Hino
Hino J08C
J Series
Hino J08C discontinued legacy engine. Source-validated Hino legacy diesel model used in older trucks, buses, construction equipment, generators, power units, and marine conversions.
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- Manufacturer files
- No datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-04
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Maximum Mechanical Power
- 151 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 7.961 L
- Rated Speed
- 2,900 RPM
Hino J08C industrial power context
The Hino J08C is a high-speed industrial diesel engine rated at 151 kW mechanical output at 2,900 RPM. It is used in off-road equipment and can support engineered variable-speed power systems, but its maximum power is not a direct 50/60 Hz alternator rating. Verify the drivetrain, power electronics, cooling, and emissions installation with Volvo Penta before specifying a generator package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Hino |
| Model | J08C |
| Series | J Series |
| Configuration | L6, common-rail diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 7.961 L |
| Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum power output of the Hino J08C?
The Hino J08C has a maximum mechanical output of 151 kW at 2,900 rpm. This is a variable-speed off-road rating, not a fixed-speed generator-set rating.
What fuel does the Hino J08C use?
The Hino J08C is a diesel variable-speed industrial engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the J08C?
The Hino J08C is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 7.961 L.
Is the J08C still in production?
No — the Hino J08C is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.