6CT/6CTA8.3 for Marine

Power

164 - 270 hp 122 - 201 kW

Torque

lb-ft 0 N•m

Product Availability

Africa Middle East, Asia Pacific, Europe, India, Latin America, North America

Applications

Marine
Marine - Commercial
Marine - Auxiliary Engines
Marine - Recreational

122-201 kW | 164-270 hp

  • Proven legacy in tough commercial marine environments, hard earned over the last 25 years
  • Ideal solution for emergency or ship service power, power units, fire pumps and hydraulic units
  • IMO Tier I certified and many ratings are also IMO Tier II certified
  • Covered by a comprehensive one year warranty and backed by Cummins global service network
  • Built at Darlington Engine Plant in Darlington, U.K.

Features & Benefits

Engine Design: Robust in-line six cylinder designed for high hour marine applications. Single piece crossflow cylinder head for maximum durability and optimized combustion. Replaceable wet cylinders for longer life and lower rebuild cost

Fuel System: Bosch in-line fuel pump operates at high injection pressures for cleaner combustion and lower emissions

Cooling System: Single loop keel cooling or engine mounted heat exchanger available for simplified installation. Optional fan drive for radiator applications

Exhaust System: SOLAS compliant, wet exhaust manifold with shielding or water cooled design available for lower engine surface temperatures and improved emissions

Air System: Cummins turbocharger optimized for marine applications with wastegate for exceptional transient response. Marine grade air filter

Lubrication System: Standard capacity (18.9 L [20 qt.]) marine grade oil pan. Spin-on Cummins filters available

Certifications: Complies with IMO Tier II emissions regulations. Certificates of compliance are available from Lloyd’s Register of Shipping. Consult your local Cummins professional for a complete listing of current marine agency approvals for this engine

Optional Equipment

  • SAE A accessory drive
  • Electronic governor available
Specifications
Configuration In-line, 6 cylinder, 4-stroke diesel
Aspiration Turbocharged (6CT) or Turbocharged / Aftercooled (6CTA)
Displacement 8.3 L (504.5 in3)
Bore & Stroke 114 x 135 mm (4.49 x 5.32 in)
Rotation Counterclockwise facing flywheel
Fuel System Inline Injection Pump

 

Product Dimensions and Weight 

 

Overall Length

mm (in)

1182

(47)

 

Length of Block

mm (in)

 

 

 

Overall Width

mm (in)

710

(28)

 

Overall Height

mm (in)

1137

(45)

 

Overall Weight

kg (lb)

684

(1505)

6CT

   

702

(1545)

6CTA

Dimensions may vary based on selected engine configuration.

 

 

 

 

 



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Ratings

Marine Auxiliary Engines (Fixed Speed Ratings)

Model

kW

MHP

BHP

Speed (RPM)

Rating

Emissions

6CT8.3-DM

122

166

164

1500 (50 Hz)

Prime Power

IMO 1

6CT8.3-DM

140

191

188

1800 (60 Hz)

Prime Power

IMO 1

6CTA8.3-DM

163

222

219

1500 (50 Hz)

Prime Power

IMO 1

6CTA8.3-DM

164

223

220

1500 (50 Hz)

Prime Power

IMO 1

6CTA8.3-DM

180

245

242

1800 (60 Hz)

Prime Power

IMO 1

6CTA8.3-DM

188

256

252

1800 (60 Hz)

Prime Power

IMO 1

6CTA8.3-DM

201

274

270

1800 (60 Hz)

Prime Power

IMO 2

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