Mar 09, 2026

Yuchai YC4D120-21: Sand/Gravel Yard – Stockyard Fuel Efficiency Test

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To verify the real-world performance of the Yuchai YC4D120-21 engine, an on-road operation test was conducted under actual working conditions for sand and aggregate transportation.

 

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The test route runs between sand/gravel yards and stockyards, covering mainly dirt roads and simple gravel roads with a round-trip distance of approximately 100 km. This test fully reflects the daily operating scenarios of local transport users.

The test vehicle is a FORLAND dump truck model BJ3183DKPEA-FA equipped with the Yuchai YC4D120-21 engine, with a rated load of 16 tons. The vehicle's normal operating speed ranges from 60 to 80 km/h.

 

The key performance data of the engine is listed in the table below:

Engine Model

YC4D120-21
ISF2.8s5129T

Vehicle Brand

FORLAND FORLAND

Vehicle Model

BJ3183DKPEA-FA BJ3183DKPEA-FA

Power

(PS)

120 129

Transmission Brand

10H46 8JS85F
Final drive ratio 6.833 6.33
Payload (T) 16 18
Operation Mileage (km) 12540 14036
Road Condition Dirt roads & gravel roads Dirt roads & gravel roads

Test Route

Sand/gravel yard – Stockyard, ~100 km round-trip Sand/gravel yard – Stockyard, ~100 km round-trip

Normal Speed

(km/h)

60-80 60-80

Combined Fuel Consumption

(L/100km)

16.2 17.6

 

  • Outstanding Fuel Economy

Test data shows that under real operating conditions, the Yuchai YC4D120-21 engine achieves a combined fuel consumption of 16.2 L/100km, delivering a clear fuel-saving advantage over the competitive model ISF2.8s5129T (17.6 L/100km). It effectively reduces operating costs and improves economic efficiency for transport operators.

  • Strong Power and High Transport Efficiency
With a rated power of 120 PS, the Yuchai YC4D120-21 provides stable and sufficient power output. Driver feedback confirms strong power performance and responsive acceleration, which effectively improves vehicle dynamics and transport efficiency.
  • High Reliability & Stable Performance
The test vehicle equipped with Yuchai YC4D120-21 has accumulated an operating mileage of 12,540 km. User feedback shows that the engine features low failure rate and high availability, with stable and reliable performance under real working conditions.
  • Stable Quality & Responsive After-Sales Service

Yuchai provides consistent product quality and responsive after-sales support, offering a strong guarantee for customers' daily operation and management.

Based on real-road test data and user feedback from sand and aggregate transportation, the Yuchai YC4D120-21 engine demonstrates outstanding advantages in fuel economy, power, reliability and durability.It is a highly economical, efficient and reliable power solution for short-haul construction material transportation.

 

For more information about Yuchai power solutions for commercial vehicles, please contact our local sales and service team.

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