Aftermarket Caterpillar 3406C cylinder head 110-5096 with square intake ports for 14.6L DI engines. Fits Peterbilt 379. Factory direct pricing available.

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Quick Summary: Caterpillar 3406C Cylinder Head

The Ruich Value 110-5096 is a reinforced high-nickel alloy cylinder head for Caterpillar 3406C and 3406B direct injection engines. Featuring standardized square intake ports, it provides heavy-duty induction reliability for Peterbilt 379 and Kenworth W900L highway fleets. Factory direct pricing available.

Overview

The Caterpillar 3406C 14.6L diesel engine represents the pinnacle of Caterpillar’s mechanical direct injection technology, prized for its high-load endurance in heavy haulage. At the center of this engine’s top-end performance is the Caterpillar 3406C cylinder head (OEM 110-5096). Ruich Value supplies this precision-machined square port DI casting to uphold the rigorous QDR (Quality, Durability, and Reliability) standards required for long-haul operations. Utilizing advanced metallurgy, our heads restore factory-spec 14.5:1 compression and airflow dynamics for classic 3406B replacement head applications and early C15 6NZ bridge engines.

Structural failures in high-mileage 3406 engines often involve thermal cracking within the valve bridge area, leading to combustion gas leakage and persistent boost leaks. Our 110-5096 heads utilize a reinforced “Late Style” design with thickened deck surfaces to combat these failure modes. By addressing the square port vs round port manifold compatibility issues upfront, we ensure that technicians can confidently restore the induction integrity of their Peterbilt 379 cylinder head without the fitment complications typical of generic aftermarket castings.

Engine rebuilders operating in the global heavy equipment network require uncompromised metallurgical consistency. Every 110-5096 assembly, which cross-references to 176-9918 and 1W3356, is 100% water jacket pressure tested and vacuum-checked. Whether you are maintaining a Kenworth W900 engine head or overhauling an industrial generator set, our wholesale Caterpillar head inventory provides a factory-direct solution that eliminates dealer markups and ensures your 14.6L inline-6 diesel performs with its original peak torque output.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Technical Value
Primary OEM Number 110-5096 / 1105096
Intake Configuration Square Intake Port (Late Style)
Exhaust Configuration Round Exhaust Port
Engine Compatibility Caterpillar 3406B / 3406C / Early C15
Valve Configuration OHV, 12 Valves (2 per Cylinder)
Bore x Stroke 137 mm x 165 mm
Compression Ratio 14.5:1 (Verified OEM Spec)
Material Grade High-Nickel Alloyed Cast Iron
Cross-Reference 176-9918, 1W3356, 269-5290, 0R4884

Available Models

Our heavy-duty cylinder head catalog extensively covers the Caterpillar 3400 and C-series families, from classic 3406B blocks to modern C15 ACERT units. Explore our complete Caterpillar Categories for matching camshafts, oil coolers, and master engine overhaul kits.

ModelPart No.TypeRemark
3304PC8N1188PCPre-Combustion. Fits 3304 PC only.
3304DI1N4304DIDirect Injection. Fits 3304 DI only.
3306PC8N1187PCPre-Combustion. Fits 3306 PC only.
3306DI8N6796DIDirect Injection. Corrected from 8N1187.
3406PC110-5097PCPre-Combustion. For early 3406 engines.
3406DI110-5096DIRectangle Port. Fits 3406B / Early C15.
3406C110-5096DIRound Port. Fits late 3406C.
3406E176-9918DISpecific for 3406E. Check casting number.
3408A7N0858PCPre-Combustion. Fits 3408 w/ Glow Plugs.
3408B7W2225DIDirect Injection. Fits 3408B.
3412A7N0848PCPre-Combustion. Fits 3412 w/ Glow Plugs.
3412B7W2243DIDirect Injection. Fits 3412B.
C7219-5843DICommon Rail Fuel System.
C9332-3619DIFits C9. Casting # 3117226.
C12132-3252DIMarine & Truck applications.
C13345-3752DIAcert Technology.
3406E / Late C15110-5096DIFits 3406E & Early C15 (6NZ). Single Turbo.
C15 Acert245-4324DIFits C15 Acert (Twin Turbo) & C18.
C18223-7263DISingle Overhead Cam. Fits C18 & late C15.
3116140-7373DIMechanical Unit Injector (MUI).
D342 (D8K)8N6000PCApplication: D8K Bulldozer.
D342 (D8H)8N6004PCApplication: D8H Bulldozer.
32086I2378DINaturally Aspirated (NA).

Equipment Models

Make Machine/Truck Model Year Range Engine Application
Peterbilt 379 / 357 / 378 1987–2003 3406B / 3406C Heavy Truck
Kenworth W900 / T800 / T600 1985–2003 3406B / 3406C On-Highway Haul
Freightliner FLD120 / Classic / Century 1989–2003 3406C / C15 Logistics Truck
Caterpillar Industrial Gen Set / Marine 1984–2005 3406C / 3406B Stationary Power

Why Partner with Ruich Value

  • Verified Square Port Design: Our 110-5096 castings are meticulously machined to match the “Late Style” square intake configuration, eliminating manifold boost leaks.
  • High-Nickel Metallurgy: Reinforced iron alloy casting prevents thermal cracking in high-exhaust-temperature duty cycles, far outperforming standard aftermarket grey iron.
  • Integrated Valve Seats: Hardened intake and exhaust seats are pre-installed to resist seat recession even when running modern low-sulfur diesel fuels.
  • Wholesale Procurement: Reliable factory direct pricing for commercial fleets and engine rebuilders, providing uncompromised top-end reliability at trade-scale costs.

Technical FAQ: Caterpillar 3406C Cylinder Head

How do I distinguish between Square Port and Round Port 3406 heads? (Tier 1 – CAT Official Specification)

Identification is determined by the shape of the intake ports on the manifold side. The square port vs round port distinction is vital: the 110-5096 is a square intake port design found on later 3406B and most 3406C engines. Note that while the intake is square, the exhaust ports remain round. Attempting to use a round port intake gasket on this head will cause significant boost leaks. Always verify your intake manifold shape before installation.

Is the 110-5096 head compatible with the early C15 6NZ engine? (Tier 2 – Verified Parts DB)

Yes. Early Caterpillar C15 engines (specifically those with 6NZ or 2WS prefixes) often utilize a “bridge” head design that cross-references to the late 3406C 110-5096 unit. These blocks share the same 137mm bore and 12-valve OHV architecture. However, later C15 ACERT engines transitioned to a completely different 24-valve OHC head which is not interchangeable.

What are the symptoms of thermal cracking in the 3406C head bridge? (Tier 2 – Tech Service)

The most common symptom of thermal cracking in the valve bridge is the cooling system becoming pressurized with combustion gas, leading to radiator bubbles and coolant overflow. This often results in coolant flow overheating even with a new thermostat. Our 110-5096 head features upgraded casting thickness in these critical zones to definitively stop these chronic top-end failures.

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