Auxiliary Engine (Generator Set) · Auxiliary Engines
The Wärtsilä 12VW46-GS-60Hz engine utilizes a four-stroke cycle with a V-configuration, featuring turbocharging and an intercooler for enhanced performance. This robust engine, designed for marine applications, is capable of generating 8040 kW of power at 900 revolutions per minute. It operates on a fuel mix of Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO), Marine Diesel Oil (MDO), and Gas Oil (GO). The engine's specifications include a bore of 460 mm, a stroke of 580 mm, and 12 cylinders, resulting in a displacement of 17 liters per cylinder. The 12VW46-GS-60Hz boasts a genset output of 7638 kW at 9548 kVA, operating at a frequency of 60 Hz. Production of this model was discontinued around 2010, with approximately 720 engines manufactured since its redesign in 1996.
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