Volvo Penta's line of diesels for commercial use consist of 2-, 3-, 4-, and 6-cylinder engines covering 12 different models. Some models are equipped with turbochargers and others with both turbo and after-coolers. Most are available with marine society certifications.
Additionally, Volvo Penta offers twin engines driving through a compound gear providing a single shaft output from 336 shp to 580 shp. The twin engine/single output package provides many advantages including "take-home" capability on one engine.
A wide range of accessories designed for commercial use are available. Work-saving accessory items include front or side mounted power take-offs, flexible engine mounts and shaft couplings, freshwater filters, auxiliary alternators, engine-mounted pumps, and many more.
The heavy-duty Volvo line includes the model MD 120A, a 6-cylinder engine with maximum continuous rating of 168 shp at 1,800 rpm; the 6-cylinder TMD 120A with mcr of 260 shp at 1,800 rpm; and the 6-cylinder TAMD 120B with mcr of 328 shp at 1,800 rpm.