MTU Diesel Engines 8V 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 8V 4000 M53 and M63, designed for vessels with unrestricted continuous operation. These engines are suitable for various applications such as work boats, tugs, barges, ferries, and governmental vessels.

Dimensions and Masses: Both the M53 and M63 models have dimensions of 2040x1610x1970 mm and a dry mass of 5505 kg. When equipped with a ZF 3351 gearbox, the dimensions change to 3150x1610x2000 mm, and the mass increases to 6575 kg.

Engine Specifications: The engines feature 8 cylinders with a bore/stroke of 170/210 mm and a total displacement of 38.2 liters. The rated power varies: M53R at 746 kW, M53 at 920 kW, and M63 at 1000 kW, with speeds of 1600 or 1800 rpm. They comply with IMO, EPA, and EU emissions standards.

Standard Equipment: Includes an electric starter motor, gear-driven lube oil pump, fuel conditioning system, separate heat exchanger cooling system, turbocharging, and a torsional resilient power transmission system. The engine management system includes ADEC and EiM for control and monitoring.

Optional Equipment: Options include a coolant preheating system, lube oil priming system, switchable pre-filter, coolant-to-raw water heat exchanger, intake air silencer, and various gearbox options. Classification is available with ABS, BV, CCS, and other maritime organizations.

Fuel Consumption: At rated power, fuel consumption is 207 g/kWh for M53R, and 205 g/kWh for M53 and M63. The corresponding fuel flow rates are 186.1 l/h, 227.2 l/h, and 247.0 l/h respectively.

Additional Notes: The engines are designed to meet ISO standards and operate efficiently under specified environmental conditions. Specifications are subject to change, and further details can be obtained from MTU distributors.

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MTU Diesel Engines 8V 4000 M53/M63 for Vessels with Unrestricted Continuous Operation (1A)-1

for Vessels with Unrestricted Continuous Operation (1A) 8V 4000 - with ■ Dimensions (l^xWxH^ mm (in) * gear ratio on request Typical applications: e.g. work boats, tugs, barges, ferries, governmental vessels Engine Model Rated power ICFN Displacement, total ]) IMO - International Maritime Organisation (MARPOL) 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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Fuel Consumption ' ' Tolerance +5% per ISO 3046, Diesel fuel to DIN EN 590 with a min L.H.V. of 42800 kj/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 Mounting 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, opened crankcase ventilation, lube oil extraction...

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