Gomselmash Prepares to Switch to KAMAZ Engines: Belarusian Harvesters to be Powered by Russian Motors

KAMAZ-740 V-shaped diesel and KAMAZ P6 six-cylinder engine are being considered as options

Belarusian agricultural machinery leader Gomselmash is expanding cooperation with Russian KAMAZ. A delegation from the company held working negotiations with the management of the Kama Automobile Plant and reached fundamental agreements on the supply of engines, as well as on the prospective organization of their assembly directly at the Gomel sites.

KAMAZ P6 inline six-cylinder engine
KAMAZ P6 inline six-cylinder engine

The manufacturer has not yet officially named specific models of equipment. However, it is most likely referring to the most popular GS and GH series grain harvesters, as well as KVK and FS family forage harvesters. This decision will significantly increase the degree of localization, reduce logistics costs and strengthen technological independence in the face of modern market challenges.

GOMSELMASH GS2124
GOMSELMASH GS2124

The well-proven KAMAZ-740 V-shaped diesels with a capacity of 240–440 hp are being considered as basic options. Modern KAMAZ P6 inline six-cylinder engines and power units from the Tutaev Motor Plant are planned to be used for the most productive modifications.

The KAMAZ-740 family includes proven eight-cylinder V-shaped diesels with a working volume of 10.85–11.76 liters, developing from 240 to 440 hp with a maximum torque of up to 1700 N·m. The units comply with Euro-5 standards, are highly maintainable and are perfectly adapted to harsh field operating conditions.

The inline six-cylinder KAMAZ P6 (12 liter volume) offers power up to 643 hp, a minimum specific fuel consumption of 183 g/kW·h and a service life of more than 10,000 hours. These engines are already successfully used on high-performance forage harvesters and are characterized by excellent fuel efficiency with a service interval of up to 2000 hours.

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