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ME-B and ME-C engines


ME-B

The ME-B design is based on  mechanical MC-C range  with electronic controls that provide improved operational economy and flexibility, and manoeuvrability.
ME-B programme now comprises a total output range from 3,200 kW to 19,040 kW.

  • Electronic fuel injection control
  • Fuel economy
  • High power reliability
  • Longer time between overhauls
  • Low propeller speed
  • Better vessel manoeuvrability
  • Very low life-cycle costs
  • Tier II emissions compliance.
ME-B engines can also be retrofitted to dual-fuel operation so they can run on natural gas. These engines have the same fuel consumption as similar diesel engines, and the same tuning methods can be applied.

ME- C

ME-C engines are a more compact form of  ME-B .
The ME-C advantages
  • Fully integrated electronic control
  • Low SFOC
  • Superior performance parameters
  • Appropriate fuel injection pressure and rate shaping at any load
  • Improved emission characteristics
  • Smokeless operation at any load
  • Lower NOx on command. 
These advantages are gained by the use of variable, electronically-controlled timing of fuel injection and exhaust valves during operation.
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  3. luluAugust 13, 2022 at 12:04 AM

    can ME-C engines also be retrofitted to dual-fuel operation

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    1. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2023 at 8:22 PM

      Yes. It can be done.

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    2. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2023 at 11:02 PM

      https://www.man-es.com/company/press-releases/press-details/2022/06/24/bw-lpg-carriers-complete-dual-fuel-retrofits

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  4. AnonymousAugust 27, 2023 at 11:43 PM

    Can u explain the commercial advantage of ME engines over MC engines

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