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BUKH DV RME lifeboat diesel engines
Keel-cooled 2- and 3-cylinder 4-stroke marine diesel engines of 24-48 HP for lifeboats, with reverse-reduction gear and six SOLAS-approved starting options.
Description
The BUKH DV RME series are lifeboat diesel engines designed and built as genuine marine engines rather than marinized industrial engines. Rotating counterweights balance the engine to neutralize vibration, and RME engines have automatic fuel control that matches fuel to load. An open flywheel allows six SOLAS-approved starting systems combining electric, hand, spring and hydraulic start.
Key features
- Outputs from 24 HP (17.6 kW) to 48 HP (35.3 kW)
- DV24/DV29/DV32: 2 cylinders, 964 cm3; DV36/DV48: 3 cylinders, 1447 cm3
- Reverse-reduction gear 3:1 (2.5:1 optional)
- Keel-cooling with thermostat, wet sump lubrication, charging alternator
- Remote operating panel, up-side-down valve, decompression lever, centrifugal governor
- Options: spray pump for fire-protected lifeboats (can run dry), 3-blade propeller, propeller shaft and sterntube
Applications
Propulsion for SOLAS lifeboats, including fire-protected lifeboats.
Specifications
| DV24 RME output | 24 HP (17.6 kW) at 60 rps (3600 rpm) |
|---|---|
| DV29 RME output | 29 HP (21.3 kW) at 60 rps (3600 rpm) |
| DV32 RME output | 32 HP (23.5 kW) |
| DV36 RME output | 36 HP (26.5 kW) |
| DV48 RME output | 48 HP (35.3 kW) |
| Bore and stroke (DV24/DV29) | 85x85 mm (3.35x3.35 in) |
| Cycle | 4-stroke |
| Cooling system (standard) | Keel-cooling |
| Reverse-reduction gear ratio | 3:1 / 2.5:1 (optional) |
| Net weight (DV24/DV29) | 223 kg (492 lbs) |
| Exhaust temperature | 580°C |
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