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6L1506 G

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360 kWPower
6Cylinders
137 mmBore
165 mmStroke

Perkins Marine Aux 6L1506 G — Common Rail Tier III, 6 cyl × 137mm bore, 1500 rpm, MGO, 360 kW.

Specifications

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ConfigurationL
Speed (rpm)1500
Fuel TypeMGO
TechnologyCommon Rail Tier III
Power (kW)360
Inspection

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Common issues

  • Fuel system leaks and blockages due to the Common Rail Tier III system's high pressure
  • Excessive engine vibration caused by worn or loose engine mounts
  • Cylinder liner wear and scoring due to inadequate maintenance or low-quality fuel
  • Turbocharger fouling and failure from dirty or contaminated oil
  • Engine overheating due to cooling system issues or low coolant levels
  • Fuel injector coking and fouling from poor fuel quality or inadequate maintenance
  • Lubrication system contamination from dirty or degraded oil

Inspection checklist

  • Engine oil level and condition
  • Coolant level and condition
  • Fuel system leaks and pressure
  • Turbocharger condition and performance
  • Cylinder head and valve condition
  • Piston and liner condition
  • Engine mounts and vibration
  • Exhaust system condition and emissions
  • Electrical system condition and performance

Service intervals

oil_change400-600 hours
fuel_filter_change200-400 hours
air_filter_change100-200 hours
coolant_change2000-4000 hours

Typical wear limits

cylinder_liner_diameter0.5-1.0 mm oversize
piston_ring_gap0.5-1.5 mm
valve_clearance0.1-0.3 mm
engine_bearing_clearance0.01-0.1 mm

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

Critical spares

  • Fuel injectors
  • Turbocharger components
  • Cylinder liners and pistons
  • Engine bearings and seals
  • Oil and fuel filters
  • Coolant and lubrication system hoses
  • Electrical system components

Safety

  • High-pressure fuel system leaks and fires
  • Electrical system shock or arc flash
  • Rotating equipment entanglement or crushing
  • Hot surface burns from engine or exhaust components

Class survey

The class surveyor will typically check the engine's performance, emissions, and safety features, as well as verify compliance with relevant regulations and standards, such as IMO Tier III and SOLAS

Estimated lifetime: 15000-20000 hours

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