VETUS VD6.170 170HP Marine Diesel Propulsion Engine

Description

Using common rail direct injection and an intercooled turbocharger, the VETUS VD6.170 integrates a 3.2L inline six-cylinder platform rated at 170 hp and 4,000 rpm. Its supplied 12V 120-amp alternator, NMEA 2000 output capability, and VETUS CAN-bus CANV20 control lines define important electrical and control-system integration points. Indirect fresh-water cooling through a seawater heat exchanger forms the documented thermal-management arrangement.

The supplied bobtail dry weight is 750 pounds, and fuel requirements include EN 590 or ASTM D975 No. 2-D diesel. EU RCD 2 compliance is listed in the supplied specification. Application data identifies primary shaft-line inboard propulsion for specified family cruisers, semi-displacement hulls, river taxi crafts, and luxury steel-hull canal boats between 28 and 45 feet.

Key Specifications of the VETUS VD6.170 Marine Diesel Engine

• The 3.2L inline six-cylinder engine produces 170 hp at 4,000 rpm through turbocharged and intercooled common rail diesel operation.
• Common rail direct injection defines the supplied fuel-system configuration for the stated EN 590 or ASTM D975 No. 2-D requirement.
• NMEA 2000 output capability supports documented digital data integration within a compatible vessel electronics installation package.
• VETUS CAN-bus CANV20 control lines require compatible control-system planning for the completed propulsion configuration.
• A 12V 120-amp alternator provides the stated charging output for the listed engine electrical-system configuration.
• Indirect fresh-water cooling uses a seawater heat exchanger within the documented intercooled engine thermal-management arrangement.
• The 750-pound bobtail dry weight requires engine-bed and handling planning before selecting the completed shaft-line propulsion installation.

Engine Configuration and Service Access

This VETUS marine diesel engine uses 85 by 94 mm bore and stroke dimensions in a vertical inline six-cylinder, four-stroke layout. The turbocharger, intercooler, common rail components, seawater heat exchanger, alternator, and CAN-bus connections should remain accessible after installation.

The supplied application data identifies primary shaft-line inboard propulsion for specified vessels between 28 and 45 feet. Final vessel suitability depends on the completed shaft, gearbox, propeller, engine mounts, controls, fuel system, cooling arrangement, and professional installation design.

Why Choose the VETUS VD6.170 Marine Diesel Engine

The VD6.170 marine diesel engine combines 170 hp at 4,000 rpm with turbocharging, intercooling, and common rail injection in a 3.2L inline six-cylinder layout. Buyers can assess its NMEA 2000 output, VETUS CAN-bus controls, 12V 120-amp alternator, and seawater heat-exchanger cooling. The supplied 750-pound bobtail weight and stated shaft-line application data provide additional propulsion-system planning context.

Installation and Compatibility Considerations

Confirm that the vessel supports the supplied 750-pound bobtail dry weight and intended shaft-line propulsion configuration. Plan engine mounts, gearbox selection, shaft alignment, propeller matching, fuel supply, seawater intake, exhaust routing, NMEA 2000 connections, CAN-bus controls, 12V wiring, ventilation, and service access before installation.

Use fuel meeting EN 590 or ASTM D975 No. 2-D requirements. Verify the completed propulsion package against the intended hull and allow access to turbocharging, intercooling, fuel injection, cooling, control, electrical, and shaft-line service components.

Warranty and Support

Warranty coverage should be confirmed against the current VETUS warranty policy applicable to the exact engine, purchase market, installation, and operating use. Mulmarine.com provides product-information support before purchase and assistance with order-related questions. Review warranty eligibility and current coverage details on Mulmarine.com before placing your order.

Before Ordering the VETUS VD6.170 Marine Diesel Engine

Before ordering, verify engine-bed dimensions, structural capacity for the supplied 750-pound bobtail dry weight, shaft-line gearbox compatibility, propeller matching, NMEA 2000 and CAN-bus control requirements, fuel supply, seawater intake, exhaust routing, 12V wiring, ventilation, hull suitability, shaft alignment, and professional installation planning.