Production has begun for a new 300hp modular diesel outboard that aims to reduce operating costs and minimise environmental impact.
OXE Marine AB commenced production of its OXE300 commercial outboard solution in May and the first units are now ready to be shipped to customers. The production of OXE300 will ramp up and move to new production facility in July.
“The OXE Diesel is designed to be a vital part of marine operations that will help reduce cost and minimise the impact on the environment. The OXE300 is a statement of this commitment, a result of everything we have learned up to this point,” said Per Wigren CTO, OXE Marine AB.
The OXE300, derives its power from a 3ltr 6 cylinder bi-turbo automotive diesel engine. It produces 300hp at the propeller at 4200 -4400 engine rpm, and 680NM (502ft-lb) of torque at the crank shaft at 1750rpm (more than 1000NM (740ft-lb) at the propeller). Compared to a 300hp petrol outboard, the OXE300 offers over 40% reduced fuel consumption and 70% increase in operational range, reduction of CO2 by over 35%, CO1 with over 99% and HC and NOx with over 68%.
The torque and endurance of the OXE300 opens up new markets, new vessels and even more end users. From transportation barges built for harbour work, carrying heavy loads, to governmental applications such as coastguard or search and rescue in which speed and range are essential.
By Rebecca Jeffrey
