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MTU
16V396
The MTU 16V396 is a medium‑speed, V‑type 16‑cylinder diesel main engine delivering up to 2 160 kW at 1 800–2 000 rpm, noted for its high power density and turbocharged after‑cooled charge air system.
2160.0 kW
Power
Engine Specifications
16
Cylinders
165 mm
Bore
185 mm
Stroke
4-stroke
Stroke Type
Components & Design
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Technical Data
Bore
165 mm (6.5 inches)
Stroke
185 mm (7.3 inches)
16V Displacement
63.3–71.45 liters
16V Continuous Power
1580 kW @ 1800 rpm (genset); 2150 kW @ 2000 rpm (marine TE94)
16V Overload Capacity
1740 kW
16V Dry Weight
5510–7090 kg (engine only, no gearbox)
Compression Ratio
14.5:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged + charge-air cooled (aftercooled)
Fuel System
Direct injection, Bosch high-pressure injectors
Typical Power Range
600–3650 kW across all cylinder variants
power kw
2160
rpm
1800
fuel type
MDO
configuration
V
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Common failures & inspection points
Poor diesel quality / contaminated fuel causing filter collapse and engine starvation. Water, biological growth, and particulates damage Bosch high-pressure inj
Fuel injection pump timing offset (~60°) after overhaul causes starting difficulty, no fuel delivery, and engine shutdown. Cylinder A1 must be set to 15° BTDC w
Cylinder head gasket failure indicated by white smoke or coolant ingress. Temperature variations >50°F (27°C) between cylinders signal gasket failure. Repeated
Turbocharger failure from inadequate lubrication, contamination, or thermal cycling. Turbos operate >100,000 rpm and require clean oil at correct pressure/tempe
Valve train wear: flattened camshaft lobes, degraded valve springs, or incorrect valve clearances prevent full valve opening/closing. Bearing wear and crankshaf
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Equipment Model #123553
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