The Detroit® DD8™ is engineered to drive commerce. Innovative variable cam phasing technology means fewer regens. Our Detroit Connect Virtual Technician® remote diagnostic system streamlines service decisions. Best-in-class maintenance intervals can reach up to 60,000 miles, so operations keep running strong. It all adds up to substantial power, efficiency and reliability.
Watch VideoThe DD8 is the most technologically advanced mid-range engine available in its market. Its features include:
When a critical fault occurs, Virtual Technician transmits data to our experts at the Detroit Customer Support Center for further analysis. Within minutes, fleets and owner-operators know the severity of the fault and when, where and how to best fix the issue.
With the longest service intervals in its class at up to 60,000 miles, along with an easily serviceable design, the Detroit DD8 lowers your cost of ownership by decreasing your time in the shop. With oil and fuel filters positioned above the frame rails, you'll be back in the driver's seat fast.
Sharing some common service operation with our heavy-duty line of engines and the parts with the DD5™ ensures that trained technicians are ready to serve you and your DD8 at any of our 800+ authorized Detroit locations across the highways and back roads of North America.