Mercury Marine has re engineered diesel performance to deliver the Ultimate Power, Efficiency + Technology whilst also being Quiet, Easy to Maintain and Reliable. This is not the Traditional Diesel boat engine. Gone are the days of the slow, clunky, smokey and smelly diesels. Mercury Marines Diesel incorporates a list of cutting edge technology which delivers power + speed whilst being clean and efficient to run. Available in Stern drive & Inboard (Shaft drive) Applications and 150hp, 230hp & 270hp options - Trust WA's #1 Premier Mercury Dealer to Repower your boat today!

 

Incorporating Advanced turbocharged technology, The New Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) is just one of the elements that makes the new Mercury 3.0L Diesel is powerful beyond comparison. The common rail fuel-injection system virtually eliminates the usual noise and harshness you expect from traditional diesel engines. The Mercury Diesel 3.0L Inboard engines are far more than your "Trusty New Diesel" Offering an unparalleled diesel experience.

As Usual, Mercury Marine doesn't compromise on the engineering they invest into their engines and the Mercury 3.0L diesel-powered engines are no exception, Offering unparalleled durability. With ultimate corrosion resistance, A thermostat optimized closed-cooling system, Advanced controlling systems, These engines are built tough & smart to stand the test of time and go the distance.

Engineered to be heavy on performance and lightweight where it counts, The 3.0L Mercury diesel leads the industry in it's power-to-weight ratios, delivering heavy-duty propulsion in a lightweight package. This means faster acceleration, quicker planing, and improved maneuverability and Higher efficiency.

Running Cleaner and Faster, The Advanced intake systems keep Mercury diesels running easy and clean. Gone are the Harshness and fumes from traditional diesel engines with a welcomed increase of up to 50 percent in fuel efficiency compared to a gas /petrol engine of the same horsepower. What more reason do you need to switch to Mercury diesel ?


 

 

Easier Than Ever to Maintain

Easy-to-Maintain.

The New Mercury Diesel 3.0L engines simplify maintenance, Positioning the Regular service points toward the front of the engine for easier access. Using the Color coded Maintenance Schedule sticker located at the top of the engine cowling - You can Quickly Locate The Engine oil, Engine coolant, Engines Fuse box, The seawater strainer, The drive lube (stern drive only) and The power steering fluid (stern drive only). Mercury Marines Service coded maintenance schedule also provides easy-to-understand service guidelines and is positioned for easy access and reference.

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

The Mercury Diesel Redefines the Standard

Redefining the Standard.

Mercury Marines new 3.0L Diesel engines are a common-rail high-speed engine delivering exceptional performance while offering remarkable improvements in Top-speed and overall acceleration. The outstanding Performance of the New Mercury Diesel 3.0L engine is all made possible by the newly designed water-cooled variable geometry turbocharger (VGT). This state-of-the-art engine controlling system, offers reduced time to plane + outstanding overall performance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

More Reliable, More Performance

Reliability + Performance.

The New Mercury 3.0L Diesel range makes enjoying Time on the water is easy. Mercury Marine designed an engine tough and smart enough to perform and day out. The New 3.0L Diesel engine range is assembled in Mercury Marine's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. This Manufacturing Facility was engineered to incorporate the smartest and latest in quality control and build practices. The shear intelligence of this facility ensures that Mercury Marine engines are built to the highest quality, Providing owners ultimate confidence in reliability. Combining reliability and the performance of Mercury's Diesel 3.0L with Mercury Marine's proprietary Smart Craft system and a host of of smart accessories & Technologies that add to the ultimate boating experience.

 

 

 

 


 

 

A Quiet Performer

Quiet Performer.

 

Mercury Marine's New 3.0L Diesel Range offers exhilarating performance whilst reducing noise and vibration. The Air filter doubles up as a noise silencer removing turbo whine which is historically associated with diesel engines. Technologically advanced engine mounts are designed by Mercury Marine to minimize vibration. All these Advancement make Having a conversation while your new 3.0L Diesel is cruising has never been easier.

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

Greater Corrosion-Resistance

Resistencia a la corrosión.

As always, Mercury Marine incorporates state of the art anti corrosion into their engines and the New 3.0L Diesel range is no exception. Mercury have incorporated a thermostat controlled, closed water-cooled system.

The 3.0L diesel range also includes water-cooled engine oil, gear oil and steering fluid which in turn decreases engine-room temperatures + thus contributes to extending your engines life. The Mercury SeaCore® Stern drive system is also available for the ultimate in saltwater protection.

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Specifications

Power mhp / kW

270 / 230 / 150

Bore and stroke

3.27 x 6.62" / 83 x 92 mm

Maximum RPM (WOT)

4200

Engine type

V6

Displacement (L)

3.0L

Dimensions (L x W x H)

36.6 x 33.5 x 30.0" / 931 x 851 x 784 mm

Peak Torque

594 Nm @ 2200 rpm

Air Handling

Turbocharged and After cooled

Fuel System

High pressure common rail

Rotation

Counter clockwise facing flywheel

Compression Ratio

16.5:1

Fuel Pre-filtration requirement

Not required

Fuel lift pump

On engine

High pressure fuel pump

Bosch CP 4.2 w/ integrated gear lift pump

Valves per Cylinder

4

Pistons

Oil jet cooled

Fuel injectors

Bosch CRS 2.20 (Solenoid)

Glow Plugs

Standard equipment with Bosch glow plug control unit (GCU)

Air inlet (Starboard Rear)

Filtered and silenced

Turbocharger

Honeywell VGT

Engine and turbocharger cooling

Closed cooled

Coolers

After cooler, Engine Coolant, Engine Oil, Power Steering / Gear Oil and Fuel - All are tube and shell

Seawater pump inlet size

38 mm (1.5 in)

Oil sump volume

8.5 L

Dipstick range

1.0 L

Oil maintenance interval

200 hours or annually

Coolant Volume

12 L

Flywheel size

290 mm (11.42 in) SAE 8

Electrical system

12 V, 110 A w/ conveniently located battery power and ground studs

MerCathode (Stern drive only)

Engine mounted

Engine Stop

ECU Controlled

Engine Control Unit (ECU)

Bosch EDC17

Sensors

Crank & cam position, intake manifold pressure/temp, compressor outlet temp, exhaust gas temp, fuel temp, rail pressure, water in fuel (WIF), oil pressure/temp, coolant temp, seawater pressure/temp, atmospheric pressure

Throttle and shift

Mercury DTS or Mechanical Cable

Helm and gauge compatibility

Mercury Smart Craft

Mercury Joystick Piloting

Compatible with Joystick Piloting for Inboards

Dry Weight (engine only)

150hp Stern drive

358 Kg (789 lbs)

230hp Inboard

348 Kg (767 lbs)

230hp Stern drive

358 Kg (789 lbs)

270hp Stern drive

358 Kg (789 lbs)

270hp Inboard

348 Kg (767 lbs)

Inboard Applications

Inboard: ZF 63A

1.21, 1.56, 2.03, 2.52, 2.68

Inboard: ZF 63

1.25, 1.75, 2.78

Inboard: ZF 68IV

1.29, 1.56, 1.99

Inboard: ZF 45C

1

Stern drive Applications

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo One X

1.36, 1.5, 1.65

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo One X SeaCore

1.36, 1.50, 1.65

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo One XR

1.35, 1.50

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo Two X

1.50, 1.65, 1.81, 2.00, 2.20

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo Two X SeaCore

1.50, 1.65, 1.81, 2.00, 2.20

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo Two XR

1.65

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo Three X

1.36, 1.50, 1.65, 1.81, 2.00, 2.20

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo Three X SeaCore

1.36, 1.50, 1.65, 1.81, 2.00, 2.20

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo Three XR

1.65, 1.81, 2.00

Stern drive: Mercury Bravo Three XR SeaCore

1.65, 1.81

Mercury Marine 3.0L Diesel - Boat Brochure (150hp, 230hp, 270hp) Sterndrive & Inboard (Shaft drive)
Mercury Marine 3.0L Diesel - Torque, Powercurve, Boatload & Fuel Consumption
Mercury Marine 3.0L Diesel - Joystick Piloting Options Brochure
Mercury Marine 3.0L Diesel - Install Drawing for V6 3.0L - Bravo
Mercury Marine 3.0L Diesel - Install Drawing for V6 3.0L - ZF 68 IV Transmission
Mercury Marine 3.0L Diesel - Install Drawing for V6 3.0L - ZF 63 A Transmission
Mercury Marine 3.0L Diesel - Install Drawing for V6 3.0L - ZF 63 Transmission
Mercury Marine 3.0L Diesel - Install Drawing for V6 3.0L - ZF 45c Transmission