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DSEI: CURRENT mtu PROJECTS WITH BRITISH ARMY AND ROYAL NAVY AT THE CENTRE OF ATTENTION

Posted on September 15, 2015

Rolls-Royce brand mtu will be showcasing its expertise as a systems partner for land-based and naval forces at the DSEI defence and security exhibition in London from 15 to 18 September 2015 (booth S7-210).

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The future Scout SV armoured fighting vehicles of the British Army will be powered by mtu 8V 199 TE21 engines. These engines each have a power output of 600 kilowatts and are the most powerful engines of the series. Das künftige Kampffahrzeug Scout SV der Britischen Armee wird von mtu-Motoren des Typs 8V 199 TE21 angetrieben. Diese mtu-Motoren haben eine Leistung von 600 Kilowatt und sind damit die leistungsstärksten Motoren dieser Baureihe. JPG, 1 MB

mtu Series 4000 engines are high-performance engines that are in service with many navies worldwide as main propulsion and on-board power generation solution. With either 8, 12, 16 or 20 cylinders the engines of Series 4000 cover a power range of 746 kW to 4300 kW. Engines of the type 20 V 4000 M53B are part of the propulsion concept of the Royal Navy s future Type 26 vessels. Die mtu-Motoren der Baureihe 4000 sind Hochleistungsmotoren, die bei zahlreichen Marinen weltweit als Hauptantrieb und Bordstromerzeuger im Einsatz sind. Mit 8, 12, 16 oder 20 Zylindern decken die Motoren der Baureihe 4000 einen Leistungsbereich von 746 bis 4300 kW ab. Motoren des Typs 20V 4000 M53B sind Teil des geplanten Antriebssystems für die zukünftigen Type-26-Schiffen der Royal Navy. JPG, 770 KB

As part of the Royal Navy s vessel life extension program the Type 23 frigates will be equipped with four new mtu 12V 4000 M53B diesel gensets. Pictured: Diesel genset based on an mtu engine of the same type. Im Rahmen einer Modernisierung erhalten die Type-23-Fregatten der Royal Navy jeweils vier neue Dieselaggregate mit Motoren des Typs mtu 12V 4000 M53B. Im Bild: Dieselaggregat auf Basis eines mtu-Motors dieses Typs. JPG, 1 MB

At the heart of the Puma Infantry Fighting Vehicle s Powerpack is an mtu type 10V 890 diesel engine with a rated output of 800 kW (1,088 hp) at 3,800 rpm. It is characterized by its high power density and particularly compact design. Along with the engine, the Powerpack also includes the gearbox, the starter/generator and the cooling and air-filter systems. Herzstück des Powerpacks des Schützenpanzers Puma ist ein mtu-Dieselmotor des Typs 10V 890 mit einer Nennleistung von 800 kW (1.088 hp) bei 3.800 min-1. Er zeichnet sich durch seine hohe Leistungsdichte und die besonders kompakte Bauweise aus. Das Powerpack umfasst neben dem Motor auch das Getriebe, den Startergenerator und die Kühl- und Luftfilteranlage. JPG, 2 MB

The power-to-weight ratio of mtu s Series 890 is absolutely unique in this type of application. Light engine weight and small engine volume ensure exceptional flexibility in terms of integration into existing and new engine spaces and make the power unit an interesting proposition for further vehicle projects of the future. Die hohe Leistungsdichte der mtu-Baureihe 890 ist einzigartig in dieser Anwendung. Das geringe Gewicht und Volumen des Motors gewährleisten eine außergewöhnliche Flexibilität bei der Integration in Bauräume und machen den Motor der Baureihe 890 interessant für Fahrzeugprojekte der Zukunft. JPG, 5 MB

Diesel Genset for Submarines mtu is currently developing an advanced diesel genset for submarines based on Series 4000 engines. The unit produces 1,300 kW and is scheduled to become available in 2016. Dieselaggregat für U-Boote mtu entwickelt derzeit ein Dieselaggregat für U-Boote auf Basis der Baureihe 4000. Es leistet 1.300 kW und soll im Jahr 2016 verfügbar sein. JPG, 5 MB

mtu-CODAG-Antriebssystem Als Systempartner entwickelt und liefert mtu auch komplette Antriebssysteme für Marine- und Behördenschiffe. Kombinierte Antriebssysteme aus Dieselmotoren und Gasturbinen (im Bild: mtu CODAG-Anlage) verbinden die Vorteile beider Antriebssysteme: Bei Langstreckenfahrten oder bei niedrigen Geschwindigkeiten laufen allein die Antriebsdiesel, während für Höchstgeschwindigkeiten die Gasturbine zugeschaltet werden kann. mtu CODAG Propulsion System As system partner, mtu also develops and delivers complete propulsion systems. Combined diesel engine and gas turbine propulsion systems combine the benefits of both propulsion systems (pictured: mtu CODAG system): for long-distance cruising or when traveling at low speed, the propulsion diesel engine only is used, whereas for high-speeds, the gas turbine can be added. JPG, 341 KB

Automationssystem mtu Callosum Das Automationssystem mtu Callosum ist eines der modernsten Überwachungs- und Steuersysteme für Marineschiffe weltweit. Callosum bündelt Erfassung, Verknüpfung und Visualisierung von Informationen in einem bedienerfreundlichen System. Automation System mtu Callosum The automation system Callosum is one of the most advanced monitoring and control systems for naval vessels worldwide. Callosum combines acquisition, interconnection and visualization of data in a user-friendly system. JPG, 464 KB

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  • 8V 199 TE21 engine for new British Scout SV vehicle
  • Series 4000 engines for Royal Navy frigates
  • Comprehensive drive portfolio for land vehicles and naval vessels

FRIEDRICHSHAFEN / LONDON – Rolls-Royce brand mtu will be showcasing its expertise as a systems partner for land-based and naval forces at the DSEI defence and security exhibition in London from 15 to 18 September 2015 (booth S7-210). Attention at this leading international event will focus primarily on three projects with the UK armed forces currently being conducted by mtu. The company is to supply engines both for the British Army’s new Scout SV fighting vehicle and for the Royal Navy’s Type 23 frigates. mtu engines are also expected to be used in the Type 23’s successor, the future Type 26 Global Combat Ship. The engines for all three projects and the entire mtu portfolio for drive and propulsion solutions will be showcased at the booth. The mtu brand is part of Rolls-Royce Power Systems within the Land & Sea division of Rolls-Royce.

The presentation will include a scale model of the Type 8V 199 TE21 engine to be used in the future Scout SV fighting vehicle. The unit is the most powerful in this engine series, setting the benchmark in its performance class. The outstanding power and reliability delivered by Series 199 engines have already been convincingly demonstrated in infantry fighting vehicles such the ULAN (Austria) and Pizarro (Spain) as well as in the Boxer infantry fighting vehicle (Germany, Netherlands). mtu is to start deliveries of 589 engines for the Scout SV from 2016.

The exhibition will also include a scale model of a 20-cylinder mtu Series 4000 naval engine. Units of this series form the basis for the 48 diesel gensets that mtu will be supplying for twelve British Duke Class (Type 23) frigates as part of the Royal Navy’s vessel life extension program from 2016 on. The Type 12V 4000 M53B engines concerned each produce 1650 kW. The gensets feature outstanding shock and acoustic characteristics. Four mtu diesel gensets are also planned for the propulsion and on-board power generation systems on each of the Royal Navy’s future Type 26 frigates. The drive concept foresees the use of mtu Type 20V 4000 M53B engines. Rolls-Royce and mtu have worked jointly to design the combined diesel engine / gas-turbine (CODELOG) propulsion system. The same engines are also in service in the German Navy’s new Type F125 frigates.

The mtu product portfolio for the governmental sector encompasses engines for land-based defence vehicles in the 160 kW to 2,016 kW range as well as engines producing from 269 kW to 10,000 kW for naval applications. mtu engines are in service worldwide in cutting-edge vehicles including infantry fighting vehicles, mine-clearing vehicles and armoured recovery vehicles as well as in vessels ranging from frigates and mine-sweepers to submarines, including the Royal Navy’s Astute Class vessels.

An actual drive unit from the new German Puma infantry fighting vehicle will also be on show. The unit is an mtu Powerpack based on an mtu Type 10V 890 engine which delivers 800 kW of power to take the Puma to speeds of up to 70 kph. The unit’s high power density is unique in this application and its light weight and compact volume ensure outstanding flexibility for integration in available installation spaces, making Series 890 engines an interesting proposition for future projects.     

At DSEI, mtu will also be presenting a model of its advanced-design, Series 4000-based diesel genset for submarines. The unit, which will generate 1,300 kW, is currently under development and is expected to be available in 2016. It allows full exploitation of the potential offered by Li-ion battery technology as well as facilitating significant charging cycle reductions. The new genset also offers decreased fuel consumption which increases the vessels’ range with the same size fuel tank.

As a systems provider, mtu is also able to develop and supply propulsion solutions which include ship automation systems. The exhibition stand will include a model of a vessel with a propulsion system developed by mtu and incorporating a combination of diesel engines and gas turbines for maximum operational efficiency and flexibility (Combined Diesel and Gas Turbine – CODAG). On the stand, the system is exhibited in conjunction with Callosum, the latest, user-friendly automation system developed by mtu. Callosum allows monitoring and optimized control of the vessel’s propulsion system as well as all on-board ship systems and since 2008, it has proved its effectiveness in demanding operational assignments with numerous navies and coast guard authorities.
Wolfgang Boller Spokesman Regional and Business Media
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