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6068SFM Power Tech 6.8

John Deere 6068SFM
 

Tier II Performance Data

  M5 M4 M3 M2 M1
Rated Gross Power—bhp (kW) 300 (224) 267(199) 236(176) 208(155) 182(136)
Rated Speed—rpm 2600 2500 2400 2300 2200
Low Idle Speed—rpm 650 650 650 650 650
Peak Torque—lb-ft (N • m) 741 (1005) 719(975) 674(914) 629(853) 612(830)
Peak Torque Speed—rpm 2000 1800 1600 1600 1600
Fuel Consumption—gal/hr (L/h)          
2600 15.61 (59.1) N/A N/A N/A N/A
2500 13.26 (50.2) 13.63(51.6) N/A N/A N/A
2400 11.6 (43.9) 11.97(45.3) 12.02(45.5) N/A N/A
2300 10.09 (38.2) 10.38(39.3) 10.57(40) 10.59(40.1) N/A
2200 8.69 (32.9) 9.01(34.1) 9.17(34.7) 9.22(34.9) 9.62(36.4)
2100 7.71 (29.2) 7.9(29.9) 7.98(30.2) 7.9(29.9) 8.3(31.4)
2000 6.68 (25.3) 6.71(25.4) 6.89(26.1) 6.92(26.2) 7(26.5)
1800 4.99 (18.9) 5.05(19.1) 5.12(19.4) 4.97(18.8) 5.07(19.2)
1600 3.54 (13.4) 3.54(13.4) 3.59(13.6) 3.57(13.5) 3.59(13.6)
1400 2.46(9.3) 2.48(9.4) 2.48(9.4) 2.48(9.4) 2.48(9.4)
1200 1.61(6.1) 1.61(6.1) 1.64(6.2) 1.64(6.2) 1.61(6.1)
1000 1.03(3.9) 1.03(3.9) 1.03(3.9) 1.03(3.9) 1.06(4.0)

Propulsion & Auxiliary Power — General Data

Model 6068SFM50
Number of Cylinders 6
Displacement—(cu. in.) 414 (6.8)
Bore and Stroke—in.(mm) 4.56 X5.06 (106 x 127)
Aspiration Turbo
Engine Type In-line,4-Cycle
Compression Ratio 17.0:1
AftercoolingSystem Seawater
Length—in.(mm) 46.6 (1183)
Width—in.(mm) 28.4 (721)
Height—in.(mm) 24.4 (619)
Weight,dry—lb. (kg) 1402 (636)
Maximum Installed Angle
Front Up (degrees)
15°
Maximum Installed Angle
Front Down (degrees)

Features & Benefits

  • Watercooled Turbocharger and Exhaust Manifold
    • Cooler and quieter environment for vessel and crew
    • Reduced external connections eliminates hoses and fittings that can leak or break
  • Replaceable wet-type cylinder liners
    • Excellent heat dissipation
    • Hardened and precision machined for long life
    • Rebuild to original specifications
  • Corrosion Resistant Components
    • Provides engine protection from the effects of seawater
  • Either-side Service
    • Oil fill and dipstick combinations
    • Remote oil filter for easier service access
    • Application and service flexibility to provide installation convenience plus fast and easy maintenance
    • Has an internal air to water after-cooler which is available at 236Hp @ 2400RPM, 267Hp @ 2500RPM and 300Hp @2600RPM
  • Heat Exchanger
    • High-capacity heat exchanger designed for reliable operation in adverse conditions
    • Integrated expansion tank, heat exchanger and exhaust manifold reduce chances of leaks
  • High Torque and low rated rpm
    • Enables the engine to turn larger propellers at lower speed for best efficiency
    • Excellent vessel control and maneuvering
    • Lower rated rpm limits vibration and noise for better crew comfort
  • Fuel System
    • Electronically controlled rotary fuel injection pump with variable timing resulting in excellent fuel economy and excellent performance
    • Self-diagnostics and protection
    • Electronic instrument panel with plain text messaging
  • Emissions
    • US EPA Marine Tier II Compliant
    • IMO Compliant
 
 
 
 
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