GMC 6 V53 T diesel engine

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:M113_family
gptkbp:aftermarket_support gptkb:stock_market_index
gptkbp:application marine propulsion
gptkbp:bore 3.5 inches
gptkbp:color typically blue
gptkbp:compression_ratio 6.5:1
gptkbp:construction_cost varies widely
gptkbp:cooling_system water-cooled
requires regular checks
gptkbp:displacement 318 cubic inches
gptkbp:emissions_standard pre-1990 standards
gptkbp:engine gptkb:battle
V configuration
common practice
known for durability
up to 10,000 hours
varies with load
specific type required
still used in some applications
Detroit Diesel 53 series
GMC 6 V71
GMC 8 V53
model number on block
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:V6
naturally aspirated
turbocharged version
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:1960
gptkbp:fuel_capacity varies by application
10 quarts
gptkbp:fuel_type diesel
mechanical fuel injection
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label GMC 6 V53 T diesel engine
gptkbp:ignition_system compression ignition
gptkbp:is_tested_for requires specialized equipment
gptkbp:issues overheating
gptkbp:launch_site electric starter
gptkbp:maintenance 500 hours
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:General_Motors_Corporation
gptkbp:market widely available
gptkbp:market_segment commercial vehicles
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:Company
commercial fishing boats
tugboats
generator sets
gptkbp:power_output 150 horsepower
gptkbp:produced_by gptkb:1980s
gptkbp:production_years 1960s to 1980s
gptkbp:setting two-stroke
gptkbp:sound distinctive two-stroke sound
gptkbp:stroke 4.0 inches
gptkbp:torque 400 lb-ft
gptkbp:tuning possible for performance
gptkbp:user_manual gptkb:stock_market_index
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead valve
gptkbp:weight approximately 800 lbs