- The Wartsila-Sulzer RTA96-C turbocharged two-stroke diesel engine is the most powerful and most efficient prime-mover in the world today.
- It is available in 6 through 14 cylinder versions, all are inline engines.
- These specially were designed primarily for very large container ships.
- The cylinder bore is under 38" and the stroke is just over 98".
- Each cylinder displaces 111,143 cubic inches (1820 liters) and produces 7780 horsepower.
- At maximum economy the engine exceeds 50% thermal efficiency.
That is, more than 50% of the energy in the fuel in converted to motion.
Some Facts OnThe 14 Cylinder Version
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Total weight:
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2300 tons (The crankshaft
alone weighs 300 tons.)
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Length:
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89 feet
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Height:
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44 feet
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Maximum power:
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108,920 hp at 102 rpm
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Maximum torque:
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5,608,312 lb/ft at
102rpm
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