Caterpillar original Caterpillar 208-9160 Fuel Injector for 3176 3196 C10 C12 CAT Engine Diesel Spare Part new injector original new injector

The CAT C12 Fuel Injector 208-9160 2089160 is an industrial-grade diesel injection component engineered for Caterpillar C12 engines and commonly listed for C10, 3176, 3176C, and 3196 configurations. Precision-controlled fuel atomization supports accurate delivery into the combustion chamber, helping maintain engine power, fuel efficiency, combustion stability, and reduced smoke output across demanding operating cycles. Heavy-duty construction with stable cylinder balance provides dependable performance for D7R II track-type tractors, 966G II wheel loaders, and other Caterpillar off-highway equipment, industrial power units, marine auxiliary engines, and generator sets operating in construction, mining, quarry, and fleet service conditions.

Designed as a direct OE-number based replacement, this injector GP matches Caterpillar reference 208-9160 / 2089160 and cross-references 10R-1264, 116-8899, CA2089160, 212-3468, 281-7152, and 20R-0056. Each unit is supplied with protective export packaging, part-number identification, and inspection traceability, with pre-shipment bench testing preferred for consistent B2B quality control.

For service and diagnostic support, technicians should monitor hard starting, rough idle, black or white smoke, diesel knock, misfire, low power, high fuel consumption, fuel-in-oil dilution, and excessive exhaust temperature. Clean diesel fuel, scheduled fuel filter replacement, water separator draining, sealed storage, and verification of injector trim and engine serial number are recommended for confirmed engine compatibility and long service life.