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C9.3 Marine Auxiliary Engine

Model C9.3 Auxiliary Engine

Inline 6-cylinder 9.3 L turbocharged-aftercooled marine auxiliary diesel, 218-325 bkW at 1500/1800 rpm, common rail, IMO II, IMO III with SCR, U.S. EPA Tier 3 and China Stage II; certified by all marine classification societies.

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Description

The Cat C9.3 Marine Auxiliary Engine is an inline 6-cylinder, 4-stroke diesel for marine generator and auxiliary drive applications. Electronic control gives strong low-speed torque and throttle response while maintaining fuel efficiency, and a common rail fuel system supports optimum combustion and low emissions.

Key features

  • Electronic control system and common rail fuel system
  • Right- or left-hand service locations for fuel and oil filters and dipstick
  • Compatible with Cat displays; optional remote display panel with start, stop and diagnostics
  • 12 V or 24 V electrical system
  • Certified by all marine classification societies
  • SCR technology for IMO III compliance

Technical data

  • Power range: 218-325 bkW
  • Frequency / speed: 50/60 Hz, 1500/1800 rpm
  • Displacement: 9.3 L (567.5 in³); bore 115 mm, stroke 149 mm
  • Emissions: IMO II, IMO III, U.S. EPA Tier 3, China Stage II
  • Cooling: heat exchanger, separate or combined keel cooled
  • Flywheel housing: SAE No. 1 (113 teeth)
  • Lube oil refill with filter: 24.5 L (6.5 gal); oil change interval 500 h
  • Dimensions: 1,452 x 978 x 1,093 mm (L x W x H)

Optional equipment

Electric fuel priming pump, fuel cooler, transmission oil cooler, sensor packages, alternators (24 V 70 or 105 A, 12 V 110 A), 12 V or 24 V starters, air starter or dual electric/air starting, instrument panels, PTO drives (V-belt pulley stack, stub shaft), double-wall fuel rail, duplex fuel and oil filters, closed crankcase ventilation.

Specifications

EmissionsIMO II, IMO III, U.S. EPA Tier 3, China Stage II IMO II, IMO III, U.S. EPA Tier 3, China Stage II
Rated Engine Speed1500 / 1800 rpm 1500 / 1800 rpm
Bore4.5 in 115 mm
Stroke5.8 in 149 mm
AspirationTurbocharged - Aftercooled Turbocharged - Aftercooled
Displacement567.5 in³ 9.3 l
CoolingHeat exchanger and separate or combined keel cooled options Heat exchanger and separate or combined keel cooled options
Rotation from Flywheel EndCounterclockwise Counterclockwise
ConfigurationIn-Line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel In-Line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Oil Change Interval500 hours 500 hours
GovernorElectronic Electronic
Flywheel HousingSAE No. 1 (113 teeth) SAE No. 1 (113 teeth)
Refill CapacityLube Oil System w/oil filter change: 24.5 L (6.5 gal) Lube Oil System w/oil filter change: 24.5 L (6.5 gal)
Width - Engine38.5 in 978 mm
Height43 in 1093 mm
Length - Engine57.2 in 1452 mm
Engine Dry Weight - Approximate2083 - 2474 2083 - 2474
Power Range218 bkW - 325 bkW
Frequency50 / 60

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