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Diesel Engines : International® Engines : T 444E

International® Engines - T 444E
The first of the medium-duty diesels to incorporate comprehensive electronic controls, the T 444E is the most proven, best-selling electronic diesel in its class. It outsells the others by providing economical power: its combination of low initial cost, driveability and compact size are unmatched.

175-230 HP

460-620 lbf-ft torque

Largest displacement among solid block/parent bore competitors

Diamond Logic electronic controls monitor hundreds of operational parameters for maximum performance and fuel economy while minimizing noise levels and reducing emissions

Available in environmentally-friendly CFFV/LEV (clean fuel fleet vehicle/low emission vehicle) ratings

Compact size eliminates need for doghouse, increasing interior cab room and driver comfort

Ease of serviceability, less downtime through smart design

Low initial cost perfectly suited to economy drivetrain applications


Proven Economy, Proven Durability

The challenge of real-world durability proven in service. Millions of in-service miles have earned the International T 444E the reputation of a durable performer. To verify this, T 444E engineers performed teardown inspections of fleet-owned,daily-operated engines with 300,000 to nearly 500,000 miles of accumulated service. Meticulous inspection of the engines showed minimal signs of wear, and no major repairs had been required during the life of the engines.

How is it possible to achieve such impressive service? The T 444E is smart. Its integrated design is reinforced with strong components to ensure reliable, everyday workhorse performance and long life.


Features
Single 8-Groove Poly-Vee Serpentine Belt Drive is self-tensioning, resulting in a virtually maintenance-free design.

Gear-Driven Front-End Drive Components: Power Steering Pump for trouble-free operation and greater reliability and durability.

Gear-Driven Front-End Drive Components: High-Pressure Oil Pump for trouble-free operation and greater reliability and durability.

Gear-Driven Front-End Drive Components: Camshaft for trouble-free operation and greater reliability and durability.

Hydraulic Tappets With Roller Followers eliminate the need for valve lash adjustments.

Plateau-Honed Cylinder Bores contribute to long bore life and superior oil control and uniform piston ring lubrication.

Forged Micro-Alloy Steel Crankshaft fillets and journals are induction-hardened for strength and durability. Large bearing surfaces ensure long engine life and advanced manufacturing processes assure precision and uniformity.

Forged Steel Connecting Rods with large bearing surfaces provide exceptional strength and long life.

Piston Cooling Jets provide optimum temperature control and lubrication, resulting in longer life.

Keystone Plasma Faced Top Ring minimizes oil consumption and emissions while increasing power cylinder life.

Electronic Glow Plugs standard on the T 444E, provide unaided cold starts down to -20°F.

Electro-hydraulic fuel sytem with Split-Shot™ provide optimum performance, maximized fuel economy and precise fuel delivery. Clean burning T 444E engines have been used to demonstrate 2004 emissions capability years ahead of schedule.

Optimized Turbocharger provides powerful, economical and quieter operation. An integrated oil supply and drain for the turbocharger eliminate external tubes and connections for greater reliability.

Air-to-Air Intercooling on all ratings provides maximum efficiency, fast response and consistent performance at virtually any altitude.

Powerful Diamond Logic© Electronics control, monitor and record hundreds of operational parameters for maximized performance, quieter operation and reduced emissions.




Specifications
Engine TypeDiesel, 4 Cycle
ConfigurationOHV V-8
Displacement444 cu. in. (7.27 liters)
Bore and Stroke4.11x4.18 in. (104.4x106.2 mm)
Compression Ratio17.5:1
AspirationTurbocharged with Wastegate* and Air-to-Air Intercooled
Governed Speed2600 RPM
Combustion SystemDirect Injection
Cooling SystemCapacity [engine only] 12 U.S. qts. (11.4 liters)
Lubricating -- System Capacity18 U.S. qts. (17.0 liters)
Total Engine Weight[dry] 930 lbs. (422 kg)
DimensionsL=35.7 in. x W=29.4 in. x H=36.6 in. (907 mm) x (747 mm) x (93mm)
*210 HP, 230 HP and 250 HP ratings


Standard Equipment

Electro-hydraulic fuel system with Split-Shot™

Diamond Logic ™ Electronics

Turbocharger with inlet and outlet connections

Patented electronically controlled glow plug starting system

Engine-mounted lube-oil cooler

Centrifugal water pump with drive pulley

Flywheel housing, SAE #2, with pad-type mount

Spin-on, full flow lube oil filter and fuel filter

Coolant filter/conditioner

Oil fill and level gauge

Engine lifting eyes


Easy to Service, Easy to Own

10,000 miles (350 hours) oil change interval

Serpentine belt drive with automatic tensioner

No valve lash adjustment

Computerized engine diagnostics with MD Fleet software or Pro-Link provides accurate diagnostics for less down time

No external turbocharger oil lines or high pressure fuel lines


Performance Data
Rated HP175*195*210215230
Rated RPM23002300240024002400
Gov. Spd. RPM26002600260026002600
Peak Torque (lbf-ft)460520540560620
Peak Torque RPM14001400150014001400
Peak HP184195215225238
Peak HP RPM22002300240022002300
Clutch Engagement Torque @ 800 RPM350350350360360
*Also available in CFFV/LEV