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6L6EY26W

Main Engine 4-Stroke · Main Engines (4-Stroke)

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2,430 kWPower
6Cylinders
260 mmBore
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Crews and engineers on board commercial vessels rely heavily on robust propulsion systems to ensure reliable performance and efficiency. Yanmar’s 6L6EY26W engine is a prime example of this reliability. This medium-speed, six-cylinder in-line engine delivers an impressive 2430 kW at 750 rpm, making it suitable for both marine propulsion and power generation applications. The engine's advanced Common Rail technology enhances fuel efficiency and reduces emissions, meeting IMO Tier II standards. With a bore of 260 mm and a stroke of 385 mm, the 6L6EY26W offers a displacement of 122.6 liters. It can operate on heavy fuel oil (HFO) or marine gas oil (MGO), providing versatility in fuel options. Despite its robust design, common failure points to watch for include turbocharger wear due to contaminated oil or carbon deposits, cylinder head gasket leaks caused by scratches or improper tightening, and injector nozzle wear from cavitation. Regular maintenance, including oil analysis and bearing wear monitoring, is crucial to prevent lube system damage and ensure long-term reliability.

Specifications

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ConfigurationL
Speed (rpm)750
Fuel TypeHFO/MGO
TechnologyCommon Rail
Power (kW)2430
Inspection

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Common issues

  • Turbolader-Verschleiß und Fehlausfälle durch kontaminiertes Öl oder Kohlenstoffablagerungen
  • Rauchentwicklung unter Last
  • Überhitzung des Motors durch unzureichende Kühlung
  • Schäden am Common-Rail-System durch Verschleiß oder Verunreinigung
  • Fehler im Brennstoffsystem durch unzureichende Filterung oder Verschleiß
  • Überlastung des Motors durch unzureichende Wartung oder falsche Bedienung

Inspection checklist

  • Überprüfung des Öls und der Filter
  • Prüfung der Turbolader und ihrer Lager
  • Kontrolle der Kühlwasserpumpe und des Kühlwassersystems
  • Überprüfung des Common-Rail-Systems und der Einspritzventile
  • Prüfung der Zylinderkopfdichtungen und der Zylinder
  • Kontrolle der Antriebswellen und der Lager
  • Überprüfung des Brennstoffsystems und der Filter
  • Prüfung der Elektrik und der Sensoren
  • Kontrolle der Notabschaltung und der Sicherheitseinrichtungen

Service intervals

Ölwechsel400-600 Betriebsstunden
Filterwechsel200-400 Betriebsstunden
Turbolader-Inspektion1000-2000 Betriebsstunden
Kühlwasserpumpe-Inspektion500-1000 Betriebsstunden

Typical wear limits

Zylinderlaufbuchsen0,5-1,0 mm Übermaß
Kolbenringen0,5-1,0 mm Übermaß
Turbolader-Lager0,1-0,5 mm Spiel
Antriebswellen-Lager0,1-0,5 mm Spiel

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

Critical spares

  • Ölfilter
  • Fuellfilter
  • Turbolader-Lager
  • Common-Rail-Einspritzventile
  • Zylinderkopfdichtungen
  • Kühlwasserpumpe
  • Antriebswellen-Lager

Safety

  • Überhitzung des Motors
  • Rauchentwicklung unter Last
  • Unzureichende Kühlung
  • Fehler im Brennstoffsystem
  • Überlastung des Motors

Class survey

Der Klassifizierer überprüft typischerweise die Wartung und Inspektion des Motors, die Kühlwasserpumpe, die Turbolader, die Common-Rail-Einspritzventile und die Zylinderkopfdichtungen. Es werden auch die Sicherheitseinrichtungen und die Notabschaltung überprüft.

Estimated lifetime: 20000-30000 Betriebsstunden

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