D180 Heavy-Fuel Piston Engine

The D180 is an aviation derivative of a 2.2 L four-stroke diesel automotive engine with common-rail injection and dual-channel FADEC. It delivers 176 kW take-off power at a dry weight of 199 kg and runs on kerosene or EN590 diesel. Tractor or pusher propeller configurations are supported.

The D180 aviation engine is an aerospace derivative of a 2.2-liter four-stroke diesel automotive engine. It features a common-rail fuel injection system, dual-channel FADEC (Full Authority Digital Engine Control), and an integrated reduction gearbox. Power is delivered to the aircraft via either a tractor (puller) or pusher propeller configuration, offering installation versatility. Rated at 176 kW take-off power and 155 kW continuous output, the engine measures 600 × 507 × 687 mm with a dry weight of 199 kg and a power-to-weight ratio of 0.88 kW/kg. Specific fuel consumption is 0.24 kg/kWh with a displacement of 2,143 cc and maximum rotational speed of 3,800 rpm. Maximum operating altitude is 2,570 m and time between overhaul is 2,000 hours. It runs on aviation kerosene or EN590 diesel fuel, aligning with single-fuel logistics concepts for military and heavy-fuel UAV operations. Key selling points: versatility and cost-effectiveness.

Key specifications: Dimensions: 600 × 507 × 687 mm; Take-off Power: 176 kW; Continuous Power Output: 155 kW; Dry Weight: 199 kg; Power-to-Weight Ratio: 0.88 kW/kg; Specific Fuel Consumption: 0.24 kg/kWh.

Specifications

All specifications are taken from the manufacturer’s current datasheet.