Celebrating 25 years of mtu Series 8000

Our Series 8000 has been at the forefront of innovation, delivering unmatched performance and reliability across the globe.
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mtu Series 8000 - Innovation in Marine Engineering

For 25 years, the mtu Series 8000 engine has set the standard in marine propulsion, exemplifying power, performance, and reliability. This engine is celebrated for its ability to drive a diverse range of large high-performance vessels, including high-speed ferries, naval ships, and luxury Mega-yachts. With its enormous power, it was really a game changer back then, because it allowed Shipyards to design and build even bigger and faster vessels than previously possible.
 
Engineered to meet the demanding needs of maritime operations, it offers exceptional power density and dependable performance. Throughout the last 25 years, the Series 8000 has enhanced its reputation for excellence. We invite you to join us in celebrating this remarkable journey. Explore the history and achievements of the mtu Series 8000 and discover how we are shaping the future of maritime power.

A Legacy of Excellence

The mtu Series 8000 was introduced to meet the demanding needs of maritime industry, offering high power output and exceptional efficiency. Over the last 25 years the mtu Series 8000 has already impressively provided proof of its reliability, with over 350 engines of this type delivered, accumulating together more than 3,000,000 operating hours and in numerous missions. The compact propulsion engine impresses with its outstanding  power-to-weight ratio and unlimited low load operation.  

Power and Performance

With power outputs reaching up to 10,000 kW and with its best power-to-weight ratio in class, the mtu Series 8000 delivers the robust performance required for the most challenging maritime applications, like fast ferries, frigates or mega yachts – providing economically efficient, diesel-based propulsion solutions capable of producing up to 40 MW per vessel.  

3 M

Over 3,000,000 operational hours

10 MW

Up to 10 MW of power

96,000 TBO

Up to 96,000 hours between major overhaul in some cases

16V-20V

Available in two different cylinder variants

Reliability and availability

In 2013, the 20V 8000 engine received Naval Vessel Rules (NVR) certification from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) after 1,500 hours of rigorous testing, which included extensive operation at 110 % of the engine’s rated power under various extreme environmental conditions.  

Known for its durability, the mtu Series 8000 ensures long service life (long TBO – time between overhaul and dependable operation, even in the harshest environments).

Technical excellence

mtu Series 8000 offers the well-known Power Unit, where the cylinder head, liner, connecting rod, and piston form a fast and easily removable single assembly for streamlined installation and in-situ servicing. The main customer benefit of this is minimal vessel downtime, as the complete power units can be changed in a matter of hours allowing for easy maintenance and quickly returning the vessel back into service. There are also spare part Power Units available.

A standout feature in this power class is also the common-rail fuel injection system and sequential turbocharging, also successfully used for many years in the Series 2000 and Series 4000 range.  

Emission control

We offer mtu Series 8000 large engines equipped with an SCR system to meet IMO Tier III emission requirements. This enables ship operators to enter the Emission Control Areas (ECA), for example in the Baltic and North Sea and off the North American coast.

In addition, these mtu engines are approved for operation with sustainable fuels (EN15940, e.g. HVO).

  

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mtu NautIQ Foresight: FLEET & HEALTH MANAGEMENT 

mtu NautIQ Foresight is a Fleet & Health Management System.It allows you to monitor and have full control over the technical condition of your vessels from bridge to propeller. It provides support for the maintenance and upkeep 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – and thus helps minimize vessel downtime. With mtu NautIQ Foresight you can collect and analyze data from mtu systems and third-party key components on the vessel, considering additional factors, such as navigational data.

 

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