The World’s Largest and Most Powerful Marine Engine: Sulzer RT-flex96C
Key Specifications
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Power and Size
The two-stroke engine generates up to 110,000 horsepower, stands 13.5 meters tall, and weighs around 2,300 tons. -
Manufacturing
Built by Wärtsilä, the engine is produced at facilities in South Korea and Japan. -
Fuel Consumption
It consumes up to 250 tons of fuel per day, with optimized fuel efficiency for massive cargo loads.
Where It’s Used
The engine powers the world’s largest container ships, such as the Emma Maersk class, which transport tens of thousands of containers globally.
Why It Matters
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Global Logistics
Engines like the Sulzer RT-flex96C are critical to global trade, enabling the transport of goods across vast distances. -
Engineering Marvel
The engine represents a pinnacle of marine engineering, combining massive scale with high performance.
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