MARINE COMMON-RAIL ENGINES

6LY400 6LY440
400 MHP 440 MHP
Specifications
Configuration In-line 6-cylinder, 4-stroke, vertical, water-cooled diesel engine

Maximum output at crankshaft *294 kW@3300 rpm [400 mhp]@3300 rpm

*324 kW@3300 rpm [440 mhp]@3300 rpm

Displacement 5.813 L [354 cu in]

Bore x stroke 106 mm x 110 mm [4.17 in x 4.33 in]

Combustion system Direct Injection with Denso Common-rail system

Aspiration Turbocharged with watercooled turbine housing

Starting system Electric starting 12V - 2.5 kW

Alternator 12V - 125A

Fresh water cooling by centrifugal fresh water pump and

Cooling system
rubber impeller seawater pump

Lubrication system Enclosed, forced lubricating system

Direction of rotation (crankshaft) Counterclockwise viewed from stern

Dry weight without gear 585 kg 1290 lbs

Emission compliance EU: RCD 2 US: EPA Tier 3 IMO/GL EMC

Engine mounting Rubber type flexible mounting

NOTE:
Fuel condition: Density at 15°C = 0.842 g/cm³; 1HP = 0.7355 kW
*Fuel temperature 40°C at the inlet of the fuel injection pump [ISO 8665]

Dimensions

6LY440 with KMH61A2 marine gear

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YANMAR 6LY - the rebirth of a legend
Our fourth-generation 6LY marine diesel series builds on the virtues of its classic six-cylinder forerunners,
advancing efficiency and lowering emissions.

The new 6LY takes the all the attributes of its running. There’s also a new 24-valve cylinder dual-lever control heads have push-buttons for
forerunners and adds major engineering head which, with a redesigned inlet and function selection. Operations are precisely
advances. The beating heart of the engine exhaust manifold, optimises engine breathing. monitored on 3.5-inch robust IP66-rated
remains the international powerboat race- display screens with IP66 waterproof rating
winning compact 5.8 -litre in-line six-cylinder All this makes the 6LY one of the most efficient, and with full diagnostic capabilities plus
YANMAR engine block that over three refined and easy-to-live-with marine diesel UV-protection, anti-dazzle coating and
decades has cemented its popularity with boat engines in the 400-500 mhp power segment anti-fogging ventilation.
designers, builders and owners who laud its on the market today. It’s ideal not just for
performance, fuel efficiency, reliability and new-builds, but for refits too. Sharing the For maximum operational security, two parallel
smooth and quiet operation. compact footprint of its predecessors, it fits CAN bus networks separate engine and
perfectly into engine rooms housing earlier 6LY monitoring functions. YANMAR’s J1939 control
This latest incarnation has taken the engine models and other similar engines. The bus is dedicated to the engine and drive
into a new era of mechanical and digital 6LY400/440 connects easily with existing control system while GPS, chart plotter and
sophistication. We have completely re-engi- mechanical controls. monitoring displays are handled by NMEA2000
neered the fuel induction and aspiration data bus so that, in the unlikely event of J1939
systems - all functions now being managed by Fingertip controllability failure, the system automatically switches to a
state-of-the-art electronic precision for even For the ultimate in easy and precise boat pull-out back-up panel.
better all-round performance. control, YANMAR offers the latest VC10
‘fly-by-wire’ vessel control system to give VC10 offers operation modes for single and
We’ve replaced single injectors with a precision gear changing and throttle twin-inboard or sterndrive installations. All are
high-pressure common-rail fuel system to adjustment with perfect ‘feel’. And with the designed for easy serviceability and are readily
deliver exceptionally finely atomised fuel to the joystick control option as part of a fully-inte- expandable to allow owners to extend
cylinders for better power-to-weight grated YANMAR engine and controls package, monitoring capability at any time.
performance, fuel economy and smooth docking is also really easy. Single- and

Common-rail
The 6LY400/440 has common-rail fuel
injection in place of single mechanical
direct injectors and is rated for leisure
marine and workboat applications.
There’s new pipe work to handle the
higher pressures of the Denso CR
system, as well as a new 24-valve
cylinder head, along with redesigned
inlet and exhaust manifold to assist
engine breathing.
 Proven marine technology
The new engine takes what was a very accomplished and continue this tradition. Its small footprint, low height and
highly popular power unit to a higher level. Like all YANMAR narrow width will make it attractive for installation in new craft
marine engines, it was designed expressly for marine duty. with ever-tighter engine-room space. Its high power density in
an ultra-compact package will also make it an engine of choice
After decades of distinguished service 6LY series engines are for replacement not only of earlier YANMAR units, but also
still regarded as some of the best in the world for cruising and larger and heavier engines of similar output.
workboat duty. In its transfigured form the 6LY is set to

6LY400 Torque curve

1400
1000

1200
800
Crankshaft Torque (Nm)

Crankshaft Torque (lb/ft)

1000

800 600

600
400
400
200
200

0 0
1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500
Engine Speed (min-1)

6LY400 Torque curve

1400
1000 6LY400 Output Power curve
1200 350
450
800
Crankshaft Torque (Nm)

Maximum Output Power

Crankshaft Torque (lb/ft)

1000 300 at crankshaft 400

800 600 350

250
Output Power (mhp)
Output Power (kW)

Maximum Output Power

at propeller shaft 300
600
400 200
250

Performance curves
400
150 200
200 Propellor power curve
200 (At calculated propeller load exp. 2.5)
150
100
0 0 100
1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500
50
Engine Speed (min-1) 50

0 0
1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500
Engine Speed (min-1)
6LY400 Output Power curve
350
6LY400 Torque curve 450 6LY400 Fuel Consumption at calculated propeller load exp. 2.5
1400 300
Maximum Output Power 100
1000 at crankshaft 400 25
1200 350
250 80
Output Power (mhp)

800
Output Power (kW)

Fuel Consumption (gal/hr)

Maximum Output Power

20
Crankshaft Torque (Nm)

Fuel Consumption (L/hr)

Crankshaft Torque (lb/ft)

1000 at propeller shaft 300

200
800 600 250 60
15
150 200
600 Propellor power curve
400 (At calculated propeller load exp. 2.5) 40 10
150
100
400
100
200 20 5
200 50
50

0 0 0 0 0 0
1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500 1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500 1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500
Engine Speed (min-1) EngineSpeed (min-1)
Engine Speed (min-1)

6LY400 Fuel Consumption at calculated propeller load exp. 2.5

100
6LY400 Output Power curve 25
350
450
80
Fuel Consumption (gal/hr)

20
Fuel Consumption (L/hr)

Maximum Output Power

300 at crankshaft 400

350 60
250 15
utput Power (mhp)
utput Power (kW)

Maximum Output Power

at propeller shaft 300
200 40 10
250

150 200
Propellor power curve 20 5
(At calculated propeller load exp. 2.5)
 Unique features:
 4th generation YANMAR 6LY engine Legendary YANMAR reliability
P
 urpose-built marine engine Complies with US Tier 3 and EU
RCD 2 emissions limits

6LY440 Torque curve

1400
1000

1200
800
Crankshaft Torque (Nm)

Crankshaft Torque (lb/ft)

1000

800 600

600
400
400
200
200

0 0
1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500
Engine Speed (min-1)

6LY440 Torque curve

1400
1000 6LY440 Output Power curve
1200 350
450
800 Maximum Output Power
Crankshaft Torque (Nm)

Crankshaft Torque (lb/ft)

1000 300 at crankshaft 400

800 600 250

Maximum Output Power 350
at propeller shaft
Output Power (kW)

Output Power (mhp)

300
600
400 200
250
400
150 200
200 Propellor power curve
200 (At calculated propeller load exp. 2.5
150
100
0 0 100
1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500
50
50
Engine Speed (min-1)
0 0
1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500
Engine Speed (min-1)
6LY440 Output Power curve
350
6LY440 Torque curve 450 6LY440 Fuel Consumption at calculated propeller load exp. 2.5
1400 300
Maximum Output Power
100
1000 at crankshaft 400 25
1200 Maximum Output Power 350
250 at propeller shaft 80
Output Power (kW)

800
Fuel Consumption (gal/hr)
Output Power (mhp)

20
Crankshaft Torque (Nm)

Crankshaft Torque (lb/ft)

Fuel Consumption (L/hr)

1000 300
200
800 600 250 60
15
150 200
Propellor power curve
600
400 (At calculated propeller load exp. 2.5 40 10
150
100
400
100
200 20 5
200 50
50

0 0 0 0 0 0
1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500 1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500 1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300 3500
Engine Speed (min-1) EngineSpeed (min-1)
Engine Speed (min-1)

6LY440 Fuel Consumption at calculated propeller load exp. 2.5

6LY440 Output Power curve 100
25
350
450
80
Fuel Consumption (gal/hr)

Maximum Output Power 20

Fuel Consumption (L/hr)

300 at crankshaft 400

Maximum Output Power 350 60

250 at propeller shaft 15
utput Power (kW)

tput Power (mhp)

300
200 40 10
250

150 200
Propellor power curve 20 5
(At calculated propeller load exp. 2.5
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