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IPS400 (300-hp) IPS400 (300-hp)
Diesel - The IPS system from Volvo is an application of the POD drive system that has been in existence on commercial ships for many years. The 300-hp IPS400 is one of seven diesel systems available from Volvo Penta.

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 289-hp
Configuration 4 cylinders
Aspiration Turbo, aftercooler compressor
Displacement 224 cu. in.
Bore & Stroke 4.06 & 4.33
Fuel System Fuel injection, Common rail
Base Engine Weight 1720 lbs.
Length/Width/Height 76.7 in/ 29.9 in /20.4 in
Max RPM@WOT 3500

Key Features

  • Maneuverability
  • Joystick operation
  • Increased speed
  • Faster acceleration
  • Reduced fuel consumption
  • Less emmisions per nautical mile
Boats Tested with this Engine
Tiara 3500 Sovran
Formula 37 PC w/ IPS
Volvo Penta IPS400 (300-hp)
Propshaft HP 289-hp
Max RPM@WOT 3500
Dry Weight 1720 lbs.
Length/Width/Height(in) 76.7 in/ 29.9 in /20.4 in
Displacement (liters/cu.in) 224 cu. in.
Aspiration Turbo, aftercooler compressor
Cylinders/Configuration 4 cylinders
Bore & Stroke 4.06 & 4.33
Alternator Output Rating 115 A
Fuel Type Diesel
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
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Volvo Penta IPS400 (300-hp)

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The Volvo Penta IPS System

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Volvo Penta IPS Joystick

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