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Sunflower Methyl Ester as an Engine Fuel: Performance Evaluation and Emissions Analysis

Table 1

General specifications for Yanmar 3009D and JD4045DF150 diesel engines.

SpecificationYanmar 3009DJD 4045DF150

Rated power14.2 kW (19 hp) at 3000 rpm60 kW (80 hp) at 2700 rpm
Number of cylinders34
Bore72 mm106 mm
Stroke72 mm127 mm
Displacement0.879 L4.5 L
Compression ratio22.6 : 117.6 : 1
Combustion systemIndirect injectionDirect injection
AspirationNaturalNatural