VADEN Spare Parts for the Caterpillar C13 Engine
VADEN Spare Parts for the Caterpillar C13 Engine
26 VADEN products matched to the Caterpillar C13 engine in our catalog, all in the air brake compressor group. Verify with the OEM number before you order.
VADEN parts compatible with the Caterpillar C13
All 26 products linked to the C13 are in the air brake compressor group: complete compressors, housings, crankshafts, pistons and rings, connecting rods, cylinder heads, valve plates and repair kits. Compatibility is based on catalog matching.
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Single-cylinder air brake compressors and related parts such as pistons, rings, crankshafts, connecting rods, cylinder heads, valve plates and repair kits; choose by comparing with the OEM number.
Go to category →C13 engine specifications overview
The C13 is Caterpillar's 12.5-liter, 6-cylinder diesel engine used in heavy tractors and vocational trucks in North America. These values are general information for diagnosis and part selection only; the manufacturer's service manual is the reference for exact values.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Turbocharged, four-stroke diesel |
| Cylinder layout | Inline 6-cylinder |
| Displacement | Approx. 12.5 liters |
| Technology | ACERT (on-highway engines) |
| Power range | Approx. 305-470 hp in truck applications, depending on version |
| On-highway production years | Approx. 2004-2010 |
| Segment | Regional and long-haul tractors, vocational trucks (Class 8) |
Vehicles that use the Caterpillar C13 engine
The vehicles below are models matched to the C13 in our catalog; the list also includes models such as the International 9200i / 9900i, Kenworth C500, Peterbilt 387 and Sterling A-Line / L-Line. From the card of a model that has a page you can go to that model's parts list.
Freightliner's long-haul, high-tonnage tractor, introduced in the mid-1990s. Century Class trucks with the C13 date from 2004 and later, the years the engine was on the market.
Freightliner Century Class →Freightliner's long-haul and regional tractor built in the 2000s. On the Columbia, the C13 was the 12.5-liter option offered alongside Caterpillar's larger C15.
Freightliner Columbia →International's long-nose long-haul tractor from the 9000i series. Because engines from several makers were offered in this series, confirm a C13-equipped truck from the engine label.
International 9400i →Kenworth's long-haul tractor with an aerodynamic cab, introduced in the late 1990s. The C13 was among the Caterpillar engine options on T2000s built after 2004.
Kenworth T2000 →Kenworth's long-haul tractor with an aerodynamic sloped hood, later replaced by the T660. T600s equipped with the C13 belong to the model's post-2004 production.
Kenworth T600 →Kenworth's widely used multi-purpose model for dump, mixer and heavy-haul work. The C13's separate vocational power ratings were set for this kind of use.
Kenworth T800 →Kenworth's classic long-nose tractor. On the W900, the C13 was offered as the smaller-displacement alternative to Caterpillar's 15-liter C15.
Kenworth W900 →Peterbilt's classic long-nose tractor, built from 1987 to 2007. C13-powered 379s belong to the model's final production years, 2004-2007.
Peterbilt 379 →Peterbilt's classic long-nose tractor that replaced the 379 in 2007. C13-powered 389s are limited to the period up to 2010, when Caterpillar ended on-highway engine production.
Peterbilt 389 →Western Star's long-nose tractor used in heavy-duty, construction and long-haul work. Several engines were offered on the 4900, so check the vehicle's engine label.
Western Star 4900 →Why VADEN
VADEN parts are produced to OEM dimensions for a direct fit; every product is listed with its matching OEM numbers.
VADEN exports heavy-vehicle aftermarket parts to 100+ countries, with a deep range in the air-brake compressor line.
The correct part is always confirmed by OEM/chassis number; this page groups compatible VADEN parts for the model.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many products does VADEN have for the Caterpillar C13?
Our catalog matches 26 VADEN products to the Caterpillar C13 engine. The number of listed products may change with stock and catalog updates.
Which parts are available for the Cat C13 air compressor?
All products linked to the C13 belong to the single-cylinder, 92 mm air brake compressor family: complete compressors, housings, crankshafts, pistons and rings, connecting rods, cylinder heads, valve plates and repair kits. Before ordering, compare the OEM number of your existing compressor with the numbers on the product page.
Should I buy a compressor repair kit or a complete compressor?
It depends on the condition of the compressor. If the problem is an air leak or oil carryover from the valve plate, rings or gaskets, a repair kit may be enough; if the cylinder, crankshaft or connecting rod is worn, you need a complete compressor or the relevant main parts. Diagnose it according to the vehicle's service manual and verify the part by OEM number.
How do I choose an oversize piston and rings?
An oversize piston is a larger-diameter piston used after the cylinder has been bored and honed. The correct size is determined by measuring the cylinder bore; standard (STD) and oversize options are listed separately on the product pages. Before choosing, verify the OEM number and size of your existing part.
Caterpillar stopped building on-highway truck engines; are parts hard to find?
For the air brake compressor there are options: compressors and parts matched to the C13 are in our catalog. Because Caterpillar ended on-highway truck engine production in 2010, verifying the OEM number of wearing parts in advance shortens waiting time on these trucks.
Are VADEN parts OEM parts?
No, VADEN is an independent spare parts manufacturer and its parts are not OEM (original equipment) parts. Brand names are used only to indicate compatibility, which is based on the engine and vehicle matching in our catalog.
VADEN is an independent spare parts manufacturer. The brand names Caterpillar, Freightliner, International, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Sterling and Western Star are used only to indicate compatibility and are registered trademarks of their respective owners. VADEN parts are not OEM (original equipment) parts. Before ordering, verify compatibility with the OEM number of your vehicle or engine.
