Marine engines

D16 MG HE KC

16.1 litres
Displacement litres
16.1 litres
Displacement litres
16.1 litres
Displacement litres
  • Advanced monitoring with Volvo Penta Marine Commercial Control System
  • Twin-entry turbo with pulse charging
  • EMS electronic control system designed to improve fuel efficiency
  • PTO capability
  • Approved by major classification societies
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Volvo Penta D16 MG is available in 50 Hz and 60 Hz. In-line 6-cylinder, 16.1-liter direct-injected marine diesel generator set with twin-entry turbo and aftercooler. Available in F and H class.

Features & Benefits

A comprehensive solution

The Volvo Penta Genset system is a comprehensive solution for a ship’s onboard power requirements. It comes with an engine, generator, and monitoring system, all tested and ready for installation onboard. Engines and generators are type approved by major classification societies. The genset can be delivered with classification certificates.
Features & Benefits

Durable and high-performance

The engine’s durable design, featuring a ladder frame bolted to the engine block, contributes to high reliability. Its rigid in-line cylinder block, generously dimensioned crankshaft bearings, water-cooled exhaust manifold, and turbo contribute to high engine performance.
Features & Benefits

Designed for easy installation and service

Designed to withstand high exhaust back pressure, this genset is suited for installations that require additional third-party emission control equipment and offers a straightforward installation process. Its accessible design facilitates service and maintenance.
Features & Benefits

Improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions

By controlling the unit injectors and fuel distribution, the EMS electronic management system optimizes the fuel-air mixture to improve the combustion. This results in improved thermal efficiency, enhanced fuel efficiency, and reduced exhaust emissions.
Features & Benefits

Enhanced load-taking capability

Together, the twin-entry turbo with pulse charging and the efficient speed control system enhance this engine's load-taking capability.
Features & Benefits

Marine Commercial Control System

Volvo Penta Marine Commercial Control System is an engine control and monitoring system designed for easy integration into the ship’s control system. All actions are displayed as text messages in any specified language and logged in a non-erasable memory.

Technical data

Performance
D16 MG HE KC - 390 kWe
D16 MG HE KC - 470 kWe
D16 MG HE KC - 478 kWe
Fuel TypeDieselDieselDiesel
Displacement litres16.1 litres16.1 litres16.1 litres
Displacement cui984 in³984 in³984 in³
Number of Cylinders666
Control SystemMarine Commercial Control, Open CAN InterfaceMarine Commercial Control, Open CAN InterfaceMarine Commercial Control, Open CAN Interface
High-pressure fuel injectionElectronic unit injectorsElectronic unit injectorsElectronic unit injectors
Details
Cooling SystemHeat Exchanger Cooling, Keel CoolingHeat Exchanger Cooling, Keel CoolingHeat Exchanger Cooling, Keel Cooling
ProductSeries16 liter series16 liter series16 liter series

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Have an in-depth look at operator manuals and other product related information for this engine.
Product leaflet D16 MG Genset (PDF, 407.3KB)
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