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Volvo Penta

D13 MH VG HE KC

Volvo Penta D13 MH VG HE KC — Marine Generator Set – Auxiliary Variable Speed Genset, hybrid and diesel-electric vessels.

Volvo Penta D13 MH VG HE KC

Components & Design

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Technical Data

power kW 277–385 kWe (published dealer inventory 2023–2024)
speed rpm variable / fixed 1500 or 1800
displacement L 12.8
cylinders 6 inline
cooling Heat Exchanger / Keel Cooling
classification DNV, LR, BV, RINA, ABS

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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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Wer liefert dieses Teil? 11 Betriebe im Verzeichnis · 9 aus Herstellerlisten

Carl Baguhn GmbH & Co. KG
Hamburg, Germany
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Elias Blanco, S.L.
Algeciras, Spain
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James Troop & Co Ltd
Runcorn, United Kingdom
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Lubrafil BV
Barendrecht, Netherlands
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OEM Group
United Kingdom
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Power House AB
Askim, Sweden
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Seny Marine Ltd
Варна / Varna, Bulgaria
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Techmarine
United Kingdom
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Terlouw Rotterdam BV
Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Volvo Penta AB
Sweden
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Golden Arrow Marine
Thailand
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