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12V1163

Main Engine 4-Stroke · Main Engines (4-Stroke)

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4,200 kWPower
12Cylinders
230 mmBore
280 mmStroke

The MTU 12V1163 is a high‑speed V‑12 marine diesel engine delivering up to 4,200 kW at 1,300 rpm, designed for main propulsion on medium‑size vessels with a compact footprint and advanced two‑stage turbocharging.

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Displacement per cylinder11.63 liters
12V1163 displacement139.6 liters
16V1163 displacement186.1 liters
20V1163 displacement232.7 liters
20V1163M84 power output6000 kW / 8180 bhp
20V1163M94 power output7400 kW / 9925 bhp
16V1163 power output4800 - 6000 kW
12V1163 power output3600 - 4440 kW
20V1163M84 dry weight24480 kg (53969 lbs)
16V1163M74 dry weight20560 kg (45327 lbs)
12V1163M74 dry weight16490 kg (36354 lbs)
Specific fuel consumption208-220 g/kWh at rated power
Fuel consumption rate 20V1378 - 1723 l/h
Turbocharging systemTwo-stage sequential turbocharging with low-pressure and high-pressure stages
Injection systemCommon-rail fuel injection up to 1800 bar (upgraded from unit-pump system)
Emission standardIMO II compliant, IMO III with optional SCR
Engine typeHigh-speed large-bore diesel, 4-stroke
Power (kW)4200
Speed (rpm)1300
Fuel TypeMDO
ConfigurationV
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