C7.1

C7.1 High Performance Propulsion Engine

The C7.1 marine propulsion engine is ideal for recreational boating applications, specifically smaller vessels and motoryachts ranging from 25 -60 feet in size. The engine features a common rail fuel system enabling optimum combustion and low emissions. The engines provide noticeably quiet operation due to reduced combustion noise through advanced electronic control. Additionally, no visible smoke is emitted from the C7.1 engines during operation.

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Specifications

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Power Rangetext400 - 500 bhp (298 - 373 bkW)
Speed Rangetext2900 rpm
Rotation from Flywheel EndtextCounterclockwise

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C7.1 Marine High Performance Engine Spec Sheet (298 - 373 bkW)

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Features & Benefits

Key Features & Benefits
  • Common rail fuel system enables optimum combustion and low emissions
  • Reduced combustion noise through advanced electronic control
  • 12V or 24V electrical system
  • Compatible with Cat® displays and electronics
  • Closed crankcase ventilation system improves engine room cleanliness
  • Gear-driven jacket water pump and sea water pump for superior reliability
  • Maintenance free valve train with hydraulic valve lash adjusters
  • Self-priming fuel system ensures a smooth start every time

Complete Specifications

Ratings

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
Power Rangetext400 - 500 bhp (298 - 373 bkW)
Speed Rangetext2900 rpm
Rotation from Flywheel EndtextCounterclockwise
Boremeasurement4.13in105mm
Strokemeasurement5.31in135mm
AspirationtextTurbocharged - Aftercooled
Displacementmeasurement428in³7.01l
ConfigurationtextIn-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
EmissionstextIMO II, U.S. EPA Tier 3, RCD II, China II
Width - Enginemeasurement31.4in798mm
Heightmeasurement34.5in876mm
Engine Dry Weight - Approximatemeasurement1676lb760kg
Length - Enginemeasurement43.1in1095mm

Standard Equipment

Exhaust System

  • Water cooled turbocharger and exhaust manifold

Fuel System

  • Common rail fuel system
  • Fuel cooler
  • Electric fuel priming pump

Cooling System

  • Corrosion resistant sea water aftercooler
  • Gear driven sea water pump (rubber impeller)
  • Fin and tube type jacket water heat exchanger

Starting System

  • Starter motors - 12V or 24V

General

  • Closed crankcase ventilation system
  • Integral engine oil cooler
  • Vibration damper and guard
  • Self-tensioning multi-vee alternator drive belt

Mounting System

  • Front and rear engine mounting brackets

Optional Equipment

OPTIONAL ATTACHEMENTS

  • Transmission gear oil cooler (engine mounted)

General

  • Alternators - 24V 140 amp - 12V 175 amp
  • Instrument Panels
  • Glow plugs
  • Primary fuel filter/water separator (remote mount)
  • Selection of factory-fitted marine transmissions and oil hoses
  • Triple groove PTO pulley (crankshaft mounted)
  • Flexible fuel hoses

Cooling System

  • Jacket water heater
  • Cabin heater (calorifier) connections

Exhaust System

  • 6" water cooled exhaust elbow

Mounting System

  • Isolation mounts

Lube System

  • Right-hand and high level left hand oil dipsticks

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