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340 D13A400
294 kW 1400-1800 rpm Net output
Specification (400 hp metric) according to:
ISO 1585
320 Dir. 89/491/EEC
Type designation................ D13A400, EU4SCR / EU5SCR ECE Reg 85
Efficient combustion for Closed crankcase ventilation VEB+ engine brake provides
excellent driveability The D13A is available with optional extremely high braking effect
The D13A is equipped with unit close crankcase ventilation. The system The D13A is available with the VEB+
injectors that provide high injection is known as CCV-C (Crank Case (Volvo Engine Brake+) auxiliary brake.
pressure. The combustion chamber Ventilation – Closed). The crankcase Its design is based on interaction
and inlet manifold are designed for gases in the valve cover are returned between the exhaust brake governor and
optimum combustion. The gas-fill ratio to the turbocharger via an oil separator Volvo’s patented compression brake.
is extremely high, which contributes to with a centrifuge. The oil mist is Using a specially designed camshaft in
the high efficiency. separated in the maintenance-free combination with rocker arms, the gas
This design creates a fuel-efficient centrifuge system, so there is no need pressure in the cylinders is regulated to
engine with high power and immense for filter replacements. provide maximum braking power.
torque within a broad rev range. This Owing to the recycled crankcase gases, VEB+ provides extremely high braking
gives the D13A excellent driveability. this system promotes an extremely effect – up to 375 kW. A powerful
clean and environmentally compatible engine brake boosts safety at the same
engine. time as wheel brake wear is reduced. In
Meets emissions requirements combination with cruise control, VEB+
with SCR technology creates the necessary preconditions for
In order to supplement optimum higher average speed and better fuel
combustion technique the exhaust gases economy.
are after-treated by SCR technology
(Selective Catalytic Reduction).
In this process, an additive (AdBlue) is Electronic engine management
injected into the exhaust gases before integrated in the vehicle
they pass through an SCR catalytic electronic system
converter. There the AdBlue reacts with The D13A engine is equipped with
the nitrogen oxides in a process that Volvo EMS (Engine Management
significantly reduces emissions. System) which means that the engine’s
With this system, the D13A is approved functions are operated and controlled
to EU emissions standards according to Timing and power take-off
entirely electronically. EMS promotes
Euro 4 and Euro 5 (incentive). at the rear
efficient engine management and
The engine timing mechanism is located advanced scope for diagnostics and
at the rear and drives the power steering fault-tracing.
pump, oil pump, fuel feed pump and The engine control unit is connected
air compressor. It is a compact, quiet to the vehicle electronic system’s data
and thoroughly sealed design that saves links and the information is presented
weight. With the timing at the rear, the via an easy to read display in the
engine’s cooling is also improved since instrument panel.
the flow of incoming cooling air is not
obstructed.
The D13A can be equipped with a
AdBlue tank located beside the regular diesel power take-off designed for propeller
tank. shaft operation or direct-mounted
hydraulic pumps. PTO mounting
on the engine’s flywheel results in a
Vibration damper cuts dependable design and permits high
noise emissions torque levels, up to 1000 Nm in
The D13A meets the relevant noise continuous operation.
emission requirements without needing
advanced encapsulation. The crankshaft
and camshaft feature hydraulic vibration
dampers which minimise noise and
vibrations. The electronic injection is
also used to further dampen noise at
low revs. This makes the D13A a quiet
engine which idles very softly.