Volvo Penta D4-260 – Marine Diesel Engine 260 HP

During heavy-duty marine operation, the Volvo Penta D4-260 utilizes verified 115-amp electrical charging and closed freshwater heat exchanger thermal control. This 3.7-liter inline 4-cylinder diesel engine generates 260 horsepower at 3500 RPM, serving planing cruisers and commercial workboats. A mechanical supercharger provides instant low-end acceleration, while the turbocharger maintains efficiency at top cruise speeds.

High-pressure common-rail fuel injection delivers clean combustion with minimal noise at the helm. The engine is built on an SAE 3 flywheel housing, supporting HS63 hydraulic gears or DPH sterndrives, with a bobtail weight of 482 kg.

Engine Performance and Engineering

Supercharging combined with common-rail fuel delivery gives this Volvo Penta inboard engine rapid acceleration characteristics. Pressure-feed wet sump lubrication protects internal components, while EVC controls ensure smooth shift and throttle control.

Why Choose the Volvo Penta D4-260 Inboard Marine Engine

Marine operators select the D4-260 marine engine for its compact 3.7-liter 4-cylinder block and 260 horsepower output. Its dual forced-induction system eliminates low-speed planing lag on heavy hulls. Closed freshwater cooling, common-rail efficiency, and versatile gear coupling make it a smart repower choice.

Warranty and Support

Volvo Penta covers this engine with a 2-Year Factory Limited Warranty against manufacturing defects on major mechanical components. For engine details and order support, offers assistance before your repower order is placed. A pre-shipment visual inspection confirms the engine crate and documented included rigging items. Current coverage information and warranty eligibility are available for review on before ordering.

Before Ordering the Volvo Penta D4-260 Inboard Marine Engine

Measure your engine compartment height and width to confirm fitting space for a 3.7-liter 4-cylinder block. Confirm your transmission ratio or DPH sterndrive cutout, shaft coupling size, and fuel line diameters before completing your purchase.