Engine Volvo D16G540

Engine Volvo D16G540

The Volvo D16G540 engine is a 16.1 liter, 6-cylinder in-line diesel engine equipped with a turbocharger and intercooler. Engine power 540 hp. The engine complies with the EU requirements for the level of toxicity of exhaust gases of the Euro 5 standard.

D16G540 is designed for heavy freight transport. It is based on a robust and reliable design with an overhead camshaft, four valves per cylinder and a precision electronic fuel injection system. Thanks to its very high power, the Volvo D16G 540 engine delivers maximum torque over a wide rpm range, guaranteeing excellent handling even in hilly terrain. And the high torque at low revs provides excellent traction performance.

Specifications

Also called D16G540, EU5SCR-M
Maximum output power 540 hp (397 kW) at 1450-1900 rpm
Max revs 2000 rpm
Max torque output 2650 Nm / 1000-1450 rpm
Number of cylinders 6
Cylinder bore 144 mm
Piston stroke 165 mm
Displacement 16,1 dm3
Compression ratio 16.8:1
Braking action of the mountain brake 230 kW at 2200 rpm
Engine brake power (VEB+) 425 kW at 2200 rpm
Economy revs 1000-1500 rpm
Optimal revs 1150-1300 rpm
Oil change volume including oil filter ~42 liters
Oil filters 2 full-flow, 1 bypass
Cooling, overall volume ~48 liters
Dry weight (base engine) ~1325 kg

Engine Volvo D16G540The D16 G540 engine is a low noise and low emission engine. Thanks to the additional aftertreatment of the exhaust gases using Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technology, the engine complies with Euro 5. In addition, the D16G540 can be equipped with a VEB + engine brake (Volvo Engine Brake). This system provides high braking torque, which further enhances safety and reduces wear on the wheel brakes.

Engine Strengths

  • maximum torque over a wide engine speed range;
  • silent engine operation;
  • economy;
  • low emissions, Euro 5 compliant;
  • oil change every 100,000 km or once a year when using VDS4 oil;
  • very high braking force when used with VEB + engine brake (optional);
  • closed crankcase ventilation (optional).

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