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Lower TCO with Barloworld Cat 3126 Zero-Hour Reman Engines
Reduce TCO with Barloworld’s Cat 3126 Reman Engines, rebuilt to OEM specs with genuine parts, ensuring reliability and minimum downtime in harsh environments.Comments
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Key Takeaways
- A Barloworld Reman 3126 isn't just repaired—it is rebuilt to original OEM specifications with 100% genuine parts and the latest engineering updates.
- We leverage readily available stock to ensure your machine is back in the field or mine site immediately, bypassing the long lead times of traditional overhauls.
- Whether powering a forage harvester in the Free State or a utility vehicle underground, these engines are proven to withstand the harshest Hydraulic Electronic Unit Injection (HEUI) -system stressors.
- By participating in our Core Exchange programme, you receive a significant credit for your used engine, drastically reducing your total capital outlay.
- Every engine is backed by Barloworld’s digital solutions and a world-class support network, ensuring your investment runs longer and more efficiently.
Why a Reman engine keeps your operations moving
The Reality in the Field
The constraint is never just the mechanical failure—it is the opportunity cost of downtime. In mining or agriculture, a machine standing still isn't just a repair bill; it’s a missed deadline or a spoiled crop. Most owners worry that a standard overhaul won't provide the same reliability as a new engine, yet the capital expenditure for a brand-new unit can be prohibitive in a volatile economy.
WHERE THE 3126 EARNS ITS KEEP
The 3126 is the Goldilocks -just-right specification- of the Cat engine range—powerful enough for heavy lifting but compact enough for versatile mounting. You will typically find this engine class powering:
- Construction - Excavators, small motor graders, and medium-duty freight trucks.
- Agriculture - Large sprayers, forage harvesters, and irrigation power units.
- Mining - Underground utility vehicles and small wheel loaders.
What are you getting with your purchase?
When considering a 3126 Reman, savvy purchasers in these sectors ask three critical questions:2. Will it handle my specific conditions? An OEM-backed Reman includes the latest engineering updates that the original 1990s-era 3126 might have lacked; it’s calibrated for today’s application demands.
3. How does the core credit work? This is the financial engine of the deal. You trade in your old core—your used engine—to receive a significant credit, lowering the net cost.
The Barloworld Power Value Proposition
Barloworld Power understands that in mining and construction, a product is only as good as the support behind it. Our 3126 Reman solution is built on four pillars:
- Reliable Stock Availability: We maintain readily available stock of the 3126. This means we don't wait for your engine to be fixed; we swap it out to keep your operations moving with no delays.
- Proven Engine Performance: Our engines are tested under load to ensure they deliver power in the toughest South African conditions, from high-altitude mines to humid coastal sites.
- Unmatched After-Sales Support & Digital Solutions: We offer more than just iron. Through digital monitoring and expert field service, we help you track engine health in real-time, ensuring your 3126 runs longer and more efficiently.
- Trusted Ecosystem: Backed by a proven track record, we are the partner of choice for industry leaders who cannot afford to gamble on grey market alternatives.
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Navigating the Core Exchange
To qualify for the maximum value, the core exchange process is straightforward but disciplined. Upon returning your used 3126 engine, our experts conduct a professional inspection.Important: To receive full core credit, ensure the engine is complete and hasn't suffered catastrophic damage (like a thrown rod through the block). Missing components or excessive damage may result in a reduced credit, so early replacement—before total failure—is often the most financially sound strategy.
We prioritise your uptime. Barloworld Power maintains readily available stock of remanufactured 3126 engines. Instead of waiting weeks for a traditional rebuild, our off-the-shelf availability means we can swap your engine immediately, significantly reducing project delays in mining, construction, or agriculture.
It’s a value-exchange programme. When you purchase a Reman engine, you return your used engine (the core) to us. Our experts will inspect it based on completeness and condition. If the block is structurally sound and all components are present, you receive a financial credit that drastically lowers your final purchase price.
Yes, partial credits are often available. While a fully assembled engine with a non-cracked block earns the highest credit, we still accept engines with visible cracks or damage for a reduced credit. We recommend returning the core within our specified timeframe to ensure the best possible valuation.
Quality and standards. A refurbished unit might only have broken parts replaced. A Barloworld Reman engine is stripped to the bare block, cleaned, and rebuilt to zero-hour OEM specifications using 100% genuine Cat parts. It also includes the latest engineering updates and is dynamometer tested to ensure it performs like a brand-new engine.
Absolutely. Our Reman engines are backed by a standard 36-month/3,600-hour Caterpillar Limited Warranty. This includes parts and labour, and we even offer towing coverage for the first 12 months for on-highway applications.
Yes. Barloworld Power offers digital solutions like VisionLink™ and S·O·S℠ Fluid Analysis. These tools allow you to track engine hours, location, and health alerts in real-time, helping you identify potential issues before they cause downtime.
