"> SKL 12VNVD48-GS-50Hz
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12VNVD48-GS-50Hz

The SKL NVD48‑GS 12VNVD48‑GS-50Hz is a medium‑speed V‑12 diesel engine coupled to an integrated generator set, delivering up to 7 752 kW (9 690 kVA) at 50 Hz for shipboard electrical power; source-listed power 8160.0 kW. The supplied category identifies it as Auxiliary Engine (Generator Set), and it is normally installed in the engine room as a generator prime mover or other ship-service auxiliary engine. In that role, its primary purpose is to provide mechanical power for electrical generation or another auxiliary shipboard duty. Generator-set versions are integrated with an alternator and electrical protection, while standalone auxiliary engines may drive other machinery; both use the same core diesel support systems. Within the supplied list, this entry is distinguished from neighbouring variants by its model designation and the explicitly listed power; no further model-specific difference is stated in the source. No additional performance, approval or construction detail is inferred from the model code beyond the information supplied in the source record. For exact ratings, dimensions, settings, capacities, materials and variant-specific limits, refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure.

8160.0 kW
Power

Engine Specifications

12
Cylinders
480 mm
Bore
600 mm
Stroke
4-stroke
Stroke Type

Components & Design

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Technical Data

power kw 8160
rpm 750
fuel type HFO/MDO
configuration V
genset kw 7752
genset kva 9690
frequency hz 50

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Common failures & inspection points

Fuel-injection or combustion faults cause smoke, unstable speed, poor load acceptance or high exhaust temperature
Lubrication or bearing problems cause low oil pressure, metal debris, rising temperature or shutdown
Cooling-system restriction or leakage causes high coolant temperature and repeated thermal alarms
Turbocharger or charge-air fouling causes smoke, slow load response and elevated exhaust temperature
Governor, speed-sensor, starter or control faults cause difficult starting, frequency instability or failed automatic operation

Service & Maintenance

Inspect fuel, lubrication, cooling, intake, exhaust, turbocharging, starting, governor and shutdown systems. Trend oil pressure, coolant and exhaust temperatures, speed stability and load response. On generator sets, also review alternator and breaker behaviour. Refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure for clearances, pressures, temperatures and service limits.

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Replacement Parts

Carry fuel and oil filters, belts where fitted, injector and valve service parts, starter components, sensors, cooling seals, gaskets and approved lubricants.
Equipment Model #125396 · ✓ still in production