5.9-Liter Cummins: Second Generation (Late 12-Valve, 1994-1998, P7100 Injection Pump) In 1994, the 5.9-liter Cummins was similar in many ways to the 1989-1993 engine.

The Cummins 5.9-liter diesel engine has powered Ram trucks since 1989. ... Cummins also developed a partnership with Ram trucks, the brand that was spun off from Dodge's truck division in 2009.

The first-gen 5.9-liter Cummins (6BT) wasn't the only diesel engine available for light-duty pickup trucks, but it was a game changer that worked wonders for boosting sales of Ram trucks.

As the 5.9-liter Cummins diesel engine quickly established itself as a superior powerplant for Dodge Ram rigs in 1989 to 2001 trucks, the term "2nd-Gen Cummins" became the regularly used blanket ...

WATCH: Teardown Video Shows What Can Kill A Cummins 5.9L Diesel Engine. By Jacob Oliva. Published Jun 5, 2023. Follow Followed ...