Motorenfabrik Hatz

What Motorenfabrik Hatz does

Motorenfabrik Hatz GmbH & Co. KG is an independent, family-owned German manufacturer of industrial diesel engines, headquartered in Ruhstorf an der Rott, Germany, with a Mathias Hatz Stiftung (Mathias Hatz Foundation) ownership structure and nine regional offices spanning Europe (Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, UK), North America, Oceania (Australia), and Latin America. Founded in 1880 as a small repair workshop, the company has operated for nearly 150 years as a specialist in rugged, small-bore industrial diesel engines, with a current product range of 1- to 4-cylinder units spanning 1.5–64 kW across the B-, D-, F- (launched 2025), and H-Series.

The core offering centers on industrial diesel engines for OEM embedding in construction machinery, agricultural equipment, industrial machinery, commercial vehicles, marine vessels, and power-generation systems. The portfolio extends into energy solutions (fiPMG integrated permanent magnet generators, fiPMG battery chargers, AC Silent Pack generators, and Dometic-branded generators), connected-equipment accessories (display solutions, diagnostic systems, telematics hardware), and a digital layer delivered through the Hatz Digital subsidiary. Aftersales is supported by original spare parts, warranty extensions, DPF cleaning, remote diagnostics, a service portal, and the Hatz Academy training program, with distribution via an authorized service partner network and dedicated e-commerce storefronts (parts.hatz.com, hatz.to/hatz-shop).

The business model combines OEM-embedded engine supply with direct enterprise field sales to fleet operators, supplemented by a channel of regional sales offices and authorized service partners. Pricing is quote-based with multi-year contract terms across hardware sales (engines, energy solutions, parts and accessories) and professional services (maintenance, repair, warranty). The company is privately held with no disclosed private-equity or venture-capital backing and no publicly disclosed revenue.

Name

Motorenfabrik Hatz

Legal name

Motorenfabrik Hatz GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://hatz-diesel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1880

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Motorenfabrik Hatz GmbH & Co. KG is a family-owned German manufacturer of industrial 1- to 4-cylinder diesel engines (1.5–64 kW), serving OEMs and equipment operators in construction, agriculture, marine, and power generation across nine global regions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Diesel Engines

NAICS

Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (33361), Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (333618), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336)

SIC

Engines & Turbines (3510), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Manufacturing (Gasoline/Diesel) (IMACAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Truck & Commercial Vehicle Powertrain Manufacturing (Diesel/CNG/Hydrogen/Hybrid) (IMACABAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial diesel engines
• Power generation systems
• Engine OEM supply
• Diesel generator systems
• Industrial power solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Altendorf

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Diesel Engine Sales: Sale of industrial diesel engines (B-Serie, D-Serie, F-Serie, H-Serie) in 1.5-64 kW power range to OEM manufacturers and end customers
2. Energy Solutions: Sale of generator systems including fiPMG generators, battery chargers, and AC generators for stationary and mobile power applications
3. Parts and Accessories: Original spare parts, accessories, display solutions, diagnostic systems, and telematics hardware through online Parts Store
4. Maintenance and Service: Maintenance, repair, warranty extension, and service portal offerings through global service network

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Motorenfabrik Hatz manufactures and sells industrial diesel engines (1-4 cylinder, 1.5-64 kW) across four product series (B, D, F, H) to OEM equipment manufacturers and end customers in construction, agriculture, industrial machinery, commercial vehicles, marine, and power generation. The portfolio also includes fiPMG generators, fiPMG battery chargers, AC Silent Pack generators, Dometic-branded generators, water pumps, and supporting spare parts and maintenance services.

Product overview

Motorenfabrik Hatz is an independent, medium-sized company specializing in industrial diesel engines and power solutions. The product portfolio centers on four diesel engine series (B-Serie, D-Serie, F-Serie, H-Serie) delivering 1.5-64 kW across 1-4 cylinder configurations, serving construction machinery, compressors, commercial vehicles, agricultural equipment, generators, conveyor systems, and marine applications. Complementary energy solutions include fiPMG generators, fiPMG battery chargers, AC generators (Silent Pack), and Dometic generators. The accessory ecosystem provides display solutions, diagnostic systems, and telematics hardware for machine connectivity. Service offerings encompass remote diagnostics, DPF cleaning, warranty extensions, a service portal, and Academy training. The solutions portfolio spans Digital Solutions (IoT/connectivity), Engineering Solutions (custom integration), Drive Solutions (powertrain), and Energy Solutions (power generation). A dedicated online Parts Store supports maintenance with genuine spare parts. The 2025 F-Serie launch represents the company's newest engine family, emphasizing modularity and application versatility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hatz Diesel: Primary brand for industrial diesel motors produced by the company

Products and services

• B-Series Diesel Motors (B-Serie) Industrial-grade diesel engine series within the Hatz 1.5-64 kW portfolio, designed for OEM integration into construction, agricultural, industrial, and power generation equipment.
• D-Series Diesel Motors (D-Serie) Industrial-grade diesel engine series within the Hatz 1.5-64 kW portfolio, designed for OEM integration into construction, agricultural, industrial, commercial vehicle, and marine applications.
• F-Series Diesel Motors (F-Serie) New modular engine family launched in 2025, positioned as a versatile industrial diesel engine platform within the Hatz 1.5-64 kW range for diverse OEM applications.
• H-Series Diesel Motors (H-Serie) Industrial-grade diesel engine series within the Hatz 1.5-64 kW portfolio, designed for OEM integration across demanding industrial applications.
• fiPMG Generators (fiPMG Generatoren) Power generators developed and produced by Hatz based on industrial motors, featuring fuel-injected permanent magnet generator technology for efficient electricity production in stationary and mobile power applications.
• fiPMG Battery Chargers (fiPMG Batterielader) Battery charging solutions based on Hatz industrial motor technology, designed to complement fiPMG generators for energy storage and battery-charging applications.
• AC Generators Silent Pack AC generators featuring a Silent Pack sound-attenuated design for noise-reduced operation in noise-sensitive applications, developed based on Hatz industrial motors.
• Dometic Generators (Dometic Generatoren) Generator products manufactured by Dometic and offered as part of Hatz's energy solutions portfolio for power generation applications.
• Hatz Water Pumps (Hatz Pumpen) Water pumps built with Hatz motor technology, featuring robust construction and powerful performance for water pumping applications, available through the Hatz online shop.
• DPF Cleaning Service (DPF-Reinigung) Paid service for cleaning diesel particulate filters on Hatz diesel engines, supporting emissions system maintenance and compliance.
• Warranty Extension (Gewährleistungsverlängerung) Paid extended warranty program for Hatz motors, providing coverage beyond the standard warranty period for OEM customers and end users.
• Engineering Solutions Custom engineering solutions tailored to specific customer requirements for integrating Hatz motors into specialized machine applications.
• Drive Solutions Drivetrain and power transmission solutions for integrating Hatz motors into customer machine applications.
• Energy Solutions Comprehensive packaged energy generation solutions including generators and battery charging systems based on Hatz industrial motors.
• Digital Solutions (hatz.digital) Digital technology solutions for Hatz motors and powered equipment, enabling connectivity, remote diagnostics, data analytics, telematics, and fleet management.
• Original Parts and Parts Store Genuine Hatz replacement parts and accessories offered through the online Parts Store and Hatz Shop to support engine maintenance and lifecycle service.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Hatz Digital (hatz.digital)coreTechnology or IntegrationDigital Solutions subsidiary providing connected equipment technology, telematics hardware, and digital services for Hatz-powered equipment. Offers remote diagnostics, fleet management, and IoT capabilities.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Caterpillar Inc. Global heavy machinery OEM with significant captive engine production and the Perkins subsidiary serving external OEMs. Overlaps with Hatz in the small industrial and construction equipment engine segments but operates at vastly greater scale and breadth.
• Perkins Engines (Caterpillar): Caterpillar subsidiary producing 4-2500 kW diesel engines for construction, agricultural, industrial, and power generation OEMs. Comparable to Hatz in the lower end of its range but extends far above Hatz's 64 kW ceiling, making it a broader incumbent competitor.
• Cummins Inc. Global powertrain manufacturer producing diesel and alternative-fuel engines for on-highway, off-highway, marine, rail, and power generation markets. Competes with Hatz primarily in construction, agricultural, and generator set engine supply, though mostly at higher power ratings.

Direct peers

• Kubota Corporation: Japanese OEM of small industrial diesel engines (typically under 100 kW) widely embedded in compact construction equipment, tractors, generators, and commercial vehicles. Direct competitor to Hatz across similar power ranges and verticals, with much greater scale and a parallel electrification program.
• Deutz AG: German manufacturer of compact and mid-range diesel and electric drive systems (under 4 liters displacement) for construction, agricultural, automotive, and stationary applications. Most direct head-to-head competitor to Hatz in the small industrial diesel engine segment, with overlapping OEM customer base and a recently expanded e-deutz electrification roadmap.
• FPT Industrial: Iveco Group's powertrain brand producing diesel and natural gas engines for on-road, off-road, marine, and power generation applications. Overlaps with Hatz in light commercial vehicle, agricultural, and generator segments, and competes in adjacent power classes.
• Yanmar Holdings: Japanese manufacturer of small and mid-sized industrial diesel engines for construction, agriculture, marine, and power generation. Closely comparable to Hatz in power range, vertical focus, and OEM-embedded business model; pursuing hybrid and electric variants for similar end markets.
• Kohler Engines (Lombardini): Subsidiary of Kohler Co. producing small air- and liquid-cooled diesel and gasoline engines for construction, agricultural, and industrial equipment OEMs in the sub-100 kW range. Direct substitute supplier to many of the same OEM customers Hatz serves.

Regional players

• AGCO Power: Engine subsidiary of AGCO Corporation producing diesel powertrains primarily for agricultural tractors and off-road equipment. Comparable to Hatz in OEM-embedded model and agricultural focus, but heavily concentrated in the AGCO captive customer base.

Emerging players

• Lombardini (Kohler) / Hatz-style niche specialist — niche OEM powertrain supplier (e.g., Carraro): Italian drivetrain and component specialist serving agricultural, construction, and specialty vehicle OEMs with transmissions, axles, and integrated powertrains. Comparable to Hatz's Drive Solutions offering and competing for similar OEM integration slots in compact equipment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HatzDiesel

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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