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Volvo Penta

D13 MG

Volvo Penta D13 MG — Marine Generator Set – Auxiliary Constant Speed Genset, commercial vessel auxiliary power.

Components & Design

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Technical Data

capacity kVA 50Hz 310 kVA (HCM434F) / 355 kVA (HCM534C) / 415 kVA (HCM534D) at 1500 rpm
capacity kVA 60Hz 375 kVA (HCM434F) / 426 kVA (HCM534C) / 475 kVA (HCM534D) at 1800 rpm
power kW 50Hz 248 / 284 / 332 kWe
power kW 60Hz 300 / 341 / 380 kWe
speed rpm 1500 (50 Hz) / 1800 (60 Hz)
displacement L 12.78
cylinders 6 inline
bore stroke mm 131/158
compression ratio 18.5:1
classification LR, DNV, GL, IRS, RS, CCS, ABS, RINA, BV

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Common failures & inspection points

Engine oil level and condition check; oil and filter change at manufacturer-specified intervals (typically 250–500 h)

Engine oil level and condition check; oil and filter change at manufacturer-specified intervals (typically 250–500 h)

Coolant level, concentration and condition (corrosion inhibitor / antifreeze), heat exchanger and keel-cooling circuit inspection for fouling or leaks

Coolant level, concentration and condition (corrosion inhibitor / antifreeze), heat exchanger and keel-cooling circuit inspection for fouling or leaks

Fuel system inspection: water separator / pre-filter drain and element replacement, injection pump and injector condition, fuel line integrity

Fuel system inspection: water separator / pre-filter drain and element replacement, injection pump and injector condition, fuel line integrity

Air intake and turbocharger inspection: air filter restriction check, turbo bearing play, intercooler/charge-air-cooler condition

Air intake and turbocharger inspection: air filter restriction check, turbo bearing play, intercooler/charge-air-cooler condition

Belt and drive coupling inspection: tension, wear and alignment of alternator drive belts and flexible couplings

Belt and drive coupling inspection: tension, wear and alignment of alternator drive belts and flexible couplings

Electrical and control system check: battery condition, wiring integrity, MCC (Marine Commercial Control) fault log review, insulation resistance test on genera

Electrical and control system check: battery condition, wiring integrity, MCC (Marine Commercial Control) fault log review, insulation resistance test on generator windings

Exhaust system and wet exhaust hose inspection for cracks, water ingress, back-pressure build-up, and compliance with emissions tier (IMO II/III)

Exhaust system and wet exhaust hose inspection for cracks, water ingress, back-pressure build-up, and compliance with emissions tier (IMO II/III)

Load test and performance verification: run under rated load, check voltage and frequency stability, vibration and noise levels against baseline

Load test and performance verification: run under rated load, check voltage and frequency stability, vibration and noise levels against baseline

Type-general inspection and maintenance points for this equipment category — not model-specific.

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