More Power for mtu Bestseller 16V 2000

• 10 percent more power with same weight
• Market and technological leader in its class

Düsseldorf - At the 2001 Boat Show in Düsseldorf, MTU Friedrichshafen is presenting a new, more powerful version of the 16-cylinder Series 2000. At 1470 kW (2000 hp), the power output of the new 16V 2000 is now around 10 percent higher than the 1343 kW (1826 hp) of its predecessor. This increase has been achieved by modifications to the fuel injection system which can now deliver larger volumes of fuel, thereby enabling more powerful combustion. The extra air required for combustion as a result is provided by improved turbochargers.

The new 16V 2000 also has a wider speed range. It can now run at up to 2350 rpm - which is 50 rpm faster than before. In spite of these improvements, the weight and dimensions of the engine are unchanged. Consequently, its power-to-weight ratio has been improved to 2.33 kg/kW. In common with all mtu yacht engines, the new 16V 2000 meets all IMO exhaust emissions requirements.

Market and technological leader in its class

The mtu 16V 2000 is already the market and technological leader and has a global market share of 90 percent in its class. In the yachts sector, the 16-cylinder is the most successful of the 2000 Series range.

An important role in that success has been played by the engine's innovative technology. Electronic systems control and monitor all engine functions and provide the facility for integration of the unit into a comprehensive propulsion system control concept. The interface allows it to be linked up easily to the mtu "Blue Line" and "MCS-5" monitoring and control systems. The new version of the engine also retains the "split-circuit" cooling system, an "intelligent cooling system" which not only efficiently cools the engine at high speeds, it also heats up the oil, engine coolant and combustion air at low temperatures and when the engine is running at low speeds.

The sequential turbocharger system, which allows one of the turbochargers to be switched in and out while the engine is running, has also been kept.

With the more powerful engine, mtu is aiming not only to further consolidate its outstanding market position but also to offer shipbuilders new design options. For example, a twin-engine system using the new version of the 16V 2000 can now be used where previously a triple-engine configuration was required. And by comparison, a 4110-hp triple-engine system based on the 12V 2000 would weigh 10 tonnes whereas a space-saving 4000 hp 16V 2000 combination weighs only 8 tonnes.