Construction & Marine Equipment

Cat® MaK M 46 DF Dual-Fuel Engine

P/NKDX-CE-009by Caterpillar Inc.
Cat® MaK M 46 DF Dual-Fuel Engine

Applications

  • LNG Carriers
  • Bulk Carriers & Tankers
  • RoPax Ferries
  • Feeder Container Ships

Overview

The Cat MaK M 46 DF is a large-bore four-stroke dual-fuel engine operating on LNG in gas mode with seamless switchover to diesel for maximum operational flexibility. Rated at 7,200–12,600 kW depending on configuration (6–9 cylinders), it achieves IMO Tier III NOx compliance in gas mode without exhaust after-treatment, and Tier II in diesel mode. The M 46 DF is proven on LNG carriers, feeder container ships, bulk carriers, and RoPax ferries. MaK engines are manufactured by Caterpillar Propulsion and supported via the global Cat Marine dealer network.

Technical Specifications

Power Output7,200–12,600 kW (6L–9L)
Bore × Stroke460 × 600 mm
Speed500 / 514 rpm
FuelLNG (gas mode) / HFO / MDO (diesel mode)
EmissionsIMO Tier III (gas) / Tier II (diesel)
ClassificationAll major classification societies

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