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IPS550G (400-hp)
Gasoline System - The 400-hp IPS550G is one of two gas systems available from Volvo Penta. The IPS system from Volvo is an application of the POD drive system that has been in existence on commercial ships for many years.
Volvo Penta IPS – Inboard Performance System – is a new propulsion system. Thanks to joystick controls, the IPS makes docking much easier and in our opinion, safer for less experienced boaters.
In addition to handling, IPS has some other big advantages: noise and vibration are greatly reduced, and exhaust gases are directed out through the drive units underwater. IPS also appears to provide significantly reduced fuel consumption; cruising range is also greatly improved.
Fast Facts
Propshaft
HP
376-hp
Configuration
V-8
Aspiration
Turbo, aftercooler compressor
Displacement
496 cu. in.
Bore & Stroke
4.25 & 4.37
Fuel
System
Fuel injection, Common rail
Base
Engine Weight
1836 lbs.
Length/Width/Height
81.9 in./23.9 in./32.8 in.
Max RPM@WOT
4800
Key Features
Maneuverability
Joystick operation
Increased speed
Faster acceleration
Reduced fuel consumption
Less emmisions per nautical mile
Volvo Penta IPS550G (400-hp)
Propshaft HP
376-hp
Max RPM@WOT
4800
Dry Weight
1836 lbs.
Length/Width/Height(in)
81.9 in./23.9 in./32.8 in.
Displacement (liters/cu.in)
496 cu. in.
Aspiration
Turbo, aftercooler compressor
Cylinders/Configuration
V-8
Bore & Stroke
4.25 & 4.37
Alternator Output Rating
115 A
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel System
Fuel injection, Common rail
Exhaust System
Exhaust elbow or exhaust riser
Ignition System
Electronic Ignition
Cooling System
Freshwater cooling
Electronic Engine Display
EVC
Volvo Penta IPS550G (400-hp)
The Volvo Penta IPS System
An All Included Design
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