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6LT Series

6LT Series Common Rail Engine

6LT500

500 mhp
367 kW
2530 rpm

6LT580

580 mhp
 426 kW
2530 rpm

6LT640

640 mhp
 470 kW
2530 rpm

Features

  • Suitable for large superyacht tenders, planing and semi-planing motor yachts up to 55ft, as well as fast boats, and light-duty commercial vessels such as workboats, RIBs, fast rescue boats, and coast guard/military craft
  • High power, low weight, and compact installation creating a high power density of 74 mhp/L liter for the 640 mhp model
  • Controlled by YANMAR VC20 Vessel Control System
  • Complements the largest common rail recreational and light-duty commercial diesel engine line-up on the market
  • Exceeds EPA Tier 3 and EU RCD Stage 2 emissions regulations

Compact And Powerful

Expanding YANMAR’s renowned common rail range up to an output high of 640 mhp, the 6LT is a compact and light-weight diesel engine that is an ideal solution for planing and semi-planing hulls, and fast boats, with inboard propulsion systems, suiting a range of recreational and light-duty commercial applications.

The powerful 3-model line-up, offering similar benefits to the sister 6LF powerboat series, adds higher horsepower engines to the YANMAR brand portfolio, creating the largest common rail, electronically-managed marine diesel line-up in the industry.

The 6LT series features YANMAR’s next-generation VC20 vessel control system for enhanced onboard comfort and an easier overall boating experience.

Meeting EPA Tier 3 and EU RCD Stage 2 emissions regulations, the 6LT offers leading fuel economy and also provides a wide range of fuel compatibility to meet requirements for various government service applications.

The 6LT has been customized with YANMAR’s proprietary fuel mapping and a larger mixing elbow for reliable and consistent output performance. It is custom engineered to offer direct connectivity to NMEA and J1939 CAN-bus networks.

Available as a complete package, the engine comes available with a number of standard and optional features, including single- and 2-pole installation, various ZF gears, and custom secondary alternator options to meet nearly any complex application.

Details

  • Available in 3 output models – 500, 580, 640 mhp
  • A proven solution for jet and shaft drives
  • Controlled electronically by YANMAR VC20 Vessel Control System, for 3 engines with up to 4 stations
  • Custom YANMAR fuel mapping and mixing elbow & bracket for reliable performance output
  • Custom YANMAR gearbox configuration to reduce vibration and increase efficiency
  • Custom engine packaging for efficient installation
  • Certified for recreational and light-duty commercial applications*
  • See all certifications details[JR1] 

*Please note, the 6LT640 is not EPA Commercial certified.

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