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IHI VTR-F55-M4

The IHI VTR-F55-M4 is a marine turbocharger featuring a radial compressor and axial turbine, delivering a pressure ratio of about 4.5 and an airflow of ~34.8 kg/s for large‑bore (550–900 mm) two‑stroke diesel engines. The supplied category identifies it as Turbocharger, and it is normally installed on the intake and exhaust side of a marine diesel engine, using exhaust-gas energy to compress combustion air. In that role, its primary purpose is to increase engine air delivery and support efficient combustion over the operating load range. Radial and axial turbocharger families differ in gas-path and bearing design, but all rely on clean compressor and turbine surfaces, sound bearings and unrestricted lubrication. Within the supplied list, neighbouring variants are distinguished by their model designations and naming, while the source does not state further model-specific hardware differences. 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.

Components & Design

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Technical Data

compressor type radial
turbine type axial
engine bore range mm 550-900
pressure ratio 4.5
air flow kg s 34.8
suitable for 2-stroke

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Common failures & inspection points

Compressor or turbine fouling causes reduced air delivery, higher exhaust temperature, smoke or loss of engine performance
Bearing wear or lubrication failure causes abnormal noise, shaft movement, vibration or rapid damage
Foreign-object damage to compressor or turbine blades causes imbalance, vibration and reduced efficiency
Seal or drainage faults cause oil leakage into the compressor or turbine side and visible smoke or deposits
Nozzle-ring, wastegate or gas-path faults where fitted cause poor boost control, surging or high exhaust temperature

Service & Maintenance

Inspect compressor and turbine condition, air filter or silencer, gas path, bearings, lubrication supply and drains. Trend boost pressure, exhaust temperature, turbocharger speed where available and vibration or noise. Clean gas-path components using only approved methods. Refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure for bearing, balance, speed and clearance limits.

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Replacement Parts

Carry bearing and seal service kits where onboard overhaul is permitted, filters, gaskets, locking parts, sensor components and manufacturer-approved cleaning or rotor service items.
Equipment Model #126124 · ✓ still in production