VOLVO PENTA AQUAMATIC DUOPROP
5.0/DP
Up to 201 kW (270 hp)
Genuine V-8
A genuine gasoline V-8 for per-
formance motorboats. With 5.0-
liter displacement and eight cyl-
inders, this engine delivers loads
of torque and power across the
entire speed range. Available
either with carburetors (GL) or
an advanced fuel-injection sys-
tem (GXi) the engine is a perfect
5.0GXi with DP-S Duoprop drive
match for the Duoprop twin-pro-
peller drive. Power steering is
fitted as standard for maximum
driving comfort.
Engine EVC/MC – Plug and go (option a break-away shaft coupling to prevent
5.0 liter gasoline engine in a V-8 configu- on GXi) costly drive train repairs, and sacrificial
ration, featuring: seawater cooling with EVC Electronic Vessel Control is the zincs located both on the drive and tran-
cast iron cylinder block, cylinder heads latest development in instrumentation som shield.
and exhaust manifolds, which are special- for marine engines. It offers a higher The drive is equipped with easily
ly developed for the marine environment. level of integration with your boat: maneuvered hydraulic power trim for ob-
The exhaust manifolds and risers are speed, tank level, depth and surface taining the best running position at differ-
EDP treated for increased durability. In water temp as well as trip computer in- ent sea and load conditions.
addition, the seawater pump is located tegrated into a uniform instrumentation A choice of stainless steel and alu-
on the front of the engine for easy ac- are some of the new thrilling options minum propellers are available for dif-
cessibility. offered by EVC. ferent applications.
EVC makes boating easier offering ad- The 5.0 features standard power steer-
Fuel injection (GXi)
justable trim limits. EVC is scalable from ing for maximum driving comfort.
The Multi Port Fuel Injection system is
monitored by an Eletronic Control Mod- a classic dashboard up to advanced
Electrical system
ule (ECM) and gives the following advan- driver information systems. The system is
The electrical system features a 12 V
tages: more responsive and smoother built on the latest automotive technology
corrosion-protected marine electrical sys-
acceleration, excellent turnkey starts in with waterproof connectors, so it’s just
tem which meets the U.S. Coast Guard
all weather conditions, smooth reliable plug and go.
requirements. The engine is wired for
idling, reduced fuel consumption, and Aquamatic sterndrive easy plug-in connection to the instrument
improved control of emissions. The Duoprop drive with its twin coun- panel. The engine electrical system
Additional features built into the system ter-rotating propellers features exhaust and the electric hydraulic power trim is
include: engine knock control for compen- outlets through the propeller hub and protected by a 50 A circuit breaker and
sation of less than perfect gasoline, over- cavitation plate producing a harmo- comes equipped with a 75 A alternator.
speed protection, rpm reduction of the nious drive unit with unbeatable charac- Full instrumentation including trim gauge
engine for low oil pressure, high engine teristics in the boat in terms of speed, and wiring harness (option on certain
temperature, and low voltage, platinum acceleration, steering, maneuvering, fuel markets).
tipped spark plugs for longer life and trou- economy and less noise and vibration.
ble free starts, altitude compensation for The drive is equipped with a cone
air density, and self-diagnostic capabilities. clutch for easy and smooth shifting, pat-
Also, there are two fuel pumps for low and tern-matched spiral bevel gears for op-
high pressure respectively. timum strength and minimum gear whine,
5.0/DP
Technical description: — Flame arrestor feed pumps and one 15 A fuse for pro-
Engine and block — Closed crankcase ventilation tection of the fuel injection system (GXi)
— Cylinder block and cylinder heads made of — Seawater-cooled exhaust manifolds and — Starter motor power 1.0 kW
cast iron for good corrosion resistance risers made of cast iron — Audio alarm kit – engine oil pressure and
— Pistons with two compression rings and one — Complete exhaust line with pipe and bel- temperature as well as exhaust overheat.
oil scraper ring lows for exhaust outlet through the drive 5.0GXi also has a low voltage audio alarm.
— Five-bearing crankshaft Cooling system Can be mounted at helm.
— Valve train consisting of single camshaft, — Thermostatically controlled seawater cooling. Instruments
hydraulic valve lifters, push rods and two 5.0GXi can be ordered with factory-mount- (option on certain markets)
overhead valves per cylinder ed freshwater cooling. — Complete instrument panel including:
– Color-coded service points — Crankmounted seawater pump Rev counter, engine temperature gauge, oil
Engine mounting — Serpentine belt with spring tensioner (GXi) pressure gauge, voltmeter, key switch, two
— Two adjustable rubber mounts, one on each — Electrocoated exhaust risers and manifolds fuses, instrument light switch
side of the engine, and two between tran- – Flush fitting – hose connection to flush — Wiring harness from engine to instrument
som shield assembly and engine cooling system with freshwater panel
Electrical system — Digital trim gauge with active corrosion pro-
Lubrication system
— 12 V corrosion-protected electrical system tection
— Pressure lubrication system with full-flow oil
— ECM unit ensures constant optimum perfor- — Maneuver switch for power trim
filter of spin-on type
mance with diagnostic capability (GXi) — Wiring harness from trim pump to maneuver
– Remote oil filter (GXi)
— Charging regulator with battery sensor for switch for power trim and trim gauge
Fuel system voltage drop compensation — See also EVC product bulletin for details
— Multi Port Fuel Injection system – MPI (GXi) — 75 A alternator with internal transistorized Duoprop drive
— Fuel filter with water separator voltage regulator and internal fan — Cone clutch
— Two electric fuel feed pumps (GXi) — Breakerless electronic ignition system — Coolant water intake for the engine located
— Flexible fuel lines – Platinum tipped spark plugs at the lower part of the drive
Inlet and exhaust system — One 50 A resettable circuit breaker for the — Pattern-matched spiral bevel gears
— Marine intake manifold developed for Multi trim system — Exhaust outlets through propeller hub and
Port Fuel Injection (GXi) — One 20 A fuse for protection of the fuel cavitation plate
— Overload protection sleeve (break-away
coupling)
Technical Data — The drive can be tilted 55°
Engine designation .............................................. 5.0GXi1) 5.0GL — The drive can be turned 28° in each direc-
Propeller shaft power kW (hp).......................... 201 (270) 164 (220) tion with power steering
Max. engine speed, rpm ..................................... 5000 4800 — Built-in kick-up function to reduce possible
Displacement, l (in3) ............................................ 5.0 (305) 5.0 (305) damage, in the event the drive strikes an
Number of cylinders ............................................ V-8 V-8 underwater object
Fuel system ....................................................... MPI 2 BBL — Belt-driven power steering pump
— Oil cooler for power steering
Bore/stroke, mm ............................................... 95/88.4 95/88.4
— Active corrosion protection as accessory
in. ................................................... (3.74/3.48) (3.74/3.48) — Shift interrupter (5.0GXi)
Compression ratio ............................................... 9.4:1 9.4:1
Power Trim
Volvo Penta Duoprop drive ................................ DP-S DP-S
— Electrically operated hydraulic system with
Ratio........................................................................ 2.32:1, 1.95:1 2.32:1, 1.95:1 trim gauge for best driving comfort
or 1.78:1 or 1.78:1
Accessories
Dry weight engine, transom shield
An extensive range of accessories for:
and drive, kg (lb)................................................... 472 (1040) 451 (995)
— Fuel system
Dimensions (not for installation): — Cooling system
Engine length — Control system
inside transom, mm (in.) .................................... 937 (36.9) 925 (36.4) — Steering system
Engine width, mm (in.) ........................................ 718 (28.2) 718 (28.2) — Instruments
Height above crankshaft, mm (in.) ................... 549 (21.6) 552 (21.7) — Electric system
Height below crankshaft, mm (in.) ................... 251 (9.9) 251 (9.9) — Comfort & Safety
— Propeller & Drive
1)
SAV approved. Please contact — Maintenance
Volvo Penta Central Europe GmbH For detailed information, please see Accessory
Niederlassung Schweiz catalogs.
CH-3250 Lyss, Switzerland
for certificate and label. Contact your local Volvo Penta dealer for further infor-
Certified rating 187 kW/250 hp. mation.
Not all models, standard equipment and accessories are
Propshaft power according to ISO 8665 available in all countries. All specifications are subject to
Duty rating: R5 (Pleasure Duty) change without notice.
IMEC Standard The engine illustrated may not be entirely identical to
12-2003. © 2003 AB Volvo Penta.
production standard engines.
The engine is certified according to CARB.
AB Volvo Penta
SE-405 08 Göteborg, Sweden
www.volvopenta.com
