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LCPXN78.1JT4

The Caterpillar LCPXN78.1JT4 is listed in the source as a four-stroke marine main engine intended for propulsion duty. It would normally be installed in the machinery space as part of the vessel propulsion plant, with the final coupling, gearbox or propulsor arrangement depending on the ship design. The engine converts fuel energy into mechanical shaft power and relies on coordinated fuel, lubrication, cooling, charge-air, exhaust and control systems for reliable operation. The supplied record states a rated power of 2653.0 kW, and that value is retained unchanged. The specific model designation distinguishes this record from neighbouring engine variants in the manufacturer range, but cylinder arrangement, emissions package, fuel-system details and permitted ratings must not be inferred from the designation alone. For overhaul limits, adjustment values, approved consumables and configuration-specific differences, refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure.

2653.0 kW
Power

Components & Design

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Technical Data

epa engine family LCPXN78.1JT4
model years 2020-2020
imo engine category Category 1
displacement per cyl l 4.8
combustion cycle 4 Stroke Compression Ignition
fuel system Direct Injection (Unit Injector, Electronic)
aspiration Turbocharged
epa test config count 1

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Common failures & inspection points

Fuel-injection deterioration or contamination can produce uneven firing, smoke, increased exhaust temperature or loss of power
Lubricating-oil contamination, low oil supply or bearing wear can cause pressure alarms, abnormal temperature, metallic debris or mechanical noise
Cooling-system fouling, leakage or poor circulation can cause high jacket-water temperature, local overheating or coolant loss
Charge-air restriction, turbocharger fouling or air leakage can cause poor acceleration, smoke and elevated exhaust temperatures
Valve-train wear, incorrect adjustment or valve damage can cause compression loss, irregular combustion, noise or abnormal cylinder temperatures

Service & Maintenance

Review operating trends for lubricating-oil pressure, coolant temperature, exhaust temperatures, load balance, crankcase condition and abnormal vibration or noise. Inspect filters, coolers, fuel equipment, valve gear, turbocharging equipment, mounts, flexible connections and safety shutdown devices in accordance with the installed configuration. Check for fuel, oil, coolant and exhaust leakage and verify that protective alarms and shutdowns are functional. A surveyor will normally look for evidence of disciplined maintenance, clean machinery spaces, leak control, intact guards and reliable safety functions. Use the engine serial number and manufacturer documentation for all exact wear limits, adjustment values and overhaul criteria.

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Replacement Parts

Useful onboard spares typically include fuel-system service items, lubricating-oil and fuel filters, cooling-system seals, belts where fitted, valve-train consumables, injector-related service parts, sensors and common gaskets or O-rings. Critical spares should be selected against the exact engine serial number, installed emissions package and vessel redundancy; refer to the manufacturer parts documentation before ordering.
Equipment Model #155032 · ✓ still in production

Wer liefert dieses Teil? 226 Betriebe im Verzeichnis · 26 aus Herstellerlisten

Caterpillar Marine
NoneUnited States
✓ autorisiert
Finning Power Systems
NoneUnited Kingdom|Canada
✓ autorisiert
Finnings UK Ltd (Aberdeen)
NoneUnited Kingdom
✓ autorisiert
Global Services (Europe) Ltd
NoneUnited Kingdom
✓ autorisiert
Global Services (Europe) Ltd
NoneUnited Kingdom
✓ autorisiert
Hewitt Equipment Ltd
NoneCanada
✓ autorisiert
Kelly Tractor Co.
NoneUnited States
✓ autorisiert
Louisiana Cat
Reserve, United States
✓ autorisiert
MaK Caterpillar Motoren GmbH & Co. KG
NoneGermany|China|United Arab Emirates
✓ autorisiert
MaK Toromont Cat
NoneCanada
✓ autorisiert
Nc Machinery Co
NoneUnited States
✓ autorisiert
Peterson Power Systems, Inc.
NoneUnited States
✓ autorisiert
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