MTU Diesel engines 12V 4000 M53/M63 for Vessels with Unrestricted Continuous Operation (1A)

Product catalog summary

Overview: The document provides technical specifications and details for the Marine Diesel Engines 12V 4000 M53/M63, designed for vessels with unrestricted continuous operation. These engines are suitable for work boats, tugs, barges, ferries, and governmental vessels.

Dimensions and Masses: All models (M53R, M53, M63) have dimensions of 2510x1605x2370 mm and a dry mass of 7290 kg. With a standard gearbox, dimensions increase to 3745x1605x2625 mm and mass to 9375 kg.

Engine Specifications: The engines have a bore/stroke of 170/210 mm and a total displacement of 57.2 liters. Rated power varies: M53R at 1140 kW, M53 at 1380 kW, and M63 at 1500 kW, with speeds of 1600-1800 rpm. They comply with IMO 2, EPA 2, and EU IIIA emission standards.

Standard Equipment: Includes an electric starter motor, gear-driven lube oil pump, fuel conditioning system, and a cooling system with turbocharging. The exhaust system features triple-walled, liquid-cooled manifolds.

Optional Equipment: Options include a coolant preheating system, lube oil priming system, switchable pre-filter, and various gearbox options. Classification includes ABS, BV, CCS, and others.

Fuel Consumption: At rated power, fuel consumption is 199-198 g/kWh, with a tolerance of +5% per ISO 3046.

Additional Information: The engines meet ISO 3046-1:2002 and ISO 15550:2002 standards. Specifications are subject to change, and further details can be obtained from MTU distributors.

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for Vessels with Unrestricted Continuous Operation (1A) standard gearbox Typical applications: Work boats, tugs, barges, ferries, governmental vessels Engine Model Rated power ICFN Flywheel housing Gearbox model, standard Gearbox model, alternative Optimization of exhaust emission 1) ]) IMO - International Maritime Organisation (MARPOL) EU - EU Nonroad Directive 97/68/EC, Tier III A 2) Recognitation througth the RheinSchUO (CCNR) M53 - unrestricted continous duty with average load factors up to approximately 90%; M63 - heavy duty with high load factors up to approximately 80% Power. Passion. Partnership.

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Tolerance +5% per ISO 3046, Diesel fuel to DIN EN 590 with a min L.H.V. of 42800kJ/kg (18390 BTU/lb) Standard Equipment Starting system Fuel system Cooling system Exhaust system Mounting system Power transmission Engine management system Engine safety system Optional Equipment Starting system Fuel System Cooling system Exhaust system Engine management system Gearbox option Electric starter motor 24V, 2 pole Gear driven lube oil pump, non switchable oil filter, Centrifugal oil filter, lube oil heat exchanger, pump for lube oil extraction, opened crankcase ventilation Fuel conditioning system with...

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