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MTU
16V595
The MTU 16V595 is a high‑speed, V‑configuration 4‑stroke marine diesel engine delivering up to ~4 300 kW (≈5 800 hp) at 1 700 rpm, noted for its compact size and high power‑to‑weight ratio.
2960.0 kW
Power
Engine Specifications
16
Cylinders
170 mm
Bore
210 mm
Stroke
4-stroke
Stroke Type
Components & Design
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Technical Data
Displacement per cylinder
5951 cc (5.95 L)
Total displacement 16V
95.3 L
Mean Effective Pressure (MEP)
22.2-30.2 bar
Weight-to-Power ratio (12V)
3.0 kg/kW
Weight-to-Power ratio (16V)
2.8 kg/kW
16V595TE70 Rated Power
3600 kW at 1700 rpm
16V595TE90 Rated Power
4319 kW (5793 hp)
12V595TE90 Rated Power
3213 kW (4345 hp)
16V595TE70 Fuel Consumption
919.52 L/h (198 g/kWh at 100% load)
16V595TE70 Weight (dry)
14120 kg
16V595TE90 Weight (dry)
16200 kg
Turbocharger Configuration
2-stage sequential turbocharging with intercooling
Fuel Injection System
1500 bar direct injection with electronic control
Application
Fast ferries, catamarans, hydrofoils, monohulls, yachts, surface effect ships
power kw
2960
rpm
1500
fuel type
MDO
configuration
V
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Common failures & inspection points
Fuel contamination and water infiltration causing 70% of marine diesel fuel system failures
Turbocharger failure from bearing wear, oil contamination, and compressor fouling reducing boost pressure and power output
Piston ring wear and cylinder liner damage from turbo oil seal failures introducing metal particles into combustion chambers
Electronic control unit (ECU) sensor failures triggering protective de-rate strategies limiting engine power
Fuel injector degradation and clogging from contaminated fuel requiring high-precision diagnostic equipment for repair
Type-general inspection and maintenance points for this equipment category — not model-specific.
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Equipment Model #123555
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