MERCURY MARINE UNVEILS NEW LINE OF DIESEL ENGINES THAT IMPROVE PERFORMANCE IN THE MID-RANGE

Mercury Marine New-Diesel Line

August 14, 2018

Mercury Marine, the world leader in marine propulsion and technology, has introduced at the Sydney Boat Show, a new line of 3.0-liter diesel engines for sterndrive, inboard and water-jet applications, available in 150hp, 230hp and 270hp. Engineered, developed and tested over the past three years, these new engines will lead their class in several key attributes: acceleration; reliability; ease of installation and maintenance; and mitigation of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).  (In Europe, the 150hp engine node and ratings were specifically designed for Venice taxis and will be available at a later date.)

“We are excited to offer our customers a product line that they can use to satisfy the market demand for diesel power in these key horsepower categories,” said Kris Neff, Mercury Marine, vice president of global category management and strategic planning. “There is an active segment of the boating market that require the impressive low-end torque and exceptional durability of our diesel engines, and these new engines enhance our already class-leading portfolio of diesel propulsion systems.”

This new line of engines continues Mercury’s development of diesel power complying with Tier 3 emissions standards, which aim to reduce diesel engines’ effects on the environment.

Significantly, these engines are fully compatible with Mercury SmartCraft technologies, giving users instant access to a broad array of engine-related information and measurements, as well as maintenance alerts and troubleshooting guidance. They also integrate with Mercury’s Joystick Piloting for Inboards (JPI) and Joystick Piloting for Sterndrives (JPS), giving the boater enhanced maneuvering control.

“We took an all-new approach to our diesel-engine design for these horsepower categories, focusing on consumer priorities in the global marketplace,” said Reinhard Burk, senior director of global sterndrive and inboard categories. “These new FCA-based engines satisfy consumer demand for diesel power that is easy to install, configure, and control; making boating easy and intuitive.”

The engine uses a new water-cooled, variable-geometry turbocharger and common-rail fuel delivery to provide exceptional performance and substantial improvements in acceleration and top speeds.

Mercury subjected these engines to intensive testing including “accelerated life” tests that exposed the engines to greater rigors than those that any customer would experience under normal operation. “They’re extremely reliable and durable,” Burk said. “And because they’re integrated into Mercury’s global service network, consumers will be able to easily arrange service and repairs.”

Log on to Mercury’s digital asset manager for more details regarding features, benefits, and specifications, see Mercury’s information sheets for these engines.

Mercury’s all-new 3.0-lieter diesel engine will be on display at the following boat shows in 2018:

August: Sydney, Australia

September: Genoa, Italy

October: IBEX (Tampa, Florida)

November: Ft. Lauderdale, METS (Amsterdam)

December: Paris, France

Related Posts





Vote for Dorothy, BC’s Iconic Sailing Yacht, in the Classic Boat Awards 2024

CMRA

You are invited to support an historic, recently restored and refitted BC sailboat, Dorothy, by voting for her in a contest, the Classic Boat Awards 2024, run by the UK’s prestigious Classic Boat Magazine. The Maritime Museum of BC (MMBC), owner of this sleek, wooden vessel built in 1897, believes she’s the oldest sailboat in Canada. As she isn’t the only classic yacht in the running, you’re urged to go online and vote for her in the category of Restored Sailing Vessel under 40ft.

Read More




Need to Catch up on News This Week?

Every Tuesday we publish a fresh Digest with informative articles pertaining to the Canadian boating and marine industry. Stay up to date with the latest products, research and industry developments.

Missed an Issue of Boating Industry Canada News Week? If you’re looking for a specific issue, or simply want to catch up on previous issues, check out our Boating Industry Canada News Week Archives.

Not signed up for News Week? Subscribe here.



Even more BALIs at BALI

CATANA GROUP launches its 14th BALI CATAMARANS model, the BALI 5.8, for the brand’s 10th anniversary! Always bigger, always more powerful, always more… BALI!

This time, the new BALI 5.8 is completing the range from the top down.

Read More


Water heater offers dynamic heat source choices

Hubbell-Marine Stainless steel outlet covers
Hubbell-Marine Stainless steel outlet covers

After a long day on the water, having ample supplies of hot water for multiple showers and meal preparation is a welcome luxury. The 1700 Series Marine Water Heater from Raritan Engineering was created specifically for marine use. With a proven long-life design, it’s available with a 115V AC or 240V AC heating element, and the option to include an innovative heat exchanger that uses the vessel’s hot engine coolant.

Read More