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Workboat Report the D34 and D49 are VI 2s, while the

D65 is a VI6. Output ranges from 440 kW (590 hp) up to 1,380 kW (1,850 hp) at speeds between 1,350 and 2,000 rpm.

All engines have been optimized for efficient fuel consumption and gentle emissions through optimum design of the combustion chamber combined with the fuel injection system. To help ensure long life, the engine block is rigid and features main bearings with four bolts.

The crankshaft is single piece, internally forged with balance weights. Another interesting feature is that the valves are rotating to extend lifetime and the seats are made of special alloy steel for greater wear resistance.

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MTU Presents New 8000 Series

Seeking to vastly expand its propul- sion range and the types of vessels, which it serves, MTU has introduced a new group of engines dubbed the 8000 series.

The first engine of the Series 8000

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Presented in Hamburg in conjunction with SMM 2000, the new engine is con- sidered an essential part of a product offensive, which was launched in 1996 with the introduction of the Series 2000 and 4000 engines.

Initially, the engines are being touted as appropriate for high-speed ferries, yachts and naval vessels, all current strongholds for the current MTU stable.

However, the 8000 concept goes far beyond a 20 cylinder version of these applications. Accordingly, MTU is planning to make available to the market 16V and 12V versions and, due to the flexible engine concept of the 8000 series, in-line engines and heavy-fuel engines, allowing the company the capability to provide a range of products for the large segment of commercial ships.

The 8000 features common-rail injec- tion, a technology that was originally

Engine control and monitoring unit

Lube oil centrifugal^ filter

Automatic lube oil filter

Fuel filter

Lube oil coolers

Fresh water pump

Raw water pump

High-pressure fuel pumps

Low-pressure fuel supply pump

Oil pump

On the new MTU 8000 series, all components are significant in terms of maintenance opera- tion, which are located in a service block on the free end of the engine.

Fresh water return line

Exhaust gas manifold

Fuel pressure accumulator

Intermediate cooling water housing

Charge air duct

Fresh water supply manifold

Crankcase doors

The MTU 20V 8000 measures 7,400 x 1,900 x 3,300 mm (LxWxH). 34 Circle 276 on Reader Service Card Maritime Reporter/Engineering News