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Daihatsu

16VDK-36e-GS-60Hz

Daihatsu Diesel DK-32 Series — Marinediesel, Bohrung 320 (inferred from nomenclature; unverified for DK-32 specifically) x Hub 400 (inferred from nomenclature; unverified for DK-32 specifically) mm, 720 (verified for 6DK-32); likely 720-750 for series rpm, 2206 kW (6DK-32 at 720 RPM per Skyline Ships); estimated 2900-3900 kW range for 8-cylinder variants based on DC-32e analogues, not verified. Brennstoff: MDO (Marine Diesel Oil) up to 700 mm²/s @ 50°C; HFO (Heavy Fuel Oil) with preheating. Status: Authenticity unverified - no official Daihatsu factory documentation confirms DK-32 model designation. Referenced extensively in aftermarket supplier networks. 6DK-32 specifications partially confirmed (2206 kW, 6 cylinders, 720 RPM from Skyline Ships). Likely corresponds to DC-32 architecture with 320mm bore, 400mm stroke based on naming pattern, but formal confirmation required.. Verifiziert, Datenblatt verlinkt.

9440.0 kW
Power

Engine Specifications

16
Cylinders
360 mm
Bore
480 mm
Stroke
4-stroke
Stroke Type

Components & Design

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Technical Data

6DK-32 Rated Power 3000 PS / 2206 kW @ 720 RPM (Skyline Ships verification)
Bore/Stroke Pattern 320mm bore / 400mm stroke inferred but unverified for DK-32
Mean Effective Pressure (estimated) 2.59 MPa (per DC-32e analogous design)
Piston Speed (estimated) 9.6 m/sec @ 720 rpm
Design Class Medium-speed marine auxiliary diesel engine
Fuel System MDO/HFO with fuel changeover capability
Cylinder Head Assembly Pressure-tested; requires assembly caution for intake/exhaust valves
power kw 9440
rpm 900
fuel type HFO/MDO
configuration V
genset kw 8968
genset kva 11210
frequency hz 60

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Common failures & inspection points

Fuel injection pump tappet adjustment screw loosening on DK-28 and DK-32 engines - documented preventive measures required
Engine-driven cooling water pump maintenance/parts replacement required on DK-26, DK-28, DK-32, DK-36 series
Valve assembly critical tolerance - caution required for intake and exhaust valve assembly on DK-32 engines
Exhaust valve guide and spindle wear limits exist but specific numeric limits not publicly accessible
Imitation parts degrade performance and void certification per Daihatsu warnings - genuine parts required

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