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250 hp
Crankshaft Power
4.3 litres
Displacement litres
280 hp
Crankshaft Power
4.3 litres
Displacement litres
  • All aluminum cylinder block- Closed freshwater cooling system- Wideband oxygen sensors- Compact dimensions- Spark‐ignited, direct fuel injection system- Forward‐facing, Duoprop twin, counter‐rotating propellers- Drive with titanium‐ceramic coating
  • Electronic engine control system- Low‐weight, aluminum exhaust system- Easy accessible service points- Variable valve timing- Easy Drain system- Water‐in‐oil sensor- Water‐in‐bellow sensor
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Volvo Penta V6-280 Forward Drive OceanX for Saltwater Water Sports

Volvo Penta Forward Drive V6-FWD with Coastal Series is a totally integrated package, powered by the 6‐cylinder, 4.3‐liter, freshwater‐cooled, direct‐injected gasoline engine with catalyst. Working together with the perfectly matched TCC Forward Drive Duoprop drive, this package offers great versatility, low noise levels, very low emission levels, and impressive acceleration power.

Features & Benefits

Compact and lightweight design

The compact engine-drive design facilitates installation. With an aluminum cylinder block and head, low-friction, lightweight pistons, and a cast-aluminum oil pan, the engine provides an improved power-to-weight ratio.
Features & Benefits

Direct injection technology

The direct injection fuel system enables a high compression ratio, extracting more energy from each drop of fuel. This contributes to reduced fuel consumption and emission levels.
Features & Benefits

Coastal Series for Saltwater Boating

Protected by a revolutionary titanium-ceramic coating and additional sensors, the Coastal Series is Volvo Penta’s answer to the corrosive effects of salt water!
Features & Benefits

Freshwater‐cooled engine

The freshwater cooling system is designed to extend engine lifespan and improve performance. The closed-loop system prevents seawater exposure inside the engine, reducing corrosion and contributing to improved engine durability and resale value.
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Forward Drive

The forward-facing, Duoprop twin counter-rotating propellers operate in undisturbed water to provide strong thrust, stable tracking, and faster acceleration. Together, the FWD drive and gasoline engine complete the propulsion system with reduced noise and low-level vibration.

Technical data

Performance
V6 - 250 hp
V6 - 280 hp
Crankshaft power186 kW / 250 hp209 kW / 280 hp
Fuel TypeGasolineGasoline
Displacement litres4.3 litres4.3 litres
Displacement cui262 in³262 in³
Number of Cylinders66
Control SystemElectronic Vessel Control, Electronic Gas ControlElectronic Vessel Control, Electronic Gas Control
High-pressure fuel injectionDirect injectionDirect injection
AspirationNaturally aspiratedNaturally aspirated
Details
Cooling SystemHeat Exchanger CoolingHeat Exchanger Cooling
ProductSeriesGen V Gasoline EnginesGen V Gasoline Engines

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V6-240/280-CE-G (PDF, 599.9KB)
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