Detroit Diesel 53 Series

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf engine
gptkbp:application marine, industrial, and automotive
gptkbp:compressionRatio varies by model
gptkbp:controls mechanical governor
gptkbp:coolingSystem water-cooled
gptkbp:cylinderCount V6,_V8,_V12
gptkbp:displacement 3.5 to 12.7 liters
gptkbp:drivetrain overhead valves
gptkbp:emissionsStandard varies by model and year
gptkbp:engine yes
cast iron
V engine
innovative for its time
influential in diesel engine development
gptkbp:engineType multiple configurations available
gptkbp:fuel_capacity varies by application
varies by model
gptkbp:fuelCapacity mechanical fuel injection
gptkbp:fuelType diesel
direct injection
gptkbp:hasArea extensively tested before release
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Detroit Diesel 53 Series
gptkbp:introduced 1960
gptkbp:isMarketedAs available
gptkbp:issues oil leaks
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular servicing
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Detroit_Diesel_Corporation
gptkbp:market commercial and military applications
gptkbp:noise_level loud operation
gptkbp:notable_feature two-stroke cycle operation
gptkbp:operationalHistory part_of_Detroit_Diesel_legacy
gptkbp:performance high torque at low RPMs
gptkbp:performances common practice
popular among enthusiasts
up to 2,400 RPM
varied by model and year
highly regarded in industry
known for long service life
gptkbp:powerOutput up to 600 horsepower
gptkbp:produces 1990s
gptkbp:productionYears 1960s to 1990s
gptkbp:purpose heavy-duty applications
gptkbp:related_engine widely available
Detroit_Diesel_53_Series_family
gptkbp:relatedApplication trucks, buses, and boats
gptkbp:reliability known for durability
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Detroit_Diesel_71_Series
gptkbp:torque up to 1,800 lb-ft
gptkbp:tuning possible for performance
gptkbp:type two-stroke diesel engine
gptkbp:updates available from aftermarket suppliers
gptkbp:weight varies by configuration