Lister Petter

Synonymous with diesel power for over 150 years.

The story of Lister Petter begins with two separate British firms, one in agriculture and one in ironmongery, both building customer-focused products. Each created its first internal combustion engine in 1902: Petter developed an oil engine for automotive use, while Lister developed a petrol engine for agriculture. Their shared success and instinct for innovation eventually brought them together.

United Kingdom

Forming a Powerhouse

After acquiring Petter in 1957 and Lister in 1965, Hawker Siddeley brought the two together to form the Lister Petter company in 1986, which carried on producing high-quality industrial engines. The desire to innovate never faded; the company drew directly on customer feedback to refine its engines, with the goal of building genuinely world-leading products.

A Range for Land, Sea, and Power

Lister Petter offers a broad lineup of diesel engines and associated power-generation equipment, suited to industrial, agricultural, and marine use. Its engines drive pumps, generators, compressors, crop sprayers, fishing vessels, and more. A key strength is the availability of both air-cooled and water-cooled engines, keeping performance at its best whatever the operating environment, and every engine undergoes extensive testing before it leaves the factory.

Committed to Quality and the Future

Lister Petter is advancing its hybrid technologies to keep pace with changing customer needs while holding to its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Alongside its engineering work, the company prioritises strong safety practices for its people and ethical responsibility to its communities, the same customer-first values it was built on.

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HQMS Comprehensive Warranty Program

At HQMS, our commitment to exceptional customer service extends beyond offering competitive prices. We are proud to introduce our Comprehensive Warranty Program, designed with your peace of mind as a top priority. Here's what our program offers:

  1. Extended Coverage: Enjoy a 6-month unlimited mileage warranty on all our products. This extended coverage ensures that your purchases are protected for a substantial period, giving you peace of mind.
  2. Customer Satisfaction Guarantee: Your happiness is our success. We understand the importance of trust and satisfaction in building lasting customer relationships.
  3. Reliable Support: In the unlikely event that you need to utilize your warranty, rest assured that you will receive the same level of superior customer service that you experienced during your purchase.