best suits their needs. These platforms have been designed not as a compromise, but with the entitlement of what each fuel can deliver.
About Cummins Inc.
Cummins Inc., a global power solutions leader, is comprised of five business segments – Components, Engine, Distribution, Power Systems, and Accelera by Cummins – supported by its global manufacturing and extensive service and support network, skilled workforce and vast technological expertise. Cummins is committed to its Destination Zero strategy – the company’s commitment to sustainability and helping its customers successfully navigate the energy transition with its broad portfolio of products. Cummins has approximately 76,500 employees and earned
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