The F8L 413W is a model of air-cooled diesel engine primarily associated with the Deutz brand. Its design features and performance specifications are detailed below.
Engine Overview
The F8L 413W is an 8-cylinder, four-stroke diesel engine arranged in a V-type configuration with a 90-degree bank angle. It utilizes direct fuel injection and is turbocharged with an intercooler. The engine employs air cooling, a characteristic denoted by the “F” in its model name, with the “W” suffix indicating a low-emission design variant.
Key Specifications
* Cylinder Arrangement & Cooling: 8 cylinders, V-90° arrangement, air-cooled.
* Bore & Stroke: 125 mm × 130 mm.
* Displacement: 12.76 liters.
* Rated Power & Speed: Common variants deliver 136 kW (approximately 182 hp) at 2300 rpm or 235 kW (approximately 315 hp) at 2500 rpm.
* Maximum Torque: Output ranges from 665 N·m at 1500 rpm to between 1000-1098 N·m within 1300-1600 rpm, depending on the specific model variant.
* Compression Ratio: 16.5:1.
* Fuel System: Utilizes a Bosch A-type injection pump and closed-type injectors.
* Dimensions & Weight: Approximate dimensions are 1080 mm (L) × 1038 mm (W) × 860 mm (H), with a weight around 830 kg for certain industrial models.
Design and Application Features
This engine series is recognized for its robust construction suitable for demanding environments. Key structural features include a monobloc gray iron crankcase integrated with the transmission gearbox, forged crankshaft, aluminum alloy cylinder heads, and pistons with three rings each. The lubrication system uses a pressurized wet-sump design, and the engine is equipped with an electric starting system capable of cold starts at temperatures as low as -25°C with the aid of flame glow plugs. Historically, licensed production of the 413F series, including the V8 model, was established in China, where it was adapted for use as the primary power unit in light military vehicles. The engine is commonly applied in industrial and mobile machinery, such as construction equipment.
