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18VV32/40

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9,000 kWPower
18Cylinders
320 mmBore
400 mmStroke

The MAN 18VV32/40 is an 18‑cylinder V‑type medium‑speed four‑stroke diesel engine delivering up to 9 MW (≈12 000 hp) at 750 rpm, featuring common‑rail fuel injection and two‑stage intercooling for high efficiency.

Specifications

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Cylinder displacement32 L/cylinder
Power per cylinder500 kW/cyl
Mean Effective Pressure (MEP)25.9 bar (720 rpm) / 24.9 bar (750 rpm)
Mean piston speed9.6 m/s (720 rpm)
Specific fuel oil consumption (100% MCR)186 g/kWh
Specific fuel oil consumption (85% load)183 g/kWh
Lube oil consumption0.5 g/kWh
Dry mass (6L32/40)38 tonnes
Dry mass (8L32/40)47 tonnes
Dry mass (12V32/40)61 tonnes
Dry mass (18V32/40)85 tonnes
Compression ratio4.5
TurbochargingTwo-stage intercooling with advanced turbocharger
Charge air systemTwo-stage charge air cooler (HT and LT circuits)
Engine typeFour-stroke turbocharged Diesel, non-reversible (propulsion models)
ConfigurationV
Speed (rpm)750
Fuel TypeMGO/HFO
TechnologyCommon Rail
Power (kW)9000
Inspection

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Common issues

  • Cylinder liner wear - formation of wear ridge at top of liner, potential piston ring breakage
  • Fuel system leaks and contamination, particularly with MGO and HFO
  • Exhaust valve seat wear and overheating, potentially leading to engine damage
  • Piston ring and cylinder wall scuffing due to inadequate lubrication
  • Turbocharger fouling and reduced performance
  • Common Rail fuel system component failures, such as injectors and pumps
  • Engine bearing wear and potential failure due to misalignment or lubrication issues

Inspection checklist

  • Cylinder liner condition and wear patterns
  • Piston ring and cylinder wall condition
  • Fuel system leaks and contamination checks
  • Exhaust valve and seat condition
  • Turbocharger condition and performance
  • Common Rail fuel system component checks
  • Engine bearing condition and alignment
  • Lubrication system checks, including oil quality and filter condition
  • Cooling system checks, including heat exchanger condition and coolant quality

Service intervals

oil_change1000-1500 hours
fuel_filter_change500-1000 hours
air_filter_change1000-2000 hours
coolant_change2000-5000 hours
major_overhaul30000-50000 hours

Typical wear limits

cylinder_liner0.5-1.0 mm wear on liner diameter
piston_ring0.5-1.0 mm wear on ring diameter
exhaust_valve0.5-1.0 mm wear on valve seat
engine_bearing0.1-0.5 mm wear on bearing diameter

Ranges are typical for this design class. Always confirm against the manufacturer documentation for your serial number.

Critical spares

  • Cylinder liners
  • Piston rings
  • Exhaust valves and seats
  • Turbocharger components, such as wheels and nozzles
  • Common Rail fuel system components, such as injectors and pumps
  • Engine bearings
  • Fuel pumps and filters

Safety

  • Risk of engine room fire due to fuel leaks or electrical faults
  • Risk of personal injury due to moving parts or hot surfaces
  • Risk of environmental pollution due to fuel spills or leaks
  • Risk of engine damage due to inadequate maintenance or operation

Class survey

The class surveyor will typically check the engine's condition, including cylinder liners, piston rings, and exhaust valves, as well as the fuel and lubrication systems, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and manufacturer recommendations.

Estimated lifetime: 40000-60000 hours

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