Main Engine 4-Stroke · Main Engines (4-Stroke)
The Caterpillar 16V3516B-HD is a powerful marine diesel engine that utilizes a 4-stroke, V-configuration design with direct injection and turbocharging. This robust engine, part of the 3516B-HD family, boasts 16 cylinders with a bore of 170mm and a stroke of 190mm, producing 2240 kW of power at 1800 rpm. Fuelled by MDO, LBF, HFO, or Ultra-Low-Sulphur Fuel, this engine is designed for both propulsion and generator set applications. Introduced in 1994, the 16V3516B-HD has become a popular choice in the marine industry, with over 1600 units sold. The engine features a high-efficiency turbocharger with a corrosion-resistant design and a 'low wear rate due to calibration ring'. It complies with IMO Tier II (IMO II) emissions standards.
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