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Deutz BF6M1013ECP Engine

The Deutz BF6M1013ECP is a water-cooled, 4-stroke, inline 6-cylinder diesel engine engineered for heavy-duty industrial applications, construction machinery, and power generation units. Utilizing modern turbocharging and charge-air intercooling, this engine series features a high-strength grey cast iron crankcase and wet cylinder liners designed to maintain structural stability under high thermal loads. A signature characteristic is its highly efficient modular configuration, compact physical footprint, and lower noise emissions facilitated by acoustically optimized components.

The engine utilizes a conventional block-type grey cast iron cylinder head with an overhead valve arrangement actuated by a low-mounted camshaft via pushrods and rocker arms. Each cylinder features a two-valve layout comprising one intake valve and one exhaust valve, optimizing airflow and durability for heavy mechanical loads. Internal dimensions measure a precise 108 mm cylinder bore and a 130 mm piston stroke. Total engine displacement measures 7.15 liters (7146 cc).

The engine is equipped with the proprietary Deutz PLD high-pressure mechanical injection system, consisting of individual single-injection unit pumps (one for each cylinder) integrated directly into the engine crankcase block. The unit pumps are mechanically driven by the internal camshaft, delivering diesel fuel via a direct injection arrangement. Fuel supply pressure is maintained by a fuel lift pump integrated into the front accessory belt drive loop. Fuel filtering consists of a primary fuel filter containing a manual priming pump along with standard water-separating elements.

Engine components receive lubrication via a forced-feed circulation loop driven by a gear-type oil pump. Main bearings are of a tri-metal plain design, and the channel-cooled pistons are systematically cooled through integrated oil spray nozzles. The lubricating system uses a paper-type microfilter as a replaceable-cartridge full-flow filter, paired with a high-capacity lube oil cooler integrated directly within the main coolant circuit flow.

The liquid-cooling setup is fully integrated and thermostatically regulated to sustain strict operating ranges. Coolant is circulated through the block, cylinder head, and the integrated engine oil cooler by an engine-driven water pump. The induction charge air density is increased using an air-to-air charge air cooler (intercooler), which ensures clean combustion and reduced thermal stress across the internal components.

General Technical Data

Engine Specifications

Engine Model ............... Deutz BF6M1013ECP
Engine Type ............... 4-cycle inline 6-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel
Number of Cylinders ............... 6
Cylinder Arrangement ............... In-line
Engine Bore, in (mm) ............... 4.25 (108.0)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) ............... 5.12 (130.0)
Displacement, cu.in (L) ............... 435 (7.15)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ............... 262 (195)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ............... 2300
Peak Torque ............... 954 Nm (704 lb-ft) at 1400 rpm
Minimum Idling Speed, rpm ............... 700-800
Aspiration Type ............... Turbocharged with charge air cooling
Compression Ratio ............... 17.5:1
Firing Order ............... 1-5-3-6-2-4
Combustion System ............... Direct injection
Cylinder Block Material ............... Cast iron
Cylinder Head Material ............... Cast iron
Cylinder Liners ............... Wet exchangeable cylinder liners
Lubrication System ............... Forced-feed lubrication with gear pump
Oil Pump Type ............... Gear-driven
Oil Filter Type ............... Full-flow spin-on cartridge
Cooling System ............... Liquid-cooled
Water Pump Type ............... Gear-driven centrifugal pump
Air Cleaner Type ............... Dry dual-stage with safety element
Starting System ............... Electric starter motor
Electrical System Voltage, V ............... 12 or 24
Alternator Rating, A ............... 55 or 80

Fuel System

Injection System Type ............... Integrated high-pressure single injection pumps
Injection Pump Model ............... Bosch unit pumps (Deutz plug-in system)
Number of Injection Pumps ............... 6
Fuel Feed Pump Type ............... Mechanical gear pump
Fuel Feed Pump Pressure, psi (bar) ............... 58.0-72.5 (4.0-5.0)
Fuel Injection Pressure, psi (bar) ............... 23200 (1600)
Injection Nozzle Type ............... Multi-hole nozzle
Governor Type ............... Mechanical centrifugal or electronic
Fuel Filter Type ............... Spin-on cartridge
Water Separator ............... Integrated in primary filter line
Nozzle Opening Pressure, psi (bar) ............... 3625 (250)

Dimensions and Weight

Overall Length (front pulley face to flywheel housing flange), in (mm) ............... 40.4 (1025)
Overall Width (exhaust manifold to injection pump side), in (mm) ............... 24.5 (620)
Overall Height (oil pan bottom to intake manifold top), in (mm) ............... 37.2 (945)
Dry Weight (without flywheel, cooling system), lbs (kg) ............... 1275 (580)

Maintenance Data

Service Information

Oil Pressure at Idle Speed, psi (bar) ............... 11.6 (0.8)
Oil Pressure at Rated Speed, psi (bar) ............... 43.5 (3.0)
Thermostat Opening Temperature, F (C) ............... 181 (83)
Thermostat Full Open Temperature, F (C) ............... 203 (95)
Max LOil Temperature in Oil Pan, F (C) ............... 257 (125)
Intake Valve Clearance, in (mm) ............... 0.012 (0.30)
Exhaust Valve Clearance, in (mm) ............... 0.020 (0.50)

Engine Oil and Coolant

Engine Oil Type .................. SAE 10W-30, 15W-40
API Service Classifications ......................... CH-4, CI-4
Engine Oil Capacity, gal (L) ............... 4.8 (18.0)
Coolant Capacity, gal (L) ............... 3.7 (14.0)

Service Intervals

Change oil and filter ............... Every 500 hours
Replace fuel filters ............... Every 500 hours
Inspect air filter ............... Every 100 hours
Change coolant ............... Every 2 years
Replace air filter ............... Every 1000 hours
Valve clearance adjustment ............... Every 1000 hours
Change coolant ............... 1000 hours or 2 years
Fuel system inspection ............... Every 1500 hours
Compression test ............... Every 3000 hours
Drain water separator ............... As required
Belt inspection ............... As required

Service Specifications

Cylinder Bore Inside Diameter, in (mm) ................ 4.2520 (108.00)
Crankshaft Journal Outside Diameter, in (mm) ................ 3.5433 (90.00)
Crank Pin Outside Diameter, in (mm) ................ 2.5984 (66.00)
Crankshaft End Play, in (mm) ................ 0.0039-0.0118 (0.10-0.30)
Intake Valve Stem Outside Diameter, in (mm) ................ 0.3142 (7.98)
Exhaust Valve Stem Outside Diameter, in (mm) ................ 0.3134 (7.96)
Intake Valve Guide Inside Diameter, in (mm) ................ 0.3150 (8.00)
Exhaust Valve Guide Inside Diameter, in (mm) ................ 0.3150 (8.00)
Intake Valve Stem to Guide Clearance, in (mm) ................ 0.0047 (0.12)
Exhaust Valve Stem to Guide Clearance, in (mm) ................ 0.0059 (0.15)
Intake Valve Spring Free Length, in (mm) ................ 2.3228 (59.00)
Exhaust Valve Spring Free Length, in (mm) ................ 2.3228 (59.00)
Intake Cam Height, in (mm) ................ 2.2244 (56.50)
Exhaust Cam Height, in (mm) ................ 2.2244 (56.50)
Piston Pin Outside Diameter, in (mm) ................ 1.6535 (42.00)
Piston Pin to Piston Bore Clearance, in (mm) ................ 0.00016-0.00055 (0.004-0.014)
Top Ring Side Clearance, in (mm) ................ 0.0035-0.0047 (0.09-0.12)
Second Ring Side Clearance, in (mm) ................ 0.0024-0.0037 (0.06-0.095)
Oil Ring Side Clearance, in (mm) ................ 0.0016-0.0028 (0.04-0.072)
Top Ring End Gap, in (mm) ................ 0.0354 (0.90)
Second Ring End Gap, in (mm) ................ 0.0787 (2.00)
Oil Ring End Gap, in (mm) ................ 0.0472 (1.20)

Tightening Torque Specs

Cylinder Head Bolts, Step 1 ................ 80 Nm (59 lb-ft)
Cylinder Head Bolts, Step 2 ................ 160 Nm (118 lb-ft)
Crankshaft Damper Pulley Bolt ................ 350-370 Nm (258-273 lb-ft)
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts ................ 60-65 Nm (44-48 lb-ft)
Main Bearing Cap Bolts, Step 1 ................ 120 Nm (89 lb-ft)
Main Bearing Cap Bolts, Step 2 ................ 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Flywheel Bolts ................ 90-100 Nm (66-74 lb-ft)
Camshaft Drive Gear Bolt ................ 80-90 Nm (59-66 lb-ft)
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts ................ 25-30 Nm (18-22 lb-ft)
Rocker Arm Shaft Mounting Bolts ................ 30-35 Nm (22-26 lb-ft)
Valve Cover Bolts ................ 8-10 Nm (6-7 lb-ft)
Intake Manifold Bolts ................ 25-30 Nm (18-22 lb-ft)
Exhaust Manifold Nuts ................ 35-40 Nm (26-30 lb-ft)
Turbocharger Mounting Nuts ................ 40-45 Nm (30-33 lb-ft)
Turbocharger Oil Feed Line ................ 20-25 Nm (15-18 lb-ft)
Oil Pan Bolts ................ 8-12 Nm (6-9 lb-ft)
Injection Pump Mounting Bolts (individual pumps) ................ 15-20 Nm (11-15 lb-ft)
Fuel Injector Clamp Bolts ................ 25-30 Nm (18-22 lb-ft)
Glow Plugs ................ 20-25 Nm (15-18 lb-ft)
Water Pump Mounting Bolts ................ 20-25 Nm (15-18 lb-ft)
Thermostat Housing Bolts ................ 8-12 Nm (6-9 lb-ft)
Starter Motor Mounting Bolts ................ 45-50 Nm (33-37 lb-ft)
Alternator Mounting Bracket Bolts ................ 30-35 Nm (22-26 lb-ft)
Engine Mounts (to block) ................ 60-70 Nm (44-52 lb-ft)

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