Power Solutions International receives EPA certification for 8.8L engine

Power Solutions International said it has received U.S. EPA certification for its 8.8L propane and natural gas fueled engine for on-highway applications.

According to Power Solutions International, the engine is a cost-competitive, easy-to-integrate option for medium-duty commercial truck and bus fleets. The engine suits a wide range of on-highway applications, including vocational trucks, school and transit buses, delivery fleets, recreational vehicles, tow and utility trucks, and garbage trucks.

“We recognize the need for our customers to have flexible power solutions that address emissions regulations,” said Gary Winemaster, chairman and CEO. “Our alternative-fuel engines are a cleaner and considerably less expensive solution when compared to diesel. With this engine, we offer on-highway OEMs a quality alternative that meets their performance, compliance and economic demands, while providing the flexibility to choose the best fueling strategy today and in the future.”

The 8.8L liquid-injected propane engine is designed for diesel-like power and performance, producing 270 hp. at 2,600 rpm and 565 lbs.-ft. of torque at 1,500 rpm. The low-speed engine supports SAE 2 and SAE 3 transmission interfaces, which offer OEMs many more transmission options.

All PSI 8.8L engines come standard with advanced front accessory drives, including the following features: an 8-groove belt, an electronically controlled viscous fan clutch, an integrated pad-mounted alternator that supports up to 320 amps, and a pad-mounted AC compressor.