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Series 53 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Detroit Diesel |
Production | 1957–1995 |
Layout | |
Configuration | Multi-cylinder, inline and V-type |
Displacement | 53 cu in (0.9 L) (per cylinder) |
Cylinder bore | 3+7⁄8 in (98 mm) |
Piston stroke | 4+1⁄2 in (114 mm) |
Cylinder block material | Cast iron |
Valvetrain | Pushrod-operated 2 or 4 valves per cyl. |
Compression ratio | |
Combustion | |
Turbocharger | On some versions |
Fuel system | Unit fuel injection |
Fuel type | Diesel |
Cooling system | Water-cooled |
Output | |
Power output | 98–233 hp (73–174 kW) |
Torque output | 205–568 lb⋅ft (278–770 N⋅m) |
Dimensions | |
Length | 33–40 in (840–1,020 mm) |
Width | 27–40 in (690–1,020 mm) |
Height | 35–41 in (890–1,040 mm) |
Dry weight | 965–1,695 lb (438–769 kg) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Series 71 |
Successor | Series 50 |
The Detroit Diesel Series 53 is a two-stroke diesel engine series, available in both inline and V configurations, manufactured by Detroit Diesel as a more compact alternative to the older Series 71 for medium and heavy duty trucks. The number 53 refers to the nominal swept displacement per cylinder in cubic inches.
Inline models included two, three, and four cylinders, and the V-types six and eight cylinders.