The diesel DAF RS 222 engine produces 302 horsepower. The RS 222 has six cylinders, twelve valves, and an 8.5-liter capacity. The DAF 75 FA 75.300 and DAF 75 FT 75.300 trucks were equipped with the RS 222 engine model.
This motor is economical when in use and has a long service life. It rarely malfunctions, and fixing it doesn’t cost a lot of money or effort.
Specifications
| Engine’s type | diesel |
| Power output, hp / kW | 302 / 222 |
| Displacement, cc | 8650 |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves | 12 |
| Torque output, Nm / rpm | 1400 |
| Compression ratio (compression) | 16,5:1 |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 118 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 132 |
| Crankshaft bearings | 7 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Fuel system | inline injection pump |
| Turbine | turbo / charge air cooler |
| Cylinder head | OHV |
| Timing mechanism | spur gear |
| Timing | rocker arm |
| Cooling | water |