Main Engine 4-Stroke · Main Engines (4-Stroke)
The MTU 20V 1163 TB73L is a 20-cylinder, four-stroke marine diesel engine from the Series 1163 family, rated at 6,500 kW (8,717 bhp) at 1,230 rpm. It shares the Series 1163 bore/stroke of 230/280 mm and total displacement of 232.7 litres. It is designed for fast vessels operated at consistently high load factors (60-80% of rated power), such as frigates, corvettes and fast ferries, and meets IMO Tier I emission limits.
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