SAILBOAT ENGINES

Even if sailing is all about the natural elements and all the equipment and knowledge you depend on to catch the best winds, a dependable, quiet, fuel-efficient engine is a great complement for every sailing yacht.  Volvo Penta offers high-torque sailboat engines, saildrive technology, folding propellers and all the equipment you and your boat needs.

RELIABLE STARTS – SIMPLE STOPS

With automatic pre-heating and the relay-activated starter solenoid, starts are reliable and fast. Electric stop is standard on all D-series engines.

TORQUE FOR SAILBOAT ENGINES

The D-series sailboat engines deliver high torque also at low rpm.That means plenty of power and quick response to all commands. It also provides power to drive the most powerful sailboat engine alternators in the industry.

LOW RPM – HIGH COMFORT SAILBOAT ENGINES

Volvo Penta D-series sailboat engines are rated at low rpm, which means only 1,800–2,300 rpm at cruising speed.This results in minimal vibrations and low noise levels – which are further reduced with the Saildrive.

THE VOLVO PENTA SAILDRIVE

The Volvo Penta Saildrive innovation provides excellent onboard comfort thanks to its reliable, quiet and smooth operation. Low underwater resistance, high efficiency and tight shaft seals give safe and effective propulsion.

SAILBOAT ENGINE WITH PATENTED FOLDING PROPELLERS

Volvo Penta’s patented 2-, 3- and 4-blade folding propellers give you low drag while sailing, but all the thrust of a fixed propeller – both forward and reverse. The range covers engine outputs from 5 to 120 hp.

EXTREME CONDITIONS – STANDARD SAILBOAT ENGINES

The Volvo Ocean Race is the world’s longest and most demanding yacht race. Here, every yacht relies on standard Volvo Penta engines – identical to the engines available to you – to supply electricity, fresh water, heating and propulsion.

HIGH-QUALITY PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Volvo Penta parts and accessories are designed, developed and manufactured to the same quality level as the Volvo Penta engines. That means high-quality products with a warranty, where each component is original and made to match.