Vetus M4.56 Marine Diesel Engine with Saildrive

This Vetus M4.56 package combines the four-cylinder M-line marine diesel with a saildrive, listed as the SP60 or SD10. The engine displaces 1758 cm³ with a 78 x 92 mm bore and stroke and has a maximum engine speed of 3000 RPM.

The SP60 saildrive has 2.15 / 2.38:1 ratios and the SD10 with 2.23 / 2.49:1, and a GRP engine bed for either drive is optional. Standard cooling is indirect, with keel cooling available as an option, and a calorifier connection kit can be added.

The M-line cast aluminum top cover carries a water-cooled element that absorbs radiant heat. The front-mounted impeller, fuses and relays, fuel filter, dipstick and oil filter are easy to reach, a plastic front cover encloses the belts and pulleys, and an ignition-switched electric fuel pump feeds a self-bleeding fuel system.

Highlights

• Saildrive version: SP60 2.15 / 2.38:1 or SD10 2.23 / 2.49:1

• 4 cylinders, 1758 cm³, 3000 RPM max

• Optional GRP engine bed for SP60 or SD10

• Indirect cooling standard, keel cooling optional

• Warning lights and audible alarm for oil pressure, temperature, charging

Specifications

Good to know

• Installation, rigging and commissioning by a qualified marine technician are recommended; follow the manufacturer's pre-delivery and break-in procedures.