Volvo Penta V8 marine gas sterndrive engines

01.09.2015 nauCAT
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Volvo Penta V8 marine gas sterndrive engines
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Producer: Volvo Penta (SE)

Volvo Penta unveiled its new family of next-generation 5.3L V8 gasoline engines for the marine sterndrive market in a press preview at the company’s Test Center in Suffolk, Va. 

Volvo Penta’s new marine engines are based on General Motors’ Gen V platform. These next-generation engines introduce technical features never before offered in a marine V8 gas engine, including:

• Industry-first direct fuel injection, which contributes to better low-end torque and fuel efficiency;
• Lightweight all-aluminum block for an improved power-to-weight ratio;
• Standard closed cooling for more consistent internal temperature, longer life with no internal parts exposed to raw or saltwater;
• Industry-first wideband oxygen sensors optimizing the engine for varying fuel quality and reducing carbon monoxide emissions by 95 percent;
• Variable Valve Timing, which optimizes torque throughout the full acceleration range; and
• Standardization across full product line of marine gas engines with common parts and service points to reduce the number of parts dealers need to carry and simplify service and maintenance.

The new V8 engines will make their formal industry debut at IBEX 2015, joining Volvo Penta’s lineup of 4.3L Gen V engines offered in the 200, 240 and 280 horsepower range. They are all backed by Volvo Penta’s industry-leading warranty and customer support.

Photo: Volvo Penta

 

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