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Cat® C7.1 Commercial Propulsion

Responsive Power for Demanding Workboat Operations

The Cat® C7.1 commercial propulsion engine delivers responsive, efficient power for commercial vessels operating in demanding conditions. With ratings from 280 to 425 bhp (209 to 317 bkW) at 2300 to 2700 rpm, its compact inline-six configuration supports a range of applications, including tugs, crew boats, push boats and fishing vessels.

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Benefits

Responsive Workboat Performance

Flexible Installation Options

Maintenance Designed Around Uptime

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  • Dimensions & Weights
    Dry Weight
    1676 lb
    Height
    34.5 in
    Length
    43.1 in
    Width
    31.4 in
  • Engine Specifications
    Application
    Workboat
    Aspiration
    Turbocharged-aftercooled
    Bore
    4.13 in
    Configuration
    In-line 6, 4-stroke-cycle diesel
    Cooling
    Heat exchange or keel cooled
    Displacement
    428 in³
    Emissions
    U.S. EPA Tier 3, IMO II, RCD II, China II
    Flywheel Housing
    SAE No. 03
    Governor
    Electronic (A5E2 V2 ECM)
    Oil Change Interval
    500 hrs
    Refill Capacity
    20 L (5.3 gal)
    Rotation
    Counterclockwise from the flywheel end
    Speed Range
    2300 - 2700 rpm
    Stroke
    5.31 in
  • Power Rating
    Power Range
    280 bhp - 425 bhp (209 bkW - 317 bkW)
General
  • Marine Classification Society (MCS) Approval
Water-cooled turbocharger and exhaust manifold
Vibration damper and guard
Starter motors – 12V or 24V
Integral engine oil cooler
Closed crankcase ventilation system
Fuel cooler (optional)
Gear-driven seawater pump (rubber impeller)
Common rail fuel system
Self-tensioning multi-vee alternator drive belt
Electric fuel priming pump
Corrosion-resistant sea water aftercooler
Fin and tube-type jacket water heat exchanger
Front and rear engine mounting brackets
Fuel System
  • SOLAS double wall high-pressure fuel lines
General
  • Engine-mounted secondary alternator - 24V 55 amp or 12V 100 amp
  • Analogue gauge displays
  • Glow plugs
  • Mechanical throttle converter for repower
Cooling System
  • Transmission gear oil cooler (engine mounted)
  • Jacket water heater
  • Cabin heater (calorifier) connections
Exhaust System
  • Various 5" and 6" water cooled exhaust elbow configurations
Lube System
  • Right-hand and high-level left-hand oil dipsticks