Upgrade your 11.1L 6D22 engine with our HT250 cast iron individual cylinder heads. OEM ME999901 replacement prevents thermal cracking in Fuso and Kobelco fleets

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Quick Summary: Mitsubishi 6D22 Cylinder Head

Upgrade your heavy-duty 11.1L engine with our premium individual cylinder heads for the Mitsubishi 6D22/6D22T (OEM: ME999901 / ME051221). Manufactured from dense HT250 cast iron, these single-cylinder units prevent thermal cracking and gasket blowout in Fuso The Great trucks, Kobelco excavators, and marine applications. In stock for global export.

Heavy-Duty Architecture: The 6D22 Individual Cylinder Head

The Mitsubishi 6D22 and its turbocharged 6D22T variant are massive 11.1-liter diesel powerhouses designed for the most grueling industrial environments. From driving 30-ton Kobelco SK330 excavators and Kato mobile cranes to powering deep-sea marine vessels and Fuso commercial trucks, this engine is built for continuous, extreme workloads. To handle the immense cylinder pressures of an 11.1L block, Mitsubishi utilized a highly specialized architecture: individual cylinder heads. Instead of one long casting, the engine uses six separate heads. While this allows for superior localized clamping force and easier single-cylinder maintenance, it also means each head must endure intense, concentrated thermal stress. Over time, this extreme heat often leads to fatigue cracking between the exhaust valve seat and the direct-injection port, causing devastating compression loss.

Ruich Value has engineered the ME999901 replacement head to directly combat this thermal vulnerability. We cast our individual cylinder heads using an upgraded HT250-grade high-density iron alloy. This superior metallurgy dramatically increases heat dissipation around the critical exhaust and injector bridge areas, neutralizing the micro-cracking cycle. Each individual casting is precision-machined to an absolute deck flatness tolerance of ≤ 0.05 mm, ensuring that when torqued down, it provides an impenetrable seal against the engine block. Backed by rigorous 3MPa air and water pressure testing, our 6D22 heads deliver the uncompromising durability required by global heavy-duty fleet operators.

Cylinder Head Technical Specifications for Mitsubishi 6D22

OEM Part Number ME999901
Cross Reference ME051221, ME051714
Engine Compatibility Mitsubishi 6D22, 6D22T (11.1L Heavy Diesel)
Head Assembly Type Individual Bare Cylinder Head (1 Head per Cylinder)
Material Grade High-Density Cast Iron (HT250 / G3000 Grade)
Valve Configuration 2-Valve OHV per individual head
Combustion System Direct Injection (DI)
Deck Flatness Tolerance ≤ 0.05 mm
Quality Assurance 3MPa Air & Water Pressure Tested

Verified Heavy Construction & Marine Fitment

OEM Brand Application Category Known Compatible Models
Mitsubishi Fuso Heavy Commercial Trucks Fuso “The Great” (FP, FS, FV series heavy-duty trucks)
Kobelco Heavy Crawler Excavators SK300, SK330, SK330LC (Verify 6D22 code)
Kato / Tadano Heavy Mobile Cranes Various 30-to-50 ton rough terrain and truck cranes
Marine & Industrial Propulsion & Generators Heavy-duty marine propulsion, tugboats, stationary gensets

The Ruich Value Advantage for 6D22 Rebuilds

  • Thermal Crack Resistance: Our specialized HT250 cast iron alloy effectively dissipates the intense heat of the 11.1L Direct Injection system, preventing exhaust valve seat cracking.
  • Perfect Individual Sealing: Machined to absolute flatness (≤ 0.05mm), our individual ME999901 heads guarantee uniform clamping force and prevent isolated gasket blowouts.
  • Exact OEM Dimensions: Guaranteed drop-in compatibility for all 6D22 and 6D22T blocks, ensuring all coolant and oil galleries align perfectly for a rapid workshop turnaround.
  • Certified Porosity-Free: Every individual casting passes mandatory Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) and 3MPa pressure testing to certify zero internal leaks before export.
  • Expert Fleet Advice: Because the 6D22 uses individual heads, precise and even torquing across all six units is absolutely critical to prevent engine block distortion. Always use new head bolts.

Complete Mitsubishi Heavy Engine Component Catalog

From individual 6D22 cylinder heads to massive 8DC9 V8 crankshafts, Ruich Value is the global factory-direct source for premium aftermarket heavy-duty engine parts. Explore our inventory below.

Engine ModelOEM / AMC NumberApplication (Vehicle & Equipment)
4D30 / 4D30AME997041, ME012131Fuso Canter (3.3L Diesel), Old Canter FE Series
4D31ME999863, ME017154Fuso Canter, Kato HD400 Excavator
4D32ME997277, 22100-45101Fuso Canter FE335 (Direct Injection)
4D33ME996449, ME997425Fuso Canter FE537, FE637 (4.2L)
4D34 / 4D34TME997519, ME990753Fuso Canter FE449, Rosa Bus, Kobelco SK120
4D35ME202620Fuso Canter 4.6L
4D56 (908 512)MD185926, MD109736Protruding Valves: L200 K74, Pajero Sport (Early)
4D56 (908 513)MD348983, MD303750Recessed Valves: L200, Hyundai H100/H1 (D4BH)
4D56U (16V)1005A560, 1005B453DOHC Common Rail: L200 Triton KA4T, Pajero Sport
4DR7ME999127Mitsubishi Canter (Vintage), Jeep J54
4G63 / 4G64 (8V)MD099086, MD305479Mitsubishi Forklift FG20/FG25, L300 Van, Delica
4G54 / G54BMD026520, MD311828Pajero V32, Forklift FG30
4M40 / 4M40TME202620, ME193804Pajero V46, Delica, Challenger, Canter (2.8L)
4M41ME204200 (Old), 1005B341 (New)Pajero V78 (3.2L DI-D), Triton ML/MN
4M42ME204399, ME194151Fuso Canter FE7 (3.0L Common Rail)
S4S32A01-01010Mitsubishi Forklift FD30N, CAT Skid Steer
S6S32B01-01010Mitsubishi Forklift FD50, Hyundai Excavator R140
6D14 / 6D15ME031602, ME999602Fuso Fighter (Medium Duty), Kato/Tadano Cranes
6D16 / 6D16TME997756, ME403382Fuso Fighter Truck, Kobelco SK330, Kato HD1430
6D22 / 6D22TME999664, ME051222Fuso Super Great, Kato NK-500E Crane
6D34ME081734Fuso Fighter, Kobelco SK200-8 Excavator
6G72 (V6)MD307678 (L), MD307677 (R)Pajero V43, V33 (3.0L V6 Petrol)

Discover our full selection in the Mitsubishi Heavy Parts Hub.

Technical Q&A: Mitsubishi 6D22 Individual Cylinder Head

Why does the Mitsubishi 6D22 use individual cylinder heads instead of one long casting?

This is a hallmark of heavy-duty industrial engineering. On a massive 11.1L block, a single long cylinder head would be incredibly prone to thermal warping and gasket failure. Individual heads provide superior localized clamping force for the immense cylinder pressures. It also allows fleet operators to replace a single damaged head—saving massive downtime and costs—rather than replacing the entire top end.

Why do the ME999901 individual heads crack around the exhaust valves?

In heavy marine or excavator applications, the engine runs under continuous, maximum load. This forces extreme exhaust gas temperatures through the Direct Injection (DI) port and exhaust valve. The thermal fatigue in this narrow metal bridge eventually causes it to crack. Our replacement heads use a higher-density HT250 iron casting with improved thermal conductivity to resist this specific failure.

Are the ME999901 and ME051221 part numbers interchangeable?

Yes, they refer to the same individual cylinder head profile used across the 6D22 and 6D22T engine families. ME999901 is the primary aftermarket and OEM replacement number, while ME051221 is a common alternate casting reference found on earlier Fuso and Kobelco engines.

Does this bare head come with valves or springs?

No, this specific SKU (ME999901) is for the bare individual casting. This allows rebuilders to inspect and transfer over existing valves and springs if they meet service limits, offering a cost-effective rebuild. However, we highly recommend replacing the valve stem seals and inspecting the valve guides during assembly.

How is a bulk order of these heavy heads packaged for global export?

We specialize in international wholesale. Each individual 6D22 head is coated in anti-rust oil, wrapped in a VCI corrosion-barrier bag, and securely packed. For bulk orders (e.g., sets of 6 or fleet orders), they are bolted into heavily reinforced, export-grade wooden crates to guarantee zero transit damage.

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