Choose DAF with sustainable engines
Daf trucks now also run on B100 biodiesel.
All combustion engines can run on both traditional diesel and HVO.
Hauliers who want to switch to B100 biodiesel can now also be supplied with a specially developed PACCAR MX-13 engine with the New Generation DAF XF, XG and XG+. This new power source is available for both tractors and trailers.
100% pure biodiesel – nothing fossil!
B100 biodiesel, also known as FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters) or RME (Rapeseed Oil Methyl Esters) biodiesel, is a fuel produced entirely from renewable vegetable oils and fats. B100 reduces CO2 emissions from well to wheel by up to 90% compared to fossil diesel fuel, making it comparable to HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil).
To achieve the lowest possible CO2 emissions, the B100-compatible MX-13 (355 kW/480 hp) is equipped with specially developed software that takes into account the lower calorific value of biodiesel, among other things.
B100 – key points:
- Pure biodiesel (100%)
- Can be used in certain diesel engines, often with adaptations
- Often used in agriculture, public transport, or by environmentally conscious companies
- Has lower CO₂ emissions than fossil diesel (life cycle approach)
- Biodegradable and less toxic than fossil diesel
Sustainability of diesel
With the introduction of the MX-13 engine for biodiesel, DAF Trucks offers another alternative for transporters working towards sustainable transportation. All DAF trucks with internal combustion engines are compatible with HVO, but B100 is more available in certain regions,”
says DAF Trucks’ Chief Engineer Jeroen van den Oetelaar.
“With the B100 option, we now offer transporters another way – in addition to HVO and our electric powertrains – to reduce their ecological footprint without compromising vehicle reliability.”
Are HVO and B100 the same?
HVO and B100 are not the same, even though they are both sustainable alternatives to fossil diesel and are often mentioned in the same context. The difference lies mainly in how they are produced and how they work in practice.
So both fuels have sustainable benefits, but are produced using different methods.
DAF Trucks Paccar MX13 engine
The PACCAR MX-13 engine is a high-tech diesel engine. It is primarily used in heavy-duty trucks and is known for its combination of high performance, fuel efficiency and long service life.
Here are some key points about the PACCAR MX-13 engine:
Technical specifications (may vary slightly depending on version)
- Stroke volume: 12.9 liters
- Power range: typically between 315 kW (430 hp) and 390 kW (530 hp)
- Torque: up to 2,600 Nm
- Euro 6 standard: Complies with the latest European emission requirements.
- Construction: Made of cast iron with compact dimensions and high strength
- Advanced technology: Features common-rail fuel injection, variable turbo and engine braking functions
Environment and fuel flexibility
The engine is designed to run on traditional diesel, HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil), and now also B100 biodiesel.The new version for B100 has special software and customizations so the engine runs efficiently on lower energy content fuel.
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B100 (also known as FAME, RME or biodiesel)
is produced by esterification, where plant oils – often rapeseed oil – are chemically converted using methanol. The fuel differs chemically from fossil diesel as it contains oxygen, which means it may require engine and system adjustments to function optimally. It has a shorter shelf life and may be less suitable for use in cold temperatures, but can still reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 90%, like HVO.
HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil)
is produced through a chemical process called hydrogenation, where organic residues such as waste grease and used cooking oil are treated with hydrogen. The result is a fuel that is very similar to regular diesel both chemically and physically. It can typically be used directly in existing diesel engines without adaptation and has the advantage of being very stable and cold tolerant.
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